Abstract: A process for producing plexifilamentary products by spinning from a spin fluid of a polyolefin dissolved in a primary spin agent selected from the group consisting of 1,1,2-trichloro-2,2-difluoroethane and isomers thereof; 1,1,3-trichloro-2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropane and isomers thereof; 1,2-dichloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropane and isomers thereof; and 1,2-dichloro-l-fluoroethylene; and a co-spin agent; and also a spin fluid of a polyolefin dissolved in a primary spin agent selected from the group consisting of 1,1,2-trichloro-2,2-difluoroethane and isomers thereof; 1,1,3-trichloro-2,2,3,3-tetrafluoropropane and isomers thereof; 1,2-dichloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropane and isomers thereof; and 1,2-dichloro-1-fluoroethylene; and a co-spin agent.

Abstract: The method of making a semiconductor body from a semiconductor polymeric compound containing about 20% by weight lampblack having a porous structure, about 60% by weight of low density polyethylene, about 8.5% by weight ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, about 4.0% by weight calcium stearate, about 3.0% by weight antioxidant and about 0.5% by weight calcium titanate includes the steps of extruding the semiconductor polymeric compound to form an extruded product and subsequently calendering the extruded product to produce a semiconductor body having an electrical conductivity which is as uniform as possible throughout the entire bulk of the semiconductor body.

Abstract: Fluoroaluminate compounds of formula M.sup.+n (AlF.sub.4)n.sup.- wherein n is 1 to 3 and M.sup.+n is N(R.sub.2).sub.4, P(R.sub.2).sub.4, As(R.sub.2).sub.4, HN(R.sub.2).sub.3, H.sub.2 N(R.sub.2).sub.2, H.sub.3 N(R.sub.2), (R.sub.2).sub.3 P.dbd.N.dbd.P(R.sub.2).sub.3, S[N(R.sub.2).sub.2 ].sub.3, ##STR1## (R.sub.2)NCN(R).sub.2, (R).sub.2 N--(C(R).sub.2).sub.k --N(R).sub.3, and ZH.sub.m.sup.+m wherein Z is a base capable of accepting m protons, and various cyclic and aryl groups are disclosed as well as processes for their preparation.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for stretching a carpet includes the application of a downwardly directed actuation force on a foot-operated pedal actuator to generate a horizontally directed carpet stretching force. An extension arrangement included either fixed length and/or adjustable length truss members is used to anchor the carpet stretching apparatus.

Abstract: Media are disclosed having a substrate, water-absorbing layer, and adhesive ink-receiving layer. After being printed with an aqueous pigmented ink, the ink-receiving layer may be laminated to a permanent substrate. Exposure to an energy source may render the printed image more durable.

Abstract: A coatable insulator composition for use in the formation of a green tape comprising fine inorganic micropowders composed of amorphous glass and a refractory oxide in a volatile organic solvent solution of a binder composed of a polymer substance and a plasticizer(s). A green tape obtained by coating said composition over a flexible substrate, and heating and drying this product to remove the organic solvent; and a method for forming a barrier-rib for a plasma display apparatus by sandblast etching using said green tape as an insulator layer for the barrier-rib formation. A use of a pre-formed green tape of uniform thickness in the formation of the barrier-rib of a plasma display apparatus allows the thickness uniformity of the barrier-rib to be improved and the work rationalized, which means that the plasma display apparatus can be made larger and finer, and mass production throughput will be enhanced.

Abstract: An organic solvent-containing coating composition useful as a finish for automobiles and trucks in which the film-forming binder comprises a component having at least two acid groups, a polymer having both epoxy and silane functionality and an acrylic-core polymer having stabilizer components soluble in the solvent.

Abstract: Process for producing 6-aminocapronitrile and/or hexamethylenediamine by hydroformylating 3-pentenenitrile, isolating a formylvaleronitrile (FVN) mixture from the hydroformylation reaction product, reductively aminating the FVN mixture and isolating the desired product.

Abstract: A novel class of interpenetrating polymer networks which are dispersible in conventional coating solvents is disclosed. Such dispersions are useful in preparing protective and/or decorative film coatings and are particularly useful in photosensitive or imaging formulations such as photoresists, solder masks and the like. These polymer networks are comprised of at least two interpenetrating crosslinked polymers. At least one of the polymer networks is formed by polymerization in a solvent. In one embodiment of this invention, at least one polymer network is prepared from macromers to produce a polymer system having functionalized branch or graft linear segments. The solvent dispersible interpenetrating networks of this invention are particularly useful as binders in addition polymerizable photosensitive compositions containing crosslinking monomers such as solder masks. Upon exposure to actinic radiation and suitable thermal curing, solder mask coatings of such photosensitive compositions form multiple, e.g.

Abstract: This invention concerns a process for fluorinating a perfluoroelastomer which has previously been crosslinked by exposure to ionizing radiation. The resulting product has reduced outgassing. This makes perfluoroelastomer parts that have undergone the process particularly useful in clean rooms and for semiconductor manufacturing.

Abstract: An oriented polyester film coated on at least one surface with a coating that improves its adhesion to water-based coatings is disclosed. The coating contains at least one sulfopolyester; at least one tetrablock copolymer resin; and at least one acrylamide/acrylic acid copolymer or salts thereof. Other ingredients, such as particulate materials and surfactants, may be present in the coating. The coating is preferably applied at the interdraw stage.

Abstract: An external rearview mirror for automobile vehicles comprising a mirror plate, a regulating mechanism for positioning of said mirror plate, a casing accommodating said mirror plate and said regulating mechanism, a base supporting said casing and placeable on a side of an automotive vehicle, a tilting mechanism for tilting said casing which accommodates said mirror plate and said regulating mechanism and for stabilization of said casing in a position of use and in a tilted position, means for joining said casing with relation to said base around substantially vertical axis, a device for stabilization of said casing in the position of use and in the tilted position, and positioning elements including a support and a connection surface for said support provided in said casing and in said base correspondingly so as to ensure a locking pressure between a base flange and a structural element of the casing.

Abstract: An assembly of interlocking, flat, relatively stiff components consisting of identical plate members joined by identical spacers forms a decorative display that may be stored and shipped in a flat knocked down configuration and assembled by a relatively inexperienced person without the use of tools or separate fasteners. Besides serving in a purely decorative capacity, the device may be used to display items, such as jewelry, in a retail establishment and also used in a home for storage purposes.

Abstract: Poly(alkylene arylates) having excellent optical properties are disclosed and can be prepared using an organic titanate-ligand catalyst solution containing organic silicates and/or zirconates and, preferably, certain phosphorus compounds.

Abstract: Improved liquid phase process useful in the hydrocyanation of diolefinic compounds to produce nonconjugated acyclic nitrites and to the liquid phase process of isomerization of the nitrites to, among other things, 3- and/or 4-monoalkene linear nitrites. The improvement involves conducting the process in the presence of zero-valent nickel and a multidentate phosphite ligand. Novel multidentate phosphite ligands and catalyst precursor compositions made therefrom are also disclosed.

Abstract: A polyurethaneurea polymer and spandex spun therefrom, based on polymeric ester or ether glycols and MDI at certain capping ratios, and 1,3-diaminopentane chain extender, are provided.

Abstract: Halide polymers such as polyvinyl chloride and polyamides melt blended at a polyamide to halide polymer weight ratio of about 1.5:1 to about 2:1 with an effective amount of a carboxyl and/or CO-functional ethylene polymer to compatibilize the halide polymer and polyamide exhibit superior chemical resistance.

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for preparing low-concentration polyaluminosilicate microgels from a water soluble silicate and a strong acid in which the silicate and acid are mixed at a rate to produce a Reynolds number of at least 4000, the mixture is aged and then diluted to a silica concentration of not more than 1.0 wt. %. The method achieves reduced silica deposition during the preparation of the microgels.

Abstract: A satellite dish mounting system for mounting indoors and extending outdoors through a window. The device includes a vertical support member having a lower end mounted indoors on a supporting surface, a horizontal support member having a first end affixed to the vertical support member and extending from the vertical support member through a window and outside the building, and having a second end outside the building, and a satellite antenna dish mounted on the second end of the horizontal support member.

Abstract: A system and method for certified transmission of an electronic document, as verified by the generation of a certification indicia. Three embodiments of the system and method are disclosed, providing for the certified transmission of a document through an independent certification device or for direct transmission from a sender to a recipient. Furthermore, the resulting certification indicia may be generated by an independent certification device or by a portable processor at the sender or receiver's location.