Abstract: Disclosed is a paste pattern formation method comprising the steps of: forming a transfer pattern material on a film base material to prepare a transfer film; sticking the transfer film on a substrate on which a transfer pattern is formed so that the transfer pattern material contacts the substrate; separating the film base material from the transfer pattern material; filling a paste into the transfer pattern depression; solidifying the paste; and removing the transfer pattern material.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to system for repairing a cosmetic defect of a vehicle. The system comprises a portable computing device and at least one storage compartment. A plurality of articles can be stored in the compartment. Location and amount of content of the articles can be tracked and displayed on the portable computing device. The portable computing device can further contain a database for storing repair data.

Abstract: The invention is directed to nanocomposite compositions that contain at least one thermoplastic polyamide and unmodified sepiolite-type clay nanoparticles. It, also, includes articles containing such compositions.

Abstract: A process for the production of multi-layer coatings in A? color shades, comprising the successive steps: 1) applying a base coat layer in a total process film thickness in the range from 10 to 35 ?m to a substrate provided with an EDC primer, 2) applying a clear coat layer onto the base coat layer, 3) jointly curing the base coat and clear coat layers, wherein the base coat layer is applied in a first layer of a modified water-borne base coat modAB prepared by mixing an unmodified, water-borne base coat A with an unmodified water-borne base coat B and with a pigment-free admixture component and in a second layer of the unmodified water-borne base coat A.

Abstract: The invention relates to image sensors produced with CMOS technology, whose individual pixels, arranged in an array of rows and columns, each consist of a photodiode associated with a charge storage region which receives the photogenerated charge before a charge readout phase. To eliminate the risk of introducing kTC-type noise into the signal, during the reset of the storage zone at the end of a readout cycle, the invention proposes that the storage zone be divided into two parts one of which, adjacent to the reset gage, is covered by a diffused region of the same type of conductivity as the substrate in which the photodiode is formed, this region being brought to the fixed potential of the substrate, and the other of which is not covered by such a region and is not adjacent to the reset gate.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention is to provide a composition comprising a titanium dioxide particle having on the surface of said particle a substantially encapsulating layer comprising a pyrogenically-deposited metal oxide; said substantially encapsulating layer having on its surface at least one organic surface treatment material selected from an organo-silane, an organo-siloxane, a fluoro-silane, an organo-phosphonate, an organo-acid phosphate, an organo-pyrophosphate, an organo-polyphosphate, an organo-metaphosphate, an organo-phosphinate, an organo-sulfonic compound, a hydrocarbon-based carboxylic acid, an associated ester of a hydrocarbon-based carboxylic acid, a derivative of a hydrocarbon-based carboxylic acid, a hydrocarbon-based amide, a low molecular weight hydrocarbon wax, a low molecular weight polyolefin, a co-polymer of a low molecular weight polyolefin, a hydrocarbon-based polyol, a derivative of a hydrocarbon-based polyol, an alkanolamine, a derivative of an alkanolamine, an organic dispersing age

Abstract: The invention pertains to a method and apparatus for exposing a cylindrical print sleeve. The method and apparatus can accommodate exposing various cylindrical print sleeves having different sleeve lengths and/or diameters. The apparatus includes a sleeve support for supporting the cylindrical print sleeve at one end, a plurality of light tubes supported in a longitudinal orientation, and a means for positioning the light tubes along one of a plurality of concentric rails to form a substantially circular wall of light tubes about the print sleeve.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a nanoporous layer, wherein a layer made of gold and silver is deposited onto a substrate, particularly in an electrochemical or galvanic fashion, wherein the composition of said layer lies between 20% and 40% gold and 80% to 60% silver. The silver is subsequently selectively removed in order to obtain a nanoporous gold layer.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, wherein X is O or S; Y is O or S; and R1, R2, R3 and R4 are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling an invertebrate pest comprising contacting the invertebrate pest or its environment with a biologically effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for modulating development and defense responses are provided. Nucleotide sequences encoding defensin proteins are provided. The sequences can be used in expression cassettes for modulating development, developmental pathways, and defense responses. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to silane of formula (Ia), wherein the radicals and indices have the following meaning: R is an alkylene, arylene or alkylenearylene group that can be interrupted by one or more oxygen or sulfur atoms or carboxyl or amino groups or can carry said atoms/groups on their ends opposite the silicon atom; R1 is a Z?-substituted alkylene, arylene or alkylenearylene group, which can be interrupted by one or more oxygen or sulfur atoms or carboxyl or amino groups or can carry said atoms/groups on one of their ends; R? is an alkyl, alkenyl, aryl, alkylaryl or arylalkyl group; B and B? can be identical or different, both radicals can have the meaning of a straight-chained or branched organic group with at least one C?C double bond and at least 2 carbon atoms; B? can mean instead thereof but also —R2aSi(OR3)4-a or —R2aR?bSi(OR3)4-a-b, wherein R2 is an alkylene group and R? has the meaning defined above; X represents a group that can enter into a hydrolytic while forming Si—O—Si bridges; Z? means —NH

Abstract: Improved flame retardant polytrimethylene terephthalate compositions are provided by including a melamine cyanurate flame retardant additive.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for modulating development and defense responses are provided. Nucleotide sequences encoding defensin proteins are provided. The sequences can be used in expression cassettes for modulating development, developmental pathways, and defense responses. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to composites comprising an elastic and/or thermoplastic-elastic carrier medium and hard magnetic particles which are polarised in a magnetic field, a magnetisation remaining after switching off the magnetic field.

Abstract: A device for securing an emission control element by a gastight seal within an exhaust system, and a device to secure loose hardware within an exhaust system. The device for securing the emission control element includes a structure that surrounds the emission control element and a structure that pushes against the emission control element. The structure that pushes against the emission control element uses a system of angled grooves and pushing means to create a force that holds the emission control element in place. The device to secure loose hardware includes a length of wire, the end of which is formed into a loop around the body of the hardware.

Abstract: The invention relates to the fabrication of electronic circuits on a thinned semiconductor substrate. To produce a connection pad on the back side of the thinned substrate, the procedure is as follows: an integrated circuit is produced on an unthinned substrate, in which a portion of a polycrystalline silicon layer (18) dedicated for the connection of the pad is provided. The circuit is transferred onto a transfer substrate (30) and then its back side is thinned. A via is opened in the thinned semiconductor layer (12) in order to gain access to the polycrystalline silicon; aluminum (80) is deposited and this layer is etched so as to define a pad which is in contact with the internal interconnects of the integrated circuit by way of the polycrystalline silicon.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel photoimageable compositions for improving the emission of electron field emitters. These compositions are comprised of carbon nanotubes and metal resinate.

Abstract: Provided are laminates containing in order: a fabric layer with an oil and water repellant coating, a continuous chitosan film, a continuous water vapor permeable polyurethane layer, and a fabric layer. The laminates, which have improved function in high moisture environments, can be used to make a variety of finished articles that can be used to provide protection from hazardous chemical and biological agents.