Abstract: Polyester formation is catalyzed by an alkali metal fluoride other than lithium fluoride.

Abstract: Arylhydroxamates are provided having the structure ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is hydrogen, lower alkyl, aryl, lower alkenyl, cycloalkyl, or aralkyl;R.sup.2 is hydrogen, lower alkyl, aryl, cycloalkyl, alkanoyl or aroyl;m is 2 to 8; andZ is ##STR2## wherein R.sup.3 is OH, COOH ##STR3## These compounds are useful as inhibitors of .DELTA..sup.5 -lipoxygenase and as such are useful as antiallergy agents.

Abstract: An optical fiber material comprising at least one optical fiber and a wrapping material wrapping at least a part of the peripheral surface of the optical fiber in the axial direction of the optical fiber, wherein in its section taken at right angles to the axis of the optical fiber, the wrapping material holds the optical fiber tightly at its inside surfaces which face the optical fiber in the meridian direction of the optical fiber, or hold it tightly in at least three sites of its inner circumferential surface facing the optical fiber.The present invention provide also processes and devices for preparation thereof.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for preparing butyrolactones, butanediols, and mixtures thereof comprising hydrogenating a hydrogenatable precursor in the presence of an aqueous reaction medium and a catalyst comprising palladium or combinations thereof with rhenium and at least one support selected from the oxides of titanium, zirconium, and hafnium.

Abstract: Compounds of the Formula I, II, III, VI and VII ##STR1## wherein the symbols have defined meanings are herbicides, plant growth regulators or intermediates thereof.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for selectively separating the alpha-lactalbumin from the proteins of whey; the process comprises a heat treatment of the whey previously concentrated to a dry matter content of 10 to 40% by weight, and acidified to a pH of less than 4, preferably from 3 to 3.5, said heat treatment being carried out at a temperature not exceeding 75.degree. C., preferably from 45.degree. to 75.degree. C., for a duration of 15 seconds to 1 hour so as selectively to precipitate the alpha-lactalbumin; this heat treatment is followed by the recovery of the alpha-lactalbumin in the form of a precipitate and possibly of the other lacto-proteins remaining in solution in the residual whey. The process presents the advantage of being simple to carry out and being of low cost.

Abstract: Pigments are disclosed which consist essentially of rutile TiO.sub.2 particles bearing coatings comprising SiO.sub.2 and B.sub.2 O.sub.3.

Abstract: A melt processible multi-phase thermoplastic composition comprising a blend of:(A) 15-75 parts by weight of a crystalline polyolefin resin comprising polymerized monomer units of ethylene or propylene or mixtures thereof forming the continuous phase of the composition, and(B) 25-80 parts by weight of a crosslinked elastomer of an ethylene/alkyl acrylate copolymer consisting essentially of units derived from ethylene, an alkyl ester of acrylic acid wherein the alkyl group contains 1-6 carbon atoms and a monoalkyl ester of 1,4-butenedioic acid wherein the alkyl group contains 1-6 carbon atoms forming the discontinuous phase of the composition.

Abstract: A ply-twisted crimped continuous filament yarn having at least 40 twist reversals per meter and particularly suited for freize style carpets and the process for making the yarn is disclosed.

Abstract: A mechanism for mounting a sanding disk to the spindle of a portable right-angled grinder that will allow the connection to be released without extra tools. The mechanism consists essentially of a hollow spindle (18), of a tensioning anchor (22) that is accommodated inside the spindle (18) such that it can slide back and forth axially subject to an activating mechanism (54) but cannot rotate, and of two flanges that accommodate the sanding disk (28) between them, one of which, a mating flange that constitutes a support (20), is rigidly secured to the spindle, and the other of which, the tensioning flange (26), is loosely secured to the tensioning anchor (22). Between mutually facing demarcating surfaces (34 & 36) of the tensioning anchor (22) and the spindle (18) is a space (39) that communicates with another space (44) in the tensioning anchor (22). The spaces (39 & 44) are full of a plastic material (40) that can transmit force hydraulically.

Abstract: Thick film electronic compositions comprising finely divided particles of electrically functional material and a PbO-compatible inorganic binder dispersed in an organic medium in which 0.1 to 10.0% wt. lead nitrate is coated on the surface of at least one of the solide components.

Abstract: An electric tool with a source of power that is independent of the line and with a transmission housing or motor housing that is also designed to function as a grip, with another grip merging into one side of it. To position the center of gravity such that the tool will be easier to handle and to allow the operator to continue working when one battery pack goes dead, attachments for battery packs are provided at the end of each grip.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for repairing laminates such as aircraft transparency windows in which two plies of the laminate have become separated and created a void. The method of the invention basically comprises the steps of selecting an adhesive having a viscosity sufficient to flow into the void formed between the two separated plies and then introducing an amount of the adhesive into the void such that the adhesive fills substantially all of the void thereby repairing the laminate. The preferred technique for introducing the adhesive into the void comprises the steps of filling a syringe with an amount of the adhesive, affixing a hypodermic needle to the syringe, and forcing the needle into the void of the delaminated area. The syringe is then operated to force the adhesive into the void until the void is completely filled with the adhesive.

Abstract: Negative, liquid electrostatic developer consisting essentially of(A) nonpolar liquid having Kauri-butanol value less than 30, present in major amount,(B) thermoplastic resin particles having a colorant and an inorganic metal salt as defined dispersed therein and average particle size by area being less than 10 .mu.m, and(C) nonpolar liquid soluble ionic or zwitterionic compound which imparts a negative charge to the thermoplastic resin particles. Optionally additional adjuvants are present. The liquid electrostatic developer is useful in copying, making proofs including digital color proofs, lithographic printing plates, and resists.

Abstract: Apparatus and process for drying coated surfaces, e.g. inked surfaces, with improved efficiency. The apparatus comprises an air-directing baffle which has vortex-inducing means, e.g. grooves or slots therein. The slots are arranged substantially perpendicular to the general direction of flow of drying gas through a drying zone formed by the baffle and the surface being dried. The vortices provide both (1) improved drying efficiency at the interface between coated surface and drying gas and (2) effective dissipation of kinetic energy from the drying gas as it traverses the drying zone. Less energy is required to exhaust spent drying gas from the drying zone while effectively preventing the gas from escaping into the environment. In dual-drier systems, fed by centrally located air nozzles, means is provided to avoid an asperating effect which tends to suck the web toward the apparatus.

Abstract: A thermally powered heat transfer system employing a boiler for producing a refrigerant in vaporized form at relatively high pressure, the output of the boiler being connected to a pump, aspirator or compressor which may comprise a single cylinder, double piston structure functioning as a power source for moving the refrigerant and a pumping source for creating a low pressure for drawing refrigerant vapor form from an evaporator and into the condenser where the refrigerant vapor gives up its heat. The condenser is coupled in circuit with receiver means which holds liquid refrigerant and delivers same to the boiler and evaporator under control of suitable valving means.

Abstract: A low toxicity paint remover composition containing C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 dialkyl esters of C.sub.4 to C.sub.6 aliphatic dibasic acid, an activator, a thickener, a surfactant and at least one other organic nonhalogen-containing solvent.

Abstract: Electrostatic liquid developer having improved charging characteristics consisting essentially of(A) nonpolar liquid having a Kauri-butanol value of less than 30, present in a major amount,(B) thermoplastic resin particles having an average by area particle size of less than 10 .mu.m,(C) nonpolar liquid soluble ionic compound, and(D) at least one organic polyamine compound having at least 2 amino groups present on adjacent carbon atoms.Optionally, a colorant, e.g., a pigment; metallic soap can be present. The electrostatic liquid developer is useful in copying, making proofs including digital color proofs, lithographic printing plates, and resists.

Abstract: Polyamide fibers are made stain resistant by treating them with a sulfonated naphthol- or sulfonated phenol-formaldehyde condensation product. Applying the stain-resist compounds at pH values of between 1.5 and 2.5 renders them stable to yellowing upon exposure to agents in the environment such as NO.sub.2.

Abstract: A centrifugal pump for handling fluids with a high gas content, wherein the impeller is provided with a through-bore connected with the inlet of each outflow channel, as well as with at least one small bore inside each channel. The blades are not very divergent relatively to each other, and each of the blades is split into two parts by a vertical slot. Also a large number of small-sized channels are used to define the diffuser outflow channels.