Abstract: A cable for use in a predetermined voltage class, has a conductor; an insulating layer surrounding the conductor, the insulating layer having a thickness selected to provide a predetermined electrical stress when the cable is operated at a nominal voltage in said predetermined voltage class; and a protective element around the conductor having a thickness and mechanical properties selected to provide a predetermined impact resistance capability, the protective element having at least one expanded polymeric layer. The insulating layer thickness and the protective element thickness are selected in combination to minimize the overall cable weight while preventing a detectable insulating layer damage upon impact of 50 J energy. A method for designing a cable is also disclosed.

Abstract: A front plane laminate useful in the manufacture of electro-optic displays comprises, in order, a light-transmissive electrically-conductive layer, a layer of an electro-optic medium in electrical contact with the electrically-conductive layer, an adhesive layer and a release sheet. This front plane laminate can be prepared as a continuous web, cut to size, the release sheet removed and the laminate laminated to a backplane to form a display. Methods for providing conductive vias through the electro-optic medium and for testing the front plane laminate are also described.

Abstract: A process for the synthesis of beta linked low molecular weight polymers of galactosamine and glucosamine has been developed. Through the use of high amounts of activating agents, efficient coupling of stable monomers is achieved. Using this process, chain extension is through the addition of single monomers, providing populations of single chain length polyhexosamines.

Abstract: A process for making a fluorinated product comprising contacting an alcohol with 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethyl-N,N-dimethylamine to produce a product mixture containing the fluorinated product and N,N-dimethyl difluoroacetamide, quenching the product mixture in water to form a first organic phase and an aqueous phase, recovering fluorinated product by separating the first organic phase from the aqueous phase, treating the aqueous phase to recover N,N-dimethyl difluoroacetamide, and converting recovered N,N-dimethyl difluoroacetamide to 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethyl-N,N-dimethylamine.

Abstract: A laminate for electronic-type applications having a conductive layer and a dielectric multilayer. The dielectric multilayer comprises at least three layers: i. an adhesive layer; ii. a low coefficient of thermal expansion layer; and iii. a curl balancing layer. Optionally, the laminate can also comprise a second conductive layer bonded to the curl balancing layer.

Abstract: A non-linear element is formed on a flexible substrate by securing the substrate to a rigid carrier, forming the non-linear element, and then separating the flexible substrate from the carrier. The process allows flexible substrates to be processed in a conventional fab intended to process rigid substrates. In a second method, a transistor is formed on a insulating substrate by forming gate electrodes, depositing a dielectric layer, a semiconductor layer and a conductive layer, patterning the conductive layer to form source, drain and pixel electrodes, covering the channel region of the resultant transistor with an etch-resistant material and etching using the etch-resistant material and the conductive layer as a mask, the etching extending substantially through the semiconductor layer between adjacent transistors.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to pesticidal compositions comprising indole derivatives. These indole derivatives are especially active against phytopathogenic fungi. Furthermore, the invention relates to the use of indole derivatives for the production of pesticides and the use of the compositions according to the invention as pesticides. The present invention is also directed to a process for producing a pesticidal composition and to pesticidal compositions prepared by this process. In addition, the invention relates to a process for preventing or combating pests and to a process for protecting plants against pests, especially against phytopathogenic fungi. Further, the invention is directed to plants or seeds as well as objects or materials which have been protected against pests by treatment with a composition according to the invention. Further, the invention is directed to a method for identifying a substance having pesticidal activity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to meta- and para-aramid pulp for use as reinforcement material in products such as seals and friction materials. The pulp comprises (a) fibril free meta-aramid particles, (b) irregularly shaped, para-aramid fibrous structures, and (c) water, whereby the para-aramid fibrous structures contact and are wrapped partially around at least some of the meta-aramid particles. The invention further relates to processes for making such aramid pulp.

Abstract: An adjustable armrest for a vehicle seat comprising an armrest housing pivoted on a seat back frame and a pair of locking elements in the housing, one of which is adjustable and the other being fixed. A seat back stop is engageable with the adjustable locking element. A seat occupant, using an armrest release mechanism, may adjust the relative positions of the locking elements to change a desired active position of the armrest. A memory feature permits return of the armrest to the desired active position from an upright stowed position.

Abstract: Biodegradable polymeric composition and method for producing a biodegradable polymeric composition, comprising poly(hydroxybutyrate) or copolymers thereof, a plasticizer obtained from a renewable source, a nucleant additive, a flow aid additive, and a thermal stabilizer additive. The process of obtention comprises the steps of mixing to a load of PHB or PHBV in powder, from about 2% to 30% of a plasticizer based on vegetable oils of natural origin and fatty acids of animal and vegetable origin, distilled and hydrogenated; mixing to the biopolymer already containing the plasticizer a thermal stabilizer additive, a nucleant additive; and a flow aid additive; and extruding the composition obtained in the previous step to promote, in the melt state, the incorporation of the additives in the matrix of PHB or PHBV and its subsequent granulation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are novel electrophoretic displays and materials useful in fabricating such displays. In particular, novel encapsulated displays are disclosed. Particles encapsulated therein are dispersed within a suspending, or electrophoretic, fluid. This fluid may be a mixture of two or more fluids or may be a single fluid. The displays may further comprise particles dispersed in a suspending fluid, wherein the particles contain a liquid. In either case, the suspending fluid may have a density or refractive index substantially matched to that of the particles dispersed therein. Finally, also disclosed herein are electro-osmotic displays. These displays comprise at least one capsule containing either a cellulosic or gel-like internal phase and a liquid phase, or containing two or more immiscible fluids. Application of electric fields to any of the electrophoretic displays described herein affects an optical property of the display.

Abstract: A device including at least one gripping member, rotatably mounted about an axis Z-Z, adapted to hold at least one end of at least one elongated element for chemical vapour deposition for forming a preform. The device includes at least one burner being mobile along a direction substantially parallel to the axis Z-Z and adapted to deposit, on the elongated element, a chemical substance for forming a preform, and at least one suction element arranged on the opposite side of the burner on a portion of a wall of the device on the opposite side of the gripping member from the burner. At least one air suction member, mobile along direction Z, is provided with motion synchronous with respect to the burner. The wall with the air suction member has a pair of respective upper and lower tapes rigidly associated with the burner.

Abstract: Mudguard support for self-propelled operating machinery mounted on wheels, comprising a first element (2) intended to be fixed on the hub (11) of a steered wheel of the machinery, and a second element (3) which is articulated to the preceding along a substantially vertical axis (4), and is set to support the mudguard of said wheel, where between said first (2) and second (3) elements a repositioning system is interposed adapted to constantly force the mentioned elements towards a neutral configuration wherein the mudguard is found in the normal covering position of the wheel, and where a counter means is foreseen adapted to hold said second element at the time of particularly sharp turns in the direction wherein the position plane of the wheel diverges from the axis of the machinery in the movement direction, a further counter means being foreseen adapted to hold said second element at the time of particularly sharp turns in the direction wherein the position plane of the wheel converges towards the axis of t

Abstract: A method, system, apparatus and program for effecting the decomposition of organic waste material comprises: providing a treatment tank for decomposition of organic waste material, the treatment tank containing an active biomass comprising at least one bacteria that decomposes organic material; providing at least two inlets to the treatment tank, a first inlet comprising an inlet for organic material and a second inlet comprising an inlet for an aqueous stream; a processor that receives and stores information on: the status of chemical oxygen demand of the active biomass; and the oxygen provision capability of a first organic material that can be fed into the treatment tank through the first inlet; a mass flow control system controlled by the processor which feeds the at least one organic material through the first inlet at a rate based at least in part upon the status of chemical oxygen demand in the treatment tank as recognized by the processor.

Abstract: The present invention consists of a packing device for logistics of groups of wind turbine rotor blades, preferably of pairs of blades, including at least two structures (2), each one having a peripheral frame (4). For guaranteeing the proper conditions for the logistics, said blades are supported and fastened to the structures by flexible belts (7,8) stressed by ratchets, being said blade profile partially or entirely enveloped by said flexible belts. And alternatively, the device for logistics of groups of wind turbine rotor blades may include tip protection cover (13), blades fastening device (14), such as belts, ropes or chains, and protecting devices (12) on areas of contact between the blades to prevent the friction.

Abstract: A method for providing an internet network based marketplace for intellectual property assets, comprises the steps of: identifying and production of a list of intellectual property assets which a poster wishes to license or sell, and making the list of intellectual property assets accessible to the network in a controlled format with marketing information. This intellectual property is presented to viewers interested in licensing or acquiring one or more items on the list of intellectual property. The marketplace can provide for confidentiality of viewers until they elect to establish contact with the poster.

Abstract: A copper clad laminate that is suited to use in high-performance flexible printed circuit boards, which meets both dimensional change and heat resistance requisites, has a small percent dimensional change after etching, and has properties that are applicable to AOI, and which further has excellent slickness (slip) and adhesion is provided. A copper clad laminate that uses a polyimide film that primarily uses paraphenylenediamine and 4,4?-diaminodiphenylether as diamine ingredients, and pyromellitic dianhydride and 3,3?,4,4?-biphenyltetracarboxylic dianhydride as acid dianhydride ingredients, which further has slip caused by producing surface protrusions by adding inorganic particles. One copper foil is adhered to one side of the polyimide film using an adhesive; and a second copper layer is directly adhered to the second side of the polyimide film.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to non-lithographic patterning by laser (or similar-type energy beam) ablation, where the ablation system ultimately results in circuitry features that are relative free from debris induced over-plating defects (debris relating to the ablation process) and fully additive plating induced over-plating defects. Compositions of the invention include a circuit board precursor having an insulating substrate and a cover layer. The insulating substrate is made from a dielectric material and also a metal oxide activatable filler. The cover layer can be sacrificial or non-sacrificial and is used to remediate unwanted debris arising from the ablation process.

Abstract: A vein stripping device for removal of varicose veins including a base body and a guide cable, which is connectable to the base body and insertable into a varicose vein. Attached to the base body is at least one lens which receives incident optical light to generate light energy for cutting and severing the varicose vein. The surgery is substantially pain-free and ensures a blood-dry lumen or stripping-channel.