Abstract: A biodegradable nonwoven fabric and molded vessel suitable to throwaway use such as in domestic, wrapping, agricultural, gardening, and civil engineering field. A web of cellulose-based fibers are combined with chitosan salt and an interfiber binder comprising a combination of chitosan salt and fine cellulose, or by combined use of the interfiber binder and physical combining techniques. They are naturally decomposed by microorganisms in the soil and can dissolve the polution problems.

Abstract: In order to make gauge regulation simple and to make it possible to exchange or grind the card clothing in each individual top bar, the present invention provides a stationary flat unit which is composed of a stationary flat having a plurality of top bars adjustably fitted between two sash-like plates for adjustment in up and down directions, and arms fixed to both side surfaces of the statinary flat. This stationary flat has the effect of reducing the time required for fitting, reducing the frequency of maintenance and prolonging the service life of the card clothing.

Abstract: Disclosed is a rotary ring for spinning machinery, such as ring spinning machines and ring twisting macines, which provides stabilized rotation of a ring-shaped rotator and involves no end breakage of yarn during spinning. This is accomplished by specifying the coefficient of friction .mu. between the ring-shaped rotator and the ring-shaped supporter, the relation between the weight W of the ring-shaped rotator and the outside diameter D.sub.1 and ring-shaped top flange inside diameter D.sub.2, and the relation between the width A along the radial direction and the height H along the axial directio between the sliding surfaces of the ring-shaped rotator and the ring-shaped supporter. This rotary ring makes it possible to realize higher spindle speed and higher productivity of yarn.