Abstract: Synthetic crystalline aluminosilicate is prepared by an inorganic process from a reaction mixture, which contains, in an aqueous alkaline medium SiO.sub.2 and Al.sub.2 O.sub.3 or their hydrated derivatives or alkali silicates and aluminates, mineralizers and optionally seeding crystals, the reaction mixture containing: SiO.sub.2 /Al.sub.2 O.sub.3 in molar ratio of 15-40, OH.sup.- /SiO.sub.2 in molar ratio 0.1-0.2, and H.sub.2 O/SiO.sub.2 in molar ratio 20-60. The aluminosilicate produced by the process has a chemical composition expressed in molar ratios as: 0-3 M.sub.2 O:Al.sub.2 O.sub.3 :15-40 SiO.sub.2 :0-40 H.sub.2 O, where M represents an alkali cation. The aluminosilicate is useful in the preparation of catalysts and adsorbents.

Abstract: Cathodic corrosion protection for surfaces of metallic substrates is provided by carrying out electrolysis, switching off the electrolysis, observing a control voltage and switching on the electrolysis again when the control voltage equals a specified critical voltage. A counterelectrode, which does not corrode significantly by an electrolyte, is provided as an anode. A surface of a substrate services as a cathode. A reference electrode provides a constant electrochemical potential relative to the electrolyte. A potentiostat brings about the electrolysis in the electrolyte. A controller switches on and off the electrolyzing voltage based on a value of the control voltage relative to the specified critical voltage.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for continuous casting with a continuous casting annular mold. The method includes: providing a continuous annular casting mold having a superstructure secured over a chill, the superstructure including an overhang extending over the inner wall of the chill; cooling the inner wall surface of the chill; introducing a mixture of a lubricant and gas under pressure at the transition of the overhang and the inner wall surface of the chill. The mixture is introduced in a direction parallel to the inner wall surface of the chill. A molten material to be cast is introduced to the mold in a direction from above the superstructure. The cast material is drawn off from below the chill, and the mixture of gas and lubricant maintains a gap between the material to be cast and the inner wall surface of the chill. A continuous casting mold is also disclosed.

Abstract: A refractory pipeline having ceramic pipe sections with joints therebetween located at areas where in which there are the greatest temperature differences in the pipeline. Adjacent pipe sections are connected together by shoulders at the ends of each such section, the shoulder of one pipe section being radially outside the shoulder of an adjacent section. A further pipe section is pushed over the joint so as to form a gastight seal by defining a space in communication with a borehole through the one shoulder and a peripheral groove in the other shoulder. A pressure cushion is provided in the space by applying a barrier medium under pressure to the space and thereby through the borehole to the peripheral groove.

Abstract: Disclosed is a zeolite and a process for modifying a zeolite, which includes alkalizing the zeolite, and calcining the alkalized zeolite. The resultant modified zeolite has improved selectivity characteristics.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for producing aluminum hydroxide in the form of gibbsite in particular shapes, suitable for use as a filler, flame retardant and/or fibrous reinforcement. The process includes the steps of crystallizing gibbsite from a Bayer process sodium aluminate liquor, in the presence of an additive comprising either a hydroxycarboxilic acid for producing needle shaped, rod-like hydrargillite or in the presence of a polyalcohol, fatty acid or lithium compound for producing platy or tabular gibbsite.

Abstract: A method and equipment for manufacturing a light metal vehicle wheel that has a rim drop base and a club-shaped thickened portion extending axially outward. The club-shaped portion has a tread on its outside surface for use in case of flat tire and has rim horns at its outer end. The method and equipment include pressing the rim horns radially inward by compression rings of a mold die. A radial inner surface of the club-shaped thickened portion is machined by chip removal so as to form an undercut next to the rim horn.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for manufacturing transparent aluminum oxide ceramic articles by sintering dry-pressed acid-containing aluminum oxide monohydrate in vacuo or in hydrogen. The method includes obtaining the acid-containing aluminum oxide monohydrate by peptisization of aluminum alkoxide with a mixture of water and acid vapor, with the acid bound to the formed monohydrate by electrostatic force. Such attachment allows ease in separation of the monohydrate crystals in water due to the polarizing effect of the acid. Subsequently, the acid-containing aluminum oxide monohydrate is gelled and dried, with the product, having an acid content of from 12 to 25%, being suitable for forming transparent ceramic articles without requiring calcination.

Abstract: A high temperature-resistant aluminum alloy is disclosed, comprising an aluminum matrix containing a dispersion mixture of reinforcing aluminum-iron particles with 2-16% nickel and/or cobalt, 1-6% copper and 1-3% manganese. The weight ratio of the copper to manganese is between about 2:1 and 1:1, and the intermetallic phases of the type AlCuMn, Al.sub.3 Ni and/or Al.sub.9 Co.sub.2 are present in spherical forms.

Abstract: A closure for sealing threaded bottles, jars or similar containers, comprises a metallic cap and a plastic collar having an upper attachment part adapted to releasably engage said cap. The collar further includes an interior security ring spaced from the collar and attached thereto by means of fracturable integrally formed links and at least one non-fracturable connecting web. A plurality of claws adapted to engage the undersurface of the threaded portion of the container extends from the inner surface of the security ring.

Abstract: An aluminum offset coil, having a surface zone of a predominantly recrystallized globular, fine grain structure, and a core zone of a greatly work-hardened structure, for use in offset printing plates, and a process for its preparation.

Abstract: Disclosed is a high temperature magnetic stirrer including a permanent magnet positioned underneath a frame supported platform. The magnet is positioned to be rotatable in a plane parallel to the platform. A spiral shaped heating element mounted to the frame is positioned above the platform and centered above the rotatable magnet. The spiral has a diameter sufficient to enclose a portion of a crucible. Means are provided to supply the heating element with electricity, and additional means are secured to the frame to rotate the magnet.

Abstract: This invention relates to a ceramic or ceramic oxide hollow body and a method for its manufacture. The ceramic or ceramic oxide hollow body of the present invention does not require the use of a binder or adhering substrate or any type of internal embedded supports. The hollow body is capable of being manufactured for any desired diameter and length and is especially suited for thick walled pipes. The ceramic hollow body is homogeneous, free of internal cracks, and highly heat stable and shock insensitive. It is produced in a continuous quasi-isothermal thermal spray process in which hot atomized ceramic or ceramic oxide particles are sprayed as a plasma onto a non-adhering highly thermally conductive internally cooled mold core. The mold core is mounted on a rotating lathe which in turn is mounted on a longitudinally movable carriage to accomplish the uniform layer thickness of the hollow body.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a process for manufacturing ceramic or ceramic oxide hollow bodies and a method for its manufacture. The ceramic hollow bodies of the present invention does not require the use of a binder or adhering substrate or any type of internal embedded supports. The hollow body is capable of being manufactured for any desired diameter and length and is especially suited for thick walled pipes. The ceramic hollow body is homogeneous, free of internal cracks, and highly heat stable and shock insensitive. It is produced in a continuous quasi-isothermal thermal spray process in which hot atomized ceramic or ceramic oxide particles are sprayed as a plasma onto a non-adhering highly thermally conductive internally cooled mold core. The mold core is mounted on a rotating lathe which in turn is mounted on a longitudinally movable carriage to accomplish the uniform layer thickness of the hollow body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a modified form of alumina hydrate filler, thermosetting and thermoplastic compositions having improved workability and mechanical properties containing such filler and methods of manufacturing such modified alumina hydrate filler. More specifically, the invention provides for the admixture of modified alumina hydrate crystals with a resinous composition in which the individual alumina hydrate crystal edges are substantially rounded, have a mean crystal size of less than about 35 microns and less than about 0.1% by volume of alumina hydrate crystals have a diameter of less than 2 microns. The resulting compositions have improved viscosity properties and exhibit good bending strength and flame retardant characteristics.

Abstract: A process for extracting hydrogen fluoride from fluorine containing materials includes countercurrently contacting the materials with steam having a plane of rotation relatively perpendicular to the direction of flow of the material. An apparatus for the extraction of hydrogen fluoride from fluorine containing materials includes a rotary kiln having a first zone wherein a steam-air mixture countercurrently contacts the materials in an oxidation step, a second zone wherein an oxygen containing gas is tangentially injected into the kiln to provide complete combustion of carbon containing materials, a third zone wherein a steam stream countercurrently contacts the materials in a reducing step and means for providing a plane of rotation to the steam which is relatively perpendicular to the direction of flow of the material.

Abstract: A method for continuously extracting uranium from ores comprises the steps of forming a slurry of ore in a leaching solution; heating the slurry while pumping it through a tube reactor at high turbulences characterized by Reynolds numbers in excess of 50,000; supplying gaseous oxygen at high pressures of at least 30 bar into the tube reactor such that the uranium is substantially completely oxidized in a soluble form but impurities in the slurry are substantially kept from becoming soluble; recovering the uranium oxide solute which is substantially free of impurities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a modified form of alumina hydrate filler, thermosetting and thermoplastic compositions having improved workability and mechanical properties containing such filler and methods of manufacturing such modified alumina hydrate filler. More specifically, the invention provides for the admixture of modified alumina hydrate crystals with a resinous composition in which the individual alumina hydrate crystal edges are substantially rounded, have a mean crystal size of less than about 35 microns and less than about 0.1% by volume of alumina hydrate crystals have a diameter of less than 2 microns. The resulting compositions have improved viscosity properties and exhibit good bending strength and flame retardant characteristics.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a process and apparatus for manufacturing vanadium pentoxide in powder form by the thermal decomposition of ammonium metavanadate containing more than 10% NH.sub.3 in a single operation.

Abstract: A process for extracting hydrogen fluoride from fluorine containing materials includes countercurrently contacting the materials with steam having a plane of rotation relatively perpendicular to the direction of flow of the material. An apparatus for the extraction of hydrogen fluoride from fluorine containing materials includes a rotary kiln having a first zone wherein a steam-air mixture countercurrently contacts the materials in an oxidation step, a second zone wherein an oxygen containing gas is tangentially injected into the kiln to provide complete combustion of carbon containing materials, a third zone wherein a steam stream countercurrently contacts the materials in a reducing step and means for providing a plane of rotation to the steam which is relatively perpendicular to the direction of flow of the material.