Abstract: Disclosed is a uniquely simple, multiple use apparatus for the packaging of fluids, such as those reference fluids used for the calibration and standardization of blood gas instrumentation, which must not be exposed to air.

Abstract: Magnetic recording media comprise a non-magnetic base and one or more magnetic layers consisting of an organic binder matrix containing finely divided magnetic material, the said matrix being obtained by electron beam curing of a mixture of from 50 to 100% by weight of a polyurethane acrylate polymer possessing polymerizable double bonds and from 0 to 50% by weight of an acrylate and/or an acrylate prepolymer and/or an N-vinyl monomer and/or an N-vinyl prepolymer.

Abstract: Magnetic recording media comprising a non-magnetic base and one or more magnetic layers consisting of an organic binder matrix containing finely divided magnetic material, the said matrix being obtained by electron beam curing of a mixture of from 60 to 100% by weight of a polyurethane acrylate polymer possessing polymerizable double bonds and from 0 to 40% by weight of an acrylate and/or an acrylate prepolymer and/or an N-vinyl monomer and/or an N-vinyl prepolymer.

Abstract: An improved apparatus for plating interior surfaces of electrical terminals that are spaced apart and attached to a carrier strip is disclosed. The apparatus is comprised of strip feeding means which feeds the strip of terminals to a rotating mandrel which guides the terminals through a plating zone while they are plated, a source of electrolytic plating solution, and a source of electrical potential for applying electrical current flow from an anode through the solution to a cathode. The mandrel has a plurality of anode extensions located about its axis of rotation, said anode extensions being movable into and out of the interiors of the terminals that are against the mandrel. The mandrel further has a plurality of nozzles located about its axis of rotation, said nozzle being associated with but separate from said anode extensions.

Abstract: A process is provided for the preparation of magnetic particles to which a wide variety of molecules may be coupled. The magnetic particles can be dispersed in aqueous media without rapid settling and conveniently reclaimed from media with a magnetic field. Preferred particles do not become magnetic after application of a magnetic field and can be redispersed and reused. The magnetic particles are useful in biological systems involving separations.

Abstract: Cobalt-free ferromagnetic particles are disclosed. The particles are comprised of ferromagnetic metal inner cores and an outer oxidized layer. The particles have a saturation magnetization of 60 to 100 emu/g and a coercive force of 500 Oe or more. The outer layer provides a means for stabilizing the magnetic characteristics of the particles at temperatures not higher than 80.degree. C. in air. The particles are produced by gradually oxidizing ferromagnetic metal particles containing no cobalt in oxygen-containing gas such that the surface-oxidized metal particles have a saturation magnetization of 60 to 100 emu/g. The particles provided have good magnetic characteristics which are maintained with the passage of time even when the particles are subjected to adverse temperature and humidity conditions.

Abstract: A planar magnetron etching device having a movable magnetic source which is moved with respect to a substrate to cause lines magnetic flux parallel to the surface of the substrate to sweep above the surface of the substrate during the etching process.

Abstract: An adhesive resealable tab fastener means suitable for use on a disposable diaper is provided which minimizes tearing of the tab fastener means itself or tearing it from the diaper when opening and closing repeatedly. The tab fastener means is provided with a grippable holding means and a grippable carrying tape segment. By being able to grip both parts of the tab fastener means, accidental tearing or rupturing of the fastener or diaper is minimized.

Abstract: Systems and their methods of preparation and use that release an active agent in a controlled manner for an extended period in a vaginal cavity environment. The systems are capable of delivering the active agent for periods greater than three hours at a predictable rate to a predetermined site, the vaginal cavity.

Abstract: A carbon-containing layer is produced on a substrate by means of sputtering. The carbon-containing layer is applied with good adhesion to nearly any substrate, is a very thin layer, and also exhibits a low conductivity. Parts of hydrocarbon molecules or hydrocarbon molecules are both incorporated into the carbon-containing layer during sputtering. The carbon-containing layer adheres well to nearly any substrate, is nearly scratch-proof, and helps avoid charging and contamination upon bombardment with charged particles.

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for measuring the pulsatile volume and net inflow in a body segment (e.g. a limb) is disclosed. An amplitude stabilized oscillator of high quality is utilized, together with normalization of the output signal measured at the body segment relative to the input signal delivered to the body segment such that an improved signal-to-noise ratio is achieved. In addition, utilizing a digital computer and an EKG signal as a time reference, the individual plethysmograph volume pulse and its first derivative are selectively averaged over many beats, thus further improving the signal-to-noise ratio and allowing a more critical examination of the wave profile. The outputs from the computer include the plethysmogram, the first and second derivatives thereof, the averaged EKG waveform, and the absolute physiologic values of peak-to-peak pulsatile volume, and peak net inflow.

Abstract: A method of producing glass sheets having good transmission behavior in the visible spectrum range and having good reflection behavior as regards heat radiation. A transparent substrate S is coated by cathodic atomization with, successively, a first oxide layer 1 comprising indium oxide, tin oxide or mixtures thereof, a layer 2 consisting of silver in a thickness of 5 to 50 n, a metallic layer 3 selected from aluminium, titanium, tantalum, chromium, manganese and zirconium in a thickness ranging from 1 to 5 nm and applied directly to the silver layer 2 for the purpose of maintaining the condition thereof, and a final protective oxide layer 4 of indium oxide, tin oxide or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Samples of the Sm-Fe system are directly crystallized onto heated substra by selectively thermalized sputtering with the addition of titanium as a stabilizing agent.

Abstract: A magnetron type sputter apparatus utilizing an orthogonal electromagnetic field, with the apparatus being adapted for forming an electrode wiring of a semiconductor device. The apparatus includes a target having a shape adapted to prevent a bumping of a target material from an end part of the target so that a temperature rise and damage of the semiconductor device attributed to electron bombardment can be prevented and the lifetime of the target can be prolonged.

Abstract: A light-collecting system, characterized in that it contains a coumarin derivative of the formula ##STR1## in which T denotes O or NR.sub.4, in whichR.sub.4 represents hydrogen, optionally substituted aryl, optionally substituted cycloalkyl or optionally substituted aralkyl,R.sub.1 denotes a carbocyclic or heterocyclic 5-membered or 6-membered ring bonded via a C atom, or a 5-membered or 6-membered heterocyclic ring which is bonded via a N atom and is rotationally asymmetrical to an axis placed through the coumarin/N-heterocyclic bond, it being possible for the said 5-membered or 6-membered rings to carry non-ionic substituents and for an optionally substituted benzene ring or an optionally substituted naphthalene ring to be fused to the said rings;X signifies ##STR2## or --OR.sub.2 ', in which R.sub.2 represents hydrogen, alkyl, cycloalkyl, aralkyl or aryl, it being possible for the said hydrocarbon radicals to be substituted, and R.sub.3, in addition to having the definitions given for R.sub.

Abstract: An apparatus for and method of coating a three-dimensional shaped-part surface by the cathodic atomization of target material from two, facing, magnetically-concentrating cathodic atomization devices applies a voltage, which is negative with respect to ground and of such magnitude that touching of the plasma clouds from the devices is facilitated to the shaped part.

Abstract: A pearlescent liquid suspension comprises essentially (A) a cationic surface active agent, (B) a higher alcohol, and (C) an alpha-mono(methyl-branched alkyl) glyceryl ether. The total amount of these ingredients should be from 1 to 40 wt %, mixing ratios of (A), (B) and (C) lying within an area surrounded by lines connecting the specified points a, b and c on the triangular coordinate of the ternary system.The suspension according to the invention is more inexpensive than known pearling agents. Further, since it includes crystals which are as fine as 1 to 10 microns, the suspension is more stable and the appearance is more beautiful than known agents.The pearlescent liquid suspension according to the invention may be added to liquid or paste compositions such as liquid detergent compositions and rinse compositions to give them beautiful pearl luster.

Abstract: A process for producing magnetic metallic oxide which comprises the steps of pulverizing at least one member selected from the group consisting of ferro-manganese, ferro-nickel, electrolytic manganese, electrolytic iron and electrolytic zinc, adding to the substance thus pulverized at least one member selected from the group consisting of oxides of Fe, Mn, Ni, Cu, Mg, Zn and Co and salts of Fe, Mn, Ni, Cu, Mg, Zn and Co which become oxides by heating, wet pulverizing and mixing the mixture upon oxidation, thereby producing a slurry, and heating said slurry at 800.degree. to 1450.degree. C. By this process, a magnetic ferrite can be stably and inexpensively synthesized.

Abstract: Disclosed is an magnetic core comprising a molded product made of an iron powder and/or an iron alloy magnetic powder having a mean particle size of 10 to 100 .mu.m, and 1.5 to 40%, as a total amount in terms of volume ratio, of an insulating binder resin and an insulating inorganic compound powder. Also disclosed is a useful method of producing the magnetic core.

Abstract: A cementitious mixture including water-repellent vermiculite, polypropylene fibers and cement. A preferred embodiment utilizes: asphalt-coated, expanded vermiculite; collated, fibrillated polypropylene fibers; and non-shrinking Portland cement. Test data indicates a greatly increased compressive strength compared to previously known vermiculite insulating concretes. A prefabricated building panel utilizing the mixture of the present invention, and a method of manufacture thereof, are also disclosed. Calculated R values indicate good thermal insulating characteristics.