Abstract: A multi-layer moisture management fabric for being placed in garments. The multi-layer fabric includes a relatively thick inner moisture permeable hydrophobic fabric layer having for being positioned next to the skin of the wearer of the garment, a first, relatively thin intermediate hydrophilic fabric layer positioned adjacent the hydrophobic fabric layer on the side thereof away from the skin of the wearer, and a second, relatively thick outer hydrophilic fabric layer positioned adjacent the first hydrophilic fabric layer on the opposite side thereof from the hydrophobic fabric layer.

Abstract: This invention embraces a method of controlling the impermeability of an organic polymer film to gases such as oxygen, aroma, flavor and fragrance and the like to produce gas impermeable organic polymer films by coating with a mixture of a siloxane monomer with carboxylic acid in an alcohol solvent and evaporating the solvent to complete the formation of Si--O--Si bonds; and then polymerizing and grafting the coating, preferably by electron beam radiation, to the polymer film. Improved coated polymer films and formulation products therefor are also provided.

Abstract: A sound absorbing and heat insulating fiber slab containing cellulose fibers which are bonded together with the aid of an inorganic, flame-proof binder is characterized in that the binder belongs to the group of polymeric silicates which dry at room temperature. The binder is homogeneously distributed in the slab and bonds mutually adjacent fibers in a punctiform fashion, to form a coherent matrix. The slab has a density of from 30 to 70 kg/m.sup.3 and the binder is present in an amount of 1-20 percent by weight.

Abstract: A process for producing a bale of crimped staple fibers includes the repeated steps of cutting continuous filament crimped nylon tow into segments, maintaining the integrity of the segments while tramping charges of the segments under pressure to form a compacted layer, holding the layer to retain layer compaction and then pressing the layers and strapping the pressed layers.

Abstract: A distinctive absorbent article includes a backsheet layer which has a width dimension and a length dimension, and which includes a front waistband section, a back waistband section, and an intermediate section interconnecting the front and back waistband sections. An absorbent body is superposed on the backsheet layer, and an intermediate transfer layer, which is liquid permeable, is disposed in facing relation with the absorbent body to generally sandwich the absorbent body between the backsheet and transfer layer. The transfer layer has an appointed bodyside, inner surface, and a bodyside liner layer is located on the inner surface of the transfer layer. The bodyside liner comprises a bonded carded web which has a basis weight within the range of about 15-40 gsm and is composed of bicomponent fibers having a fiber denier within the range of about 1.0-3.0 dpf. The bodyside liner is constructed to provide for a Penetration rate index of at least about 1.

Abstract: Disclosed is a solution-applied laminate release system useful in improving release properties toward uncured rubber to rubber bladders and, particularly, tire assembly machine (TAM) bladders having at least a portion of their outer surface covered with the releasing system comprised of (a) a primer system comprising (i) at least one layer of a halogenating treating agent and (ii) at least one layer of a silane coupling agent overlaid by (b) a layer of at least one layer of silicone release coating bonded to the silane coupling agent layer.

Abstract: A method of producing crimped tow by continuously feeding a tow against an adjustable counter pressure means; the tow is maintained at an average predetermined thickness and steam enters the chamber and is exhausted from the chamber in a manner to provide uniform heating of the tow to provide a fiber that is uniformly annealed as determined by measuring light reflectance for yarn dyed with a structural sensitive Milling Blue "B" dye or shrinkage uniformity determined by thermal analysis.

Abstract: A multilayered structural article having improved resistance to delamination and having a reduced coefficient of linear thermal expansion (CLTE) relative to that of the thermoplastic resin(s) employed in its preparation comprises a core layer of a highly filled composite paper having outer layers of thermoplastic resin adhered thereto.

Abstract: A process for the production of fiber-reinforced ceramic matrix composites s disclosed. The process consists of making a slurry of the ceramic matrix composite material in an ultraviolet curing resin, and coating the fiber with the slurry in a continuous process whereby a continuous coating of ceramic matrix material is applied to the fiber. The coated fiber is then employed to reinforce ceramic matrix composites. The continuous coating of ceramic matrix on the surface of the the fibers provide improved properties in the composite.

Abstract: A lightweight burner block assembly includes (a) a relatively thick exterior shell, the exterior shell comprising a refractory material including fibrous alumina and silica and having an internal bore; and (b) a relatively thin, erosion resistant liner inserted into the internal bore, the liner comprising (i) a fabric matrix of woven ceramic fibers having insulating properties and thermal shock resistance properties and (ii) silicon carbide particles supported by and coating the fabric matrix.

Abstract: Polyolefin resin compositions and oriented microporous films prepared from same comprising an ethylene-propylene block copolymer having an ethylene content of about 10 to about 50 wt %, a propylene homopolymer or random propylene copolymer having up to about 10 wt % of a comonomer of ethylene or an .alpha.-olefin of 4 to 8 carbon atoms, and components selected from a low molecular weight polypropylene, a beta-spherulite nucleating agent and an inorganic filler, and to processes for forming such films wherein the microporous films have improved breathability, strength, toughness and break elongation.

Abstract: A porous film composite comprising at least one layer of an oriented polymeric porous film comprising an ethylene-propylene block copolymer having an ethylene content of about 10 to about 50 wt %, a polypropylene homopolymer or random copolymer of propylene having up to about 10 wt % of a comonomer of ethylene or an .alpha.-olefin of 4 to 8 carbon atoms, and at least one component selected from a low molecular weight polypropylene, a beta-spherulite nucleating agent and calcium carbonate adhered to at least one layer of a polymeric foam product, a woven fabric, or a nonwoven fabric such as a carded web of staple fibers, a spunbond fabric, meltblown fabric and a self-bonded, fibrous, nonwoven web.

Abstract: Phobicity effects of high quality and permanence are obtained on textile materials of the most diverse types if these are finished with combinations ofA) a polymer containing perfluoroalkyl groups andB) a cationically modified polyurethane.The new compositions are also distinguished by a comparatively low content of expensive fluorine compounds.

Abstract: A resilient padding body which comprises an intermediate base layer and upper protruberances extending upwardly off the surface of the base layer and bottom protruberances extending downwardly off a lower surface of the base layer. The padding body includes longitudinal and lateral upper recesses which are formed between the upper protruberances. The upper protruberances have side walls which slope inwardly to form an object which is in the shape of a trancated pyramid and angled recesses. The base of the upper protruberances is essentially coplanar with the base member's upper surface. The base of each upper protruberance is separated by a slit which extends into the base member for about one half of the base member's thickness. The bottom protruberances include foundation sections which have vertical side walls. The foundation sections are spaced sufficiently to form a narrow channel between adjacent foundation section walls.

Abstract: A high temperature resistant reticulated porous foam structure for use as a diesel emission particulate trap. A reticulated porous foam substrate which is capable of maintaining its structural integrity at temperatures in excess of approximately 2500, and preferably 2700, degrees Fahrenheit is coated with a formed in situ oxidation resistant coating which extends substantially throughout the interstices of the porous foam structure. The coating comprises very thin alternate layers of silicon carbide and a carbide formed from a Group IVA metal which has a melting point in excess of approximately 1850 degrees Centigrade.

Abstract: An aqueous fluorochemical finish composition for imparting antisoiling protection to textile fibers, e.g. nylon yarns, is composed of fluorochemical textile antisoilant, lubricant and a combination of cationic and nonionic surfactants.

Abstract: (1) Polyester fiber which consists substantially of polyethylene terephthalate, the fiber being characterized by strength of least 7.0 g/d, initial Young's modulus of at least 85 g/d, elongation of less that 20%, degree of crystallization X.rho. of at least 45% and the ratio of birefringence (.DELTA.n) and the degree of crystallization X.rho. from 0.38 to 0.45.(2) Method of making polyester fiber, characterized as follows: Polyethylene terephthalate is melt spun then passed through the heated cylinder which is installed directly under the spinning die; cooled and solidified; the oil agent is imparted and the yarn is taken-up at the speed of over 2000 m/min; this is drawn to a ratio of 1.5-2.3 in at least 2-drawing stages in continuation; then heat treated; the surface temperature of the drawing rollers at the final drawing stage is kept at 220.degree.-250.degree. C.; a non-contact type heating plate heated to a surface temperature of 250.degree.-500.degree. C.

Abstract: Described are novel thermosetting maleimide compositions suitable for making cured resins, prepregs and tough thermoset composites. The thermosetting compositions comprise a multifunctional maleimide and a terminally unsaturated polyamide, polyimide, or polyamideimide oligomer which is soluble in the composition. The cured resins have a fracture toughness, K.sub.IC, of at least 1.0 MPam 1/2 and a glass transition temperature of at least 200.degree. C.