Abstract: A method for producing an electrically conductive compound yarn. An electrically conductive monofilament metal thread is spun into a compound yarn together with textile fibers. A compound yarn of this type is particularly suitable for producing woven and knit materials.

Abstract: The present invention provides polymer fine particles for a jet ink, each polymer fine particle containing a colorant, wherein the polymer fine particles have an average particle diameter in the range of 5 to 700 nm, a maximum particle diameter of at most 1000 nm, and a particle size distribution, at m value of shape parameter according to the Weibull distribution, of at least 1.3, and wherein the polymer fine particles are able to form a coating film at room temperature.

Abstract: An apertured nonwoven laminate is produced by a thermal aperturing process by calendaring a carded web of fibers with a polymeric sheet having a lower melting temperature and a property of shrinking under application of heat and pressure so as to bond to the carded fibers and simultaneously pull back the carded fibers away from the calendering points to generate apertures through the nonwoven laminate. In a preferred apertured nonwoven product for baby wipes, a tri-laminate is formed with top and bottom layers containing polypropylene fibers or fiber blend with rayon fibers, and a middle (polymeric) layer of linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) film material. The baby wipe product provides a significant cost advantage and an improved aesthetic appearance over conventional products.

Abstract: An ink for ink jet printing includes particles of an emulsifiable dye-polymer resin dispersed in a liquid vehicle, wherein the emulsifiable dye-polymer resin includes a dye chemically attached to the polymer resin. The polymer resin contains a base chain, such as polyester, having attached thereto hydrophilic groups, such as alkali sulfonated groups, for emulsifying the resin in water. The dye may be attached within the base chain itself, or attached to the base chain as a side chain component.

Abstract: A hot-melt solid ink composition comprises at least one polyamide and at least one terpene resin. The terpene resin is present in an amount of from 0.5% by weight to 15% by weight based on the total weight of the ink composition. This hot-melt solid ink composition can be stable to heat upon recording using ink-jet recording apparatus where ink is heated to melt at a temperature higher than ordinary temperature to make a record, and has a superior transparency and a superior adhesion to printing mediums.

Abstract: Inks for ink jet printers containing an aqueous carrier medium; a pigment; a polymeric dispersant; and an emulsion polymer additive stabilized with a structured polymer are stable, have low viscosity, exhibit excellent print quality, provide excellent smear resistance after drying, have good decap and crusting time, and also demonstrate good charging stability when used in continuous flow printers.

Abstract: To control the orientation of curative groups in an elastomer formulation, in order to maximize the properties obtained in the vulcanized elastomer, cure accelerators are deposited on the surface of a fiber. This method results in a fiber type orientation of crosslink sites in an elastomer matrix, resulting in enhanced modulus properties. An added benefit of the method is the chemical attachment of the fiber to the elastomer formulation, which also results in enhanced modulus properties.

Abstract: Particulate refractory aggregate containing elutable alkali is treated with a particulate active clay having a particle size of less than 0.5 mm in order to reduce the level of the elutable alkali. Sand recovered from spent foundry moulds and cores produced from alkaline binders can be treated to reduce its elutable alkali content and then recycled for further foundry use.

Abstract: A tire sealant mixture contains water, mica flakes, hydrated bentonite clay, and a water-miscible carrying agent such as propylene glycol. This sealant mixture is capable of sealing a puncture caused by a 3mm diameter nail without significant pressure loss when the mixture is deployed inside the tire as a prophylactic measure against flat tires.

Abstract: A thermoplastic composite is prepared by applying a hydroxy-phenoxyether polymer onto the surface of reinforcing fibers or by the in-situ polymerization of mixtures of diepoxides and difunctional species in the presence of reinforcing fibers. The composites can be molded into shaped articles useful for structural materials and parts by conventional thermoforming or other fabrication techniques.

Abstract: A liquid ink jet ink wherein said ink is non-gelling and comprises a carrier, a pigment and a solid block copolymer of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide having a structure (A) and (B) defined herein.

Abstract: An ink for ink jet printers contains an aqueous carrier medium; a colorant that is insoluble in the aqueous carrier; a branched polymer dispersant; and an emulsion polymer additive and is stable, has low viscosity, exhibits excellent print quality, provides excellent smear resistance after drying and has good decap or crusting time.

Abstract: A low permeability fabric and airbag formed therefrom suitable for use in protection of a vehicle occupant in the event of a collision are provided. In particular, the present invention provides an uncoated fabric preferably formed from a substantially symmetrical weave construction of nonsized nylon yarn at a fabric cover factor of not greater than 0.85. The fabric is characterized by an air permeability of not greater than 0.8 cubic feet of air per minute per square foot of fabric at a pressure drop of 125 Pa (0.5 inches of water) across the fabric. a method for formation of the fabric is also provided.

Abstract: Pressure sensitive inks have selected pressure sensitivity designed for use as a pressure sensitive component of a pressure sensitive device. The ink of the device is formed of an elastic polymer binder with a filler therefor of semiconductive nanoparticles preferably uniformly dispersed in the binder.

Abstract: The present invention provides a newspaper printing ink that has rub off resistance; is fast drying on the paper; does not mist or dry on the press; offers excellent printability, high color strength, good water balance, and sharp half tone reproduction; and is relatively inexpensive. The present invention provides an ink concentrate suitable for preparing the printing ink, the ink concentrate comprising a colorant having a particle size of from about 0.01 .mu.m to about 25 .mu.m, a hydrocarbon resin, and a binder resin selected from the group consisting of a polyamide-oil polymer and a polyester-oil polymer. The present invention further provides a printing ink comprising a colorant having a particle size of from about 0.01 .mu.m to about 25 .mu.m, a vegetable oil, a polyamide-oil polymer, and a styrene-acrylic copolymer. The present invention further provides a printing ink comprising a naphthenic oil, a colorant having a particle size of from about 0.01 .mu.m to about 25 .mu.

Abstract: A composite web structure utilizing a thin first layer of material having a plurality of structural fibers arranged to lie essentially in a unidirectional orientation. A thin second layer of material is positioned adjacent the first layer and includes a plurality of structural fibers. First and second layers are impregnated with a matrix material for binding fibers within the first and second layers and for binding the first and second layers together. The web may be formed into a composite structure such as a honeycomb core for fabrication into a panel.

Abstract: A protective fabric of high penetration resistance is formed from a plurality of layered, densely woven base fabrics, each formed by tightly weaving multifilament yarns to obtain a warp yarn "density" or "cover" in excess of 100% at the center of the fill yarn, and a fill yarn density or cover preferably also in excess of 75%. The yarns themselves preferably comprise a high modulus, high breaking strength yarn of materials such as Kevlar, Spectra, or Vectran. The resultant layered fabric offers especially high penetration resistance to weapons such as ice picks and the like. Additional resistance to penetration by sharp knives is provided by interruptedly coating the base fabric with an epoxy in such a manner as to inhibit penetration while providing drapability and breathability.

Abstract: Disclosed is a two-part adhesive comprising: (A) an aqueous emulsion liquid having a polymer component and an emulsifier component, in which at least one of the polymer component and the emulsifier component contains an anion radical; and (B) a solution having an amino-radical-containing acrylic copolymer. The amount of the polymer component in the aqueous emulsion liquid is within a range of from about 20% to about 80% by weight. When the aqueous emulsion liquid (A) contacts the solution (B) on an adherend surface, they form sticky gel adhesive.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of ink compositions comprising the emulsion polymerization of monomer, water, surfactant, and initiator with stirring and heating to provide a latex; mixing therewith a pigment dispersion of pigment particles, water, and cationic surfactant; blending the mixture; thereafter stirring the mixture; and subsequently adding additional anionic surfactant to stabilize the aggregate particles.

Abstract: A method of making an emulsion ink is provided. The method includes mixing an ink precursor and processing the ink precursor in a homogenizer to form an emulsion ink. The ink precursor includes a pigment, water, a film forming polymer, an oil and, preferably, a pH dependent thickener and a base.