Abstract: A single facer apparatus for the production of single face corrugated web includes a pressure roll having a flexible outer surface which is internally biased outwardly to provide the pressure nip for joining the liner and glued corrugated media. A pressure shoe inside the flexible roll is sized and shaped to maintain operative pressure nip contact with at least two corrugating roll flutes. This substantially reduces vibration and noise. The pressure roll is constructed with a substantially enlarged diameter with respect to the corrugating rolls, the single face web joined with a preliminary bond at the pressure nip is wrapped around a substantial portion of the pressure roll circumference downstream of the nip, and the roll is internally heated to cause gelatinization of the glue and to fix the adhesive bond.

Abstract: A corrugating machine for producing single-faced or double-faced corrugated board which utilizes a thermal sensing system to determine the length of the web in the bridge instead of an ink-based sensing system. The corrugating machine includes means for supplying a first paper web, means for corrugating a second paper web to produce a corrugated paper web, and means for adhering the first paper web to the corrugated paper web to form a single-faced corrugated web. The corrugating machine has a splicer for splicing one of the paper webs at a splice point, means for applying a liquid spot, such as water, to one of the paper webs, and means for thermally detecting the liquid spot after the liquid spot is applied, such as a temperature detector. The corrugating machine determines the length of the single-faced corrugated web based upon when the liquid spot is applied by the applying means and when the liquid spot is thermally detected by the detecting means.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved method and apparatus for producing paper board structures wherein two corrugated mediums are bonded together at their flute tips. End gears (16a, 16b, 15a, 15b) are provided, at least, on the ends of the corrugating rolls (4,6), which are non-meshing with each other and which assist in aligning the corrugated mediums in tip to tip arrangement and provide precise tip to tip bonding of the mediums. The end gears may be abutting or non abutting and may be provided on both ends of the corrugating rolls, which assist in aligning the mediums to obtain precise tip to tip bonding.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for forming honeycomb structure from a plurality of substrate layers. The layers are bonded together by spaced, parallel, solid node strips of thermoplastic material pressed and heated above the softening temperature to bond to the substrate surfaces and form a block. After cooling, the block is expanded into a honeycomb structure.Alternatively, the solid node strips can be placed on the spaced raised crests of corrugated layers of substrate, and successive layers bonded together by pressure and sufficient heat between the crests of one layer and the corresponding depression of the successive layer, to elevate the node strips above the softening temperature.Several alternative methods and apparatuses for achieving the result are disclosed.

Abstract: An axially elongated tube is slideably and pivotally supported within a tlar housing from which the tube extends rearwardly for connection to a source of vacuum. The vacuum is selectively applied through the tube from a flattened forward end thereof to a workpiece after the tube is slideably displaced rearwardly from a retracted to an extended position within the housing. A hand grip on the housing enables it to be manually held in operative relation to the workpiece. A support assembly pivotally mounted on the housing adjustably positions a heating jaw electrically connected by a switch on the housing to a power supply for performance of heat sealing operations on the workpiece.

Abstract: An incontinence electrode for controlling urinary incontinence in women is made of alternating bands of conductive and non-conductive polymers molded to form a tubular body. Electrical receptacles, formed in the molding process at the interior circumferential surface of the conductive polymer bands, accept metal contacts attached to electrical leads to make a secure and durable, mechanical and electrical connection between the conductive polymer bands and the leads. The leads are coupled to a controller and carry electrical current to and from the metal contacts which then distribute the current to the conductive polymer bands to cause a contraction of the vaginal muscles responsible for controlling urinary incontinence in women.

Abstract: A heating unit for a corrugated board manufacturing plant comprises heating elements which consist of a comparatively thin heating plate and a supporting structure disposed at a distance from, and below, the latter. The heating plate is supported on the supporting structure by thermally insulating props. Furthermore, a heat insulation layer is disposed between the respective heating plate and the supporting structure.

Abstract: A fiberglass or other material skin is applied to a composite airfoil structure in a mold assembly having a partially compliant caul plate component which defines the shape of the lower surface of the airfoil. The caul plate component includes a first portion which is essentially rigid and which covers the leading edge of the airfoil. The rigid portion of the caul plate component provides improved conformation of the airfoil skin to the leading edge of the airfoil. The caul plate component also includes a compliant portion which covers and defines the shape of the trailing edge of the lower surface of the airfoil. The stiffness of the caul plate component also has a variable stiffness zone which interconnects the rigid and compliant portions thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for manufacturing a composite pad from stock made of a relatively thin, sheet-like first layer, a relatively thin, sheet-like second layer and a relatively thick layer of an elastic, cushioning material sandwiched between the two. The outer layers are made of material, such as heat sealable material, that forms a seal under predetermined conditions. The pad is manufactured by first forming a sealed perimeter from the stock using a sealing tool and then using the same tool to separate the pad from the adjacent stock while simultaneously orienting the seal away from the side of the pad which will contact the wearer of a brace into which the pad is fitted.

Abstract: A method of integrally bonding a foam seat pad or other article to a cover material, includes steps of coating a main surface of the pad with a heat activated adhesive. Then, the pad is affixed to an upper mounting member. A lower mounting member is positioned opposite the upper mounting member and the cover material is disposed on the lower mounting member. Heating is applied to the adhesive coating the main surface of the pad, and when sufficient heat is applied the upper and lower mounting members are pressed together for a predetermined time period. Clamps are provided on the mounting members for surely positioning the pad relative the cover material. Thus, accurate positioning and strong bonding are reliably assured.

Abstract: A process for forming decorative panels for automobile interiors uses a compression press, a grooved stationary platen die and a movable platen die with a metal blade edging mounted thereon. The blade edging has a peripheral shape matching the outer wall of the groove in the stationary platen die section, and the contour of the movable platen die matches the contour of the stationary die and a formed decorative panel having a downturned edge of the same peripheral shape as the groove and blade. This downturned edge becomes embedded in a sheet of mounting panel stock upon closing of the compression press.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved method for laminating a first three-dimensional apertured or non-apertured film material to a second flat or three-dimensional apertured or non-apertured film material utilizing the heat generated by the extrusion of the first and/or second materials and the films produced thereby.

Abstract: The process produces a sandwich composite panel including at least one cellular core having on its faces skins of fiber/resin composite material which are fastened to the cellular core. At least one strip of composite material is formed, the profile of which corresponds to that of the peripheral flank of the panel preform. The strip is applied against the flank of the panel preform. The preform, provided with at least one such strip on its border, is subjected to a temperature, rise, without positive pressure being applied, until the resin of the strip has cured and then, after the curing of the strip and before the curing of the resin of the skins, is subjected to the continuation of the temperature rise, with positive pressure being applied.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved method for laminating a first three-dimensional apertured or non-apertured film material to a second flat or three-dimensional apertured or non-apertured film material utilizing the heat generated by the extrusion of the first and/or second materials and the films produced thereby.

Abstract: A variable load ballast system for the double facer of a corrugator includes a number of rows of holddown belt engaging ballast members positioned in side-by-side relation transversely across the belt, with the rows extending over the full heating section of the double facer. Each of the rows is divided into a number of longitudinal segments, each of which segments is controlled by a vertical actuator to move the segment between a lower full load ballast position on the belt and an upper no load position off the belt. The rows may comprise a series of ballast rollers or a continuous flexible membrane and either embodiment provides the ability to vary the ballast load on the holddown belt longitudinally, laterally and in any pattern of symmetry or asymmetry to accommodate a wide range of operating conditions and problems typically arising in the operation of a double facer. Ballast system control based on monitored web moisture content and web temperature is disclosed.

Abstract: A machine for the manufacture of a single-face corrugated board web comprises a pressing device for pressing a liner web against a paper web provided with a corrugation. This pressing device has a pressing belt, of which the tension over its width is individually adjustable in that it is guided along a plurality of tensioning devices which are independent of each other and arranged one beside the other.

Abstract: A machine for the manufacture of a single-face lined web of corrugated board comprises a pressing device for pressing a liner web against a paper web provided with a corrugation. This pressing device has at least one substantially stationary, open-end pressing belt, which does not move together with the web of corrugated board.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for manufacturing blind material having an expandable dual cell honeycomb structure formed of a continuous length of foldable material. The material is fed onto the stack supporting means and transferred into the stack receiving means, and adhered successively by means of an appropriate pressure in the stack receiving means.

Abstract: The labyrinth path in the corrugating nip of a single facer is substantially reduced by utilizing a small diameter intermediate corrugating roll captured between a pair of larger diameter conventional corrugating rolls. The two large diameter rolls capture the smaller roll and prevent bending thereof under corrugating loads. The corrugator may be operated at high speeds without the adverse increase in labyrinth path and web tension characteristic of large diameter corrugating rolls.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing a composite material comprising a matrix resin of a thermal plastic resin and a liquid crystal resin which has a liquid crystal transition temperature higher than the minimum temperature of capable of molding said thermal plastic resin and which is formed into a fiber structure as a reinforcing material.The method is characterized in that the composite composition is subjected to a melt extrusion process at an apparent shear rate of 3.times.10.sup.2 to 10.sup.5 sec.sup.-1 and above the liquid crystal transition temperature. The resulting material in a filament or thin film has fibers of the liquid crystal resin having an aspect of more than 3 in the matrix resin, so that it is provided with an improved tensile strength by further being subjected to a drawing process at a drawing ratio of 11 to 120.