Abstract: Polymers of the present disclosure include aromatic fluoropolymers or incorporation of fluorine groups into polymers, which can increase the chemical resistance and thermal stability of polymers. The combination of these properties provides for potential uses in membrane applications. Porous membranes obtained from disclosed polymers have improved resistance and chemical stability.

Abstract: Provided are porous polymeric filter membranes comprising a polymer having admixed therein at least one carbonaceous material. The membranes are capable of removing trace amounts of various impurities from a liquid composition, including metal ions, acids, bases, and organic contaminants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device that provides privacy to a display. The invention works in conjunction with devices that are capable of being used in public. The display is typically part of an electronic apparatus, such as a laptop computer, portable DVD player, gaming machine and the like. The invention device includes at least a top panel and two side panels. The invention device also includes a gap bridging mechanism, which can be embodied in a variety of structures. The gap bridging mechanism bridges any gap formed between one or both side panels and the top panel resulting from the lateral or horizontal adjustment of these panels.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device that provides privacy to a display. The invention works in conjunction with devices that are capable of being used in public. The display is typically part of an electronic apparatus, such as a laptop computer, portable DVD player, gaming machine and the like. The invention device comprises at least a top panel and two side panels. The invention device also comprises a gap bridging means, which can be embodied in a variety of structures. The gap bridging means bridges any gap formed between one or both side panels and the top panel resulting from the lateral or horizontal adjustment of these panels.