Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of a M (II) primary precursor of formula (I): M(OCR1R2R3) L ??(I) wherein: M is Sn or Ge or Pb; L is a ligand displaying ALD reactivity for a secondary precursor; R1, R2, and R3 are each independently selected from: H or a linear or branched alkyl groups, and wherein at least one of R1, R2 and R3 is a linear or branched alkyl group, or an adduct of a metal (M) (II) precursor of formula (I), in the atomic layer deposition (ALD) of a M (II), M (0), or a M (IV) containing film layer on a substrate.

Abstract: A fluid-dispensing valve for dispensing pressurized fluid from a chamber employs a spring plate adjacent to the aperture. The spring plate includes a peripheral rim extending about the aperture, a sealing member abutting the aperture, and a plurality of springs extending from the peripheral rim to the sealing member. These springs bias the sealing member to close the aperture when the fluid pressure is less than a predetermined limit and allow the sealing member to open the aperture when the fluid pressure exceeds the limit.

Abstract: A holster is tailored to receive articles of cylindrical configuration, such as flashlights, pepper spray cans, collapsible batons, etc., provided the articles have similar diameters for a given holster. The holster provides for adjustable tension to be placed on the article in the holster and forms a generally cylindrical cavity drawn to a smaller diameter collar spaced upward from its lower end upon which the tail or the bezel of a flashlight may rest to provide additional protection to the bezel. The holster may form a generally cylindrical cavity extending the full length of the holster. The holster is configured to hold the flashlight at a forward or backward angle for smooth, ergonomic draw of the light by the user. A one-way snap strap is provided for attachment over waist belts of a variety of widths.

Abstract: A holster having a reinforced front portion to prevent the holster from collapsing under pressure from the wearer's belt when the gun is drawn. The holster is preferably made from rigid leather, molded to conform to the specific gun intended to be carried. A rigid leather reinforcement, which may also include a metal or plastic plate, along only the front portion of the holster is sufficient to keep the holster open when the gun is drawn, without increasing the thickness of the holster, thereby maintaining concealability. This reinforcement is particularly desirable for inside waistband holsters. Such an inside waistband holster may have a single central or rearward belt loop, or a pair of belt loops, with one mounted in front and the other at the rear. The belt loops may be reversible for weak side wear. Additionally, the reinforcement may be used with strong side or crossdraw belt holsters.

Abstract: Lubricant compositions adapted for use under extreme pressure conditions comprising a major proportion of a lubricating grease, and a minor proportion of an additive consisting essentially of a solid, oil insoluble arylene sulfide polymer, and a metal salt, particularly an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal salt, particularly an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal salt of a phosphorus acid, for example, mono- or dicalcium phosphate, or an alkali metal or alkaline earth metal carbonate exemplified by calcium carbonate, or a mixture of such a phosphate salt and carbonate.

Abstract: The two bars that form the tubing gripper have tapered sides which mate with corresponding tapered faces on the two legs of the yoke. The direction of the tapering is such that as the flaring cone is forced against the end of a tube in the gripper, the tapered sides of the yoke legs cam the two bars of the gripper together to securely hold the tube in the gripper. A threaded bolt having a wing nut thereon is employed to initially press the bars of the gripper together with a sufficient force to hold the tube in the gripper while the yoke is put in place and the flaring cone initially pressed against the end of the tube.