Abstract: The present application relates to a braking system for a train that is configured to operate in combination with pneumatic systems. The braking system includes an electronic control board and an electronic control valve coupled to the brake pipe on a railcar. The braking system is located on one of a number of railcars dispersed throughout the train. The electronic control board monitors a brake signal from the locomotive and selectively transmits signal data to the electronic control valve to release air pressure within the brake pipe. The braking system provides one or more air release locations within the brake pipe so as to reduce braking stresses.

Abstract: A modified kraft pulp fiber with unique properties is provided. The modified fiber can be a modified bleached kraft fiber that is almost indistinguishable from its conventional counterpart, except that it has a low degree of polymerization (DP). Methods for making the modified fiber and products made from it are also provided. The method can be a one step acidic, iron catalyzed peroxide treatment process that can be incorporated into a single stage of a multi-stage bleaching process. The products can be chemical cellulose feedstocks, microcrystalline cellulose feedstocks, fluff pulps and products made from them.

Abstract: A modified kraft pulp fiber with unique properties is provided. The modified fiber can be a modified bleached kraft fiber that is almost indistinguishable from its conventional counterpart, except that it has a low degree of polymerization (DP). Methods for making the modified fiber and products made from it are also provided. The method can be a one step acidic, iron catalyzed peroxide treatment process that can be incorporated into a single stage of a multi-stage bleaching process. The products can be chemical cellulose feedstocks, microcrystalline cellulose feedstocks, fluff pulps and products made from them.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes absorbent cores and absorbent products that include highly compressed oxidized fibers that result in improved fluid handling, e.g. blood wicking properties, improved dimensional stability, improved rewet and better acquisition than comparable standard kraft pulp fiber devices.

Abstract: The present application relates to a braking system for a train that is configured to operate in combination with pneumatic systems. The braking system includes an electronic control board and an electronic control valve coupled to the brake pipe on a railcar. The braking system is located on one of a number of railcars dispersed throughout the train. The electronic control board monitors a brake signal from the locomotive and selectively transmits signal data to the electronic control valve to release air pressure within the brake pipe. The braking system provides one or more air release locations within the brake pipe so as to reduce braking stresses.

Abstract: Garments may include signaling devices. The signaling device may be configured to indicate to a user that a body fluid is present in the garment. The garment may include a chassis including an outer cover having an interior surface and an exterior surface. The chassis may include a crotch region positioned in between a front region and a back region. The garment may also include a signaling device including at least one first terminal and at least one second terminal.

Abstract: A novel packaging article and method are disclosed for an array of flexible, absorbent articles compressed or uncompressed, having an article front face, and article back face, an article top face, an article bottom face, and a pair of article side faces. An upper article section and a lower article section have mutually different calipers. The flexible, absorbent articles are placed in a configuration array such that article front faces contact article front faces or such that article back faces contact back faces of adjacent absorbent articles. The package provides an array having preferred size and requires less compressibility force. A flexible outer casing does not require compressing wrapping to maintain the array as previously required in conventional packaging arrays having flexible outer casing. The packaging article and method are particularly suited for providing preferred advantages to the packaging and commercial distribution of disposable diapers.

Abstract: A package is disclosed having a first sleeve and a second sleeve. Each sleeve has at least one side wall and is closed at one end by an end wall. The second sleeve is sized so as to be capable of moving in a telescopic fashion on the first sleeve. An array of compressible articles is enclosed between the first and second sleeves which form an enclosed package. Each article has at least one planar surface aligned substantially parallel to at least one of the end walls and is held in compression in a direction that is substantially perpendicular to the planar surface. The package also has an attachment and release member securing the first and second sleeves together after the articles have been compressed.

Abstract: A protective glove configured to cover the hand of the user is provided. The glove includes a first portion that is configured for tightly fitting on at least a portion of the hand of the user. A second portion is contiguous with the first portion and is also configured for tightly fitting on at least a portion of the hand of the user. The second portion has a higher tactility than the first portion so that the user of the glove may more easily feel through the second portion than through the first portion.

Abstract: A package is disclosed having an enclosed compartment with a pair of oppositely aligned walls and a perimeter. An array of compressible articles is retained in the enclosed compartment in an initial orientation. The package also includes an opening mechanism capable of being activated to provide an opening into the enclosed compartment. The opening is of sufficient size to allow the articles to be individually removed. The package further includes an expansion member secured to the enclosed compartment and capable of expanding outward through the opening. The expansion member permits removal of the articles from the opened package while retaining the remaining articles in their initial orientation.

Abstract: A package is disclosed having an enclosed compartment with a pair of oppositely aligned walls and a perimeter. An array of compressible articles is retained in the enclosed compartment. The package also includes an expansion mechanism for allowing the enclosed compartment to be enlarged. The expansion mechanism includes a pliable member positioned about the perimeter. A release strip is positioned across the expansion mechanism. The release strip is capable of being at least partially removed to allow the enclosed compartment to be enlarged as the pliable member expands or stretches. The package can also contain an opening mechanism for allowing the package to be opened so that the articles can be removed from the enlarged compartment.