Abstract: Provided is a ceramic composite including boron nitride (BN) and titanium diboride (TiB2) for use in 2-D and 3-D heating element applications. The ceramic composite can be used in heater applications without a protective coating. The ceramic composite may be corrosion resistant against oxygen and moisture up to, for example, a temperature of 900° C., and may offer increased corrosion resistance against molten or vapor metal, including aluminum. The ceramic composite may be sufficiently rigid and may not require additional dielectric structural support. The ceramic composite may be sufficiently fracture resistant to enable machining of intricate and complex patterns and designs with a high aspect ratio of the coil length to width or thickness. The ceramic composite may be used with any heater shape, orientation, and size.

Abstract: The present technology provides a non-cylindrical structure for transporting media, including gases, liquids, solids, or energy comprising a layer of thermal pyrolytic graphite (TPG) surrounded by an outer layer and an inner layer comprising a metal, a ceramic, a glass, or a plastic. In particular, the present technology relates to a non-cylindrical tube or a pipe having an inner layer, an outer layer, and a layer of TPG between the inner layer and the outer layer wherein the TPG layer is configured to manage the direction of heat conduction.

Abstract: An apparatus is shown and described herein that is suitable for supporting a substrate in a process chamber or other application and providing a desired thermal leveling profile. The apparatus is configured to provide a thermal leveler that is detachable from the apparatus.

Abstract: The present technology provides a non-cylindrical structure for transporting media, including gases, liquids, solids, or energy comprising a layer of thermal pyrolytic graphite (TPG) surrounded by an outer layer and an inner layer comprising a metal, a ceramic, a glass, or a plastic. In particular, the present technology relates to a non-cylindrical tube or a pipe having an inner layer, an outer layer, and a layer of TPG between the inner layer and the outer layer wherein the TPG layer is configured to manage the direction of heat conduction.

Abstract: Thermally conductive compositions containing spherical boron nitride filler particles having an average aspect ration of less than 2.0 in a polymer matrix.

Abstract: A topical composition with a sustained softness feel to the skin, comprising an effective amount of boron nitride suspended in a dermatologically acceptable carrier vehicle, wherein the composition suitably adheres to the skin, leaving a coating layer comprising boron nitride particles. The present invention also relates to a method of massaging by applying the composition of the present invention on the body part to be massaged, and massaging the part coated with the composition of the invention.

Abstract: A boron nitride composition having its surface treated with a coating layer comprising a zirconate coupling agent. The boron nitride composition can be used as fillers in polymeric compounds at levels of up to 90 wt. %, giving thermal conductivity of up to 35 W/mK.

Abstract: A fastener for a reclosable container is constructed of a biodegradable material. The fastener includes two tracks that interlock to close the container. The fastener may include flanges to prevent damage to other portions of the container. The material may contain a small percentage of starch to permit the fastener to biodegrade within a few years after the container has been discarded. The remainder of the container may also be constructed of a biodegradable material.

Abstract: Communication between machines in an event-based manufacturing system. In an event-based manufacturing system, material-specific data obtained for a material produced during a first manufacturing operation is used to govern a second manufacturing operation to decrease the likelihood of at least a delay event, a waste event, or poor quality of the product.

Abstract: Providing quality management and intelligent manufacturing with labels and smart tags in event-based product manufacturing. Some of the disclosed embodiments include a system, method, and computer-readable media for storing, during a process, data associated with a material. Also disclosed are a method of collecting, storing, and reporting machine productivity, waste, and delay information on an event basis in a manufacturing system, a method of capturing and storing material history, a method of automating tracking of positions of components used in a process and correlating portions of a component with production problems, an improved inventory management system, and a method of tracking and recording actions of specific operators of a process performed by a machine.