Abstract: The present invention teaches an antimony free brominated flame retardant composition, comprising a brominated flame retardant, an organic phosphorus-containing flame retardant which is an organic phosphate that is either an amorphous solid or a liquid, and a flame retardant which is a source of nitrogen and inorganic phosphorus, this source being amorphous compound. The invention further teaches textile coating formulations comprising these compositions, a process for applying them on textile fabrics, and the flame retarded fabrics coated by these compositions and formulations.

Abstract: This invention provides a composition and aqueous dispersion comprising magnesium oxide, as a sole active agent or in combination with ammonium phosphate/ammonium polyphosphate for imparting anti-bacterial and/or anti-viral properties to textile products. The present invention further provides methods for preparing such compositions and aqueous dispersions and methods of using the same for textile finishing.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to fibrous structures finished with active pharmaceutical ingredients, as well as methods of their manufacturer and use.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to fibrous structures finished with active pharmaceutical ingredients, as well as methods of their manufacturer and use.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a system for cultivating surface-growing floating aquatic plants, in particular, duckweeks or lemnoideae species, on a non horizontally positioned sheet-like substrate. The aforementioned system comprises (a) a predetermined volume of growth media flowing through sheet-like substrate provided with a predetermined inoculum of said aquatic plants; (b) at least one sheet-like substrate; (c) an irrigation mechanism configured to a top down irrigation flow in said sheet-like substrate; and (d) a regulation mechanism configured to control said irrigation flow. The present invention further discloses methods for cultivating the aforementioned aquatic plants.

Abstract: The present invention discloses novel flame retardant aqueous formulations comprising micronized particles of brominated epoxy polymers having a predetermined molecular weight and glass transition temperature, their use as flame retardants for textile applications, their preparation and flame-retarded textile fabrics prepared by using them.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to fibrous structures finished with active pharmaceutical ingredients, as well as methods of their manufacturer and use.

Abstract: Fabric for articles of clothing, as well as garments made of such fabric, and method and system for manufacturing such fabric and garments. A fabric or garment includes active-cooling materials or substances or elements, or a formulation or composition that includes one or more active-cooling materials or mixture thereof. A garment comprises a first garment-region that contains active-cooling substance, and a second garment-region that does not contain any active-cooling substances. One suitable active-cooling substance can be a mixture of polymer emulsion, water, glycerin, and Potassium Nitrate. The active-cooling substance can be deposited on the fabric, or printed on the fabric, or sprayed or brushed on the fabric, or soaked into the fabric, or otherwise integrated into the fabric.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a system for cultivating surface-growing floating aquatic plants, in particular, duckweeks or lemnoideae species, on a non horizontally positioned sheet-like substrate. The aforementioned system comprises (a) a predetermined volume of growth media flowing through sheet-like substrate provided with a predetermined inoculum of said aquatic plants; (b) at least one sheet-like substrate; (c) an irrigation mechanism configured to a top down irrigation flow in said sheet-like substrate; and (d) a regulation mechanism configured to control said irrigation flow. The present invention further discloses methods for cultivating the aforementioned aquatic plants.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a biocompatible and biodegradable natural disperse dye for dyeing polyester fabrics which is dispersed in water and derived from green plants. The disperse dye contains as the active dye compound an acid bewchlorophyllin derivative such as acid form Mg-chlorophyllin or acid form Cu-chlorophyllin. The disperse dye of the present invention can be used for the dyeing of polyester fabrics by traditional methods in concentrations ranging from 0.01% to 20% on weight of fibers (OWF), thus providing a dyed fabric with good color strength and good fastness to light, washing and rubbing, under conditions of dye exhaustion of greater than 90%.

Abstract: The present invention teaches an antimony free brominated flame retardant composition, comprising a brominated flame retardant, an organic phosphorus-containing flame retardant which is an organic phosphate that is either an amorphous solid or a liquid, and a flame retardant which is a source of nitrogen and inorganic phosphorus, this source being amorphous compound. The invention further teaches textile coating formulations comprising these compositions, a process for applying them on textile fabrics, and the flame retarded fabrics coated by these compositions and formulations.

Abstract: This invention relates to a formulation material and its method useful in forestry firefighting, the formulation material comprising: (a) an anhydride copolymer having a structural formula wherein a functional group X of said formula is at least one alkyl group selected from the family consisting of methyl, ethyl, and propyl groups! and (b) at least 0.1%, by weight, of at least one cross-linking agent for said anhydride copolymer, said agent selected from the group of cross-linking agents consisting of a biopolymer and a tannin, wherein a weight ratio of said anhydride copolymer to said cross-linking agent is at least 2:1, and wherein a total weight of said anhydride copolymer and said cross-linking agent, within the formulation, is at least 25% on an anhydrous basis.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a biocompatible and biodegradable natural disperse dye for dyeing polyester fabrics which is dispersed in water and derived from green plants. The disperse dye contains as the active dye compound an acid chlorophyllin derivative such as acid form Mg-chlorophyllin or acid form Cu-chlorophyllin. The disperse dye of the present invention can be used for the dyeing of polyester fabrics by traditional methods in concentrations ranging from 0.01% to 20% on weight of fibers (OWF), thus providing a dyed fabric with good color strength and good fastness to light, washing and rubbing, under conditions of dye exhaustion of greater than 90%.

Abstract: A portable runway includes a sheet of thermoplastic composite materials that is rolled out to form the runway track and then heat cured in place to form a rigid. Suitable composite materials are glass, carbon or aramid fibers are co-mingled with thermoplastic fibers such as polyamides, polyolefins, polyesters, polyacrylates and polyimides so that the pliable co-mingled materials is in either fiber bundle (“tow”), yarn, braid, fabric or non-woven forms are layed down on the pregraded earth by unrolling, unstacking, unfolding, dispesing or spraying. Once in place the composite materials are consolidated and hardened by application of heat. The width of the surface of said portable runway may range from 1 meter to 25 meters. Anchoring pegs may be inserted along the edges of said portable runway prior to curing with the thickness of the surface ranging from 1 cm to 50 cm and the areal weight of the surface ranging from 50 grams per square meter (GSM) to 2,000 GSM.

Abstract: An intelligent method of fighting a forest or brush fire in a remote area including the steps of targeting the remote area by means of an aerial surveillance device and generating a map of the forest or brush fire. The method also includes the step of delivering a plurality of containers to the remote area. Each container contains a fire retardant material and an explosive device. Each of container has a GPS locating device. a position transmitting device and a remote detonating device electronically coupled to the explosive device. The method further includes the steps of locating the position of each container, selecting according to a plan which of the containers are to be selected to be detonated and remotely detonating the selected containers. The forest or brush fire can be either extinguished or contained in an intelligent manner. An individual generates the plan according to which of said containers are to be selected to be detonated in order to maximize effectiveness of said intelligent method.

Abstract: The present invention discloses novel flame retardant aqueous formulations comprising micronized particles of brominated epoxy polymers having a predetermined molecular weight and glass transition temperature, their use as flame retardants for textile applications, their preparation and flame-retarded textile fabrics prepared by using them.

Abstract: A firefighting gel and uses thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is a protective garment for individuals which includes a hoodie with a hood and a pair of sleeves, a head protective element and elbow, shoulder, wrist, back and torso protective pads. The head protective element is coupled to the hood of the hoodie by a fastening system. Each of the elbow protective pads is coupled to the hoodie by a fastening system. Protective elements are spacer fabrics filled with a shear thickening (also known as dilatant) gel having flexibility and drape-ability so as not to degrade the natural “cool” look of a standard garment.

Abstract: This invention relates to a formulation material and its method useful in forestry firefighting, the formulation material comprising: (a) an anhydride copolymer having a structural formula wherein a functional group X of said formula is at least one alkyl group selected from the family consisting of methyl, ethyl, and propyl groups! and (b) at least 0.1%, by weight, of at least one cross-linking agent for said anhydride copolymer, said agent selected from the group of cross-linking agents consisting of a biopolymer and a tannin, wherein a weight ratio of said anhydride copolymer to said cross-linking agent is at least 2:1, and wherein a total weight of said anhydride copolymer and said cross-linking agent, within the formulation, is at least 25% on an anhydrous basis.

Abstract: In an airfield with a short bi-directional runway and a long bi-directional runway intersecting with each other perpendicularly a system for storing and launching a plurality of airplanes includes a plurality of platforms, a plurality of rectangular cages and a frame. Onto each platform one airplane may be placed. Each cage has an opening into which one platform and one airplane are inserted through the opening. The frame has a plurality of slots and is disposed in ground beneath the airfield. One rectangular cage may be inserted into one of the slots. An elevator is disposed adjacent to the frame and has a bottom platform and an opening which may be aligned with the opening of one of the slots.