Abstract: Disclosed is a cable comprising a core and a PCM layer surrounding the core wherein the PCM layer consists of a PCM composition wherein the PCM composition comprises a PCM and an ethylene copolymer; and the core consists of a yarn, strand, or wire each made of a natural or synthetic polymeric material or a metal. The invention is useful for thermal management in a variety of applications in such as, for example, automotive, building, packaging, garments, and footwear.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cable comprising a core and a PCM layer surrounding the core wherein the PCM layer consists of a PCM composition wherein the PCM composition comprises a PCM and an ethylene copolymer; and the core consists of a yarn, strand, or wire each made of a natural or synthetic polymeric material or a metal. The invention is useful for thermal management in a variety of applications in such as, for example, automotive, building, packaging, garments, and footwear.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of polyolefin blends compatibilization and in particular to reactive compatibilization of polyethylene/polypropylene blends. The present invention discloses thermoplastic compositions, and their use, comprising: a) a blend of polypropylene and polyethylene, b) an ethylene epoxide copolymer and c) an ethylene/propylene copolymer grafted or copolymerized with a carboxylic acid or a derivative thereof.

Abstract: A phase change material (PCM) composition comprises a blend of at least one fatty acid ester and at least one ethylene copolymer, wherein the ethylene copolymer comprises at least 28% of an at least one polar comonomer by weight, based on the weight of the ethylene copolymer. A film or sheet comprises or is produced from the PCM composition and the film or sheet can be a single layer or multilayer structure.

Abstract: A phase change material (PCM) composition comprises a blend of at least one fatty acid ester and at least one ethylene copolymer, wherein the ethylene copolymer comprises at least 28% of an at least one polar comonomer by weight, based on the weight of the ethylene copolymer. A film or sheet comprises or is produced from the PCM composition and the film or sheet can be a single layer or multilayer structure.

Abstract: A container has contained therein a phase change material (PCM). An article or product comprises an insulation unit and the container, which may be in close proximity to the insulation unit. The container can be produced from a film or sheet containing a barrier layer and, optimally, a sealant layer, to prevent the PCM from leaking out of the container.

Abstract: The present invention provides multi-film structures which are designed for applications where thermal insulation is needed. Disclosed multi-film structures comprise a) at least one flexible baffle film including at least one thermoplastic layer comprising one or more ethylene acid copolymers and/or ionomers thereof, the flexible baffle film further comprising a metal or metal oxide layer deposited onto the at least one thermoplastic layer, and b) at least one external layer, wherein the at least one baffle film and the at least one external layer are bonded together at predetermined and selective locations so to form cells within the multi-film structure.

Abstract: A device (1) configured for wireless control of a remote appliance is disclosed. The device (1) includes one or more input members (2). The device (1) is configured for releasable mounting to a hand-held surgical instrument (3) and the remote appliance is distinct from the hand-held surgical instrument (3). A method for controlling the remote appliance is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a retortable sealant composition comprising i) at least a copolymer of propylene and ?-olefins, and ii) at least a copolymer of ethylene and alkyl acrylate, wherein the alkyl acrylate is present in an amount ranging from about 1 to less than 9 weight percent, relative to the weight of the sealant composition. It also relates to a retortable multilayer film or a retortable packaging comprising a sealant layer comprising such a composition.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition comprising, or produced from, about 90 to about 99.9 weight % of at least one polyester-polyether block copolymer and from about 0.1 to about 10 weight % of a nucleating agent wherein the polyester-polyether block copolymer comprises repeat units derived from about 30 to about 70 weight % of 1,4-butylene terephthalate and from about 10 to about 70 weight % of poly(tetramethylene ether) terephthalate. Also disclosed is a multilayer structure comprising or produced from the composition. Further disclosed is an article such as pouch, tubing, blow molded bottle, or thermoformed tray comprising or produced from the multilayer structure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a retortable sealant composition comprising i) at least a copolymer of propylene and ?-olefins, and ii) at least a copolymer of ethylene and alkyl acrylate, wherein the alkyl acrylate is present in an amount ranging from about 1 to less than 9 weight percent, relative to the weight of the sealant composition. It also relates to a retortable multilayer film or a retortable packaging comprising a sealant layer comprising such a composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sealant composition comprising i) at least a copolymer of propylene and ?-olefins, and ii) at least a copolymer of ethylene and alkyl acrylate, wherein the alkyl acrylate is present in an amount ranging from about 1 to less than 9 weight percent, relative to the weight of the sealant composition. It also relates to a multilayer film or a packaging comprising a sealant layer comprising such a composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sealant composition comprising i) at least a copolymer of propylene and &agr;-olefins, and ii) at least a copolymer of ethylene and alkyl acrylate, wherein the alkyl acrylate is present in an amount ranging from about 1 to less than 9 weight percent, relative to the weight of the sealant composition. It also relates to a multilayer film or a packaging comprising a sealant layer comprising such a composition.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a device for translating spatial movements of a finger of the user of said device, into spatial movements of an object in wired or wireless connection with said device, said device comprising a command part which is connected by electrical connections to a transmission part, wherein said command part is in physical contact only with the first phalanx of said finger and comprises means which allow it to be held against an essentially rigid surface, during operation of said device.

Abstract: The invention concerns a device for positioning a surgical instrument, characterized in that it comprises a fixed support combined with at least: a first mobile element articulated on the fixed support about a first axis substantially parallel to the plane wherein the patient is placed and capable of carrying out a first movement; a second mobile element articulated at the end of the first element about a second axis substantially parallel to the plane wherein the patient is placed and capable of carrying out a second movement; a deformable element fixed on one side to the end of the second mobile element and capable of carrying out a third rotating movement about a third axis; a prehensile member fixed on the side opposite to that of the second element to the deformable element; a device for locking a surgical instrument on the prehensile member; and actuating means for producing the rotating movements about the different axes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a uterine manipulator comprising at least (i) a handle (1) which has a longitudinal axis (10), (ii) an arm (2) which also has a longitudinal axis (20) with a distal end (21) connecting it to the handle (1) and a proximal end (22), and (iii) a head (3) which has a longitudinal axis (30) and which is attached to the proximal end (22) of the arm (2), the shape and length of said arm (2) being sufficient to allow the head (3) of said arm to be introduced into the vaginal cavity, characterized in that said head (3) is provided with a sectioning device (4) arranged on a support (5), allowing the vaginal wall to be sectioned, this sectioning device (4) being arranged at a certain distance from the longitudinal axis (30) of the head (3) and being able to perform a rotating movement, preferably of 360 degrees, about said longitudinal axis (30).

Abstract: The container (1) is intended for the separate storage of active compositions, especially of liquids or solutions, and for their subsequent mixing just before use.It comprises at least three compartments (3, 4, 5) separated from one another by leakproof seams (6) of the material of the envelope (2), sealable inlet passages (7, 8), sealed transfer passages (10, 11) and a sealable outlet passage (9). The envelope is made of a polymerized and homogeneous flexible material which is chemically inert to each of said compositions and to their mixtures.

Abstract: The water filtering device of the invention comprises a cartridge for filtering suspended materials, an active carbon charge, a charge of anion and cation exchanging resins and a bacteria filtering cartridge.

Abstract: A process for producing pigs as finished products using molds equipped with at least one spout with a stairway-shaped profile having at least two steps. The molds are filled from a ladle containing molten metal via a movable runner equipped with a handling means. The steps of the spout or spouts during the filling of a mold, and the sudden movement of the runner are observed in order to direct the casting jet outside the mold, while acting on the handling means, as soon as the molten metal spreads over a specified step of the spout.