Abstract: A method of manufacturing a three-dimensional lens comprises inputting a lens template into a controller, depositing a first layer of lens material onto a work surface according to the lens Template, and successively depositing additional filamentous layers of the lens material onto the first layer. The deposition of layers of lens material is done according to the lens template in order to build the three-dimensional lens with a particular transmission scattering profile for transmitted light.

Abstract: A composition including 85.00-99.00 wt. % of a single Nylon polymer; 0.25-5.00 wt. % of conductive nanomaterials; 0.25-5.00 wt. % of a dielectric filler comprising an inorganic, non-conductive, non-platelet nanomaterial selected from alumina nanoparticles, alumina nanotubes, aluminum oxide nanoparticles, silica nanoparticles, boron nitride nanoparticles, boron nanotubes, fumed silica, fumed alumina, and mixtures of one or more of these; and 0.25-5.00 wt. % of a dispersing agent.

Abstract: Described herein are thermally conductive thermoplastic polymers comprising a polymer matrix, at least one thermally conductive filler, at least one tensile strength filler, and at least one impact strength filler.

Abstract: A high-voltage electrical insulator formed from a modified thermoplastic insulation composition that include a thermoplastic polymer. The modified thermoplastic insulation composition undergoes radiation exposure to develop a cross-linked thermoset skin layer. The predominately thermoplastic insulation material allows for the insulator to be recyclable while the radiation-hardened skin layer improves the weatherability, durability and electrical resistivity of the exterior surface to provide a more durable and longer lasting electrical insulator.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a three-dimensional lens comprises inputting a lens template into a controller, depositing a first layer of lens material onto a work surface according to the lens Template, and successively depositing additional filamentous layers of the lens material onto the first layer. The deposition of layers of lens material is done according to the lens template in order to build the three-dimensional lens with a particular transmission scattering profile for transmitted light.

Abstract: A composition including 85.00-99.00 wt. % of a single Nylon polymer; 0.25-5.00 wt. % of conductive nanomaterials; 0.25-5.00 wt. % of a dielectric filler comprising an inorganic, non-conductive, non-platelet nanomaterial selected from alumina nanoparticles, alumina nanotubes, aluminum oxide nanoparticles, silica nanoparticles, boron nitride nanoparticles, boron nanotubes, fumed silica, fumed alumina, and mixtures of one or more of these; and 0.25-5.00 wt. % of a dispersing agent.

Abstract: Described herein are thermally conductive thermoplastic polymers comprising a polymer matrix, at least one thermally conductive filler, at least one tensile strength filler, and at least one impact strength filler.

Abstract: A multifunctional composite material may include a polymer matrix, at least one nano-additive, micro-additive, and/or a spherical nano-additive. The non-metallic composite material may be used to make non-metallic parts for fuel conveyance systems for use in aircraft.

Abstract: A layer for directing a hydraulic fluid includes a first fluoropolymer, a first crosslinker, and an anti-static additive. The first fluoropolymer is present in an amount greater than 60 parts by weight, the first crosslinker is present in an amount of from about 1 to about 10 parts by weight, and the anti-static additive is present in an amount of from about 0.4 to about 4 parts by weight, each based on 100 parts by weight of the layer. The layer may be included in a layered tube. In addition to the layer, the layered tube also includes an outer layer. The outer layer includes a second fluoropolymer, which is the same as or different than the first fluoropolymer. The second fluoropolymer is present in an amount greater than 60 parts by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the outer layer.

Abstract: A high pressure hose that is resistant to microvoid formation includes an inner tube comprising a blend of crosslinked fluoroplastic material and fluoroelastomeric material, a first reinforcement layer constructed of para-aramid synthetic fibers, and an adhesive layer, and an outer cover.

Abstract: A method includes premixing an anti-static additive and a first crosslinker to form an anti-static intermediate mixture where the anti-static additive is dispersed in the first crosslinker. The method also includes compounding the anti-static intermediate mixture and at least a portion of the first fluoropolymer to form a first compounded mixture. The method further includes extruding the first compounded mixture to form a layer.

Abstract: A multifunctional composite material may include a polymer matrix, at least one nano-additive, micro-additive, and/or a spherical nano-additive. The non-metallic composite material may be used to make non-metallic parts for fuel conveyance systems for use in aircraft.

Abstract: A method includes premixing an anti-static additive and a first crosslinker to form an anti-static intermediate mixture where the anti-static additive is dispersed in the first crosslinker. The method also includes compounding the anti-static intermediate mixture and at least a portion of the first fluoropolymer to form a first compounded mixture. The method further includes extruding the first compounded mixture to form a layer.

Abstract: A layer for directing a hydraulic fluid includes a first fluoropolymer, a first crosslinker, and an anti-static additive. The first fluoropolymer is present in an amount greater than 60 parts by weight, the first crosslinker is present in an amount of from about 1 to about 10 parts by weight, and the anti-static additive is present in an amount of from about 0.4 to about 4 parts by weight, each based on 100 parts by weight of the layer. The layer may be included in a layered tube. In addition to the layer, the layered tube also includes an outer layer. The outer layer includes a second fluoropolymer, which is the same as or different than the first fluoropolymer. The second fluoropolymer is present in an amount greater than 60 parts by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the outer layer.

Abstract: A high pressure hose that is resistant to microvoid formation includes an inner tube comprising a blend of crosslinked fluoroplastic material and fluoroelastomeric material, a first reinforcement layer constructed of para-aramid synthetic fibers, and an adhesive layer, and an outer cover.