Abstract: Active power factor correction can be used to reduce input harmonics in an aircraft power distribution system. In an embodiment, one or more power factor correction (PFC) units can be placed in a power distribution system to profile an input signal. Each PFC unit can include a converter, such as an AC-DC converter, and can be placed in the power system bus on the input side of the load. In an embodiment, a PFC unit can include a boost rectifier topology with active power factor correction for harmonics elimination.

Abstract: The present invention includes a continuous process for manufacturing packaging laminates adapted for easy tearing comprising the steps of providing a first and a second flexible web, applying a fluid adhesive to the first flexible web, drying the fluid adhesive, or optionally, curing the fluid adhesive, slitting one of the first and second flexible webs to form a plurality of parallel strips of at least of one the first and said second webs, and laminating the first and second flexible webs together thereby forming a laminate a plurality of parallel strips. The present invention also includes laminates form by this process.