Abstract: A clock generator for generating a clock signal for an imaging device serving for transferring image-setting information to a rotatable printing form which includes an input to which an actual value signal dependent upon an angular position of the printing form is applicable, and an output for outputting the clock signal. It further includes a first comparator having a first input whereto the actual value signal is applicable as an analog signal, a second input to which an analog nominal value signal, respectively, representing a nominal value for the angular position of the printing form, is applicable, and an output for outputting the clock signal formed as a function of a result of a comparison between the analog actual value signal and the analog nominal value signal; an imaging device and a printing machine including the clock generator; and a method of generating a clock signal for an imaging operation.

Abstract: A high-temperature component made of a nickel super-alloy has the following composition in wt %: 11-13% of Cr, 3-5% of W, 0.5-2.5% of Mo, 3-5% of Al, 3-5% of Ti, 3-7% of Ta, 1-5% of Re and a remainder formed of nickel. A corresponding component which is also provided is formed of an alloy having a composition essentially similar to that mentioned above, but with the rhenium proportion replaced with 0.1-5 wt % of ruthenium.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for the preparation of a wide range of primary arylamines. The arylamines are prepared in two efficient, straightforward transformations: 1) an activated aryl group and an imine group are combined, in the presence of a transition metal catalyst, under conditions wherein the transition metal catalyst catalyzes the formation of a carbon-nitrogen bond between the activated carbon of the arene and the imine nitrogen; and 2) the resulting N-aryl imine is transformed, via any of a number of standard protocols, to the primary arylamine. The method of the invention may also be exploited in the preparation of vinylamines.

Abstract: The transition metal-catalyzed amination of aryl halides, in conjunction with an orthogonal protective group scheme, forms the basis of two routes to oligoaniline precursors. The oligoaniline precursors are soluble in a variety of common organic solvents, and are easily converted to the deprotected oligoanilines. The method allows the preparation of oligoanilines of even or odd chain lengths, and the incorporation of a variety of functional groups into the oligomers. Polyanilines of low polydispersity can also be prepared by this method.

Abstract: In a method for removing tin from a surface and/or from a region close to the surface of a component part, the component part has a concentrated aqueous sodium hydroxide or concentrated hydrochloric acid flowing in contact with it at a temperature which is distinctly higher than room temperature. Preferably, the temperature is approximately 220.degree. C., and the component part is moreover subjected to a positive pressure of 5.5 bar. The method is suitable for a component part fabricated through the use of unidirectional solidification and liquid-metal cooling, in particular a turbine blade.

Abstract: The invention relates to catalysts for the synthesis of .beta.-hydroxy carbonyl compounds, and in particular to enantioselective catalysts.

Abstract: Superalloy with oxide dispersion hardening having improved corrosion and oxidation resistance and based on nickel with the following composition:Cr=17-18% by weight,Al=6-7% by weight,Mo=2-2.5% by weight,W=3-3.5% by weight,Ta=2-2.5% by weight,Zr<0.2% by weight,B<0.02% by weight,C<0.1% by weight,Y.sub.2 O.sub.3 =1-1.5% by weight,Ni=Remainder.

Abstract: Components (5) in a superalloy, in particular a dispersion hardened nickel based alloy, are connected together by pressure bonding in the solid condition with the greatest possible limitation of the overall deformation of the complete components (5) by lateral restraint (7), the actual bonding zone (6) having short-term intensive dynamic plastic flow imposed on it and, taking account of the deformation temperature, the local deformation rate .epsilon..sub.l and the local deformation .epsilon..sub.l referred to the bonding zone (6) are matched together in such a way that the driving force during the subsequent heat treatment of the complete workpiece above the recrystallization temperature is sufficient to force the formation of coarse grain under all conditions. It can then be assumed that, in general, the expression ##EQU1## h.sub.o =height of the bonding zone (6) before connection, h.sub.f =height of the bonding zone (6) after connection,D.sub.

Abstract: Components made of a dispersion-hardened superalloy are connected together by pressure bonding, the individual parts previously processed at their bonding surfaces only by milling, without fine machining such as grinding, electro-polishing, etc., being subjected before bonding to a heat treatment in the temperature range of between 60.degree. C. and 210.degree. C. below the recrystallization temperature for the purpose of reducing the driving force. During the subsequent coarse-grain heat treatment of the bonded workpiece, no sort of fine crystalline banding occurs in the bonding zone and the strength of the workpiece corresponds to that of the material before bonding.

Abstract: Method for applying a corrosion-protection layer to the base body (1) of a gas turbine blade by embedding particles (3) of SiC in a metallic matrix by means of powder, paste or electrolytic/electrophoretic methods and compacting, welding or fusing and bonding the matrix-forming material to the base body (1) by means of hot-pressing, hot isostatic pressing or laser beam, electron beam or electric arc. Protective layers are formed which do not flake off and with high silicon content which is at least partially contained in the embedded, partly modified SiC particles (6) as a reservoir for the operation.

Abstract: A fine-grained workpiece having improved mechanical properties is produced from a nickel-based superalloy by two-part forging, a blank being converted, in a first isothermal hot-forming step (curve b) above the solution-annealing temperature for the .gamma.'-phase (line a), into an intermediate form and the latter then being finally forged to give the end form in a second isothermal hot-forming step (curve c) just below the solution-annealing temperature for the .gamma.'-phase. For the first step, a degree of deformation .epsilon. of of at least 0.7 at a mean deformation rate .epsilon. of about 10.times.10.sup.-3 s.sup.-1 is required here. The second step is carried out at deformation rates .epsilon. which are one to two powers of 10 lower than those of the first step.

Abstract: Manufacture of a workpiece from a creep-resistant nickel superalloy which is hardened by means of an oxide dispersion, by a powder-metallurgical process in which the mechanically alloyed powder is subjected to an isothermal or quasi-isothermal hot-rolling operation, in the course of which the powder particles are converted into a flake-shaped form with a pronounced longitudinal axes, and the rolled powder is introduced into a steel container and is compressed by isostatic hot-pressing. The workpiece is afterwards subjected to an annealing treatment which is designed to develop a coarse grain size. A preferred embodiment comprises the introduction of the powder into the mold or container in an oriented manner, in order to obtain a stratified packing of the powder, and an annealing treatment which is designed to develop a coarse grain size and is performed as a zone-annealing treatment.

Abstract: An apparatus and a process for the zone-annealing of a workpiece (1) consisting of a high-temperature material, in which the workpiece (1) is hung on a suspension device (2) actuated via a roller (3) driven by a drive motor (4) and is provided with a plate-shaped covering screen (10) having an orifice. For the dipping of the workpiece (1), there is underneath the latter a salt bath (5) which is enclosed in an insulating vessel (6) and is provided with a heating system (7) with centrally symmetrical guide plates (8) and which is closed off at the top by means of a floating insulating cover (9). The cooling of the part of the workpiece (1) which is not immersed is guaranteed by a cooling body (11) through which cooling air (14) flows and which has a central passage (12) and, at the lower end of the passage (12), a projecting edge (13) serving as a stop for the covering screen (10).

Abstract: An aqueous primer based on alkali-soluble acrylic resins and siliconates, especially suitable for strongly alkaline substrates, for example, asbestos cement articles, is provided. The primer is characterized by stability to storage and good compatibility with the substrate and with customary coating agents, and it brings about good water repellence, good stabilization of the substrate and a good binding between the substrate and the final coating.

Abstract: A component possessing high resistance to corrosion and oxidation, composed of a dispersion-hardened superalloy having a high creep strength, comprises a coarse-grained core (1) which has high strength at high temperatures, and a fine-grained skin zone (2) which forms a case. The component is manufactured with the aid of a heat-treatment, or thermomechanical treatment, in a manner such that, starting from a fine-grained initial condition, the skin zone (2) is restrained from participating in the recrystallization which leads to the formation of coarse grains in the core (1).

Abstract: A laminating and coating adhesive based on an aqueous dispersion of(1) a copolymer of a vinyl ester, and/or an acrylic acid ester, and/or a further monomer and an ethylenically-unsaturated functional group-containing monomer having from 3 to 18 carbon atoms and hydroxy and carbonyl groups as functional groups, such as a monocarboxylic acid or dicarboxylic acid and/or N-methylol-(meth)-acrylamide,(2) an epoxy compound, and(3) an amine hardener.The adhesive gives a laminate bond with especially high resistance to peeling even in the case of thermal stress and/or in the presence of water.

Abstract: Strongly adhering aqueous plastic dispersions based on copolymers of olefinically unsaturated compounds, which are particularly suitable as binding agents for paints and lacquers and as adhesives, and which are distinguished by their good wet adhesion are described. This is achieved by the inclusion by polymerization of from 0.2% to 7% by weight, based on the total weight of the monomers, of vinyl and/or allyl diacetylacetate having the formula:CH.sub.2 .dbd.CH--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --O--CO--CH(CO--CH.sub.3).sub.2wherein n is 0 or 1, in the production of copolymers of the invention in an aqueous emulsion.

Abstract: A laminating and coating adhesive based on an aqueous dispersion of(1) a copolymer of a vinyl ester, and/or an acrylic acid ester, and/or a further monomer and an ethylenically-unsaturated functional group-containing monomer having from 3 to 18 carbon atoms and hydroxy and carbonyl groups as functional groups, such as a monocarboxylic acid or dicarboxylic acid and/or N-methylol-(meth)-acrylamide,(2) an epoxy compound, and(3) an amine hardener.The adhesive gives a laminate bond with especially high resistance to peeling even in the case of thermal stress and/or in the presence of water.