Abstract: The present invention provides methods for the use of visible and/or near-infrared spectroscopic methodology to monitor and control processes for the generation of particles, including processes that provide for a reduction in particle size and processes that result in an increase in particle size. One embodiment of the present invention employs visible and/or near-infrared diffuse reflectance spectroscopy to monitor particle size. The present invention is particularly useful for monitoring particle size of optically dense samples and is further useful for monitoring the endpoint of particle generation processes. In contrast to methods known in the art, the present invention is especially useful for on-line monitoring of particle size.

Abstract: A multilayer structure with improved permeation for atmospheric diffusion of aromatic products wherein the structure comprises: a permeable membrane wherein said permeable membrane comprises at least two polymeric layers wherein the polymer of each layer is independently selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, very low density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, ethylene methylacrylate copolymer; a release layer wherein said release layer comprises a nylon polymer or a ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer wherein the release layer is adhered to most inner polymeric layer of the permeable member which comprises the permeable membrane and wherein the adhesion between release layer and the adjacent layer of the polymeric permeable membrane is a relatively weak bond compared to the bond between the layers of the polymeric permeable membrane; and an impermeable membrane wherein said impermeable membrane comprises one or more layers wherein the materials which comprise the individual layers of the imper

Abstract: A multilayer structure with improved permeation for atmospheric diffusion of aromatic products wherein the structure comprises: a permeable membrane wherein said permeable membrane comprises at least two polymeric layers wherein the polymer of each layer is independently selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, very low density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, ethylene methylacrylate copolymer; a release layer wherein said release layer comprises a nylon polymer or a ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer wherein the release layer is adhered to most inner polymeric layer of the permeable member which comprises the permeable membrane and wherein the adhesion between release layer and the adjacent layer of the polymeric permeable membrane is a relatively weak bond compared to the bond between the layers of the polymeric permeable membrane; and an impermeable membrane wherein said impermeable membrane comprises one or more layers wherein the materials which comprise the individual layers of the imper

Abstract: A multilayer structure with improved permeation for atmospheric diffusion of aromatic products wherein the structure comprises, a permeable membrane wherein said permeable membrane comprises at least two polymeric layers wherein the polymer of each layer is independently selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, very low density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, ethylene methylacrylate copolymer; a release layer wherein said release layer comprises a nylon polymer or a ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer wherein the release layer is adhered to most inner polymeric layer of the permeable-member which comprises the permeable membrane and wherein the adhesion between release layer and the adjacent layer of the polymeric permeable membrane is a relatively weak bond compared to the bond between the layers of the polymeric permeable membrane; and an impermeable membrane wherein said impermeable membrane comprises one or more layers wherein the materials which comprise the individual layers of the imper

Abstract: A multilayer permeable film structure having high temperature capabilities comprising a first, perforated sealable layer; a second primer layer and a third outer layer is disclosed. The multilayer permeable film structure can be heat sealed to a formed tray containing a volatile material.

Abstract: A multilayer structure with improved permeation for atmospheric diffusion of aromatic products wherein the structure comprises: a permeable membrane wherein said permeable membrane comprises at least two polymeric layers wherein the polymer of each layer is independently selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, very low density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, ethylene methylacrylate copolymer; a release layer wherein said release layer comprises a nylon polymer or a ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer wherein the release layer is adhered to most inner polymeric layer of the permeable member which comprises the permeable membrane and wherein the adhesion between release layer and the adjacent layer of the polymeric permeable membrane is a relatively weak bond compared to the bond between the layers of the polymeric permeable membrane; and an impermeable membrane wherein said impermeable membrane comprises one or more layers wherein the materials which comprise the individual layers of the imper

Abstract: A multilayer structure with improved permeation for atmospheric diffusion of aromatic products wherein the structure comprises: a permeable membrane wherein said permeable membrane comprises at least two polymeric layers wherein the polymer of each layer is independently selected from the group consisting of polyethylene, very low density polyethylene, low density polyethylene, ethylene methylacrylate copolymer; a release layer wherein said release layer comprises a nylon polymer or a ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer wherein the release layer is adhered to most inner polymeric layer of the permeable member which comprises the permeable membrane and wherein the adhesion between release layer and the adjacent layer of the polymeric permeable membrane is a relatively weak bond compared to the bond between the layers of the polymeric permeable membrane; and an impermeable membrane wherein said impermeable membrane comprises one or more layers wherein the materials which comprise the individual layers of the imper

Abstract: Multilayer film structures and packages therefrom which are particularly suited for containing organics such as organic liquids or solvents, e.g., amines, diamines, triamines, xylenes, tolene, ethoxyethanols, urethanes, or epoxies, or the like, or materials containing organics are disclosed as are methods for containing such organics. The film structures have two layer elements. The first layer element has a flexible barrier material layer and a sealant layer; the second layer element has a high barrier material layer; and when formed into a package such as a pouch the sealant layer is disposed interiorly and is used to seal the package together. Suitable materials for the high barrier material include metal foil, e.g., aluminum foil, and nylon coated on at least one side with a polyvinylidene chloride copolymer; the flexible barrier material layer is suitably nylon; and, the sealant is preferably ethylene vinyl acetate.

Abstract: A high performance chiral selector having the formula: ##STR1## wherein Ar is a monocyclic or ortho-fused polycyclic aromatic moiety having up to 10 ring carbon atoms, either of which may be unsubstituted or substituted with one or more C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkoxy, NO.sub.2, N(R.sub.5).sub.3.sup.+, CN, COOR.sub.6 SO.sub.3 H and COR.sub.7 groups wherein R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 are each independently hydrogen or C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl;R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are each independently hydrogen, C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl or phenyl;R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each independently C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 alkyl or C.sub.2 to C.sub.12 alkenyl; andm and n are each independently zero or 1, said compound being an R or an S enantiomer or a mixture of R and S enantiomers.

Abstract: A high performance chiral selector having the formula: ##STR1## wherein Ar is a monocyclic or ortho-fused polycyclic aromatic moiety having up to 10 ring carbon atoms, either of which may be unsubstituted or substituted with one or more C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkoxy, NO.sub.2, N(R.sub.5).sub.3.sup.+, CN, COOR.sub.6, SO.sub.3 H and COR.sub.7 groups wherein R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 are each independently hydrogen or C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl;R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 ar each independently hydrogen, C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl or phenyl;R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each independently C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 alkyl or C.sub.2 to C.sub.12 alkenyl; andm and n are each independently zero or 1, said compound being an R or an S enantiomer or a mixture of R and S enantiomers.

Abstract: A perforated plastic film is produced by forming a pattern of light absorbing material (e.g., in dot and/or circular forms) on the film and subjecting the printed film to radiant energy from a light source in order to melt the film areas covered with the light absorbing material, thus producing a corresponding plurality of perforations in the plastic film.

Abstract: In a manufacturing operation utilizing radiation and particularly ultraviolet radiation irradiating a surface, a plurality of radiation carrying pipes positioned at one end thereof adjacent the surface and within the radiation, and radiation sensors positioned at the other end of the light pipes within a cooling stream. The invention also includes a fixture and a method for adjusting the position of the radiation carrying pipes.