Abstract: The present invention relates to method of preparing a monocrystalline diamond abrasive grain comprising the steps of: sufficiently dispersing a micron-scale monocrystalline diamond and at least a micron-scale metal powder in a sol containing at least a nano-scale metal powder, and controlling the suitable ratio of the two kinds of metal powder with different order of magnitude of particle size, accordingly the micron-scale metal powder can be stuffed into voids among the monocrystalline diamond grains, and only a suitable amount of nano-scale metal powder is required to let the micron-scale metal powder and nano-scale metal powder coat together on the surface of the micron-scale diamond to form an integral and uniform coating layer including at least two kinds of metal grains, thus the resulting monocrystalline diamond abrasive grains have a unique rough-surface morphology, a plurality of contact points and contact surfaces resenting in the grinding process and good self-sharpening.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for producing libraries of soluble random polypeptides. In the methods, the fraction of hydrophilic residues in the polypeptide is controlled so as to maintain the solubility of the polypeptide constructs.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of fibers and fibers prepared by the process. The process can provide discontinuous colloidal polymer fibers in a process that employs a low viscosity dispersion medium.

Abstract: A cellulosic fiber includes a fiber body including a cellulosic material and non-encapsulated phase change material dispersed within the cellulosic material. The non-encapsulated phase change material forms a plurality of distinct domains dispersed within the cellulosic material. The non-encapsulated phase change material has a latent heat of at least 40 Joules per gram and the cellulosic fiber has a latent heat between 9.8 Joules per gram and 132 Joules per gram and a transition temperature in the range of 0° C. to 100° C., and cellulosic fiber provides thermal regulation based on at least one of absorption and release of the latent heat at the transition temperature.

Abstract: A carbon-fiber-precursor acryl fiber bundle, including a polyacrylonitrile-based copolymer that contains from 95 to 99 mol % of an acrylonitrile unit and from 1 to 5 mol % of a hydroxyalkyl (meth)acrylate unit, where the fiber bundle has a single-fiber fineness of from 1.5 dtex to 5.0 dtex and a roundness of from 0.75 to 0.9 in a cross-section shape perpendicular to a fiber axis of the single fiber; the roundness being determined with equation (1): roundness=4?S/L2, where S is a cross-sectional area of the single fiber and L is a circumferential length of the single fiber, and S and L are obtained by observing, under an SEM, the cross-section of the single fiber perpendicular to the fiber axis of the single fiber and analyzing the obtained image.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a cord yarn, which has at least one filament strand, includes applying a first twist so that a K1 value has a value of 0.1837763/D1n or below, applying a second twist so that a K2 value has a value between 0.0166819/D2n and 0.3183099/D2n, and applying a third twist so that a K3 value has a value between 0.0278485/D3 and 0.2968288/D3, wherein the twists are applied so that the cord yarn has roundness of 50% or above, and when the filament is a multi filament, so that porosity between strands of the cord yarn is less than 40%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of fabricating a yarn constituted by a multi-filament core coated in a polymer sheath. The sheath is made by depositing a miscible mixture of molten polymers on the multi-filament core, the mixture comprising: at least one flame-retarding agent; and at least two polymers that, in the molten state, do not establish mutual permanent chemical bonds, with one of the polymers, referred to as the co-flame-retarding polymer, presenting both a glass transition temperature that is significantly lower than the glass transition temperature of the other polymer, referred to as the base polymer, and also a melting temperature that is likewise significantly lower than the melting temperature of the base polymer; said deposition being followed by a cooling step during which the base polymer freezes first and the co-flame-retarding polymer migrates outwards entraining at least a fraction of the flame-retarding agent therewith.

Abstract: A down-proof woven fabric includes a cloth composed of synthetic fibers with a yarn fineness of 33 decitex or less and having a weight per unit area of 50 g/m2 or less and a cover factor of 1,400 to 1,800, wherein the cloth is coated at least on one surface thereof with a resin by an amount of 0.1 g/m2 to 5 g/m2 as a solid component.

Abstract: In one aspect, methods of making a knitted shoe component are described herein. In some embodiments, a method comprises knitting one or more fibers to form a toe portion; knitting one or more fibers to form a first wing portion; and knitting one or more fibers to form a second wing portion. The first and second wing portions extend from the toe portion and are knittingly connected to the toe portion. The method further comprises reducing the lateral separation between the first and second wing portions from an initial separation distance to a knitting separation distance such that the wing portions can be knitted together to form a seamless heel portion of the shoe component, including using a series of stitch transfer, racking, and knitting steps.

Abstract: A braiding machine including several rings for passing spools. The braiding machine may include an inner ring and an outer ring which may be comprised of rotor metals, and an intermediate ring that may be comprised of horn gears. Spools may pass along the inner and outer rings, and the horn gears in the intermediate ring may allow spools to be passed back and forth between the inner ring and the outer ring.

Abstract: Provided is a fiber sheet for molding, characterized in that a print resin is applied on the surface of the fiber sheet containing highly crimped fibers, and the amount of the print resin is 30 g/m2 or less, and the air permeability of the fiber sheet is 5 to 30 cm3/cm2/sec. The fiber sheet for molding can be molded without generating wrinkles, and has a good sound absorbing property. When a pattern is formed with the printing resin, the fiber sheet for molding is also excellent in design properties.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing camouflage clothing worn by soldiers is provided. The optimum camouflage clothing satisfying clothing functionality, aesthetics, and camouflaging effect, which is an important function for military uniforms, is provided while the optimum camouflage clothing is economical. The camouflage clothing is formed by dyeing threads i.e. row material, using the dyed threads as warp threads and weft threads, and weaving the camouflage clothing using a jacquard weaving machine. Herein, the warp threads and the weft threads are gradationally arranged to form a delicate-colored checked pattern while a three-dimensional pattern is displayed by the jacquard weaving machine.

Abstract: A washing machine contains a wash tub, an impeller and a motor. Clothing is put into the tub and the load is detected. Water is added until the water level is below or equal to load height. To begin washing, the impeller drives the clothing to overturn, resulting in generating three types of water flows: agitating flow, enhancing flow and balancing flow. At first, the agitating flow breaks the balance of the load to disperse clothing, then the enhancing flow overturns clothing for washing. Finally, the balancing flow maintains the circulation path for the load balance overturning. Single sequential control or repeatedly alternating cycle control of the three types of water flows can be adopted for washing. The invention can save water, improve washing efficiency and avoid intertwining of clothing, characterized by full-range, thorough, repeated and efficient washing.

Abstract: A panel for appliances includes an inner shell and an outer shell that engage one another to define a hollow interior region. An interior divider or intermediate close-out is disposed between the inner and outer shells, and has at least an outwardly-extending portion that extends into the hollow interior region. A foam core is bonded to interior surfaces of the shells and to the divider or close-out. The foam core may be formed or established by injecting an uncured or partially-cured liquid into the hollow interior region. Optionally, the panel is a movable door attached to an appliance, and may include a window portion in a central region thereof.

Abstract: A washing machine includes a cabinet, a fixed tub disposed in the cabinet to store washing water, a rotating tub rotatably disposed in the fixed tub, and a detergent supply unit configured to supply detergent into the rotating tub. The detergent supply unit includes a main body configured to form an exterior, a detergent storage portion provided in the main body, and a leakage prevention passage provided to enclose at least part of the detergent storage portion and configured to guide the washing water overflowing from the detergent storage portion into the cabinet. By such configuration, it is possible to prevent the leakage of washing water and enhance washing water feed efficiency.

Abstract: A household cleaning appliance having a treating chamber and a non-bulk dispensing system coupled with the treating chamber and having a portion of material configured to be removable wherein the non-bulk dispensing system is configured to receive a removable cartridge containing a treating chemistry when such material is removed.

Abstract: A dryer appliance is provided. The dryer appliance includes a filter assembly with a filter medium. A first portion of the filter medium is disposed within an exhaust conduit when the filter medium is in a first position. A second portion of the filter medium is disposed within the exhaust conduit when the filter medium is in a second position. A method for operating a dryer appliance is also provided.

Abstract: A method for capturing an item of laundry in a reliable and efficient manner. Washed items of laundry usually leave a washing machine intertwined with one another as a pile of laundry. Before the items of laundry that come out of a washing machine in this way are subjected to further treatment steps, for example mangling or sorting, they have to be separated. In the method, the topography of the item of laundry is ascertained and at least one point of the item of laundry at which the item of laundry is intended to be captured and/or preferably can be captured by a capturing means is determined on the basis of this topography. The item of laundry is captured by the capturing means by specific control of the capturing means at this point.

Abstract: A rain-test resistant, high-vapor-permeable, water-repellent and water-resistant manufacturing process for making such fabrics is provided. It is used in the dyeing and finishing process of fabric in which the fabric is treated with the treatment roller, knife roller, and spray methods. These combined methods can coat water-repellent agent on the fabric and form a very thin film on the fabric. This protective film on the fabric enhances the wash resistance of the fabric while it will not adversely affect the water repellence and water resistance of the fabric. Moreover, this technique of forming a very thin water-repellent film on the fabric rules out the conventional method with which the water-repellent agent dipped within the fabric structure is easily washed out with regular laundry of the fabric due to the lesser amount of the agent being attached onto the fabric.

Abstract: Flame retardant synthetic leather having high flame retardancy and excellent physical properties (light resistance, heat resistance and feeling). The flame retardant synthetic leather contains an organic phosphorus compound (component A) represented by the following formula (1). (In the formula, X1 and X2 are the same or different and each an aromatic substituted alkyl group represented by the following formula (2).) AL(Ar)n??(2) (In the formula, AL is a branched or linear aliphatic hydrocarbon group having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, and Ar is a phenyl group, naphthyl group or anthryl group, all of which may have a substituent. “n” is an integer of 1 to 3, and Ar may be bonded to any carbon atom contained in AL.

Abstract: A device for color-fixing processing on textiles includes a supercritical carbon dioxide fluid unit, a fixing liquid storage tank (2) and a fixing reactor (9). The fixing liquid storage tank (2) is below the fixing reactor (9) and sealed connected by a connecting device (6). The fixing liquid storage tank (2) has a cylindrical cavity in which a fluid distributor (4) is mounted. The fluid distributor (4) is composed of several interconnected pipes which bend down with the nozzles downward, and one of the pipes is used as circulated fluid inlet (1) connected with the supercritical carbon dioxide fluid unit, and the rest of the pipes are used as circulated fluid outlets.

Abstract: A fiber blend, a yarn spun from the fiber blend, and a fabric made from the yarn, wherein the fiber blend is a blend of staple fibers comprising non-FR cellulosic fibers, modacrylic fibers, and aramid fibers intimately blended together. The blend is such that the cellulosic fibers constitute at least about 45 wt. % of the fiber blend, a weight ratio of the modacrylic fibers to the cellulosic fibers is at least 0.8 but not exceeding 1.0, and the aramid fibers make up no more than 15 wt. % of the fiber blend.

Abstract: An arrangement and a method in a soda recovery boiler, in a furnace (1) of which recovery boiler there are arranged screen tubes (7) and which recovery boiler comprises a second pass (9) in which is arranged at least one superheater (4?). The second pass (9) is arranged for being cooled with cooling medium coming from the screen tubes (7).

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to reduce the wear of the doctor blade applied to the wet paper web transfer belt and the wear of the guide rolls supporting the wet paper web transfer belt while maintaining the wear resistance of the wet paper web contacting surface and the machine contacting surface of the wet paper web transfer belt together with the adhesive and releasing properties of the wet paper web on the wet paper web contacting surface of conventional wet paper web transfer belts. This is achieved by a wet paper web transfer belt in which a polyurethane is integrated with a reinforcing base material comprising a wet paper web-side surface and a machine-side surface, at least the wet paper web-side surface of the reinforcing base material is embedded in the polyurethane, an outer circumferential layer comprising a wet paper web contacting surface is constituted by some of the polyurethane; wherein, at least the outer circumferential layer comprises a spherical filler.

Abstract: A sheet manufacturing apparatus according to the invention includes: a manufacturing unit which manufactures a sheet; a supplying unit which supplies a mounted material mounted thereon to the manufacturing unit; and a determination unit which determines whether or not to initiate manufacturing of the sheet in a state where the mounted material is mounted on the supplying unit.

Abstract: A process of analyzing wear on a papermaking fabric includes forming a first representation of a portion of a surface of the fabric showing locations and sizes of knuckles and pockets in the surface of the fabric. A first image is generated based on the first representation. At least one characteristic related to the surface of the fabric is determined using the first image. The fabric is worn. A second representation of a portion of the surface of the fabric is formed showing locations and sizes of knuckles and pockets in the surface of the fabric. A second image of the knuckles of the fabric is generated based on the second representation. At least one characteristic related to the surface of the fabric is determined using the second image. The determining steps are performed using an image analysis program stored in a non-transitory computer readable medium.

Abstract: A process of forming a papermaking fabric. A value of at least one characteristic of a first papermaking fabric is determined. The at least one characteristic is related to one of (i) knuckles in the first papermaking fabric, (ii) pockets in the first papermaking fabric, and (iii) both knuckles and pockets in the first papermaking fabric. A second papermaking fabric is formed. The second papermaking fabric is configured such that a value of the at least one characteristic in the second papermaking fabric is different from the value of the characteristic in the first papermaking fabric.

Abstract: A lightweight digital printing medium has a basis weight of less than 100 grams per square meter and includes a base paper. The base paper includes a fiber mixture of hardwood pulp and softwood pulp where at least 5% by weight of total fiber in the fiber mixture is bleached, chemi-thermo-mechanical pulp. An internal sizing agent for neutral or alkaline conditions and a wet-strength agent that is a thermosetting resin are mixed with the fiber mixture. An amount of the wet-strength agent added to the fiber mixture is at least 0.1% total dry weight of the base paper.

Abstract: The invention provides methods and compositions for increasing the strength of a paper sheet. The method involves adding to the paper sheet an amine containing polymer. The amine containing polymer interacts with materials such as GPAM or starch to make the paper stronger in terms including tensile strength, surface strength and bulk strength.

Abstract: The invention relates to copolymer dispersions, comprising: a copolymer of (a) a vinyl ester of an alkanoic acid having from 1 to 13 carbon atoms; (b) ethylene; (c) from 0.5 to 5 pphm of a first cross-linking co-monomer comprising an ethylenically unsaturated monomer comprising an epoxy group; and (d) from 0.55 to 2 pphm of a second functional co-monomer comprising an ethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid, mono- or di-ester thereof or anhydride thereof wherein the copolymer is dispersed in an aqueous medium comprising a stabilizer. The dispersions advantageously provide surprisingly good adhesion characteristics to paper substrates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of making a paper product having improved printing characteristics. This is achieved by forming a fibrous substrate, and applying a surface treatment which comprises an aqueous composition. Notably, the aqueous composition includes surface enhanced pulp fibers, with the placement of the surface enhanced pulp fibers optimizing their functionality, with surface placement by use of a paper machine size press desirably facilitating a reduction in the typical starch usage. The present method comprising the steps of providing a aqueous slurry comprising a blend of cellulosic fibers and water and dewatering the aqueous slurry of cellulosic fibers and water to form a fibrous substrate.

Abstract: A coated paperboard is disclosed which includes a printable coating containing substantially no fluorochemical or wax in which the coated paperboard is fully compostable as well as repulpable, and exhibits no tendency toward blocking. The coating may be a multiple layer coating.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a décor paper prepared from a dispersion having improved optical performance without negatively impacting mechanical strength, wherein the dispersion comprises a TiO2 particle slurry comprising a treated TiO2 particle having a surface area of at least about 30 m2/g, and a cationic polymer; wherein the treatment comprises an oxide of silicon, aluminum, phosphorus or mixtures thereof; and the treatment is present in the amount of at least 15% based on the total weight of the treated titanium dioxide particle; paper pulp; and a cationic polymer; wherein the cationic polymer in the slurry and the cationic polymer in the dispersion are compatible; wherein for equal optical performance, the amount of treated TiO2 particle in the dispersion is reduced by about 10% when compared to a dispersion not comprising the treated TiO2 particle of (a). These décor papers are useful in preparing paper laminates.

Abstract: In an aspect, a track maintenance vehicle includes a body, a work head, and a controller. The work head performs track maintenance and is coupled to the body. The controller is configured to operate the vehicle in an autonomous mode. In another aspect, an anchor adjustor includes first and second jaws and an actuator. The jaws pivot about a single axis. The actuator causes the jaws to rotate about the axis. In another aspect, an anchor adjustor assembly includes a first pair of jaws, a second pair of jaws and an actuator. The first and second pairs of jaws open and close about a rail in a track. The actuator causes the closed first pair of jaws to translate towards the closed second pair of jaws along a longitudinal direction of the rail.

Abstract: Systems and methods for automated repair and maintenance operations on a railroad track comprise a work head that is automatically moved over the railroad track according to a predetermined pattern, such as the movement of an applicator for tie plugging compound according to a predetermined pattern of spike holes. The automated repair and maintenance operations may be coupled to systems and methods for automatically detecting a feature on a railroad track that comprise two or more distance measurement sensors that travel over the railroad track. Features on the railroad track are detected where the distance measured by each sensor falls within two different predetermined distance ranges.

Abstract: A roadway widening structure including a first portion configured to bear on a support and configured to support a first part of the roadway, the first portion including a frame which has a parallelepiped shape and which includes an enclosure having a parallelepiped shape and configured to receive ballast so as to immobilize the first portion on the support, a lower enclosure wall of the enclosure including a first lattice, a second portion cantilevered, secured to the first portion by a lateral wall and configured to support a second part of the roadway, a lateral enclosure wall of the enclosure, facing the second portion of the roadway widening structure, including a second lattice, and for fastening the first portion and the second portion.

Abstract: A prefabricated paving slab includes specialized combinations of substantially vertical passages and cavities to enable “drop in” installation. The paving slab may include retractable coupling rods aligned using spacers having seating surfaces and alignment surfaces. Cavities of the paving slab, each configured for receiving a coupling rod, preferably are arranged in orientation(s) and pattern(s) selected for receiving and transferring the stresses of loads travelling in a pre-determined direction.

Abstract: A vibratory plate compactor includes a vibratory mechanism, a hydraulic motor configured to drive the vibratory mechanism, and a removable baseplate assembly. The removable baseplate assembly includes a planar, central plate configured for compacting earth, and at least one interchangeable edge piece fastened along at least one of a leading edge and a trailing edge of the central plate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ground milling machine, in particular, a road cold milling machine, having a replaceable milling drum unit. To make this replacement procedure easier, the present invention proposes a fastening device between the milling part and the machine part of the ground milling machine. The present invention furthermore relates to a method for replacing a milling part on the ground milling machine, a fastening device being used for this purpose.

Abstract: A liquid spray device is described for applying a variety of liquids, such as paint, to a surface. In one embodiment, the liquid spray device comprises a frame, an axel mounted to the frame, two wheels, each attached to the axel at opposing ends of the axel, a spray gun mount coupled to the axel, and a spray gun mounted to the spray gun mount comprising a nozzle in substantially vertical alignment with the axel, for applying the liquid under pressure to a surface.

Abstract: A solid pet waste vacuum and bagging device is described. The device is equipped with a canister, collection chute, vacuum motor, and a bag cartridge. The device eliminates the need for an individual to come into any contact with pet waste, including the temperature and the smell conventionally known to emanate from pet waste. The device employs the vacuum motor to collect pet waste within the bag via the collection chute. The collection chute is lined with a plastic bag, which is sealed and released from the collection chute within the canister upon activation of a dispose button by the user. The device is powered by rechargeable batteries, and may be equipped with a charging cradle to maintain a fully charged battery.

Abstract: An animal waste removal and collection system may include a waste removal apparatus with a handle, a blade connected proximate to an end of the handle, and a comb connected proximate to the end of the handle opposite the blade. The waste removal apparatus is configured to be supported on a support surface at a first contact point of the blade with the support surface and at multiple second contact points of the comb with the support surface. The animal waste removal and collection system may also include a waste collection apparatus with another handle and a pan connected proximate to an end of the second handle. The pan includes a base and walls extending upwardly from the base, where one of the walls includes a slot to interface with the blade and another one of the walls includes a second comb to interface with the first comb.

Abstract: Piste grooming vehicle and clearing blade for a piste grooming vehicle. The piste grooming vehicle has a clearing blade arranged at the front and includes a middle part and two side parts swivellably movable relative to the middle part, a setting arrangement for adjusting the middle part and/or the side parts and at least one manually operable actuating element arranged inside a cab for operating the setting arrangement. An electronic control unit is connected between the actuating element and the setting arrangement and operates the setting arrangement with a timed sequence of control commands for achieving at least one control function for the side parts and/or the middle part from an initial position to an end position preset by the control function.

Abstract: An appendage or apparatus attached to the leading edge of a shovel for the purpose of small shock absorption from contact between paved roadways and the shovel. The invention aims to prevent the most basic fissures and cracks at contact with the roadway without complicated devices and can be retrofitted onto existing shovels.

Abstract: The present invention relates to floating lakes and to the treatment of the water in such lakes. The present invention further relates to large floating lakes that can be installed within a natural or artificial water body to improve water conditions that are unsuitable for recreational uses. The floating lake can be provided with a chemical application system; a filtration system including a mobile suctioning device and filters; a skimmer system, and optionally a coordination system.

Abstract: The invention relates to thermal engineering construction, particularly to individual seasonal cooling devices, or temperature stabilizers of soils. The solution is aimed to expand temperature ranges at which temperature stabilizers can be installed and to prevent debris from sealing materials from entering into the well cavity having a coolant. The device contains a temperature stabilizer that functions as a two-phase thermal siphon and includes an aboveground condensing part and underground transporting and vaporizing parts. The temperature stabilizer is placed into the well along with coolant. The well is a hollow cylindrical body with a bottom and a capping element at a top end. The capping element includes a hole for receiving of the temperature stabilizer. The capping element is a detachable stuffing-box seal that includes a support ring installed on a round step in the well, a pressure ring, and thermally expanded graphite rings pressed therebetween.

Abstract: In one aspect, an apparatus for placement of a mat underwater is provided that includes a frame configured to be attached to a lifting mechanism and a connector mechanism disposed on the frame configured to couple to a first side of the mat and support the mat when coupled to and lifted by the first side. The apparatus also includes a release mechanism coupled to the connector mechanism and configured to release the mat from the connector mechanism upon receiving an input.

Abstract: A rollered grading assembly, including an elongated roller drum, an axle extending through the drum, an elongated housing partially enclosing the drum and connected to the axle, an elongated blade connected to the housing, a pivot rod perpendicular to the axle and connected to the housing, a coupler connected to the housing, and a pivot actuator connected to the coupler and housing. The coupler has a proximal end connected to the housing portion and positioned adjacent the roller drum and a spaced distal end extending away from the housing. Movement of the distal end a first distance while the proximal end remains stationary urges the housing to pivot around the drum and move the blade portion a second, shorter distance into a desired position relative grade.

Abstract: A control system for hybrid construction machine includes a regeneration motor configured to be rotated by working fluid introduced from a turning circuit, a pressure detector configured to detect a turning pressure during a turning operation of the turning motor or a braking pressure during a braking operation of the turning motor, a switching valve for turning regeneration configured to perform turning regeneration by introducing the working fluid from the turning circuit to the regeneration motor when being switched to an open position by a pressure of pilot fluid, an electromagnetic proportional pressure reducing valve configured to be switched to an open position and generate a pilot secondary pressure for switching the switching valve for turning regeneration to the open position when a pressure detected by the pressure detector reaches a first set pressure, and a pilot switching valve configured to allow the passage of the pilot fluid for switching the switching valve for turning regeneration to the op

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mechanical system (1), comprising a support (10), a wearing part (20) and a connecting device (30) between the wearing part (20) and the support thereof (10). The device (30) comprises an elastic sheath (40) provided with an internal cavity (47) and with an external wall (44) that is adjustable in a housing (14) of the support (10), and a pin (50) having an elongate body along a pin axis (X50).