Abstract: A GaAs crystal (35) has ?x(1) not greater than 20 cm?1 in an expression 1 ? ? ? x ? ( 1 ) = ? i = 1 s ? ? X i - X BL ? s Expression ? ? 1 where xi represents a Raman shift of a first peak attributed to oscillation of a longitudinal optical phonon of GaAs in a Raman spectrum measured at an ith point in measurement of Raman spectra at s points in a (100) plane, xBL represents a Raman shift of an emission line peak of neon, and i and s are each a natural number greater than 0.

Abstract: A manufacturing method includes: (1) providing M-M? nanowires, wherein M? is at least one sacrificial metal different from M; and (2) subjecting the M-M? nanowires to electrochemical de-alloying to form jagged M nanowires.

Abstract: The invention discloses a method for preparing nylon yarns. The method comprises the following steps: mixing, blending, spinning, cooling and then winding an organic copper complex, color masterbatches and PA6 slices into bobbins, wherein the organic copper complex is obtained after a coordinated ionic liquid reacts with copper powder oxidized by an oxidant, and the color masterbatches are obtained through blending granulation of the PA6 slices, germanium powder slurry and modified negative ion far-infrared powder. The method has the beneficial effect that the nylon yarns obtained by the preparation method are healthier and safer to the human body.

Abstract: A problem of the invention is to provide a colored organic fiber that has a deep color and excellent flame retardancy, a cloth and garments each composed of the foregoing organic fiber, and a method for producing a cloth. To solve this problem, a colored organic fiber having a content of a carrier agent of 1.8% by mass or less relative to the fiber mass is provided. A cloth or garments are obtained, if desired.

Abstract: The invention relates to melt spun multifilaments based on thermoplastic polyurethane, their production and the use of said melt spun multifilaments to produce technical textiles and clothing such as socks, stockings, compression textiles like medical bandage, surgical hose, orthopedic elastic bandage, sport textiles, underwear etc.

Abstract: A carbon fiber bundle is characterized in that a ratio (n/N) of a number n of pairs wherein a flaw of 50 nm in size or more is present on at least one of the fracture surfaces forming the pair to a total number N of pairs of fiber fracture surfaces selected at random after performing a single fiber tensile test for a gauge length of 10 mm is 35% or less, and in that a single-fiber diameter d is 4.3 ?m or more.

Abstract: The present disclosure related to a system and method for recycling fibers from textiles waste. The system includes a first sanitization device; a pre-processing device; a fabric sorting device; a storage device; a fiber processing device; and a second sanitization device mounted in the fiber processing device. The first sanitization device, the pre-processing device, the fabric sorting device, the storage device and the fiber processing device are arranged along a transmission path of the textiles waste.

Abstract: Provided is a multiple gauze fabric having excellent friction strength while maintaining skin feel like twistless yarn fabric. The multiple gauze fabric is constituted from a first gauze structure as a front surface, a second gauze structure as a back surface, and a third gauze structure as an intermediate layer. The first gauze structure is formed using a first twisted yarn as a warp, and using a second twisted yarn as a weft. The second gauze structure is formed using a third twisted yarn as a weft, and a fourth twisted yarn as a warp. The third gauze structure is formed using a fifth twisted yarn as a warp, and a sixth twisted yarn as a weft. The twist coefficient of second and fourth twisted yarn is 3.0 or less. The twist coefficient of first, third, fifth and sixth twisted yarn is 3.3 or more.

Abstract: Gripper band (1) for a gripper weaving machine with a first part (13),a second part (14)and two longitudinal ribs (21), el wherein a thickness of the second part (14) near a centerline (31) of the gripper band (1) is larger than a thickness of the first part (13) near the centerline (31) of the gripper band (1), and in that the gripper band (1) comprising the first part (13), the second part (14) and the longitudinal ribs (21) is one single, integral structure formed of composite material. Gripper unit for a gripper weaving machine with a gripper (2, 3) and such a gripper band (1).

Abstract: Knitted components may include a first knit layer including a first yarn, a second knit layer, and a plurality of inlaid courses of a high tenacity yarn having a tenacity of at least six grams-force per denier. The plurality of inlaid courses of the high tenacity yarn may include at least three courses of high tenacity yarn, each of which may be separated from an adjacent course of the first plurality of courses of the high tenacity yarn by no more than five courses of the first yarn.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an article. The article may include a first tubular rib structure and a second tubular rib structure. A webbed area may be located between the first tubular rib structure and the second tubular rib structure. The webbed area may have a first portion with a first width and a second portion with a second width, where the first width may be larger than the second width. The webbed area may be at least partially formed from a first yarn.

Abstract: The machine for making an upper for a shoe comprises a reel holder rack, a dial and a sinker crown, a needle cylinder with a vertical axis and forward and backward movement having a plurality of grooves, inside of which the (needles) are slidable, controlled by selection means thereof, a cup element, at least four feeders assembled along the circumference of the machine, guide means, first braking means, first recovery means for recovering each of the threads to be fed to said needles for forming the upper and a suction bell for unloading said upper, below said first braking means at least second braking means being present for braking or locking each thread for the formation of said upper during at least the first part of the return movement of said needle holder cylinder and second recovery means for recovering said thread from said cylinder, preventing its recovery by a reel of said reels, said second braking means being activated and deactivated by said second recovery means.

Abstract: A sewing machine and the method for closing open end of tubular knitted articles. The sewing machine is configured to knit and close the open end of a tubular knitted article, comprising a frame, a knitting head and a thread cutter. The knitting head and the thread cutter are disposed rotatably on the frame, the knitting head has a needle, a needle-shaped hook and a knot making peg to form thread knots, and the thread cutter is configured to cut the knitting thread, wherein the thread cutter is configured in a fashion of making a relative movement to the knitting head.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an article that includes a nonwoven substrate and a film supported by the nonwoven substrate. The film can include a first polymer and a polymer that is immiscible with the first polymer. The first polymer can include a polyolefin and the second polymer can include a polycycloolefin, a polymethylpentene, or a copolymer thereof.

Abstract: A process for producing nonwoven materials is disclosed. The process of comprises the following steps: a) providing a three-phase (gas-liquid-solid) suspension containing: the natural and/or manmade fibres; a surfactant; 20-48 vol. % of air, b) providing a first moving carrier sieve, c) applying the three-phase suspension onto the first moving carrier sieve to produce a fibrous web, d) removing aqueous residue of the three-phase suspension through the first carrier sieve, e) recycling the aqueous residue to step a), f) pre-integrating the fibrous web by flushing the web with 0.0005-0.05 m3 of water per m3 of applied three-phase suspension, at a pressure of 5-50 bar, and collecting flushed water, g) transferring the pre-integrated fibrous web from said first moving carrier sieve to a second moving carrier sieve, said second moving carrier sieve having a porosity which is smaller than the porosity of said first moving carrier sieve, h) hydroentangling the fibrous web on said second moving carrier.

Abstract: The invention relates to a thermal insulation product based on mineral wool comprising mineral fibers, the product comprising two main faces and longitudinal and transverse edges perpendicular to the main faces, the product being characterized by the following orientation fractions: a longitudinal orientation fraction greater than or equal to 48%, or even 50%, along an angle of more or less 6° with respect to the plane of the main faces, when the mineral fibers are counted only in a longitudinal cross-section, and a mean orientation fraction greater than or equal to 40%, or even 45%, along an angle of more or less 6° with respect to the plane of the main faces, when the mineral fibers are counted both in a transverse cross-section and in a longitudinal cross-section. The invention allows the insulating power of a thermal insulation product based on mineral wool to be improved without increasing its thickness.

Abstract: A heat dissipation apparatus for a sewing machine including a forepart and a motor shaft horizontally projecting out of the forepart includes a sleeve releasably secured to the motor shaft and including a first fan mounted thereon; a stator seat including an axial channel with the sleeve rotatably disposed through, and a plurality of first air inlets; and a guide member fastened between the stator seat and the forepart and including a disc-shaped opening with the first fan rotatably disposed therein. In response to activating the first fan, air is drawn through the first air inlets and a gap between the stator seat and the guide member prior to exiting the forepart.

Abstract: A method of controlling a washing machine includes the steps of: processing the laundry by using the water supplied together with detergent; draining the water, rotating the inner tub at a high speed, and operating the pump to drain the water discharged from the laundry; rotating the inner tub at a first speed and supplying the water into the inner tub via the dispenser; stopping the supply of water through the dispenser, rotating the inner tub at a second speed, and supplying the water into the inner tub through the spray nozzle; stopping the supply of water through the spray nozzle and alternately rotating the pulsator at a third speed in both directions; stopping rotation of the pulsator, rotating the inner tub at the second speed, and supplying the water into the inner tub through the spray nozzle; operating the pump to drain the outer tub; and rotating the inner tub at a high speed, and operating the pump to drain the water discharged from the laundry.

Abstract: A clutch device may include an actuator and a clutch member structured to be driven by the actuator to perform mechanical connection and disconnection. The actuator may include an output arm having an operating point which drives the clutch member, a support point which swingably supports the output arm at a position separated from the operating point of the output arm, a clutch motor, and a reduction gear mechanism structured to transmit a drive force of the clutch motor to a force point provided between the operating point of the output arm and the support point.

Abstract: A laundry washing machine equipped with a treating agents dispenser comprising a drawer having an upper side comprising one or more open-top compartments for receiving at least one agent for treating laundry and a water distributor arranged above said drawer. A cover element is arranged between the drawer and the water distributor and the cover element comprises at least one aperture positioned above one of said one or more open-top compartments.

Abstract: A marine clothes dryer includes a system for recovering waste heat from cooling water in a cylinder liner, a clothes drying system, and a regenerator system. The system for recovering waste heat from cooling water includes an engine cylinder liner, a water collector, and an air-water heat exchanger. The clothes drying system includes a drying chamber, a circulating fan, a supply duct, and an exhaust duct. The regenerator system includes a gravity heat pipe exchanger with a condensing section and an evaporating section. A fresh air inlet is arranged at one side of the condensing section, and the other side thereof is in communication with one side of the air-water heat exchanger. The other side of the air-water heat exchanger is in communication with the drying chamber. One side of the evaporating section is provided with an exhaust port, and the other side thereof is in communication with the drying chamber.

Abstract: A clothes dryer (100), a method and device (200) for calculating a humidity value of clothes in the clothes dryer. The method for calculating the humidity value includes: acquiring sampling points of a humidity sensor during a first time period; extracting a maximum value from the sampling points, and generating a maximum-value accumulated value; acquiring maximum-value accumulated values during a second time period, and generating an average value; acquiring a current maximum value during a current first time period; and generating a current humidity value.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bio-based polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) composition suitable as a binder for fiber based materials, textiles, woven and nonwoven materials, said PEC composition comprising cationic biopolymer, anionic biopolymer, acid and preservative, and wherein the net charge of the PEC is cationic, the charge ratio of the anionic polymer and the cationic polymer is ?1, the cationic biopolymer is chitosan, the anionic biopolymer is a polyanion derived from nature, the acid is a Brønsted acid and/or a Lewis acid, wherein the Brønsted acid is selected from any organic and/or inorganic acids, and wherein the Lewis acid is selected from any cationic mono- or multivalent atom, the weight ratio between cation and anion is 1:0.1 to 1:20, the weight ratio between the cation and acid is 1:0.01 to 1:30, chitosan has a degree of deacetylation being 66-100%, the pH is less than 7, and wherein said composition further comprises one or more non-water soluble particles.

Abstract: A safe and environmentally friendly pulping aid comprising a mixture of natural terpene-based chemicals and a dispersant blend. The pulping aid is used in the pulping of lignocellulosic biomass to simultaneously increase screened pulp yield and reduce the extractives content of pulp. The flash point of the pulping aid is at least 49° C.

Abstract: Cellulosic materials modified with a surface modifier to promote compatibility with a hydrophobic material and methods for producing surface-modified cellulosic materials are provided. The methods include providing a slurry of a cellulosic material and adding a surface modifier to the slurry. The surface modifier may be added to the slurry in a soluble form and precipitated by adjusting the pH. The surface-modified cellulosic material may be solvent-dried and/or dried using conventional drying methods to enhance hydrophobicity. To solvent-dry the surface-modified cellulosic material, a solvent is added to an aqueous slurry of the surface-modified cellulosic material to form an azeotrope. The azeotrope has a boiling point that is less than the boiling point of the solvent. The slurry is distilled to remove the azeotrope from the surface-modified cellulose material. The solvent is removed from the surface-modified cellulose material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new process for creating foam in a process for manufacturing a paper or board product. According to the present invention, certain types of antimicrobial starch is used in the creation of the foam.

Abstract: The present invention relates to belts useful in the manufacture of paper products, such as tissue paper. Particularly this invention relates to a belt used in a through-air drying process for making tissue products, and more particularly to an additively manufactured belt having a particular pattern thereon which imparts properties to tissue products manufactured therewith.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the production of a film comprising microfibrillated cellulose, wherein the method comprises the steps of; providing a suspension comprising between 70 weight-% to 100 weight-% of microfibrillated cellulose based on total dry weight, forming a fibrous web of said suspension, drying the web in a drying equipment wherein the web is at least partly dried at a drying rate above 75 kg(H2O)/m2/h by use of hot air whereby a film is formed. The invention also relates to a film produce according to the method and a paper or paperboard substrate comprising said film.

Abstract: The present application relates to a cross-linked fiber and more specifically to fibers that have been subjected to cold caustic extraction (at less than 60° C.) to reduce the hemicellulose content of the fibers by at least 50% and then cross-linked with a cross-linking agent that is curable at a modest temperature, such as less than 160° C. The treated cross-linked fibers preferably have a hemicellulose content that is less than 5% by weight of the fiber. Preferable cross-linking agents are polyamide-epichlorohydrin (PAE) resins, polyamide-polyamine-epichlorohydrin (PPE) resins, and polydiallylamine-epichlorohydrin resins. The cross-linked fibers are readily dispersible in water even without fiberization and generally form webs and products having relatively few knits or knots. As such, the cross-linked fibers of the present invention are well suited for use in the manufacture of tissue webs and products, particularly wet-laid tissue webs and products.

Abstract: Provided are a method for manufacturing paper with which it is possible to easily manufacture paper wherein water-filterability and yield are excellent and hydrophilia is suppressed without using a cationic polymer or silica, a device for manufacturing an additive for manufacturing paper, and a device for manufacturing paper. The method for manufacturing paper is a method having a reactant generating step for generating a reactant by subjecting an acrylamide polymer to a Hoffman elimination reaction, and a supply step for supplying the reactant to a paper machine within 24 hours of the start of the Hoffman elimination reaction. The acrylamide polymer preferably includes an acrylamide polymer having a intrinsic viscosity of 12.5-28 dl/g and anionization of 0.3 meq/g or less.

Abstract: A dispersible wet wipe includes a layer of cellulosic fibers. In one embodiment, a first binder is applied in a coating N comprising randomly distributed deposits of the binder. A second binder is applied in an intermittent pattern on the surface to define first regions on the surface that include first binder but no second binder and to define second regions on the surface that include both first binder and second binder. The first and second binders can have the same chemical composition. In a second embodiment, a first binder is applied to a web surface in a first pattern, and, after applying the first binder, a second binder is applied to the web surface in a second pattern that is different than the first pattern. In a third embodiment, a binder is applied to a web surface in a pattern, the pattern having first regions and second regions, wherein the add-on level of the binder in the first regions is lower than the add-on level of the binder in the second regions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bio-based polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) composition suitable as a binder for fiber based materials, textiles, woven and nonwoven materials. The PEC composition comprises cationic biopolymer, anionic biopolymer acid and a polymer, and is further characterized in that the net charge of the PEC is cationic, the charge ratio of the anionic polymer and the cationic polymer is ?1, the cationic biopolymer is chitosan, wherein the concentration of cation is 0.005-30%, the anionic biopolymer is polyanions derived from nature, the acid is a Brønsted acid and/or a Lewis acid, wherein the Brønsted acid is selected from any organic and/or inorganic acids, wherein the Lewis acid is selected from any cationic mono- or multivalent atom, the weight ratio between cation and anion is 1:0.1 to 1:20, the weight ratio between the cation and acid is 1:0.01 to 1:30, chitosan has a degree of deacetylation being 66-100%, and the pH is less than 7.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides high bulk tissue products, as well as an apparatus and methods for manufacturing the same. The tissue products provided herein not only have high bulk, but they also have improved surface smoothness, particularly compared to tissue products of similar basis weights.

Abstract: A method of increasing the density and reducing the bulk of multi-ply paper products allowing one to reduce the roll size or increase the roll content, while minimizing the destruction of favorable product attributes.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to improved packaging materials containing oxidized cellulose. More particularly, this disclosure relates to improved packaging materials containing oxidized cellulose exhibiting one or more of improved odor control and/or improved antimicrobial properties. This disclosure further relates to the use of oxidized cellulose in packaging materials as an anti-counterfeiting agent, and methods of testing for the same.

Abstract: Novel systems and methods are disclosed for fully automated creation of plated ties and/or pre-fabricated sections of railroad track away from and for shipment to an installation site.

Abstract: A portable rail weld milling machine apparatus comprises a metal frame that incorporates a motor with a rotary carbide tool that is able to lock to a rail or rails for stability. The apparatus houses the required guides and motors to maneuver the tool on a plurality of axes with computer numerical control (“CNC”). The CNC programming is able to control the carbide tool such that the welded rail can be milled to proper profile on the entire running surface, including the top, the field side, and the gauge side of the ball of the rail.

Abstract: A method of applying building a pavement structure using a polymer modified hot-applied tack coat is disclosed. This polymer modified tack coat is non-adhesive at ambient temperatures, and, thus, also non tracking. The tack is applied while hot, but cools quickly. The subsequent application of hot mix asphalt results in a superior bond between the asphalt layer and the tack layer. It is particularly well suited to bonded friction course applications since it removes the necessity of specialized spray paving machinery and allows the use of conventional asphalt distributors and pavers.

Abstract: Concrete based reinforced road structure covered by asphalt that comprises a basic layer (1) made of concrete with a substantially horizontal upper surface and placed directly or through a subconstruction on the ground and at least one mould cover layer (2) thereon made of asphalt, and support elements (3) positioned between the basic layer (1) and the cover layer (2), wherein the support elements (3) are inserted in a predetermined depth in the basic layer (1) prior to the setting thereof so that they are partially projecting out of the basic layer (1) in normal direction to the upper surface, and the projecting portion provides protection to the cover layer (2) against being displaced relative to the basic layer (1) under loads to which the road is exposed, and the support elements (3) are flat stripes with walls being substantially normal to the surface of the basic layer (1) and comprising subsequent sections with differing directions to form respective meandering lines.

Abstract: A stamped steel detectable warning tile and method of forming such is described that includes preforming structures in the tile and subsequently coining the structures to form tactile portions to provide satisfactory end results. Further, the tactile portions can be formed in a staggered fashion along a press to distribute tonnage and extend the lifespan of the press, as well as control a curvature of the tile due to the press operations.

Abstract: A millable, recyclable, paving fabric interlayer system for the construction and repair of roadways and other load-bearing surfaces and method of using such a fabric is disclosed. The paving fabric includes thermoplastic materials and is combined with asphalt cement to provide a flexible, stress relieving, waterproofing layer for roadways. Because of the thickness and asphalt cement absorption of the fabric, the system provides a stress absorbing interlayer to resist fatigue and reflective cracking in pavements. The system also acts as an effective moisture barrier due to the enhanced capability to retain sufficient asphalt cement when paved onto a roadway. Such a system has the required strength and elongation to be installed on smooth or milled surfaces yet is easily milled and recycled owing to the uniquely engineered tensile and tear strengths of the fabric.

Abstract: A water collecting boundary block includes a body having an opened upper portion and a space portion formed therein, a grating which is seated on the body, and through which a plurality of rainwater inlets are formed, and a drain part formed at one side of a lower end of the body so as to be connected to the space portion, to provide water stored in the space portion to a ground.

Abstract: The present application provides a functionalized filament for artificial turf, a method of manufacturing said filament and a field of artificial turf in which said filament is incorporated. The functionalized filament for artificial turf comprising polyolefin, such as polyethylene or polypropylene, and a compatibilizer that has a high affinity with polyurethane. The compatibilizers can be distributed in the filament uniformly or non-uniformly. The compatibilizer comprises a polyolefin polymer functionalized with various functional groups or their derivatives, such as amine, imide, hydroxyl, acid, anhydride, or acrylic.

Abstract: A continuous asphalt mixture production plant based on double-horizontal-shaft forced mixing includes a cold aggregate bin, a continuous aggregate conveying and metering system, a drying drum, an aggregate elevator, a double-horizontal-shaft continuous mixing host, a continuous asphalt metering and conveying system, a continuous powder conveying and metering system and a finished product bin. The double-horizontal-shaft continuous mixing host includes a first double-horizontal-shaft mixing cylinder and a second double-horizontal-shaft mixing cylinder connected in series. The first double-horizontal-shaft mixing cylinder is provided with an aggregate inlet, an asphalt inlet, a powder inlet and a first discharging port, and the second double-horizontal-shaft mixing cylinder is provided with a mixture inlet and a second discharging port.

Abstract: A protective coating system for a railway structure having a waterproof membrane and a ballast mat. The waterproof membrane is disposed on the railway structure. The ballast mat further has a ballast protection coating and a sealing layer. The ballast protection coating is a rubber compound and is disposed on the waterproof membrane. The sealing layer is disposed on the ballast protection layer.

Abstract: A modular cover panel including two or more cover panels that cover a parapet or barrier along a roadway. Multiple cover segments may overlap one another to form the modular cover panel and each cover panel is individually hung or suspended by brackets affixed to the parapet. Each cover segment has one more surfaces intersecting with other to cover the parapet and a top surface that overhangs a top surface of the parapet. A cable may be disposed through a slot of a hanging bracket and a pin may secure the cable thereby providing a mechanical attachment to the assembly.

Abstract: A bridge overhang bracket assembly includes a top member, a diagonal member and a side member. The top and diagonal members are pivotally attached proximate to respective outer and upper ends thereof. The top and side members are pivotally attached proximate to respective inner and top ends thereof. The diagonal and side members are pivotally attached proximate to respective lower and bottom ends thereof. The side member is configured so that its length between the bottom and top ends is adjustable.

Abstract: A retroreflector element is divided into multiple reflection regions. The triples of a first reflection region are designed for the purpose of reflecting incident light beams parallel to the preferred direction, at a narrow angle distribution. The side surfaces of the triples of the first reflection region preferably stand precisely perpendicular on one another. The second reflection region is designed to reflect another part of the incident light falling onto the retroreflection element, independent of the preferred direction, at an observation angle between 0° and 2°. The second reflection region ensures that the retroreflection element remains visible at an observation angle up to at least 2°, even perpendicular to the preferred direction.

Abstract: The invention provides a security barrier section (10) which has first (12) and second (14) barrier islands and cables (28, 30) there between. Each barrier island comprises a cast concrete block (16) having a front face and a rear face and a spring steel post (22) extending upwardly from a top face of the cast concrete block at a location between the front face and the rear face. An attachment means (26) is located on, or extending from, at least one of the front face and the rear face. At least one first cable (28) extends between the spring steel posts (22) of said the first (12) and second (14) barrier islands and is attached thereto by cable attachments. At least one second cable (30) extends between the attachment means (26) of said first (12) and second (14) barrier islands and is also attached thereto by cable attachments. The cable attachments are configured to allow said cable to slip in said cable attachment under loading.

Abstract: A road or parking lot sweeper head comprises a sweeper base chassis comprised of a wheel carriage having at least two wheels attached. The wheel carriage attaches to an outer side of the sweeper base chassis and comprises a first wheel on a first side of the sweeper base chassis and a second wheel on a second side of the sweeper base chassis. Wherein the first wheel and the second wheel position the sweeper head above a surface at a proper operating height for an associated vacuum and to engage the surface in operation and prevent any portion of the sweeper head from contacting and damaging said surface.