Abstract: A structural element reinforced with composite materials comprises: a core part in a shape of an article and with sharp edges or corners rounded off, the core part having a first external surface forming about one half of an entire external surface of the article, the core part further having a second external surface forming about the other half of the entire external surface of the article; a first reinforcing cloth adhered on the first external surface of the core part, the first reinforcing cloth containing resin and reinforcing particles or fibrous materials; and a second reinforcing cloth adhered on the second external surface of the core part, the second reinforcing cloth containing resin and reinforcing particles or fibrous materials. A method of producing the structural element is also disclosed, in which the external surface of the structural element is divided into two surfaces (i.e.

Abstract: An article of footwear or other product may include a material element having a first layer, a second layer, a third layer, and at least one strand. The second layer is positioned between the first layer and the third layer, and the second layer is formed from a thermoplastic polymer material. The strand is located between the first layer and the second layer, and the strand lies substantially parallel to the second layer for a distance of at least five centimeters. In this configuration, the thermoplastic polymer material may join the first layer and the third layer to the second layer. The thermoplastic polymer material may also join the strand to the second layer.

Abstract: A chopped fiber bundle includes a large number of unidirectionally arranged reinforced fibers. The length of each of the reinforced fibers is in the range of 5 to 100 mm. The chopped fiber bundle has a transition segment in which the number of the reinforced fibers increases toward the central part of the chopped fiber bundle in the aligned direction of the reinforced fibers with both ends in the aligned of the reinforced fibers in the chopped fiber bundle being a starting point. The level of a change in total sectional area of the large number of reinforced fibers is not more than 0.05 mm2 per mm in the aligned direction of the reinforced fibers over the whole area in the longitudinal direction of the chopped fiber bundle.

Abstract: A pre-impregnated material includes a resin matrix reinforced with a fiber material. The matrix has a semi-crystalline layer based on semi-crystalline thermoplastic resin having a melting point Tf, on at least one side of which there is an amorphous surface layer based on amorphous thermoplastic resin having a glass transition temperature Tg, in which the glass transition temperature Tg of the amorphous thermoplastic resin is below the melting point Tf of the semi-crystalline thermoplastic resin.

Abstract: A method for producing a diamond electrode comprising synthetically produced and electrically conductive (doped) diamond particles, which are embedded into a support layer of electrically non-conductive material. The doped diamond particles are introduced as a single layer between two films that form the support layer, the films then being permanently connected to each other and the diamond particles being exposed on both sides of the support layer.

Abstract: The instant disclosure relates to a laminated composite and methods of making the same. The laminated composite includes a plurality of stacked prepregs having an interface formed between each pair of adjacent prepregs. Each prepreg includes a matrix material and reinforcing fibers dispersed therein. At least one fibrous veil is laminated to at least a portion of at least one of the interfaces, the at least one fibrous veil having graphite nano-platelets attached to at least one surface thereof.

Abstract: A method is described for forming a porous coating on the surface of a substrate such as an implantable prosthesis wherein a microstructure appliqué is made in the shape and depth of the area to be coated, adhesively attached to that area and subsequently bonded to the substrate through the application of an appropriate sintering treatment. Manufacture of the microstructure appliqué is accomplished through the transfer and deposition of one or more packed layers of uniformly-sized, metallic particles onto a shaped pattern followed by the addition of a binder solution for preserving the packing of particles and the integrity of the shaped piece. The method disclosed herein provides a means of making uniform and reproducible structures possessing uniform porosity and is adaptable to automation for producing larger quantities of appliqués, which may help in reducing costs associated with prosthetic implant production.

Abstract: A method for creating a tangible item (such as an “A” pillar garnishment 18) which increases the capacity of the item to absorb energy by the incorporation and/or addition of a plurality of adhesive-covered beads 25, and which utilizes the method and/or type of energy used to normally form the item to incorporate and/or add the adhesive-covered beads 25, thereby increasing efficiency while reducing cost. A new and novel tangible item, such as “A” pillar garnishment 18, having programmed energy absorption characteristics is also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention generally pertains to self propagating high temperature synthesis or combustion synthesis as a way of bonding materials. The present invention provides methods and an apparatus for bonding, preferably carbon-carbon composite materials, by combustion synthesis. Generally, the invention involves providing at least two carbon-carbon composite parts to be bonded and interspersing a combustion synthesis material in between the parts with each part in contact with the combustion synthesis material. The combustion synthesis material is then ignited, which initiates the combustion synthesis reaction. Typically, a ceramic material is formed which immediately freezes, bonding the parts together.

Abstract: The thermo-acoustic radiant membrane is designed for use on a floor beneath a spa, whirlpool or therapeutic bath, inertia base or similar. The membrane comprises a radiant layer made of a metallic film, on which a layer of rubber granules of varying size are hot-laminated with a bitumen elastomer to which other components can be added such as wood, mineral, synthetic, or vegetable fibres. The membrane is also provided with a water-impermeable layer to act as a vapour block. Said layer is made from polyethylene, polypropylene, polyester or metal is resistant to tearing, static crushing and tension and has a large capacity for stretching and is covered with bitumen elastomer. The bitumen elastomer layer on the water-impermeable layer is placed on the granule layer of the radiant layer in order to assemble the membrane by adhesion of the layers.

Abstract: A membrane filtering device includes a substrate, a support membrane supported by the substrate, and a separation membrane supported by the support membrane. The separation membrane includes material that is substantially embedded into pores of the underlying support membrane. Optionally, the support membrane includes particles that are also substantially embedded into pores of the substrate.

Abstract: In one embodiment of the present invention, a method for providing a fouling preventing coating, including pile fabric sheets, on a marine structure surface, includes applying a binder layer on the surface. The method further includes adhering the sheets to the binder layer in an non-overlapping way, creating the fouling preventing coating, and filling interspaces in the coating between the adhered sheets by adhering fibres to the binder layer in the interspaces.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of manufacturing laminate floor panels comprising at least a core containing wood/plastic composite (WPC) and a top layer of laminate. It includes the step of providing a granulate of WPC in which natural fibers are encapsulated in polymer plastics. There is provided a layer of granulate which is melted. The melted layer is pressed for forming the core of the panels. The top laminate is attached onto the core to form a sheet (S), and the sheet is finished to form one or more panels. The laminate panel comprises a core made of WPC, a basic layer melted to the core and a top laminate comprising at least one paper layer impregnated with impregnation material, such as melamine resin, and being attached to the basic layer through this impregnation material, or a plastic layer melted to a glass fiber basic layer.

Abstract: A method for producing a reinforced polyester non-woven material suitable for use as a roofing material, comprising: forming a mixture comprising glass fibers and a liquid binder; applying the mixture to a polyester non-woven material; and curing the liquid binder to form a layer comprising glass fibers that is attached to the polyester non-woven material.

Abstract: A target assembly including a plurality of target tiles bonded to a backing plate by adhesive, for example of indium or conductive polymer, filled into recesses in the backing plate formed beneath each of the target tiles. A sole peripheral recess formed as a rectangular close band may be formed inside the tile periphery. Additional recesses may be formed inside the peripheral recess, preferably symmetrically arranged about perpendicular bisectors of rectangular tiles. The depth and width of the recesses may be varied to control the amount of stress and the stress direction.

Abstract: A diamond membrane includes a substrate having a substrate surface and defining a normal line perpendicular to the substrate surface, a first bonding layer formed on the substrate surface of the substrate with the major axes of the bonding crystals thereof extending at an angle within 0˜45-degrees relative to the normal line, diamond grains evenly distributed over the exposed outer surface of the first bonding layer to force gaps among the bonding crystals of the first bonding layer sideways for enabling the diamond grains to be partially engaged into the first bonding layer and partially protruding over the exposed outer surface of the first bonding layer, and a second bonding layer formed on the surface of the first bonding layer and the periphery of the diamond grains with the major axes of the bonding crystals thereof extending at an angle within 45˜90-degrees to let the diamond grains partially protrude over the second bonding layer.

Abstract: Golf balls for use with a system for finding golf balls and methods for making such golf balls. In the case of one exemplary golf ball, the ball includes a shell, a core material and a tag having a diode which is coupled to an antenna which has at least a portion formed from an elastic conductive material, such as an elastic conductive ink. The core material may include a void for receiving at least part of the diode. Other golf balls are described and methods for making balls are also described.

Abstract: Some methods, and corresponding apparatus, for manufacturing photovoltaic subassemblies cause a plurality of desiccant beads to be adhered to an adhesive surface of sheet-like material; the sheet-like material is then, preferably, adhered to an exposed surface of a flexible and electrically non-conductive film, that covers a photovoltaic coating of a first substrate of the subassembly, such that the desiccant beads are held between the sheet-like material and the exposed surface. Some other methods, either alternatively or in addition to the above, include steps for applying the film, that covers the photovoltaic coating, wherein an opening, through the film, is cut, and then aligned, with lead wires of the photovoltaic coating, in the midst of applying the film.

Abstract: An impact resistant door skin, a door including the same, and a method of manufacturing an impact resistant door skin from a pre-formed door skin are provided. The method includes the steps of providing at least one preformed door skin and applying adhesive to a rear side of the at least one preformed door skin. A fiberglass mesh mat is pressed onto the rear side of the at least one preformed door skin. Then, chopped glass fibers coated with adhesive are sprayed onto the rear side of the at least one preformed door skin using a chopper gun to form a layer of chopped glass fibers on the fiberglass mesh mat. The performed door skin may be a molded door skin having at least one recessed panel formed therein.

Abstract: This invention refers to a method for manufacturing curved components (1) for furniture, particularly doors for furniture, comprising: a cold shaping phase of a first panel (2) made in a wooden, plastic or metal material to curve the first panel; a cold shaping phase of a second panel (4) made in a wooden, plastic or metal material to curve the second panel; a cold overlapping phase of the first curved panel, of at least one intermediate separating layer (3) and of the second curved panel by interposing glue between the intermediate layer and the first and second curved panel to make a curved component for furniture.

Abstract: An electrophoretic display device is provided. The electrophoretic display device comprises a first electrode provided on a surface of a first base member; second electrodes provided on a surface of a second base member so that the second electrodes are placed in a facing relationship with the first electrode; and a plurality of microcapsules provided between the first electrode and the second electrodes, the plurality of microcapsules each having an internal space filled with an electrophoretic dispersion liquid, and the electrophoretic dispersion liquid containing electrophoretic particles. The electrophoretic display device is configured so that spaces are formed between the adjacent microcapsules and between the first electrode and the second electrodes. The electrophoretic display device can exhibit superior display performance and can be driven with a low voltage and reduced electricity consumption. A method of manufacturing an electrophoretic display device and an electronic device are also provided.

Abstract: Reactive geocomposite mats, and their method of manufacture, for treating contaminants in sediment, soil or water that allow the passage of essentially non-contaminated water therethrough. The geocomposite mat includes a pre-formed woven or non-woven geotextile, that is needlepunched to an outer geotextile sheet layer to provide a high loft, structurally secured, pre-formed geotextile having a thickness of about 6 mm to about 200 mm, and having, a porosity sufficient to receive a powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material, contaminant-sorptive material, or a contaminant-neutralizing material (hereinafter collectively referred to as “contaminant-reactant material” or “contaminant-reactive material”) throughout its thickness, or in any portion of the thickness across its entire major surface(s). The powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material is disposed within the pores of the previously formed, high loft geotextile mat to surround the fibers, e.g.

Abstract: A kit and method that converts dog nose smudges deposited on a first surface into a form of dog nose art on a second surface.

Abstract: A composite structure comprising two polytetrafluoroethylene porous layers and a framework structural member having a plurality of gaps or openings, the framework structural member being disposed between the two polytetrafluoroethylene porous layers, wherein the composite structure is structured such that the polytetrafluoroethylene porous layers are united together by being adhered with each other through the gaps or openings of the framework structural member and such that the respective polytetrafluoroethylene porous layers (A1) and (A2) are united with the framework structural member closely along the surfaces of the respective constituent elements of the framework structural member in such a manner as to wrap the respective elements. The method of manufacturing the composite structure is characterized in that it includes a step of applying pressure through a mass of fine particles.

Abstract: The invention includes a method for reducing moire effect of an LCD device. An LCD device is provided comprising a liquid crystal panel having a front side and a back side. A light control film is placed on one side of the liquid crystal panel. The light control film comprises louver elements. A polarizer is placed on at least one side of the liquid crystal panel. At least one of the optical components placed on a front side of the liquid crystal panel is subjected to a haze treatment.

Abstract: A decorative laminate panel comprises compressible objects embedded inside, wherein the compressible objects would be flattened in unnatural shapes under conventional processes. For example, an exemplary decorative laminate product comprises thatch reed, willow reed, bamboo, weeds, grasses, twigs and branches of a tree or bush, beans, and so forth. In at least one exemplary implementation of the present invention, an extruded sheet, such as PETG or polycarbonate, is softened and melted around the compressible materials such that the compressible materials do not deform. Imperfections in the decorative laminate panel can be easily removed, thereby allowing for producing a high quality decorative laminate panel with high efficiency and relatively low cost compared with conventional methods and materials.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to sputtering targets used in semiconductor manufacturing. In particular, the invention relates to bonding the sputtering target to a backing plate that supports the sputtering target in a deposition chamber. In one embodiment, a method of bonding at least one sputtering target tile to a backing plate comprises providing an elastomeric adhesive layer between the at least one sputtering target tile and the backing plate, and providing at least one metal mesh within the elastomeric adhesive layer, wherein at least a portion of the at least one metal mesh contacts both the at least one sputtering target tile and the backing plate, and the at least a portion of the at least one metal mesh is made of metal wire with diameter greater than 0.5 mm.

Abstract: A conductive adhesive precursor has polyepoxide, free-radically polymerizable (meth)acrylate, conductive fibers, conductive substantially spherical particles, thixotrope, photoinitiator, and thermal curative. The conductive adhesive precursor can be cured to form a conductive adhesive useful for bonding two substrates together.

Abstract: A composite structure includes at least one resin matrix layer having a resin material and a plurality of fiber elements and a plurality of titanium particles provided in the resin material. A method of toughening a resin matrix layer is also disclosed.

Abstract: There are provided a sputtering target and a process for producing a sputtering target. The sputtering target includes a first layer located on its side to be sputter treated and a second layer located on its side not to be sputter treated. The first and second layers are bonded to each other through a bonding interface between the first layer and the second layer. The sputtering target satisfying the following requirements X and Y: requirement X: A/B?1.5 and requirement Y: A/C?1.5, wherein A represents an oxygen peak value for the bonding interface; B represents an oxygen peak value for the first layer; and C represents an oxygen peak value for the second layer. The sputtering target is advantageous in that a spent sputtering target can be recycled to utilize resources and can form a thin film while effectively preventing the occurrence of abnormal discharge and splash.

Abstract: A process for the production of moldings of compressed expanded graphite includes producing three-dimensional moldings of compressed graphite expandate by bonding together two-dimensional pre-formed pieces of pre-compressed expanded graphite under the influence of pressure to provide single-piece moldings. A process for conducting, exchanging or storing heat using the moldings and a process for producing a heat storage device, are also provided.

Abstract: A fuel cell comprises a first electrode, a second electrode, an electrolyte, and an electrically conductive first dot pattern contact layer disposed on the first electrode. The first dot pattern contact layer includes a plurality of discrete protrusions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a magnesium-based composite material includes at least two magnesium-based metallic layers; and at least one magnesium-based composite layer respectively sandwiched by the at least two magnesium-based metallic layers. The present invention also relates to a method for fabricating a magnesium-based composite material, the method includes the steps of: (a) providing at least two magnesium-based plates; (b) providing a plurality of nanoscale reinforcements; (c) sandwiching the nanoscale reinforcements between the at least two magnesium-based plates to form a preform; and (d) hot pressing the preform to achieve the magnesium-based composite material.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a sheet-shaped body in which a powder particle layer is sandwiched between a base sheet to which a bonding agent is applied and a covering sheet so as to be bonded into an integral body, is provided with the steps of: shifting the base sheet, the powder particle layer and the covering sheet, with each of the sheets and the layer being held on the respective roller face, and after the powder particle layer has been transferred onto the base sheet, bonding the base sheet, the powder particle layer and the covering sheet into an integral form. Thus, the powder particle layer can be fixed to a predetermined position in a stable manner.

Abstract: A tack film material comprises a carrier substrate comprising a polymer film having first and second major surfaces. A surface layer on the first and second major surfaces comprises a resinous non-asphaltic material or a material including about 50% or more resinous non-asphaltic component and about 50% or less of asphaltic component. The surface layer is capable of forming a bond with an adjacent layer of asphaltic paving material, when the surface layer is heated to a temperature of about 120° C. or more under a pressure that is applied to the tack film material by an overlying layer of the asphaltic paving material having a thickness of about 3.8 cm (1.5 inch) or more laid. The surface layer is not tacky at a temperature of about 20° C. and a pressure of about one atmosphere.

Abstract: An inflatable balloon, and method of making same, for a medical catheter includes a base layer or non-compliant balloon substrate, a reinforcing layer, an adhesive. layer adhering the reinforcing layer to the non-compliant balloon substrate, and a top coat layer. The reinforcing layer is a single ply matrix of interwoven strands applied to the non-compliant balloon substrate. There are preferably three sets of strands in the single ply matrix. One set of strands extends in a longitudinal direction. Another set of strands extends circumferentially in a helical fashion with a clockwise orientation at an angle of approximately 65° with the strands that extend in the longitudinal direction. The third set of strands extends circumferentially in a helical fashion with a counter-clockwise orientation at an angle of approximately 65° with the strands that extend in the longitudinal direction.

Abstract: A method is described for the manufacture of a composite absorbent material comprising the following stages: superabsorbent particles (P) are distributed on at least one first textile web (V1); said at least one textile web and said particles are impregnated with a highly water-soluble bonding agent; said bonding agent is dried and the particles are induced to adhere to said at least one textile web.

Abstract: A composite material, the composite material comprising at least one prepreg, said prepreg comprising at least one polymeric resin and at least one fibrous reinforcement; and conducting particles dispersed in the polymeric resin.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for manufacturing electromagnetic interference shields for use in nonconductive housings of electronic equipment. In one embodiment, the shield may include an electrically nonconductive substrate, such as a thermoformable film, coated with an electrically conductive element, such as an extensible ink or a combination of conductive fibers with an extensible film. In one embodiment, a compressible conductive perimeter gap gasket may be formed by using a form in place process.

Abstract: A honeycomb filter includes a honeycomb body including first and second cells extending along its longitudinal direction. The first cells have upstream opening ends and downstream closing ends opposite to the upstream opening ends along the longitudinal direction. The second cells have upstream closed ends and downstream opening ends opposite to the upstream closed ends along the longitudinal direction. The honeycomb body further includes cell walls intervening between the first cells and the second cells to define the first cells and second cells and extending between the upstream opening ends and the downstream closing ends and between the upstream closed ends and the downstream opening ends. A porosity of the cell walls is about 75% to about 95%. Ceramic particles are provided in the cell wall. A concentration of the ceramic particles in the wall decreases from the first cells to the second cells.

Abstract: Layered carbon electrodes for use in, for example, Capacitive Deionization (CDI) of a fluid stream or, for example, an electric double layer capacitor (EDCL). Methods of making the layered carbon electrodes are also described. The layered carbon electrode comprises an electrically conductive porous layer and an adjacent layer comprising carbon particles in contact with the electrically conductive porous layer. A thermoplastic material is infused in the electrically conductive porous layer and provides a bond to the carbon particles at the interface of the electrically conductive porous layer and the adjacent layer comprising carbon particles.

Abstract: A membrane electrode assembly for fuel cell includes a membrane, a cathode electrode layer, a cathode gas diffusion layer, an anode electrode layer, and an anode gas diffusion layer. At least one of the cathode electrode layer and the anode electrode layer includes a catalytic layer, and a water-repellent layer. The catalytic layer contains first electrically-conductive fibers and a catalyst, and is disposed on a side of the membrane in the thickness-wise direction of the membrane electrode assembly. The water-repellent layer contains second electrically-conductive fibers and a water repellent, and is disposed more away from the membrane than the catalytic layer is disposed in the thickness-wise direction of the membrane electrode assembly. The first electrically-conductive fibers exhibit a first fibrous average length. The second electrically-conductive fibers exhibit a second fibrous average length. The first average fibrous length is longer than the second average fibrous length.

Abstract: A pull-apart fragrance sampler laminate is constructed by dispersing microcapsules containing fragrance oil into a quick setting adhesive. The resulting dispersion is applied to a surface of a substrate and then covered with an overlayer. The substrate and overlayer adhere to the dispersion until they are pulled apart whereby the microcapsules are fractured, releasing the fragrance. The substrate may be a continuous web of two-layer stock having a silicone coated liner and a release layer on which the dispersion is coated for making fragrance samplers in the form of die cut labels. The dispersion may be applied to the substrate by a relief printing plate at a station of a printing press through which the substrate and cover layer are transported.

Abstract: A method of joining dissimilar materials having different ductility, involves two principal steps: Decoration of the more ductile material's surface with particles of a less ductile material to produce a composite; and, sinter-bonding the composite produced to a joining member of a less ductile material. The joining method is suitable for joining dissimilar materials that are chemically inert towards each other (e.g., metal and ceramic), while resulting in a strong bond with a sharp interface between the two materials. The joining materials may differ greatly in form or particle size. The method is applicable to various types of materials including ceramic, metal, glass, glass-ceramic, polymer, cermet, semiconductor, etc., and the materials can be in various geometrical forms, such as powders, fibers, or bulk bodies (foil, wire, plate, etc.). Composites and devices with a decorated/sintered interface are also provided.

Abstract: A method for the production of a laminate is provided, comprising the steps of: 1) providing a stack of layers including a decorative layer, a core layer, and optionally an overlayer; 2) impregnating one or both of the decorative layer and overlayer with a resin formulation that includes nanoclay particles disposed within a thermoset resin, wherein the concentration of the nanoclay particles within the thermoset resin is great enough to form a physical barrier within the resin and low enough to avoid a hazy appearance; and 3) subjecting the stack of layers to sufficient heat and pressure to cause the layers to bond to one another. According to an aspect of the present invention, a laminate is provided producible by the above-described method.

Abstract: This invention provides novel nanofibers and nanofiber structures which posses adherent properties, as well as the use of such nanofibers and nanofiber comprising structures in the coupling and/or joining together of articles or material.

Abstract: A low density oriented strand board has an average density of less than about 1.5 times the density of wood species used in the board and a homogenous vertical density profile. Low density OSB may be formed by preheating the wood finish prior to pressing, controlling the moisture content such that the core layer has a higher moisture content than the face layers, or a combination of pre-heating and moisture content control.

Abstract: An electrical terminal includes a generally planar base pad having two opposed legs and an intermediate portion. The base pad legs have proximal and distal ends and are joined at the proximal ends to the intermediate portion. The legs are spaced apart from each other to form a gap between the legs. The base pad legs have inner edges facing each other which extend away from each other moving away from the proximal ends of the base pad legs to the distal ends. A connector arm having a neck extends upwardly from the intermediate portion of the base pad between the base pad legs and terminates in a blade connector for engaging with a mating terminal. The neck has a proximal end with a width that is less than the gap between the proximal ends of the base pad legs by about ½ mm to 3 mm. The neck has a narrowing section moving away from the proximal end of the neck.

Abstract: A method of making stretchable absorbent articles includes the steps of providing a continuous substrate layer, providing one or more streams of adhesive fibers and superabsorbent particles, shaping the one or more streams of adhesive fibers and superabsorbent particles, depositing the adhesive fibers and superabsorbent particles on the substrate layer to form a plurality of shaped absorbent cores bound to the substrate layer, and separating the absorbent cores from each other. The absorbent cores thus formed do not prevent stretching of the substrate layer. The combination of absorbent core and substrate layer can be used in a wide variety of personal care absorbent articles and medical absorbent articles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing a laminate with at least one powder layer, wherein the powder layer is continuously produced. A binder 164 is applied at least in strips to a first layer 167. The binder 164 comes to lie crosswise to a direction of movement of the first layer 167 between powder layers that are separated from one another. A second layer 169 is continuously supplied to the first layer 167 so that the first layer 167 and the second layer 169 surround the powder layer 168. Furthermore, the invention relates to an apparatus for continuously producing a laminate.