Abstract: A diffusion barrier coating includes, in an exemplary embodiment, a composition selected from the group consisting of a solid-solution alloy comprising rhenium and ruthenium wherein the ruthenium comprises about 50 atom % or less of the composition and where a total amount of rhenium and ruthenium is greater than 70 atom %; an intermetallic compound including at least one of Ru(TaAl) and Ru2TaAl, where Ru(TaAl) has a B2 structure and Ru2TaAl has a Heusler structure; and an oxide dispersed in a metallic matrix wherein greater than about 50 volume percent of the matrix comprises the oxide.

Abstract: A dispenser for a liquid crystal display panel includes a substrate on which at least one image display is formed, a table on which the substrate having at least one image display part is loaded, and at least one syringe horizontally movable to change position in relation to the table for supplying a sealant on the substrate to form a seal pattern.

Abstract: The invention provides a lithographic method referred to as “dip pen” nanolithography (DPN). DPN utilizes a scanning probe microscope (SPM) tip (e.g., an atomic force microscope (AFM) tip) as a “pen,” a solid-state substrate (e.g., gold) as “paper,” and molecules with a chemical affinity for the solid-state substrate as “ink.” Capillary transport of molecules from the SPM tip to the solid substrate is used in DPN to directly write patterns consisting of a relatively small collection of molecules in submicrometer dimensions, making DPN useful in the fabrication of a variety of microscale and nanoscale devices. The invention also provides substrates patterned by DPN and kits for performing DPN. The invention further provides a method of performing AFM imaging in air. The method comprises coating an AFM tip with a hydrophobic compound, the hydrophobic compound being selected so that AFM imaging performed using the coated AFM tip is improved compared to AFM imaging performed using an uncoated AFM tip.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a printing formulation comprising monodisperse particles, at least one curing agent, at least one initiator and a solvent, as well as to the use of these formulations and to substances printed with these formulations.

Abstract: A process for producing three-dimensional shaped ceramic bodies by layerwise printing of a suspension comprising the constituents required for formation of the shaped ceramic bodies by means of an inkjet printer in the desired two-dimensional shape onto a support material, drying and hardening of the layer composite formed, which is characterized in that printing is effected using a suspension comprising from 50 to 80% by weight of ceramic particles in a dispersion medium comprising an aqueous boehmite sol, at least one low molecular weight alcohol, at least one drying inhibitor and at least one organic fluidizer, and also an apparatus for carrying out this process are described.

Abstract: This invention provides a water-based ink jet ink, which can yield high-quality and highly fast images, can be stably ejected, can be stably printed for a long period of time, and, at the same time, can realize easy recovery in maintenance, and a recording method using the water-based ink jet ink. The water-based ink jet ink is characterized by comprising at least a pigment, not less than 2% by mass and not more than 10% by mass of an ink soluble resin, not less than 20% by mass and less than 45% by mass of a solvent having a surface tension of not less than 25 mN/m and not more than 40 mN/m, and a silicone-type or fluorine-type surfactant, at least one type of the ink soluble resin containing a carboxyl or sulfonic acid group as an acidic group and having an acid value of not less than 80 and less than 300.

Abstract: A process for coating a carrier body, in particular a honeycomb body through which a fluid can flow, with a coating material which is applied to the carrier body, provides a spatial temperature distribution of the coating material in the carrier body being inhomogeneous during application and/or after application. A carrier body has a spatially inhomogeneous coating thickness and an apparatus is provided for the inhomogeneous coating of a carrier body. Efficient catalysis is ensured and superfluous coating material is saved at locations where it is not required.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of producing a structure, which is capable of easily obtaining a structure of the nanometer scale by using an anodic oxidation method. A method of producing a structure with a hole includes: forming first projected structures regularly arranged on a substrate; forming a first anodic oxidating layer on the substrate having the first projected structures, thereby forming first recessed structures at center portions of cells formed by the projected structures on the anodic oxidating layer; removing the first projected structures to form holes; and subjecting the first anodic oxidating layer to anodic oxidation to form holes at positions of the first recessed structures.

Abstract: A method for producing a rolling bearing component with a carbon gradient, at least in the region of its outer layer, wherein molten metal is sprayed onto a carrier in a spraying process, the carbon content of the metal to be sprayed on being varied during the spraying operation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new liquid coloring compositions to be applied before firing to obtain, after firing, the white coloration of ceramic manufactured articles, or the decoloration of colored ceramic manufactured articles. The present invention also relates to new processes for coloring or decoloring using said liquid coloring compositions as well as to colored or decolored ceramic objects, obtainable with the new processes.

Abstract: The invention pertains to methods of forming monolayers on various surfaces. The surfaces can be selected from a wide array of materials, including, for example, aluminum dioxide, silicon dioxide, carbon and SiC. The substrates can be planar or porous. The monolayer is formed under enhanced pressure conditions. The monolayer contains functionalized molecules, and accordingly functionalizes a surface of the substrate. The properties of the functionalized substrate can enhance the substrate's applicability for numerous purposes including, for example, utilization in extracting contaminants, or incorporation into a polymeric matrix.

Abstract: A process for imparting a simulated patina appearance to a copper substrate, and a substrate having that appearance. A colorant having the desired initial patina color tone is employed to produce a non-continuous layer of colorant on the surface of a copper substrate. The appearance of patination of the desired tone is created by interspersed spots of colorant with the remaining portion of the substrate being exposed for natural patination. The interspersed spots of colorant may be produced by screen printing, by spattering, as by spraying, or by mechanical removal of colorant after application to the substrate surface, or a combination. The colorant is preferably a paint and may be applied by non-uniform spraying on the substrate surface. Non-uniformity may be accomplished by varying the volume of colorant sprayed during the application process or by varying the relative movement of the spray and substrate.

Abstract: The present invention features a selective reduction catalyst, where half of the catalyst (an inlet) is coated with Mn/TiO2 and another half of the catalyst (an outlet) is coated with Fe-zeolite/ZSM along a substantially longitudinal direction and a washcoat layer is prepared by adding cerium carbonate, thereby forming pores caused by decomposition during calcinations in the washcoat layer and increasing active surface area and performance and efficiency of the catalyst. Also featured are methods of preparation of the selective reduction catalyst.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for printing conductors, insulators, dielectrics, phosphors, emitters, and other elements that may be for electronics and display applications. The present invention also relates to viscoelastic compositions used in this printing process. The present invention further includes devices made therefrom.

Abstract: A method for visual marking of heat-treated substrates, in particular tempered glass panes. The method modifies a marking layer deposited on a surface of the substrate, that visually indicates that the heat treatment has been carried out, and produces a rough marking field on the surface of the substrate that the marking layer deposited on the substrate exhibits intimate adhesive bonding thereto, which marking layer cannot be completely removed using a mechanical mechanism.

Abstract: A reagent suitable for use as a catalyst comprises a first metal species substrate having a second reduced metal species coated thereon, the second reduced metal species being less electropositive than the first metal. Methods of manufacture are also provided.

Abstract: A method of treating the surface of copper is provided to ensure adhesive strength between the surface of copper and an insulating layer without forming irregularities exceeding 1 ?m on the surface of copper and to improve insulation reliability between wirings. A copper whose surface is treated by the above surface treating method is also provided. The method of treating the surface of copper comprises the surface of copper comprising the steps of: forming a metal nobler than copper discretely on the surface of copper; and subsequently oxidizing the surface of copper by using an alkaline solution containing an oxidant.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a glass sheet substrate and process for making the same with a first wear surface, an obverse, second surface including a thermoset image receiving coating having a complete, unitary sublimated ink image that is viewable with minimal loss of resolution and clarity from the first side through the thickness of the glass sheet substrate.

Abstract: A ceramic scaffold comprising a ceramic substrate having a surface with a first microtexture on at least a portion of the surface and a first erodable coating having a smooth surface, said first coating covering at least a portion of the first microtexture. The microtexture may be formed of peaks, valleys, or a combination of peaks and valleys from about 1 micrometer to about 100 micrometers in each of height, length, and width. The peaks, valleys, or combination of peaks and valleys may be elongated and oriented in the same direction on the surface. The microtexture may also be asymmetrically arranged on the surface of the ceramic substrate.

Abstract: The invention relates to an ink-jet ink composition for printing on a ceramic substrate comprising: (a) a liquid vehicle; (b) sub-micron particles of binding composition having a melting point below 6000 C; and (c) sub-micron particles causing an etch-like effect, said sub-micron particles are selected from metal oxide particles, high melting point frit particles, and a combination thereof, said sub-micron particles causing an etch-like effect have a melting point of at least 500 C above the melting point of said sub-micron particles of binding composition. The invention further relates to a printing process using such ink and to a ceramic substrate printed with a pattern or image having an etch-like effect, by means of the printing process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for cleaning, etching, activation and subsequent treatments of glass surfaces, glass surfaces coated with metal oxides or with organic material layers, SiO2-layer coated materials, and SiO2-layer coated materials with an organic material surface coating by effects of an electrical plasma layer. The invention disclosed herein includes at least one electrode system (1) consisting of at least two electrodes (2) and (3) situated inside of a dielectric body (4). An electrical plasma layer is generated preferably at atmospheric gas pressure, and preferably above the electrodes (2) and (3) situated on the same side of the treated glass, metal oxide coated glass, other SiO2-coated materials and SiO2-coated materials with a layer of organic material (5) and which are energized by an alternating or pulsed electrical voltage applied between them.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition, including a fluorine-based polymer or a perfluoropolyether (PFPE) derivative and a PFPE-miscible polymer, an anti-oxide film and electronic component including the same, and methods of forming an anti-oxide film and an electronic component. Use of the composition may achieve formation of an anti-oxide film through a solution process and electronic components using a metal having increased conductivity and decreased production costs.

Abstract: The invention provides a lithographic method referred to as “dip pen” nanolithography (DPN). DPN utilizes a scanning probe microscope (SPM) tip (e.g., an atomic force microscope (AFM) tip) as a “pen,” a solid-state substrate (e.g., gold) as “paper,” and molecules with a chemical affinity for the solid-state substrate as “ink.” Capillary transport of molecules from the SPM tip to the solid substrate is used in DPN to directly write patterns consisting of a relatively small collection of molecules in submicrometer dimensions, making DPN useful in the fabrication of a variety of microscale and nanoscale devices. The invention also provides substrates patterned by DPN and kits for performing DPN. The invention further provides a method of performing AFM imaging in air. The method comprises coating an AFM tip with a hydrophobic compound, the hydrophobic compound being selected so that AFM imaging performed using the coated AFM tip is improved compared to AFM imaging performed using an uncoated AFM tip.

Abstract: Formation of a silicon-modified aluminide coating on the under platform region of a superalloy gas turbine engine blade for improved corrosion and oxidation resistance. The coating is formed from a slurry composition including colloidal silica and aluminum-based powder and is substantially free of hexavalent chromium. The coating provides aluminum and silicon content in the outer 25% of a coating thickness of at least about 20% by weight aluminum and about 3% by weight silicon.

Abstract: A small home/office tactile printing system comprises a print head assembly and a paper feed assembly. The print head assembly includes a print head for printing with ink and an applicator for applying a liquid. The paper feed assembly moves paper (or any other medium suitable for printing) relative to the print head assembly and its components for printing the ink on the paper, applying the liquid to the medium and curing the liquid. The liquid is ultraviolet (UV) curable glue and curing is exposure of the UV liquid to UV light. The present invention also includes a variety of methods including a method for printing tactile information, a method for copying a document having tactile printing, a method for binding sheets of a media, a method for scratch-off printing and method for copying a bound document.

Abstract: A surface is masked or stenciled off in a specific pattern or design and treated with a liquid or vapor chemical composition. The resulting pattern or design on the surface is substantially invisible in the absence of condensation. As the surface is subject to a temperature change, for example, moved from a cooler ambient to a warmer ambient, the specific pattern or design becomes visible as a result of selective condensation.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for nanostructure synthesis that includes growing nanostructures on a layered structure compound at a low temperature using a solution containing a solvent and at least one precursor. The method can include synthesizing and assembling nanowires in essentially the same method step. Disclosed nanostructures and nanowires are substantially uniform in diameter and single crystal. Nanowires can intersect to form networks and can be covalently bonded at points of intersection. Disclosed nanowire networks can be substantially uniform and can form an ordered network. Nanowire networks can be used to fabricate electronic and optical devices.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a colorant composition comprising (i) an oxonol dye of general formula (I) wherein R1 and R2 are each independently of the other linear or branched C2-C6alkyl residues; R3, R4 and R5 are each independently of the other hydrogen, a C2-C14alkyl residue which may be unsubstituted or hydroxy- or amino-substituted and optionally interrupted by an oxygen atom and R6 is a C2-C14alkyl residue, which may be unsubstituted or hydroxy- or amino-substituted and optionally interrupted by an oxygen atom; and (ii) at least one cellulose nitrate binder.

Abstract: A method of forming a hydrogen transport membrane to separate hydrogen from a hydrogen containing feed in which a porous ceramic support is formed to support a dense layer of palladium or an alloy of palladium serving as a hydrogen transport material. Isolated deposits of palladium, a palladium alloy or a component of such alloy are produced on a surface of the porous ceramic support that bridge pores within the porous ceramic support without penetrating the pores and without bridging regions of the surface defined between the pores. The isolated deposits of the metal are produced by an electroless plating process.

Abstract: An insulating glass unit having a decorative pattern visible to the unaided eye. The glass unit comprises a pair of glass sheets disposed in a parallel, but spaced apart arrangement, thereby defining a gap between their respective inner surfaces. The glass unit further comprises a frame attached around the periphery of both sheets to form a sealed cavity. A first plurality of dots are disposed within the sealed cavity. Each dot of the first plurality is attached to the inner surface of one of the sheets, and has a height substantially equal to the width of the gap. A second plurality of dots are disposed within the sealed cavity. Each dot of the second plurality is attached to the inner surface of one of the sheets and has a height less than the width of the gap. The dots of the second plurality are arranged so as to form a pattern on the sheet that is visible to the unaided eye.

Abstract: A method for coating a liquid sealant (61) at a periphery of a gas flow path and a water flow path on a separator for a fuel cell (57), including the steps of, at a coating-start portion (63) of the sealant, making a nozzle portion (33) provided at the sealant coating apparatus (24) be nearer to the separator than at portions other than the coating-start portion, and moving the nozzle portion at a horizontal moving velocity which is slower than at the portions other than the coating-start portion. By making the nozzle portion be near to the separator, pressing force pressing the sealant which is discharged from the nozzle portion against the separator becomes large, and turning up of a distal end portion of the sealant can be prevented by making the sealant adhere more to the separator. Further, by lowering the horizontal moving velocity of the nozzle portion, the sealant can be coated at a more uniform thickness.

Abstract: A printed article prepared by a flexographic printing process by applying a coating or ink that contains materials that are highly reactive with hydroxyl groups to an article substrate using a flexographic roller or plate made of non-polar polymers and optionally impregnated with silicone. In addition, a flexographic process for preparing a printed article by pattern applying more than one type of coating onto an article substrate. Unique patterns are laser engraved onto non-polar polymeric flexographic rollers/plates that may be impregnated with silicone, to preferably each coat different portions of the article substrate surface.

Abstract: A method for controllably forming zinc oxide nanostructures on a surface via an organic template, which is formed using a stamp prepared from pre-defined relief structures, inking the stamp with a solution comprising self-assembled monolayer (SAM) molecules, contacting the stamp to the surface, such as Ag sputtered on Si, and immersing the surface with the patterned SAM molecules with a zinc-containing solution with pH control to form zinc oxide nanostructures on the bare Ag surface.

Abstract: A superconducting thin film is disclosed having columnar pinning centers utilizing nano dots, and comprising nano dots (3) which are formed insularly on a substrate (2) and three-dimensionally in shape and composed of a material other than a superconducting material and also other than a material of which the substrate is formed, columnar defects (4) composed of the superconducting material and grown on the nano dots (3), respectively, a lattice defect (6) formed on a said columnar defect (4), and a thin film of the superconducting material (5) formed in those areas on the substrate which are other than those where said columnar defects are formed.

Abstract: A method of forming a spacer of double glazing according to the present invention that forms a spacer by applying a spacer forming material from an applicator head for applying the spacer forming material while the applicator head is being moved by a multi-joint robot along the periphery of the upper surface of one glass plate. The spacer forming material is discharged form the discharge port of the application head in the linear regions of the periphery, and discharging of the spacer forming material is stopped form the discharge port of the application head in the corner regions of the periphery. During stopping of the discharge, the application head is rotated to change the direction of the discharge port to a direction suitable for application in the next linear region that follows the corner region.

Abstract: A method for bonding a substantially transparent substrate within an opening of a structure, including steps of applying to a substantially transparent substrate a primer composition that includes a colorant; applying an adhesive to the structure defining the opening; and installing the substantially transparent substrate within the opening, wherein the resulting installed substrate is substantially free of any ceramic enamel. Also disclosed are assemblies that include a primer composition that includes a colorant and is substantially free of any ceramic enamel.

Abstract: A system and method for recognition of images may include the use of alignment markers. The image recognized may be a pattern from an array, a character, a number, a shape, and/or irregular shapes. The pattern may be formed by elements in an array such as an identification marking and/or a sensor array. More particularly, the system and method relate to discriminating between images by accounting for the orientation of the image. The size and/or location of alignment markers may provide information about the orientation of an image. Information about the orientation of an image may reduce false recognitions. The system and method of image recognition may be used with identification markings, biosensors, micro-fluidic arrays, and/or optical character recognition systems.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a metal part. Said method comprises the steps of supplying a strand of metal material and applying a coating from a fluxing agent composition to a surface of the strand of material by means of an application device (1), said fluxing agent composition being applied to only a defined portion of the surface of the strand of material by means of the application device (1).

Abstract: Systems and methods for discontinuously applying an insulating primer to a carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) component are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method for mitigating electrical surface discharges from a CFRP component includes first applying an insulating primer to a metallic component. Next, an insulating primer is applied discontinuously to the CFRP component adjacent the metallic component. The discontinuous application of the insulating primer forms a primed portions and unprimed portions. The unprimed portions are configured to enable electrostatic dissipation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for coating plumbing articles such as plumbing fixtures, which have stainless steel surface or surfaces with a so-called stainless steel appearance. According to the invention, at least one siloxane is applied to at least a portion of the surfaces and, to be precise, essentially only in the recesses, channels, grooves and the like, which are provided in the surfaces, while being coated or filled with the siloxane. The coated surfaces are preferably ones that have been subjected to a prior surface treatment, particularly ones that have been brushed.

Abstract: Apart of a human body is caused to contact the surface layer of a recording medium over which a plurality of metallic grains with an outside size of 200 nm or less are distributed. Then, secretions from the skin surface of the body part are caused to adhere to the surface layer of the recording medium to take the print of the body part. If light is irradiated to the recording medium, specific optical characteristics resulting from the surface structure of the recording medium are obtained, and therefore the color of the recording medium varies between a region having secretions and a region having no secretions. This renders it possible to record a visible print on the recording medium.

Abstract: A method is provided for marking a ceramic structure by applying a substance, such as an ink, onto a surface of a ceramic-forming green body structure, wherein the substance has an agent that chemically reacts with an ingredient of the green body structure during firing of the green body to produce a contrasting mark on the resulting ceramic structure. An ink containing an agent that chemically reacts with an ingredient of the green body structure is also provided. A ceramic article having a mark that includes a metal-containing compound is also provided.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to control surface properties via colloidal coatings are described. In one embodiment, colloidal coating may be used on a surface to enhance flow control. Other embodiments are also described.

Abstract: A process is presented which produces at least one block of dense material constituted by hard particles dispersed in a binder phase, it being possible for the dense material to be enriched locally with binder phase by imbibition. The process includes bringing at least one imbibition area of a surface of the block, preferably coated with a coating material, into contact with an imbibiting material which locally enriches the block with binder phase. The block in contact with the imbibiting material is then subjected to a suitable thermal cycle constituted by heating, temperature maintenance and cooling. This serves to bring some or all of the imbibiting material and the binder phase of the block into the liquid state in such a manner that the enrichment with binder phase takes place solely through the imbibition area. The block is used in connection with the building of a drill bit or tool.

Abstract: A method for forming a coating film at part of a surface of a substrate includes, in sequence, a first step of applying a masking agent having inert particles over part of the substrate through a screen having blocked areas, a second step of depositing the coating film under at least partial vacuum over at least part of the surface covered and not covered by the masking agent, and a third step of removing the masking agent covered by the film with the aid of an aqueous fluid.

Abstract: A tool and method for painting pinstripes on vehicles or other objects includes a wheel which cooperates with a paint reservoir. As the wheel is rolled along a surface, the wheel picks up paint from the reservoir and deposits it upon the surface. The wheel has rounded edges to prevent damage to the surface being striped. The tool has a rectangular shape which prevents it from rotating in the hand of the user, and has a slim transverse profile so that a pinstripe may be placed close underneath an obstruction such as a side view mirror. The guide bar of the present invention, which cooperates with a magnetic guide strip, is flat and has a rounded distal end. As such, the guide bar provides a more positive fit in the groove of the magnetic guide strip, and also allows the tool to be turned substantially perpendicular to the surface being striped.

Abstract: A method for applying a hybrid thermal barrier coating, comprising masking at least a portion of a first surface of a component with a first maskant; applying a first coating material to at least a portion of a second surface of said component; removing said first maskant; optionally masking at least a portion of said second surface of said component with a second maskant; applying a second coating material to at least a portion of said first surface of said component; and removing said second maskant.

Abstract: A film-forming method is provided for forming a planar periodic structure having a predetermined periodicity by depositing liquid material on an object. A liquid drop supplying means is used which supplies a liquid drop at a predetermined driving period to deposit the liquid material on the object; the presence or absence of the supply of the liquid drop is controlled at each driving period in accordance with the periodicity of the planar periodic structure to be formed; and the liquid drop is supplied by controlling the liquid drop supplying means while the liquid drop supplying means is scanned at a predetermined scanning speed in a predetermined scanning direction relative to the object. A natural number times a value obtained by multiplying the driving period and the scanning speed is set to be the structural period of the planar periodic structure in the scanning direction.

Abstract: A method for printing a data-carrying mark on a portion of an unfinished ceramic structure, such as the green body Of a ceramic honeycomb structure; is disclosed that is capable of producing a mark that maintains legibility even after being fired to temperatures above 1100° C. or higher, or even 1300° C. or higher. The data-carrying mark is formed from a deposit of colorant solids overlying a portion of the unfinished ceramic structure. The volume of colorant solids per unit area of marked wall portion that is at least twice as much as that required to obtain maximum pre-fired visual contrast between marked and unmarked portions of the structure (i.e., prior to firing). The colorant solids may include one or more of cobalt, nickel, iron, chromium, copper, manganese and titanium, either in metallic or oxide form, and are preferably deposited in particulate form via a high temperature ink composition that prints the data-carrying mark by way of an ink jet print head.

Abstract: A system for printing adhesives immerses a wire in a reservoir of adhesive for a period of time sufficient to allow the wire to be coated with the adhesive. The system places the coated wire in close proximity to a designated medium onto which the adhesive will be applied and directs a stream of gas to contact the coated wire and cause at least some of the adhesive on the wire to be deposited onto the designated medium. Two-part ink systems include a fluid and a second material that is microencapsulated in the fluid, a second material that exists as a microemulsion in the fluid, and two fluids that are mixed or combined upon jetting and that react on the print medium.