Abstract: This invention relates to protective, multi-layered, breathable fabric constructs. The constructs which are flexible employ a fabric layer and a breathable coating layer applied to the fabric. Under certain preferred embodiments, the fabric constructs also employ an energy dissipating fiber material disposed opposite the coating layer. Also, the present invention teaches a method of protecting a valuable or sensitive object from damage caused by corrosion, weather, bio mass, or other environmental related conditions using the fabric material. The fabric constructs may be post-formed using heat or other methods to create shaped-to-form covers.

Abstract: The present invention addresses the problem of conveniently and efficiently decorating nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes with aerosol nanoparticles using electrostatic force directed assembly (“ESFDA”). ESFDA permits size selection as well as control of packing density spacing of nanoparticles. ESFDA is largely material independent allowing different compositions of such nanoparticle-nanotube structures to be produced.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a flocked article is provided that includes an elastomeric film and a plurality of flock fibers on a flocked surface of the film. The flock fibers are embedded in the film.

Abstract: A method of controlling gloss of an image includes applying an overcoat composition of at least one gellant, at least one curable monomer, at least one curable wax and optionally at least one photoinitiator over a substrate, wherein the overcoat composition is curable upon exposure to ultraviolet radiation; following the applying of the overcoat composition and prior to curing the overcoat composition by applying ultraviolet radiation, applying heat to heat the applied overcoat composition to a temperature of at least 35° C.; and subsequent to the applying heat, applying ultraviolet radiation to the overcoat composition to substantially cure the overcoat composition.

Abstract: The invention provides methods for producing flexible, stretchable, and/or elastic products comprised principally of material such as natural elastomers and other synthetic polymers. The method for producing stretchable products by spraying product material over a workpiece former, and method for creating perforated products by spraying product material over fibres in an upright position. The invention provides methods for making double sided fibre coating of the product and, or to at least coating the product surface on the side facing the wall without the need for removing the product from the wall.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an article having at least one surface coated with electrostatically flocked material. The flock material used is one or more fibers, preferably synthetic fibers. When electrostatically flocked onto the article surface, the flock material is oriented, thus providing a silky smooth feel to the surface. The articles may include, for example, elastic articles such as rubber gloves, elastic medical drapes or wraps, elastic orthopedic supports/braces and clothing. The present invention also provides a process and apparatus for electrostatically flocking material onto an article.

Abstract: An organic-pigment aqueous dispersion, containing a pigment at a concentration of 6 to 30 mass %, and having a haze of 0.3 to 10%, as determined by enclosing the dispersion in a transparent glass cell of optical distance 0.2 mm and analyzing with integrating-sphere photoelectric photometry; and a colored coating composition using the same.

Abstract: The inventions directed to a process for producing non-woven fabric materials in which nano- and/or microfibers are produced by an electrostatic spinning process from a polymer melt or a polymer solution and deposited to form a non-woven fabric. A carrier material in web form is arranged or is passed through between at least two spraying devices which are in the form of electrodes for producing an electrical field and each side of the carrier material is coated with the nano- and/or microfibers of opposite polarity, which are produced by means of the spraying devices.

Abstract: A shoe having a fabric outsole and method for manufacturing are disclosed. In described embodiments, a shoe outsole with a bottom surface wherein an adhesive is applied to at least a portion of the bottom surface of the shoe outsole and a plurality of fibers are embedded within the adhesive. In the described method embodiment, once the adhesive is applied to the outsole, fibers are sifted down through an electrostatic field onto the adhesive. Once sufficient fibers have been embedded, the adhesive is cured and then cooled.

Abstract: Machine to simultaneously hot-press, print, flock imprint and brush, especially suitable for the production of printed and flocked fabrics, including a fabric reel, a fabric accumulator, a pre-treatment device, a first continuous oven drier, a hot-pressing device, a first cooling device, a printing device including rotary rollers for applying color printing paste and flock adhesive paste, a flock dispensing device, a flock embossing device, a second continuous oven drier for thermally fixing the flock adhesive and color printing pastes, a second cooling device, a brushing battery, a roller for winding, and a cutter.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for manufacturing a tooth pick (1), whereby the tooth pick (1) has a blade (2) of elastic plastic material, whereby the surface of said blade (2) is provided with bristles (4) which have been brought in contact with the blade (2) through electrostatic attraction, whereby the bristles (4) have been brought to unite with the blade (2) and whereby the blade (2) comprises a brushing portion (5) provided with bristles (4) and furthermore, a cleaning tip (6) without or substantially without bristles. In order to also permit cleaning of very narrow interdental spaces by means of this tooth pick (1) without damaging the gums, the cleaning tip (6) has in its full length or at least substantial parts thereof a rectangular cross section.