Abstract: Decorative products made using motion picture film and a process for making the products is provided. The decorative products include a room divider, a window covering, a wall hanging, and a lamp shade. The products are comprised of a plurality of strips of motion picture film arranged in a pattern and permanently attached together. The products are made by a process that comprises the steps of cutting a plurality of strips from motion picture film, laying the strips out to form a predetermined pattern, and permanently attaching the strips together in the predetermined pattern. The process may also include the steps of applying a protective coating to the strips, and fastening the strips to a mounting device suitable for mounting the strips to a ceiling, wall, or lamp.

Abstract: A bilaminate window glass assembly for an automotive vehicle includes at least one pane forming a window glass, a non-breakable frame disposed adjacent about at least a portion of a perimeter of the pane and a panel bonded to one side of the frame and the pane to form a bilaminate window glass.

Abstract: Proposed is a frame-supported pellicle used for dustproof protection of a photomask in the photolithographic patterning work for the manufacture of electronic fine devices such as LSIs, VLSIs and the like by mounting thereon. The inventive frame-supported pellicle is characterized in that the pellicle frame, to which a pellicle membrane is adhesively bonded on one of the end surfaces, is partly subjected to smoothing treatment. The inventive frame-supported pellicle can solve the heretofore unavoidable problems of dust particle deposition on the photomask even under dustproof protection with a pellicle as well as the high cost of the preparation of the pellicle and the difficulty of finding of any dust particles deposited on the surface of the frame.

Abstract: An optical pellicle and package are disclosed. The optical pellicle includes a pellicle membrane and a pellicle frame with a cover side, a membrane side and an outer edge. The pellicle membrane is mounted and covers a substantial portion of the membrane side of the pellicle frame. The membrane side of the pellicle frame includes a peripheral region that extends beyond the pellicle membrane. In one embodiment of the invention, the peripheral region includes a relieved portion at the periphery of the membrane side of the pellicle frame. Another embodiment includes one of the previously described optical pellicles and a package. The package includes a first piece and a second piece. The first piece includes a structure for supporting an optical pellicle. The structure is configured to support the optical pellicle so that the pellicle membrane is free from contact with the first piece of the package.

Abstract: A pellicle for isolating a photomask pattern from particulate contaminants. The pellicle includes a peripheral frame having at least one vent for the passage of a gaseous substance between the interior of the frame and the atmosphere outside of the frame. The vent is configured for removal of particulate contaminants from the gaseous substance before the gaseous substance flows into the interior of the frame. The vent includes a recess formed in a first edge of the frame and at least two inlets opening into the recess, one of which couples the recess to the interior cavity of the pellicle and the other of which couples the recess to the atmosphere outside of the frame. At least one inlet is located in the first edge of the frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sign, preferably a registration sign for vehicles, which sign (2) includes a portion or member (16) consisting of a portion of a film web (6) or of a row of separate film portions, whereby said portion (16) is provided with information (3), preferably registration symbols or characters for vehicles, while toner material (25) has been applied thereon by electronically variable application in an electronic printer. For being able to manufacture this sign at low costs and by means of a simple manufacturing method, the toner material is applied on a surface of said portion (16), preferably a surface (23) reflecting light from headlamps, by means of an electronic printer in the form of an ionographic printer (24) wherein the toner material is fixed on the surface of said portion (16) with pressure by a cold pressure and fixing method. (FIG. 1).

Abstract: A method is provided for producing a composite work from a single two-dimensional work having an image thereon. A flat backing member is provided having generally the same shape and size as the two-dimensional work. The work and the backing member are bonded together to form a work piece. The work piece is cut to define a geometrically shaped center section and a separate perimeter section, thereby breaking the image of the two-dimensional work regardless of individual sculptural components of the work so that each of the sections displays the respective portion of the broken image. The center section and border section are then assembled such that the continuity of the image formed by the sections is broken.

Abstract: A decorative cover for computer monitors having a covering material assembly (10), made of a flexible covering material (12) configured to conform to the general size and shape of the forward portion of a computer monitor (20). The cover has an opening through which the computer monitor screen may be directly viewed while the cover is in place on the monitor. The cover opening is maintained by a preformed support member (14), made of a semi-rigid material, which is attached to the covering material. The cover is held in place on the monitor by securing means comprised of elastic banding (16) and/or hook and loop fastening strips (18).

Abstract: An artistically stained glass copper-foiled mirror and frame assembly has a mirror portion and an attachable decorative bracket and an outer frame. The mirror portion can be sand blasted along the boundary thereof and the decorative bracket has a removable central portion to permit the mirror portion to be exposed. The decorative bracket is equipped with decorative patterns made of various materials that are created and worked according to their natural features to make the decorative patterns versatile and fascinating. The mirror and the decorative bracket are enclosed by the outer frame and retained in the frame by retaining members so that a damaged mirror can be replaced with ease.

Abstract: Disclosed is an aluminum building material which comprises a substrate made of aluminum or an aluminum alloy, an anodic oxide film formed on the surface of the substrate, and a thin film containing a photocatalytically active semiconductor and deposited on the anodic oxide film. The film containing the photocatalytically active semiconductor embraces both a film formed solely of the semiconductor mentioned above and a film having fine particles of the semiconductor incorporated in or deposited on a suitable carrier such as, for example, a coating film. A fixture unit is also provided which comprises a frame member made of the aluminum building material mentioned above, a panel member having the surface thereof coated with a film containing a photocatalytically active semiconductor, and a watertight and airtight member containing fine particles of a photocatalytically active semiconductor.

Abstract: A pellicle for a mask or substrate including a frame having one end surface and another end surface and a membrane extended over the frame on the one end surface side. A channel is formed in the other end surface of the frame. The channel is filled with a layer of a tackifier capable of expanding upon heating and/or light irradiation such that the tackifier layer does not protrude outward beyond the other end surface of the frame in an unexpanded state, but protrudes outward beyond the other end surface of the frame when expanded. No liner is attached to the tackifier layer.

Abstract: A bilaminate window glass assembly for an automotive vehicle includes at least one pane forming a window glass, a non-breakable frame disposed adjacent about at least a portion of a perimeter of the pane and a panel bonded to one side of the frame and the pane to form a bilaminate window glass.

Abstract: A plastic panel assembly for use in a vehicle is provided including a frame structure defining a central opening therein disposed in a plane and a plastic panel structure disposed with respect to the frame structure so that a marginal peripheral portion thereof extending generally in the direction of extent of the plane is coextensive with a marginal peripheral portion of the frame structure and a central portion thereof extends in covering relation with the central opening. The frame structure has a coefficient of thermal expansion less than that of the plastic panel structure. A series of at least three pin and slot connections extend operatively between the coextensive peripheral portions of the structures and are disposed in spaced relation therealong for retaining the coextensive peripheral portions of the structures together.

Abstract: A decorative emblem for a vehicle comprises an oval bezel and a transparent lens. A groove with an angled sidewall is formed in the top surface of the bezel. The sidewall forms an angle with the bottom wall of the groove between 88.degree.30' and 82.degree.30' around the oval bezel so that the sidewall overlies the bottom wall making the groove wider at its bottom than at its top to lock the lens in place. The lens covers the top surface and is formed thereon by pouring a liquid lens material on the top surface of the bezel filling the groove. The liquid lens material cures to a hardened condition and the angled sidewall locks the lens in position over the top surface. The lens is transparent so that colors and designs on the bezel are visible.

Abstract: A method of making a lightweight reinforced composite framing member for an automotive vehicle comprises forming a foam core of resinous plastic material in the general shape and configuration of the composite framing number. A plurality of cover strips made of a sheet molding compound containing a thermosetting material is molded in an uncured or only partially cured, flexible, tacky condition and then pressed on the core in a manner covering substantially the entire outer surface of the core. The assembly consisting of the core with the cover strips adhered thereto is placed in a mold and by the application of heat and pressure the cover strips are caused to flow into a uniform and continuous sheath bonded on the core in the configuration of the reinforced composite framing member. While in the mold, the sheath is cured and set, completing the formation of the framing member.

Abstract: Disclosed is a frame-supported pellicle, which is an integral body consisting of a rigid frame and a transparent plastic film adhesively bonded to one end surface of the frame in a slack-free fashion, for dustproof protection of a photomask used in a photolithographic patterning work in the manufacture of fine electronic devices such as LSIs and liquid crystal display panels. The frame-supported pellicle is prepared by bonding the frame and plastic film with an adhesive having a glass transition temperature substantially lower than that of the polymeric resin forming the film and the adhesive bonding work is performed at a temperature higher than the glass transition temperature of the adhesive but lower than that of the polymeric resin of the film so that excellent adhesive bonding strength can be obtained between the frame and the resin film still without causing any adverse influences on the resin film such as distortion and crease formation.

Abstract: A decorative gift article includes a plurality of gift items and a support of a predetermined countenance that is used for presenting the gift items. A pouch accommodates the gift items and is connected to a bottom side of the support. An elongated element, especially a relatively narrow decorative ribbon, having a central portion secured to the bottom side of the support and two free end portions of substantially equal length integral with the central portion is used for establishing the connection between the pouch and the support in that its end portions are tied in a knot about a substantially central portion of the pouch. The gift items fill the pouch less then completely so that the tying of the free end portions of the elongated element around the central portion of the pouch results in the formation of a constriction at such location.

Abstract: Easily breakable glass pane for emergency exits or the like, comprising at least one first sheet that is provided with at least one hole and is joined to at least one second sheet having no holes. The pane constituted by said sheets is perimetrically shaped so that only the second sheet is mounted in a perimetric frame.

Abstract: A shelf assembly for refrigerators, freezers and the like including a glass shelf, an extruded edge trim wrapped around and enclosing the peripheral edges of the shelf, and a shelf supporting unit including a pair of side brackets connected together by spaced apart front and rear bars, the edge trim having a U-shaped construction for receiving the peripheral edges of the shelf therein, so that the edge trim provides a rectangular frame arrangement around the shelf to form a raised dam barrier adjacent the peripheral edges of the shelf to prevent any spilled liquid from running off an upper surface of the shelf, thus making the shelf spillproof. Cut-out securement openings are provided in the shelf edge trim to receive the front and rear bars therein, one of the bars being hooked in one pair of cut-outs, and the other one of the bars being snapped into the other pair of cut-outs.

Abstract: An attachment construction for a sheet glass is disclosed. The construction includes a frame to be secured to a construction structure. A sheet glass is attached to this frame by fitting a peripheral edge of the sheet glass into the frame. A metal holder is disposed in contact with the peripheral edge of the sheet glass for holding the sheet glass. The sheet glass is attached to the frame via the holder member placed in contact with the sheet glass.

Abstract: An informative card, such as a baseball trading card, has a rectangular shape and is made of sheet metal in such a way that it is free of pointed corners or exposed raw edges. The informative card comprises a single-layer metal blank which has a burr in the form of an upstanding pointed ridge along the periphery of the blank. A protective film, such as a layer of varnish, is applied on the card to cover the side with the burr so that the burr is shielded.

Abstract: An improvement is proposed for a frame-supported pellicle used for dust-proof protection of a photomask in the photolithographic patterning work in the manufacture of semiconductor devices. In view of the problem that, when a frame-supported pellicle having the other end surface of the frame coated with a pressure-sensitive adhesive and temporarily protected by attaching a releasable protective sheet of a plastic resin prepared by die punching is handled or transported as packaged, subsequent occurrence of dust particles is more or less unavoidable from the rugged die-punched sections, the die-punched peripheries of the protective sheet is subjected to a smoothening treatment by locally dissolving with an organic solvent, by locally melting at a temperature higher than the melting point of the plastic resin or by coating with a coating composition so that the protective sheet is absolutely not responsible for the subsequent formation of dust particles.

Abstract: A pellicle structure comprises a frame having a vertical through opening and a pellicle film spread on the upper the upper end of the opening of the frame. The pellicle film has a coating layer comprising a coating agent formed at least on the inner surface thereof, and a bonding portion for bonding the end edge of the frame to the peripheral edge of the pellicle film through an adhesive layer. The coating agent, in the bonding portion, is dissolved or dispersed in the adhesive so that the pellicle substrate is directly contacted by and bonded to the adhesive.

Abstract: An adhesive mounting apparatus is described which employs a mounting board, an overlying plastic film and an adhesive layer on the mounting board mixed with aluminum chlorohydrate. Articles placed against the adhesive layer are secured by the adhesive and covered by the thick transparent film to create the appearance of a glass covering. A tab along the free edge of the film assists in the lifting of the film during replacement or rearrangement of the mounted articles.

Abstract: A stand-alone decorative assembly comprising at least two hingedly connected frames. Each of the frames includes a frame member, which define an open display area. The assembly also includes a substantially rigid, decorative panel for each of the frames. The panels are removably supported by the frames, so that front and back surfaces of each panel are exposed along the open display area.

Abstract: An opening end face of a frame is closed by a transparent thin film, a vent is formed in the frame, and a filter having a filtration area larger than the sectional area of the vent is mounted to the frame to cover the vent. The filtration area of the filter is an effective area that allows the passage of gas in the filter. Then, the filter is mounted to the frame so that there is a certain space between the frame and the filter. In the conventional device, since the filter is directly mounted to the frame without space between the filter and the frame, the filtration area of the filter is substantially the same as the sectional area of the vent. In case of mounting the filter apart from the frame, however, the filtration area of the filter can be lager than the sectional area of the vent so that the quantity of gas flow is greater than that of the conventional one. Therefore, its adaptability to the changes in atmospheric pressure and in temperature is also improved.

Abstract: Proposed is a frame-supported pellicle for dustproof protection of a photomask in the photolithographic patterning work for the manufacture of fine electronic devices having excellent mechanical properties and durability of the pellicle membrane against air blow and ultraviolet irradiation. The advantages of the inventive frame-supported pellicle is obtained by the use of, in place of conventional cellulose-based polymers and fluorocarbon-based resins, a norbornene-based plastic resin as the material of the pellicle membrane spread over and adhesively bonded to one end surface of a rigid frame in a slack-free fashion.

Abstract: Various two-part articles, such as metal trading cards, which safely and advantageously combine a metal substrate having front and rear sides, and an insert sheet made of metal, glass or plastic. In some embodiments, both the metal substrate and a metal insert sheet are embossed. The metal substrate includes a central main portion, four edge marginal portions terminating in respective substrate edges, and four corner marginal portions. The marginal portions surround the central main portion, sharing respective boundaries therewith, and are rolled towards the substrate rear side and around such that the substrate edges contact the insert sheet so as to hold the insert sheet in position. The rolled marginal portions together define a continuous bead around the periphery of the card without any exposed sharp edges. In some embodiments the rolled edges are replaced by hinge sleeves.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing an optical pellicle is disclosed. The method includes the dispensing a quantity of adhesive onto a pellicle membrane in a pattern corresponding to the shape of a pellicle frame, positioning the pellicle membrane and the pellicle frame so that the adhesive and the frame are aligned, and mounting the pellicle membrane and the pellicle frame by bringing the adhesive into contact with the pellicle frame. In one embodiment of the present invention, the pellicle membrane is tensed prior to the application of adhesive onto the membrane. Additionally, other embodiments of the present invention include the applying the adhesive with a dispenser having either a rigid or a flexible distal portion, or a dispenser tip having a distal portion comprising a flexible both a rigid portion and a flexible portion, with the flexible portion at least partially disposed within and partially protruding from the rigid portion.

Abstract: A new art form providing a plurality of optical images and illusions by the novel coaction of at least two diverse line and curve patterns disposed in spaced generally parallel relationship to each other, at least one of said patterns being rotatable at a rate different from that of the other pattern. The differential rates of rotation generate a dynamic composite image which is ultimately cyclically repetitive. The art form is especially useful in creating time pieces and mood altering displays for psychological counseling.

Abstract: A decorative piece of furniture is made from a frame. A cover is attached to the frame. A decorative scene is disposed on a side of the cover to be viewed. The cover includes a plurality of wrinkled metal foil parts. Each of the plurality of wrinkled metal foil parts has a front and a back. A thin, flexible material is connected to the back of each of the plurality of metal foil parts. The decorative scene is disposed on the fronts of the plurality of metal foil parts.A method of making a piece of decorative furniture that embodies a plurality of metal foil parts backed with a thin, flexible material. A thin, flexible material of each metal foil part is secured to a second thin, flexible material. Paint is .applied to the metal foil parts to provide a decorative scene. The painted metal foil parts and the second thin, flexible material are damaged to create a distressed and wrinkled decorative scene. The second thin, flexible material is secured to a frame.

Abstract: Various dual-medium articles which advantageously combine two mediums, metal for appearance and durability, and cardboard which affords high quality printing. The articles include a generally rectangular metal substrate having front and rear sides, and a cardboard insert sheet adjacent the rear side. The metal substrate includes a central main portion, four edge marginal portions terminating in respective substrate edges, and four corner marginal portions. The marginal portions surround the central main portion, sharing respective boundaries therewith, and are rolled towards the substrate rear side and around such that the substrate edges contact the insert sheet so as to hold the insert sheet in position. The rolled marginal portions together define a continuous bead around the periphery of the card without any exposed sharp edges. In some embodiments the rolled edges are replaced by hinge sleeves.

Abstract: A method for making a plurality of colored sportscards comprising the steps of forming a master panel with a matrix of borders, each associated with a window area; cutting each window area into a window opening; pasting a photograph behind each window opening; making a colored photocopy of the master panel and the colored photographs; disposing a back panel on the rear of the photocopied panel having indicia related to each of the images within the photocopied window openings, laminating the two panels between a pair of adhesive clear plastic sheets; and then cutting the laminated panels into as many sub panels as there are window openings to form a plurality of sportscards.

Abstract: A pellicle for isolating a photomask pattern from particulate contaminants. The pellicle includes a peripheral frame having at least one vent structure for the passage of a gaseous substance between the interior of the frame and the atmosphere outside of the frame. The vent structure is configured for removal of particulate contaminants from the gaseous substance before the gaseous substance flows into the interior of the frame. The vent structure includes at least one exterior passageway extending between two openings in the outer surface of the frame and at least one interior passageway extending inwardly from the exterior passageway to an opening in the inner surface of the frame.

Abstract: A message board comprising cork board or other tack penetrable material fixedly mounted on a backing of heavy cardboard or other substrate, and dry-erase laminate fixedly mounted onto the cork board. The laminate generally occupies the central portion of the board and is surrounded by the cork board allowing for convenient interaction between notes written on the laminate and notes pinned to the cork board. In addition, edging or framing is fixedly secured to the edges of the cork board and backing. The message board can also include a paper pocket retained in a cavity cutout of the cork board and backing. The paper pocket resiliently and releasably retains a pad of paper, enabling the pad to be easily replaced or the paper pocket to be easily refilled.

Abstract: A motivational device has a vertical support for supporting medallions indicating steps or levels of achieving a goal to permit visual identification of accomplishments leading toward a goal, and when such goal is reached. The device is supported on a base and combined with a supported sculptural work of art. The achievement indicating medallions can be inserted from the exterior of the work of art, and include medallions that are opaque and medallions that are light transmitting and of different colors, for indicating achievement of steps toward a goal. A light source is utilized so that as light transmitting medallions are added to replace opaque medallions, light will pass through the medallion and indicate visually the achievements being made toward a specific goal.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a decorative device with a smooth opaque magnetic display surface for magnets. The decorative device with a smooth opaque magnetic display surface for magnets includes a frame member having a viewing opening and a recessed portion formed about the viewing opening in the rear side of the frame member, an opaque plate being sized to fit against the recessed portion in the opaque frame member, apparatus for securing the opaque magnetic plate to the frame member, an opaque backing panel being sized to fit against and be attached to the opaque magnetic plate, and apparatus for removably affixing the frame member to a vertical flat surface so that the magnets can be placed onto the opaque magnetic plate to be seen through the viewing opening in the frame member.

Abstract: A novel "three-dimensional" appearing light-transmitting and insulating sandwich panel of planar outer facing sheets in which the illusion of a three-dimensional array of step-like block structures is produced by periodic light transmission contrasting blocks containing, internally of the panel, contrasting light-transmitting insulation filler battes in alternate blocks, and method of constructing the same.

Abstract: An improvement is proposed for a frame-supported pellicle for dustproof protection of a photomask, which consists of a rigid frame and a transparent plastic membrane adhesively bonded to one end surface of the frame in a slack-free fashion, used in the photolithographic patterning work for the manufacture of fine electronic parts and devices. The improvement is obtained by coating the whole surface of the pellicle frame with a coating composition by the method of electrodeposition so as to completely solve the heretofore unavoidable problem by the dust particle deposition on the pellicle membrane during transportation and handling.

Abstract: A paint masking kit for windows and a method of masking windows prior to painting. The paint masking kit for windows includes a container having a plurality of reusable window balance covers having predetermined sizes and shapes for covering a header and balance portions of a window and a predetermined amount of a plastic sheet material for covering the glass portions of the window. The method of paint masking a window, having an upper and lower sash portion, a header and balances, includes raising the lower sash portion to expose the lower half of the balances. The reusable window balance covers are then secured to the exposed lower balance portions, and the lower sash portion is lowered over the window balance covers. Next, the upper sash portion is lowered to expose the header and the upper half of the balances. Reusable window balance covers are secured to the exposed header and balance portions, and the upper sash portion is raised over the window balance covers.

Abstract: A medallion article comprising a base member having a planar inner surface and a substantially planar lens mounted on the base member, said lens having an indicia-bearing inner surface spaced from the inner surface of the base member, whereby the indicia on the inner surface of the lens appear as shadows on the inner surface of the base.

Abstract: A protective mask is provided for use with a pellicle which is mounted to a photomask during photolithography, with a light source being directed toward the photomask. The pellicle includes a pellicle membrane mounted to a pellicle frame by a first adhesive layer and with the pellicle frame being mounted to the photomask by a second adhesive layer. The protective mask is fabricated of an opaque material and is positioned between the light source and the two adhesive layers to shield them from the light source.

Abstract: A decorative molding utilizes a tongue and groove system which produces a stable bond between a frame and covering. The frame possesses a projection which corresponds to a groove on the shell, and the two units are slidably engaged to form a connection. This tongue and groove design prevents the shell and frame from being pulled apart except in the direction of the groove. A slot is also provided in the frame to reduce friction between the frame and shell and to alleviate the problem of lateral thermal expansion. A gap is provided in the frame to allow the molding to compensate for linear thermal expansion. This invention not only maximizes stability, flexibility and attractiveness, but also prevents the bowing effect of both linear and lateral thermal expansion on the molding.

Abstract: A decorative or structural panel is formed of an array of spheroids of transparent or translucent material held in place in a grid member. This can be front and back grid members with the spheroids sandwiched therebetween. The panel can employ a semirigid grid member, or the grid can be molded in place around the spheroids.

Abstract: Preserved portraits or photographs and a method for making the same are provided. Paper substrates with portrait or photographic images are ideally preserved against the effects of sunlight, moisture and age by the method of the present invention. A plastic cap is cast upon at least one surface of the article and cured thereon. The plastic cap becomes integral to the surface of the substrate and acts to enhance the clarity and quality of the portrait or photographic image disposed on the substrate surface. Preferably, a backing layer is also provided on the substrate. More preferably, the backing layer comprises a magnetized layer allowing the preserved article to be displayed on metallic objects.

Abstract: An insulating, tinted glass window assembly of components that can be efficiently assembled and disassembled for repair or cleaning provides a three-layer glass window assembly having a tinted-glass layer sandwiched between two clear, transparent glass panes. The tinted-glass layer is formed by a lattice inner frame holding a plurality of preformed tinted glass sized to fit in the lattice frame. The inner frame also holds the clear, transparent glass panes resting on the inner frame in a spaced-apart relation to the internal tinted glass layer. Thus, two insulating layers of air is presented within each of which air movement is restricted by the lattice of the inner frame, thereby further improving insulation properties of the assembly.

Abstract: A display board, panel, or wall section comprising a penetrating object permeable panel and a ferromagnetic apertured material, preferably a wire mesh, disposed on a surface of the permeable panel, the apertured material being exposed to view and being adapted to receive magnetic means for securing an item to be displayed on the display panel and further having an aperture size such that the permeable panel is adapted to receive a penetrating object, such as a tack, for securing an item to be displayed on the display panel through an aperture of the apertured material.

Abstract: Proposed is a novel frame-supported pellicle for dust-proof protection of a photomask used in the photolithographic patterning work in the manufacture of semiconductor devices and the like. The frame-supported pellicle of the invention consists of a pellicle membrane made from a specific fluorocarbon-containing polymer which is adhesively bonded in a slack-free fashion to a surface of a rigid pellicle frame by means of a hot-melt adhesive which is a fluorocarbon-containing polymer of the same type as or similar to the fluorocarbon-containing polymer of the membrane so that no problems are involved in the adhesive bonding relative to the compatibility between the adhesive and the membrane which otherwise is poorly susceptible to adhesive bonding.

Abstract: A cover assembly adapted for use on a photograph. The cover assembly includes a flexible conformable polymeric sheet larger than the photograph that has a central visually transparent viewing portion and an outer frame portion, the viewing portion having a size and shape adapted to afford viewing of a central portion of the photograph with edge portions of the photograph extending along the frame portion. The cover assembly has a layer of adhesive on its rear surface along the frame portion that affords firm adhesion and conformance of the sheet to the edge portions of the photograph to hold the photograph against the cover assembly, and adhesion of the sheet around the photograph to a surface to thereby support the photograph and cover assembly along the surface, while being removable from the surface and portion of the photograph without damage thereto.

Abstract: An embodiment of the present invention is a pellicle for use on a photomask reticle used in conjunction with deep ultraviolet light wavelengths. The membrane of the pellicle comprises a purified fluoropolymer that has been spin coated on a substrate of nitrocellulose and then separated and mounted on an aluminum frame. The aluminum frame has vents that filter air of contaminants and which allow an equalization of air pressure on both sides of the pellicle membrane when a peel-off backliner is in place on the opposite side of the frame. A permanent bond is made between the membrane and frame and a sticky adhesive is used to keep the backliner on the frame until peel-off. The sticky adhesive is such that the backliner may be re-attached a plurality of times.