Abstract: In situ-generated microfluidic isolation structures incorporating a solidified polymer network, methods of preparation and use, compositions and kits therefor are described. The ability to introduce in real time, a variety of isolating structures including pens and barriers offers improved methods of micro-object manipulation in microfluidic devices. The in situ-generated isolation structures may be permanently or temporarily installed.

Abstract: A glass composition includes greater than or equal to 50 mol % and less than or equal to 70 mol % SiO2; greater than or equal to 10 mol % and less than or equal to 20 mol % Al2O3; greater than or equal to 1 mol % and less than or equal to 10 mol % B2O3; greater than or equal to 7 mol % and less than or equal to 14 mol % Li2O; greater than 0 mol % and less than or equal to 8 mol % Na2O; greater than 0 mol % and less than or equal to 1 mol % K2O; greater than or equal to 0 mol % and less than or equal to 7 mol % CaO; greater than or equal to 0 mol % and less than or equal to 8 mol % MgO; and greater than or equal to 0 mol % and less than or equal to 8 mol % ZnO. R2O+R?O is less than or equal to 25 mol %, wherein R2O is the sum of Li2O, Na2O, and K2O and R?O is the sum of CaO, MgO, and ZnO. The glass composition includes at least one of NiO+CO3O4+Cr2O3+CuO is greater than or equal to 0.001 mol %, CeO2 is greater than or equal to 0.1 mol %, and TiO2 is greater than or equal to 0.1 mol %.

Abstract: According to an example aspect of the present invention, there is provided a cost-effective method of producing cellulose based films by introducing an intense water removal system to the process, and cellulose based films thereof having improved properties.

Abstract: A glass composition includes SiO2, Al2O3, optionally B2O3, optionally Li2O, Na2O, optionally K2O, optionally CaO, optionally MgO; and optionally ZnO in certain ranges. R2O+R?O is less than or equal to 25 mol %, where R2O is the sum of Li2O, Na2O, and K2O and R?O is the sum of CaO, MgO, and ZnO. And, the glass composition includes colorants, such as NiO, CO3O4, Cr2O3, CuO, and CeO2 in certain ranges. Further, the constituents are arranged so as to facilitate low diectric, high toughness, desired color, and high strength.

Abstract: The present invention provides a polyimide precursor solution which can enhance the uniformity of a polyimide film and also improve the efficiency of processes by improving liquid curl in a coating process of the polyimide precursor solution. In addition, since polyimide according to the present invention has excellent transparency, heat resistance, mechanical strength and flexibility by comprising a specific structure, the polyimide may be used in various fields, such as substrates for devices, cover substrates for displays, optical films, integrated circuit (IC) packages, adhesive films, flexible printed circuits (FPCs), tapes, touch panels, protective films for optical discs, etc.

Abstract: A terahertz (THz) waveguide and method for production allows for THz waveguides to be used in or on a printed circuit board (PCB) such that the propagation of THz waves require less power, result in less signal loss due to radiation or dispersion, and propagate more efficiently. Additionally, the position and/or geometry of a waveguide, as well as any additional antenna or coupling element, may be adjusted on or in the PCB such that the electromagnetic field of the waveguide may more efficiently couple with the electromagnetic field of the PCB.

Abstract: Laminate structure comprising an alternating stack of layers from polymer blends AC and BD having the sequence -AC-[BD-AC-]n with n from 4 to 36, wherein the layer thickness of layers AC and layers BD is less than 3 ?m, wherein A and B are thermoplastic polymers and C and D are thermoplastic elastomers, wherein the thermoplastic polymer B has functional barrier properties, wherein the amount of the thermoplastic elastomers C and D in the polymer blends AC and BD is each from 3 to 45 wt.-%, and polymer B and elastomer D are essentially incompatible.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a visibility improving film for a display panel and a display device including the same. More specifically, the present invention relates to a visibility improving film for a display panel capable of enhancing the visibility of a laser pointer and exhibiting excellent physical and optical properties, particularly preventing a specular reflection phenomenon of a laser pointer light, by including fine metal particles and inorganic oxide fine particles dispersed in a photocurable resin layer.

Abstract: A problem is to provide a sheet having a pre-sintering layer, the thickness of which following sintering is such as to be capable of relieving stresses. Solution means relate to a sheet comprising a pre-sintering layer. Viscosity at 90° C. of the pre-sintering layer is not less than 0.27 MPa·s. Thickness of the pre-sintering layer is 30 ?m to 200 ?m.

Abstract: Provided are an adhesive film, an optical member including the same, and an optical display device including the same, the adhesive film being formed from a monomer mixture comprising an alkyl group-containing acrylate and a hydroxyl group-containing acrylate, wherein the adhesive film has a modulus of 80 kPa or less at ?20° C., and the adhesive film has a value of 40% to 140% in equation 1 at 25° C.

Abstract: The optical multilayer film, which comprises a laminate in which a base layer, a primer layer, a hard coat layer, a first refractive layer, and a second refractive layer are sequentially laminated, has a very low reflectance and enhanced optical characteristics by adjusting the in-plane retardation of the base layer and the refractive indices of the respective layers. Thus, the optical component and the display device, which comprise the optical multilayer film, have a low reflectance and excellent other optical characteristics.

Abstract: System with at least two layers as a mean or system for transferring electrically conductive ink adapted to receive and transfer said ink on a textile substrate by a thermal transfer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multimodal polyethylene copolymer comprising a first and a second copolymer of ethylene and at least two alpha-olefin comonomers. Such multimodal copolymers are highly suitable for conversion processes that require a high Draw Down Ratio, like the production of thin films. Such multimodal polyethylene copolymers provide a good impact strength in the sense of a high Dart drop impact strength (DDI) and good isotropy of the films produces thereof. The invention further presents final articles such as films made therefrom.

Abstract: Examples herein include prosthetic valves, valve leaflets and related methods. In an example, a prosthetic valve is included having a plurality of leaflets. The leaflets can each have a root portion and an edge portion substantially opposite the root portion and movable relative to the root portion. The leaflets can include a fibrous matrix including polymeric fibers having an average diameter of about 10 nanometers to about 10 micrometers. A coating can surround the polymeric fibers within the fibrous matrix. The coating can have a thickness of about 3 to about 30 nanometers. The coating can be formed of a material selected from the group consisting of a metal oxide, a nitride, a carbide, a sulfide, or fluoride. In an example, a method of making a valve is included. Other examples are also included herein.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to polyurethane-urea based optical adhesives for formation of optical film laminates, optically functional film laminates, and ophthalmic or eyeglass lenses employing the same and methods for producing the same.

Abstract: Provided are a textile reinforced cement composite for suppressing occurrence of slipping and a crack and a manufacturing method thereof.

Abstract: Emergency stop pressure sensors 17 are installed on both side surfaces of a movable link 11 of a robot arm 14 of an assembly robot. When a worker S unintentionally walks in a swing range Ra of the robot arm 14 and contacts the emergency stop pressure sensor 17, a detection signal is transmitted to a control unit 19, and the control unit 19 shuts power transmission to a driving source swinging the robot arm. The emergency stop pressure sensor 17 has a first electrode and a second electrode constituting a pair of electrodes and an intermediate layer formed of rubber or a rubber composition, which is disposed between the pair of electrodes, the intermediate layer generating power upon deformation caused by contact with a contacted body (the worker). A side of the intermediate layer in a laminate direction undergoes surface modification treatment and/or inactivation treatment.

Abstract: A composition comprises a zirconia powder, in which 55% or more thereof is monoclinic, and a stabilizer capable of suppressing phase transition of zirconia. An average particle diameter of zirconia particles and particles of the stabilizer is 0.06 ?m to 0.17 ?m. At least a portion of the stabilizer does not form a solid solution with zirconia.

Abstract: A preparation method of a fully adaptive modified nanographene plugging type anti-collapse drilling fluid is disclosed. A modified nanographene slurry anti-collapse agent and a water-based drilling fluid containing the modified nanographene slurry anti-collapse agent are disclosed. The preparation method includes subjecting a nanographene and a mixed acid to a first contact to obtain a mixed liquid, dropwise adding potassium chlorate into the mixed liquid under the condition of ice-bath pan to carry out a modification treatment, so as to obtain a modified nanographene, and subjecting the modified nanographene to a second contact with water to prepare a modified nanographene slurry.

Abstract: A supported elastomeric foam (100) includes an elastomeric matrix (102) formed of an elastomer and including a reinforcement region (104) and a foamed region (106). The foamed region includes gas filled cells (108) in the elastomer, and the reinforcement region includes a porous layer (204) having an interconnected network of pores at least partially imbibed with the elastomer. The foam can include an adhesive at a surface of the foam. A compressible seal (802) including a compressible body, which can be elastomeric foam, can also include a pattern of discontinuous adhesive regions about which the compressible body can deform to form a sea. The supported elastomeric foam can form a gas tight seal in an interface when placed under minimal compression.

Abstract: A polyolefin microporous film having a laminated structure provided with at least one layer A containing a polyolefin and at least one layer B containing a polyolefin. 0 mass % to less than 3 mass % of polypropylene is contained in layer A and 1 mass % to less than 30 mass % of polypropylene is contained in layer B. When the proportion of polypropylene contained in layer A is represented by PPA (mass %) and the proportion of polypropylene contained in layer B is represented by PPB (mass %), PPB>PPA. In the polyolefin microporous film, the heat shrinkage ratio in TD at 120° C. measured upon applying, in MD, a constant load determined on the basis of the relationship: load (gf)=0.01×piercing strength (gf) of polyolefin microporous film×length (mm) in TD of polyolefin microporous film, is 10 to 40% inclusive.

Abstract: Methods may include modifying the crystallization properties of a polymer composition including a polyolefin and a nucleating agent with the structure: wherein R1 and R2 are independently selected from hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, or aryl, wherein the alkyl, alkenyl, or aryl may be substituted with one or more carboxylate groups and M is a metal selected from Group I of the Periodic Table; or wherein R1 and R2 are independently hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, or aryl with the proviso that at least one of R1 or R2 is a carbon chain having 1 to 12 carbons with at least one of the carbons in the carbon chain covalently bound to the polyolefin, and wherein the alkyl, alkenyl, or aryl may be substituted with one or more carboxylate groups; and M is a metal selected from Group I of the Periodic Table.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a plasticizer composition which includes a terephthalate-based plasticizer and a trimellitate-based plasticizer, selectively includes a citrate-based plasticizer, and does not contain epoxidized oil, and particularly, a plasticizer composition capable of improving physical properties including migration resistance, tensile strength, elongation rate, retention characteristics and low-temperature resistance, required for use as a plasticizer of a resin composition, by improving the problems associated with a conventional plasticizer; and a resin composition including the same.

Abstract: The breathable sheet of the present invention is comprised of a 4-methyl-1-pentene-based polymer or a resin composition containing the 4-methyl-1-pentene-based polymer as a main component. In addition, the breathable sheet of the present invention is preferably selected from the group consisting of a net, a mesh, a non-woven fabric, a woven fabric, and a perforated sheet.

Abstract: Glasses with compressive stress profiles that allow higher surface compression and deeper depth of layer (DOL) than is allowable in glasses with stress profiles that follow the complementary error function at a given level of stored tension. In some instances, a buried layer or local maximum of increased compression, which can alter the direction of cracking systems, is present within the depth of layer. Theses compressive stress profiles are achieved by a three step process that includes a first ion exchange step to create compressive stress and depth of layer that follows the complimentary error function, a heat treatment at a temperature below the strain point of the glass to partially relax the stresses in the glass and diffuse larger alkali ions to a greater depth, and a re-ion-exchange at short times to re-establish high compressive stress at the surface.

Abstract: A glass composition includes: 50 mol % to 69 mol % SiO2; 12.5 mol % to 25 mol % Al2O3; 0 mol % to 8 mol % B2O3; greater than 0 mol % to 4 mol % CaO; greater than 0 mol % to 17.5 mol % MgO; 0.5 mol % to 8 mol % Na2O; 0 mol % to 2.5 mol % La2O3; and greater than 8 mol % to 18 mol % Li2O, wherein (Li2O+Na2O+MgO)/Al2O3 is from 0.9 to less than 1.3; and Al2O3+MgO+Li2O+ZrO2+La2O3+Y2O3 is from greater than 23 mol % to less than 50 mol %. The glass composition may be characterized by at least one of the following: a K1C value measured by a chevron short bar method of at least 0.75; and a K1C value measured by a double torsion method of at least 0.8. The glass composition is chemically strengthenable. The glass composition may be used in a glass article or a consumer electronic product.

Abstract: An electric connector is disposed between a connection terminal of a first device and a connection terminal of a second device, and electrically connects these connection terminals. The electric connector includes a resin layer, and a plurality of metal wires extending through the resin layer in a thickness direction, and having a rectangular shape on surfaces to be connected to the connection terminals. At least first sides of the rectangular shapes of the metal wires are arranged at equal intervals along the same direction. The length of short sides of the rectangular shapes are less than 5 ?m.

Abstract: An ultrathin chemically toughened glass article has a thickness of no more than 0.4 mm. In order to improve the sharp impact resistance, the glass article has a breakage height (given in mm) of more than 50 multiplied by the thickness (t) of the glass article (given in mm). Further, it has a breakage bending radius (given in mm) of less than 100000 multiplied by the thickness (t) of the glass article (given in mm) and divided by the figure of the surface compressive stress (in MPa) measured at the first surface.

Abstract: A glass article includes lithium alumino-silicate (“LAS”), a first surface, a second surface opposed to the first surface, a first compressive region extended from the first surface to a first compression depth, a second compressive region extended from the second surface to a second compression depth, and a tensile region disposed between the first compression depth and the second compression depth, wherein a stress profile in the first compressive region comprises a first segment provided between the first surface and a first transition point and a second segment provided between the first transition point and the first compression depth, and wherein a ratio of a stress at the first transition point to a stress at the first surface ranges from 0.22 to 0.47.

Abstract: Provided is a coated fabric for airbags, comprising a coating layer disposed on at least one surface of a woven fabric directly or with one or more other layers interposed therebetween, the coating layer containing a thermally responsive foaming agent.

Abstract: On an aircraft, a multi-mode power generator is operated in a variable voltage mode to power an electric Wng Ice Prevention System (eWIPS), and is operated in a fixed voltage mode to provide backup power. When atmospheric conditions are conducive to the formation of ice (and main generators are operative), the multi-mode power generator is operated in variable voltage mode to power the eWIPS with a first or second variable voltage. The first variable voltage, the value of which depends on atmospheric conditions, is for anti-ice operation. The second variable voltage, which can be the maximum output voltage, is for de-ice operation. Transitions between different variable voltage levels are not instantaneous which eliminates fatigue damage due to transients. If a main generator fails (or when atmospheric conditions are not conducive to the formation of ice), the multi-mode power generator is operated in fixed voltage mode to provide backup power.

Abstract: A flexible structure is formed by subjecting cellulose-based natural wood material to a chemical treatment that partially removes hemicellulose and lignin therefrom. The treated wood has a unique 3-D porous structure with numerous channels, excellent biodegradability and biocompatibility, and improved flexibility as compared to the natural wood. By further modifying the treated wood, the structure can be adapted to particular applications. For example, nanoparticles, nanowires, carbon nanotubes, or any other coating or material can be added to the treated wood to form a hybrid structure. In some embodiments, open lumina within the structure can be at least partially filled with a non-wood substance, such as a flexible polymer, or with entangled cellulose nanofibers.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel functionalized vegetable oils, a method of making the oils, their use in rubber compositions, and their use in tires.

Abstract: The present invention provides a laminate 10 including: a foamed polyurethane layer 11 obtained from a foamable polyurethane resin composition containing an active hydrogen group-containing tin ricinoleate and a phosphorus-containing solid flame retardant; and a coating layer 15 adhered to the foamed polyurethane layer 11 by a polyurethane hot melt adhesive 13 containing a polyurethane prepolymer (I) obtained by using a polyol component (A) and a polyisocyanate component (B) as raw materials, and a catalyst (II).

Abstract: A film for use in the formation of a flexible package that has a first layer and a second layer that are laminated together to form a two layer laminate. The first layer is a base comprising polyethylene terephthalate, with at least one of the outer surface and the inner surface having a barrier layer disposed thereon. The second layer is a coextrusion having a core layer comprising an ethylene vinyl alcohol with an outer upper layer of a linear low density polyethylene and an outer lower layer of linear low density polyethylene.

Abstract: An electronic apparatus that includes a semiconductor device; an electronic packaging substrate for receiving the semiconductor device; a thermal interface material on the semiconductor device; and a lid in contact with the thermal interface material and having a zone of targeted flexibility spaced from the semiconductor device.

Abstract: A glass article includes a first surface, a second surface opposed to the first surface, a first compressive region extending from the first surface to a first compression depth, a second compressive region extending from the second surface to a second compression depth and a tensile region between the first compression depth and the second compression depth. A stress profile of the first compressive region includes a first segment located between the first surface and a first transition point and a second segment located between the first transition point and the first compression depth. A depth from the first surface to the first transition point ranges from 6.1 ?m to 8.1 ?m. A compressive stress at the first transition point ranges from 207 MPa to 254 MPa. A stress-depth ratio of the first transition point ranges from 28 MPa/?m to 35 MPa/?m.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to films particularly suitable for stretch hood applications. More particularly, this disclosure relates to multi-layer films particularly suitable for stretch hood applications comprising one or more intermediate layers including a blend of a propylene-based elastomer and a linear low density polyethylene.

Abstract: Multifunctional optically highly transparent films based on cellulose esters are disclosed, having the following components within a film a) cellulose esters preferably based on cellulose triacetate which can be processed into a highly transparent film with Haze value of < than 0.4% by virtue of a high degree of purity and optical quality and which is defined by the following properties b) at least one organic or inorganic material which acts as a plasticizer and as a spacer between the molecule chains of the cellulose esters and additionally introduced additives in a synergistically effective manner c) at least three organic or inorganic materials with a transmission influencing absorptive function in the wave length range of 300 nm to 2500 nm, the films having protective strain reducing function for the retina of the human eye.

Abstract: A method of reworking lithium containing ion exchanged glass-based articles is provided. The method includes a reverse ion exchange process that returns the glass-based article to approximately the composition of the glass from which the glass-based article was produced, before being subjected to ion exchange.

Abstract: Glass articles that are resistant to coloration when exposed to ultraviolet light or plasma cleaning processes. The glass articles comprise or consist of an alkali aluminosilicate glass containing from about 0.1 mol % to about 1 mol % of at least one of ZrO2, Sb2O3, and Nb2O5; and less than about 400 ppm each of oxides of titanium, iron, germanium, cerium, nickel, cobalt, and europium.

Abstract: A multilayer film having Machine Direction Orientation (MDO) is prepared by first co-extruding a multilayer film, then stretching the multilayer film in the machine direction at a temperature lower than the melting point of the polyethylene resin that is used to prepare the film. At least one layer of the film is a first polyethylene composition having a density of from about 0.94 to about 0.97 g/cc and at least one second layer is prepared from a polyethylene composition having a lower density than the first polyethylene composition. This disclosure enables the manufacture of films having outstanding barrier properties (low Water Vapor Transmission Rate, WVTR, and low Oxygen Transmission Rate, OTR) and good physical properties.

Abstract: A heater assembly includes a base panel; a heating member disposed behind the base panel opposite a heating target space; a thermal conductive film having a film shape, attached to an outer surface facing the heating target space of the base panel, and transmitting heat of the heating member to the outer surface of the base panel by having an end portion extending behind the base panel and coupled to the heating member; and a shield layer preventing the thermal conductive film from being directly exposed to the heating target space by being attached to an outer surface facing the heating target space of the thermal conductive film.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a multicomponent permanent magnet, and a multicomponent permanent magnet are proposed. The multicomponent permanent magnet has a first permanent magnet having a R-T-B-composition, wherein R is at least one selected from the group consisting of Y, Ce, La, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu and Gd and T is one or more transition metal elements including Fe; and a second permanent magnet having a R-T-B-composition, wherein R is at least one selected from the group consisting of Y, Ce, La, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu and Gd and T is one or more transition metal elements including Fe, the second magnet including at least one of a heavy rare earth element (HRE) and an increased amount of Ce and/or Co, the second magnet having different magnetic properties, in particular a higher coercivity, than the first magnet. The first magnet and the second magnet are connected mechanically, wherein the connection is electrically conductive with an adjusted electrical resistivity.

Abstract: A prestretched polyethylene film is provided having a longitudinal degree of prestretching in the range of from 100% to 400% and a remaining longitudinal elongation capability in the range of from 100% to less than 300% as determined according to ASTM D882. The film comprises at least 25% by weight of a linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) substantially free from long chain branching (LCB) and having a density below 915 kg/m3. The film is particularly useful as a net replacement film in the baling of compressed bulk material, such as silage, and may offer to users improved flexibility and reliability and/or increased yield.

Abstract: Systems including one or both of a light emitter or a light receiver and an optical filter adjacent one or both of the light emitter or the light receive are described. The optical filter includes a wavelength selective scattering layer that scatters near-infrared light less than visible light. The wavelength selective scattering layer includes a plurality of particles. The plurality of particles have an imaginary refractive index less than 10.

Abstract: Disclosed are hot-melt, curl-free methods, structures, and compositions, which in flexible packaging applications, reduce mineral-oil, hydrocarbon migration into packaged food. One embodiment provides an optionally oriented base film having a first side and a second side that is a transparent or opaque film. Further, the composition comprises, consists essentially of, or consists of a water-based primer applied to the first side. Further still, the composition includes a barrier layer to mineral-oil migration, wherein the barrier layer is located between the adhesive-receptive layer and the polymeric substrate, and wherein the barrier layer consists essentially of: (i) polymers of polyvinyl alcohol, ethylene vinyl alcohol, polyester, polyamide, or combinations thereof; and (ii) optionally additives. The barrier layer provides a barrier to mineral-oil migration of 0.1 ?g/day*dm2 or less at 40° C. for 40 days, and the curl-resistant composition does not curl when heated for at least one hour at 60° C.

Abstract: Glass-based articles comprise stress profiles providing improved fracture resistance. The glass-based articles herein provide high fracture resistance after multiple drops.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a memory device, and more particularly, to a memory device including a substrate, a plurality of vertical structures disposed on the substrate and including insulation layers and lower electrodes, which are alternately laminated with each other, wherein the vertical structures are aligned in a first direction parallel to a top surface of the substrate and a second direction crossing the first direction, an upper electrode disposed on a top surface and side surfaces of each of the vertical structures, and a first dielectric layer disposed between the upper electrode and the vertical structures to cover the top surface and the side surfaces of each of the vertical structures. Here, the first dielectric layer includes a ferroelectric material.

Abstract: To provide a layered polyester film having excellent mechanical properties, transparency, heat resistance, and in particular excellent gas barrier property. A layered polyester film containing a polyester film and a thin film layer including mainly an inorganic compound, wherein the polyester film is a biaxially oriented polyester film including a dicarboxylic acid component containing mainly a furandicarboxylic acid and a glycol component containing mainly ethylene glycol, the thin film layer is formed on at least one surface of the polyester film, the inorganic compound is at least one of aluminum oxide and silicon oxide, and the layered polyester film has a plane orientation coefficient ?P of not less than 0.100 and not more than 0.200, a film thickness of not thinner than 1 ?m and not thicker than 300 ?m, and an oxygen permeability of not less than 0.1 mL/m2/day/MPa and not more than 80 mL/m2/day/MPa under a temperature of 23° C. and a humidity of 65%.