Abstract: A transparent article includes a continuous polyester matrix having at least one incompatible filler dispersed therein. The incompatible filler provides domains in the polyester matrix, each domain having a particular dimension, thus providing a range of dimensions for the domains in the article. To create haze, the dimensions are within the range of from about 380 nm to about 720 nm. Once the range of dimensions is determined, a light absorbent composition can be found which absorbs light at a range of wavelengths that at least substantially covers the range of dimensions of the domains. In doing so, it has been found that the haze of the article can be substantially masked. Method for producing the article and for masking the haze are also provided.

Abstract: Metal-coated polymer articles containing structural substantially porosity-free, fine-grained and/or amorphous metallic coatings/layers optionally containing solid particulates dispersed therein on polymer substrates, are disclosed. The substantially porosity-free metallic coatings/layers/patches are applied to polymer or polymer composite substrates to provide, enhance or restore vacuum/pressure integrity and fluid sealing functions. Due to the excellent adhesion between the metallic coating and the polymer article satisfactory thermal cycling performance is achieved. The fine-grained and/or amorphous metallic coatings are particularly suited for strong and lightweight articles, precision molds, sporting goods, aerospace and automotive parts and other components exposed to thermal cycling and stress created by erosion and impact damage.

Abstract: A high vacuum component, e.g. a vacuum chamber wall or a component that is operated or positioned within a vacuum chamber in use is described. The component is substantially formed of a layered material comprising a fibrous composite material layer having a surface that is coated with a copper intermediate layer and an impermeable outer layer of nickel. In use the outer layer is exposed to a high vacuum.

Abstract: A method for a case for an electronic device is provided. The method includes two steps. More specifically, in the method, a first plastic layer is formed by injection molding. Subsequently, a PCM microcapsule layer is formed on one side of the first plastic layer by injection molding.

Abstract: Equipment for oil and/or gas drilling, completion, storage and transportation, including pressure vessels, tools, pipes, tubes, connections and any other parts is coated with highly structured composite material. Due to its highly structured composition it is a particularly effective barrier to protect metals against attack by corrosive substances such as hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide and sea water, if necessary under hydrothermal conditions. At the same time it is also abrasion stable, for example against a grinding effect by sand, as well as resistant to the impact of mechanical load e.g. by tools. This is achieved by a coating comprising a binder comprising at least one cross-linked resin, wherein the resin comprises at least one of polar group; at least one type of hydrophilic flakes with an aspect ratio of more than 10, wherein the surface of the flakes at least partially comprises a metal oxide.

Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention provides a partly-biodegradable system, which comprises a non-biodegradable portion and a biodegradable portion wherein the non-biodegradable portion is easily separated from the biodegradable portion for disposal of the system. In certain embodiments, the system further comprises a cover layer of non-biodegradable film which adheres to the first non-biodegradable portion to form a sealed compartment for food or drink reservation.

Abstract: Preform for the blow moulding of a container comprising a neck section (1) including a pouring opening (20), an adjacent wall section (2) and a bottom section (3). It consists of a primary plastic raw material in a primary area (A1, A2, A3) and at least one secondary material in at least a secondary area (B1, B2, B3) both having a mutually different coloration. Said preform is remarkable in that said bottom section (3) is composed of a multi-layer structure with primary layers composed of said primary plastic material, and additional secondary layers (6, 7, 8, 9, 10). The latter are composed of said secondary material, two surface secondary layers the one of which (6) is directed outwardly respective the preform, whereas the other one (10) is directed inwardly, and an intermediate secondary layer between them (7, 8, 9), which constitutes a core layer, which is located between two said primary layers.

Abstract: A polyester-carbamate polymer and coating compositions containing the polymer are provided. The polyester-carbamate polymer preferably includes a polyester-carbamate backbone and one or more blocked isocyanate groups. A coating composition is provided that preferably includes the polyester-carbamate polymer and a thermoplastic dispersion. In a preferred embodiment, the coating composition is an organosol.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a reinforced composition comprising: 55 to 80 wt % of a compatibilized blend of a polyphthalamide and a poly(phenylene ether) wherein said compatibilized blend is formed from a mixture of polyphthalamide and poly(phenylene ether) in a ratio of between 1.5:1 and 7.0:1, and a functionalizing agent in an amount sufficient to effect compatibilization; and 20 to 45 wt % of a nylon glass fiber, wherein the composition contains less than 0.1 wt % of phosphinates and less than 0.1 wt % of impact modifiers and weight percent is based on the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: Systems and methods for a protective casing are provided. In at least one embodiment, a protective casing includes a flexible insulation layer configured to inhibit thermal energy from conducting from an external side of the flexible insulation layer to an internal side of the flexible insulation layer. The protective casing also includes a microlattice layer abutting the internal side of the flexible insulation layer, the microlattice layer configured to distribute thermal energy that passes through the flexible insulation layer substantially throughout the microlattice layer. Further, the protective casing includes a heat absorbing material that impregnates the microlattice layer, the heat absorbing material configured to absorb the thermal energy in the microlattice layer.

Abstract: A highly reliable vacuum heat insulating material having excellent processability, usability and heat insulating performance and a heat insulating box using the vacuum heat insulating material are provided.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include composite compositions extrusion compounded together comprising a polymer, an amount of nanotubes, and an amount of finely milled carbon fiber having an aspect ratio greater than 1 and less than about 5. The resulting composite materials allow for high carbon loading levels with improved tribological properties including coefficient of friction and wear rates, provides uniform surface resistance with minimal processing sensitivity, retains rheological properties similar to the base resin, and provides isotropic shrink and a reduced coefficient of thermal expansion leading to minimal warp. In general, various articles can be formed that take advantage of the properties of the composite materials incorporating a polymer, carbon nanotubes and finely milled carbon fiber.

Abstract: A stress control article for protecting joints and terminations in electrical power cables and for controlling electrical stresses, comprises a cover layer comprised of an electrically insulating, flexible polymeric material; and a stress control layer applied to one side of the cover layer. The stress control layer comprises a stress control material which may comprise a particulate filler comprising varistor particles; and a polymer matrix in which the particulate filler is embedded. The polymer matrix may comprise a silicone gum.

Abstract: A process for preparing a bio-degradable PVC based pharmaceutical grade thermo-formable film. The film is stable in aerobic conditions and is bio-degradable under anaerobic conditions. The bio-degradable PVC based pharmaceutical grade film has application in the blister packing of pharmaceutical formulations.

Abstract: A compact camera module that contains a generally planar base on which is mounted a lens barrel is provided. The base, barrel, or both are molded from a polymer composition that includes a thermotropic liquid crystalline polymer and a plurality of mineral fibers (also known as “whisker”). The mineral fibers have a median width of from about 1 to about 35 micrometers and constitute from about 5 wt % to about 60 wt. % of the polymer composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the continuous production of laminates made of at least two fibre bands made of fibres which are embedded unidirectionally in a plastic material matrix. Likewise, the invention relates to laminates which are produced in this way and can have a shape memory. The laminates according to the invention are used for local reinforcement of injection moulded parts.

Abstract: A novel tubular or profile shapes of co-extruded multilayer polymers. These materials contain tens to thousands of layers of micro- to nano-polymer layers. These new shapes contain contiguous layers of milli- to nano-polymer layers in three dimensions and these contiguous layers may be twisted or turned to further expand the potential microlayer geometries.

Abstract: A silicone rubber-based curable composition of the present invention contains: a vinyl group-containing organopolysiloxane (A); an organohydrogen polysiloxane (B); silica particles (C); a silane coupling agent (D); and a platinum or platinum compound (E), wherein satisfied is the following requirement X, or both the following requirements X and Y: Requirement X: the vinyl group-containing organopolysiloxane (A) contains both a vinyl group-containing linear organopolysiloxane (A1) and a vinyl group-containing branch organopolysiloxane (A2), Requirement Y: the organohydrogen polysiloxane (B) contains a mixture (B3) of a linear organohydrogen polysiloxane (B1) and a branch organohydrogen polysiloxane (B2), or the branch organohydrogen polysiloxane (B2). This makes it possible to provide a silicon rubber-based curable composition which can produce a silicone rubber having excellent tensile strength and tearing strength.

Abstract: The method for making a reinforced balloon for a balloon catheter involves blending a polymer with a nano composite to form a composite matrix, extruding a parison from the composite matrix, blow molding the parison into a balloon and orienting the nano composite generally axially with respect to the balloon. The balloon formed has a high strength for resisting bursting. The nano composite may be carbon nanotubes, nano-ceramic fibers or a nano clay.

Abstract: A tubular member formed of a polyamide resin layer includes carbon black and a semi-aromatic polyamide resin having at least a repeating unit structure derived from an aromatic dicarboxylic compound and an aliphatic diamine compound with the alkyl carbon number in the range of from 9 to 13.

Abstract: Apparatuses for insulation and a method for insulating a pipeline are disclosed. An insulation layer may include a flexible polyurethane foam. The foam may be generated by polymerization in a pressurizable chamber at a pressure sufficient to prevent the foam from completely filling the chamber. The foam may be configured to carry moisture away from an object when disposed against the object.

Abstract: An electrically conductive paste providing low alpha particle emission is provided. A resin and conductive particles are mixed, and a curing agent is added. A solvent is subsequently added. The electrically conductive paste including a resin compound is formed by mixing the mixture in a high shear mixer. The electrically conductive paste can be applied to a surface of an article to form a coating, or can be molded into an article. The solvent is evaporated, and the electrically conductive paste is cured to provide a graphite-containing resin compound. The graphite-containing resin compound is electrically conductive, and provides low alpha particle emission at a level suitable for a low alpha particle emissivity coating.

Abstract: A multilayer structure, comprising: a layer of a resin composition (A); a layer of a saponified ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (B); and a layer of polyolefin (C) arranged on one side or both sides of those layers, wherein the resin composition (A) contains polyolefin (D), a saponified ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (E) and a saponified ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (F1) and/or an acid-modified ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (F2), the copolymer (E) has a mass ratio [E/(F1+F2)] of from 0.05 to 30, the polyolefin (D) has the copolymer (E) having an average particle diameter of from 0.1 to 1.8 ?m dispersed in a matrix thereof, the layers of (A) and of (C) have thicknesses of from 50 to 1000 ?m, and from 25 to 1000 ?m, respectively, which enables provision of a multilayer structure having good gas barrier properties after retort processing and a good appearance.

Abstract: A durable refrigerant transporting hose is provided which includes a gas barrier layer made of a polyamide resin composition, and prevented from being degraded by the refrigerant or compressor oil. A refrigerant transporting hose 1 including a gas barrier layer 2 made of a polyamide resin composition. The polyamide resin composition contains at least one metal compound selected from the group consisting of hydroxides, oxides and carbonates of divalent and trivalent metals in an amount of 1% to 15% by weight relative to the total amount of the metal compound and the polymer component. An olefin elastomer may be added to the polyamide resin composition to enhance the flexibility and durability.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising, relative to the total weight of the composition: between 25% and 52% by weight of at least one semi-crystalline or amorphous polyamide, having an amine chain-end content of less than 0.040 meq/g, between 24% and 40% by weight of at least one reinforcer, and between 24% and 35% by weight of at least one metal salt, optionally contained in a polymer, chosen from a metal salt of phosphinic acid, a metal salt of diphosphinic acid, and a mixture thereof. The invention also relates to the process for preparing this composition and its use.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention provides composite coatings for implantable or insertable medical devices. These composite coatings comprise (a) an inorganic portion and (b) a polymeric portion that comprises a poly(vinyl pyrrolidone) (PVP) block.

Abstract: This invention provides a method and system for manufacturing rubber parts that utilize a high temperature and high pressure molding process. In this method and system, uncured rubber in sheet form is contained within a metallic or other type of rigid mold cavity along with a pressure applicator which expands due to the heating and pressurizes the mold cavity. The pressure applicator may be made from silicone rubber, or other types of rubber exhibiting high coefficient of thermal expansion, and resistance to high temperatures. The assembly of the uncured rubber sheet, the pressure applicator, and the mold is heated to a specified temperature, and the thermal expansion of the pressure applicator consolidates the rubber sheet into the desired form as the rubber cures.

Abstract: A pipe or tube article comprising an innermost layer made from a grafted polyolefin composition is disclosed which can provide long lifetime, highly abrasion-resistant pipes for mining and other transportation uses. Methods for preparing the article and transporting abrasive materials through the article are also described.

Abstract: Described herein are polymer compositions, for example, recycled polymer compositions, processes for the production thereof, functional fillers for use in the polymer compositions, and articles formed from the polymer compositions.

Abstract: A pipe- or tube-shaped article comprising an innermost layer made from a grafted polyolefin composition is disclosed which can provide long lifetime, highly abrasion-resistant pipes for mining and other transportation uses. Methods for preparing the article and transporting abrasive materials through the article are also described.

Abstract: A formed body with a cavity structure for the sound and/or heat insulation of buildings. The formed body has a cavity structure and has pre-foamed polystyrene particles compressed in a mould or on a conveyor belt system under the influence of pressure and/or heat. The formed body has a communicating cavity volume and the communicating cavity volume has a volume fraction that amounts to 5 to 30 vol. %, preferably 10 to 25 vol. %, particularly 15 to 20 vol. %, referred to the total volume of the formed body, and comprising at least part of the pre-foamed polystyrene particles firmly enclosed in a cured organic or inorganic binder that is used for coating at least part of the polystyrene particles prior to their compression in a mould or on a conveyor belt system.

Abstract: The plastic structural article includes an elongated tubular shell having opposed end sections, a middle section there between and an interior cavity. The interior cavity has a foam core situated therein. The foam core comprises steam expandable polymer beads which when expanded substantially fill the interior cavity. The bead and shell are of a similar plastic composition enabling the articles to be reground and recycled. An apparatus for forming the articles and an associated method of manufacture are also disclosed.

Abstract: A water storage structure includes a water-repellent layer having a water-repellent surface and a water storage section above the water-repellent layer. The water-repellent layer is composed of a collection of small objects having water repellency in surfaces thereof, and the small objects contact each other at multiple points to form a configuration that prevents water from passing through the water-repellent layer.

Abstract: A photodegradable plastic is described, comprising cellulose esters and also, if appropriate, additives. A particular characterizing feature of this photodegradable plastic is that it comprises a dispersed photocatalytic carbon-modified titanium dioxide. Comparative experiments show that this photodegradable plastic exhibits a surprisingly high increase in photocatalytic degradability when compared with products in which a conventional or other modified titanium dioxide is used. This improvement is apparent in particular in use of the photodegradable plastic according to the invention when it is further processed to give moldings. The photodegradable plastic can, for example, first be further processed to give a filter tow. This can be used to produce filter rods, and these can then be used to produce filter plugs for filter-tip cigarettes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a preformed liner of tetrafluoroethylene/perfluoro(alkyl vinyl ether) copolymer adhered to the surface of a pipe, and in particular, an oil well pipe, without the need for either a primer layer or an adhesive. The liner comprises an effective amount of metal powder which provides adhesion between the liner and the surface of the pipe. The present invention also relates to a process for making such pipe, where in a preferred embodiment, the liner is co-extruded to form an inner layer and an outer layer. This co-extrusion embodiment is particularly useful in applications where high purity is necessary. In this case, the inner layer comprises an effective amount of metal powder and the outer layer is pure tetrafluoroethylene/perfluoro (alkyl vinyl ether) copolymer.

Abstract: A fiber reinforced laminate composite balloon comprising an underlying balloon layer, a fiber web disposed over the underlying balloon layer, a matrix material encasing the web and an overlying balloon layer of radially oriented polymer material disposed over the fiber web and matrix material.

Abstract: High radiopacity is achieved in a polymeric marker by combining a polymeric resin, a powdered radiopaque agent having uniformly shaped particles of a specific particle size distribution and a wetting agent. The method to produce the marker calls for the blending and pelletization of these materials followed by extrusion onto support beading. The resulting supported tubing is subsequently cut to length with the beading still in place. After ejection of the beading remnant the marker is slipped into place on the device to be marked and attached by melt bonding. Marking of a guidewire allows lesions to be measured while the marking of balloon catheters allow the balloon to be properly positioned relative to a lesion.

Abstract: A process is provided for protecting a component during a laser machining of the component with a hollow space. The process includes filling the hollow space with Teflon powder at least in the region of the region to be machined. The Teflon powder is introduced into the hollow space with a gelling agent.

Abstract: Thus, the extrudable composition may comprise an extrudable composition having a heat deflection temperature greater than about 50° C. and a melting point between 80° C. to 190° C., the extrudable composition comprises 0 to 100% amorphous polylactic acid, 0 to 100% crystalline polylactic acid, 0.1 to 4% natural oil, 0.01 to 5% nanofibers, 0.05 to 8% cyclodextrin, 0 to 10% crystallinity agent, 0 to 1% starch-based melt rheology modifier, 0 to 1% polysaccharide crystallinity retarder, 0 to 1% natural wax, and 0 to 1% plasticizer.

Abstract: A peelable lidstock for use with a child resistant pharmaceutical blister is disclosed. The lidstock includes a first layer of white polyester, a second layer of adhesive, a third layer of foil, and a fourth layer of heat seal. The lidstock is strong and provides excellent child resistance and a broad sealing window which facilitates manufacture.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an electrical component including a substrate comprising an electroconductive filler in a first polymeric binder, and a coating layer adhered to at least a portion of the substrate surface, the coating layer comprising a nanostructured electroconductive particulate dispersed in a polymeric binder, such as an epoxy resin. A method of making the component also is disclosed, comprising obtaining a substrate containing an electroconductive filler in a polymeric binder, dispersing a nanostructured electroconductive particulate filler in a liquid that includes a solvent and/or a reactive diluent to form a dispersion, mixing the dispersion with a liquid resin to form a coating mixture, applying the coating mixture to the substrate, and crosslinking the applied coating mixture to form the coated substrate.

Abstract: Polymer films having hollow microspheres to simultaneously reduce the coefficient of friction and residue on ignition, and methods of making films and containers from the films. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a film including at least one layer having hollow microspheres mixed within the layer. The microspheres can be in a concentration ranging from about 250 ppm to about 750 ppm within the layer.

Abstract: A system and method for primarily erecting curvilinear buildings using a plurality of interconnected structural tubes/sandwich panels is provided. Fabricating a structural tubing comprises: connecting a fibrous and flexible lining to an inner surface of a flexible outer membrane, wherein the lining is saturated in a curable material that forms into a solid foam material when cured; and curing the curable material. Fabricating a sandwich panel comprises: connecting a first fibrous and flexible lining to an inner surface of a first flexible outer membrane, wherein the first lining is saturated in a curable material that forms into a solid foam when cured; connecting a second fibrous and flexible lining to an inner surface of a second flexible outer membrane, wherein the second lining is saturated in a curable material that forms into a solid foam when cured; and curing the curable material of the first lining and second linings.

Abstract: A hollow profile used in the manufacture of a spirally wound double-walled thermo-plastic pipe, having essentially a rectangular cross section, two side walls and an outer wall and an inner wall limiting a cavity within. In the hollow profile the inner wall of the pipe is thicker than the wall of the hollow profile intended to form the outer wall of the pipe. The inner rounding radius of the edges adjacent to the thicker wall of the hollow profile is considerably larger than the rounding radius of the two other edges of the cavity and the inside surface of the thicker wall comprises a rib extending in the hollow cavity of the profile, on the side of the profile forming the inner side of the pipe, in the longitudinal direction of the profile at least essentially along the whole length of the profile.

Abstract: Provided is a cane that has a sufficient impact-resistant strength; and is excellent in safety, durability and repairability and also lightweight but has a high stiffness. Such a cane has a shaft (4) and a grip, the shaft (4) comprising a high-strength-organic-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (31) and a carbon-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (32), the high-strength-organic-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (31) being integrally laminated onto each of the outside and inside surfaces of the carbon-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (32), the shaft (4) comprising a glass-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (33a) on the inner side of the innermost high-strength-organic-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (31a), the shaft (4) comprising a glass-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (33b) on the outer side of the outermost high-strength-organic-fiber-reinforced-resin layer (31b).

Abstract: A sheet material including a plurality of bands of polymeric material extruded parallel to each other in a single layer film, wherein adjacent bands of polymeric material include odor control additives that are different from one another. The sheet material may be formed into a bag.

Abstract: The thermoplastic resin composition according to the present invention includes a thermoplastic resin (A), and a modified ethylene copolymer (B) dispersed and contained therein, wherein the modified ethylene copolymer (B) in the thermoplastic resin composition has an average dispersed particle aspect ratio of 1 to 3.5, and an average dispersed particle diameter of not more than 3 ?m. The modified ethylene copolymer (B) is preferably a copolymer, modified with an unsaturated carboxylic acid or a derivative thereof, of ethylene with at least one monomer component selected from the group consisting of (i) olefin components except for ethylene, (ii) diene components and (iii) ester components having an ethylenically unsaturated group.

Abstract: Provided is a laminate having at least a base material and a fine cellulose layer which includes fine cellulose having a carboxyl group, the laminate characterized in being obtained by laminating two or more of the fine cellulose layer. Also provided is a method for manufacturing a laminate, comprising the steps of (1) coating the base material with a liquid dispersion that includes fine cellulose having a carboxyl group, (2) forming a fine cellulose layer by drying the liquid dispersion used for coating, and (3) laminating fine cellulose layers by repeating steps (1) and (2).

Abstract: An insulating tube for an electrode lead for medical use, particularly a cardiac pacemaker electrode lead, defibrillator electrode lead, electrode lead for nerve stimulation or the like, including a base material made of at least one material of the group consisting of silicones, polyurethanes, polyimide, PTFE, ETFE, and copolymers made of silicones and polyurethanes. In order to improve the functionality of such an insulating tube during friction of the tube with friction partners, at least in one volume region, which preferably forms the lateral surface of the insulating tube, the tube, in addition to the base material, includes a fibrous and/or particulate filler material having a higher abrasion resistance than the respective base material. A corresponding electrode lead is also provided, and a simple and cost-effective method for producing such an insulating tube and such an electrode lead.

Abstract: A multi-layer sheet designed for the sealing of a container (10) made of glass by heat sealing on the sealing ring (12) of the container treated by means of oxides and/or of metal salts comprises at least a support layer (21) and a lower layer (22) made of a polymeric heat-sealable material onto which is grafted an unsaturated carboxylic acid.