Abstract: Sheet-like composite parts are manufactured by: a) providing a substantially planar arrangement (A, B, A?) comprising a core layer (B) comprising a fleece material made of fleece thermoplastic fibers and reinforcement fibers, sandwiched between a pair of skin layers (A, A?), each comprising a skin thermoplastic and optionally reinforcement fibers, one face of the core layer being adjacent and substantially parallel to a skin layer and a second face of the core layer being adjacent and substantially parallel to the other skin layer, b) heating and pressing the sandwich arrangement (A,B,A?) followed by cooling, thereby obtaining the composite part, wherein the compression strength of the composite part is improved with a core layer (B) which is a Z-oriented core layer having reinforcement fibers that are predominantly oriented in a direction (Z) perpendicular to the first and second faces, produced by multiple folding.

Abstract: A depolymerizer is formed by grafting thiol groups on parts of the double bonds of a polymer of linear conjugated diene monomer. The linear conjugated diene monomer can be 1,3-butadiene, isoprene, 1,3-pentadiene, 2,3-dimethyl-1,3-butadiene, 2-methyl-1,3-pentadiene, 2,3-dimethyl-1,3-pentadiene, 2-phenyl-1,3-butadiene, or 4,5-diethyl-1,3-octadiene. The depolymerizer has a weight average molecular weight of 1000 to 400000.

Abstract: A protective shield includes a rigid base layer, and a flexible outer cushioning layer formed from a flexible film material laminated to an outer surface of the base layer. The outer cushioning layer includes two or more layers of flexible film laminated together via an intermediary adhesive. The protective shield also has a mounting adhesive layer applied on the lower surface of the shield. The mounting adhesive allows the shield to be removably mounted to a display surface, such as a touch screen surface for an electronic device. When the shield is properly mounted to the display surface, the outer layer formed from flexible film material faces away from the display surface. The flexible cushioning layer on the outer surface of the shield allows the shield to protect the display surface such that the display surface can withstand higher levels of impacts without breaking or shattering.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a double-layer touch screen, comprising: a transparent cover glass; a first transparent embossed adhesive layer; a first conductive layer embedded in the first transparent embossed adhesive layer and including a plurality of first conductive strips extending along a first direction, the first conductive strip is formed by intersection of conductive wires; a second transparent embossed adhesive layer; a second conductive layer embedded in the second transparent embossed adhesive layer and including a plurality of second conductive strips extending along a second direction, wherein the second conductive strip is formed by intersection of conductive wires; and a transmission reinforcement layer. The double-layer touch screen uses the first conductive layer and the second conductive layer to replace ITO layer used in conventional touch screen.

Abstract: The present invention relates to colorful regenerated asphalt-concrete and to a method for manufacturing same. More particularly, disclosed are colorful regenerated asphalt-concrete using recycled aggregates from waste asphalt and to a method for manufacturing same, in which products obtained from the thermal decomposition of waste asphalt are mixed with new aggregates and asphalt, and a pigment and an ultraviolet-ray blocker are mixed into the mixture, to thereby not only improve the physical properties of the regenerated asphalt concrete, but also maintain the color of the regenerated asphalt concrete over a long period of time, thus achieving improved weather resistance and durability.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a touch panel. In the touch panel, electrode patterns included in the touch panel may be orthogonal to each other in an intersecting point, and formed of a combination of unit patterns having a bent straight line shape. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent a contact area of the electrode patterns that intersect in the intersecting point from being increasing, thereby reducing visibility of the electrode pattern.

Abstract: A method of forming an asphalt mixture includes mixing a polyol with a bio-source material to form a bio-asphalt. The method can further include mixing the bio-asphalt with a bitumen source different from the bio-asphalt to form an asphalt mixture. The bio-source material can include an oil, such as a vegetable oil, an animal fat, or any combination thereof. The bitumen source can include a petroleum-based asphalt. The method can further include adding a modifier, such as a fatty acid, a polycarboxylic acid, a polyacrylic acid, a polyacrylate comprising a copolymer, or any combination thereof. Moreover, a roofing grade asphalt mixture includes a bio-asphalt. The bio-asphalt includes an alkyd, wherein the alkyd is a reaction product of a polyol and a bio-source material. The roofing grade asphalt mixture further includes a bitumen source material and particles.

Abstract: A heat insulation/heat dissipation sheet including a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer or a heat-conducting pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, a heat-conducting layer, a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer or a heat-insulating pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, a heat-insulating layer, and a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer or a heat-insulating pressure-sensitive adhesive layer laminated in order between the heat-generating component and the component to be protected, adjacent to the heat-generating component, for connecting the components. Further, an intra-device structure including the heat insulation/heat dissipation sheet with the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer on a heat-conducting layer side thereof adhered to a heat-generating component side and the pressure-sensitive adhesive layer on a heat-insulating layer side thereof adhered to a component to be protected.

Abstract: A method of forming a roofing-grade asphalt mixture can include mixing a bio-asphalt including a partially oxidized bio-source material, a bitumen source material different from the bio-asphalt, and particles to form the roofing-grade asphalt mixture. In an embodiment, the bitumen source material can have a softening point of at least approximately 102° C. and a penetration distance no greater than approximately 20 dmm. In another embodiment, the roofing-grade asphalt mixture can have a softening point of at least approximately 104° C., a penetration distance no greater than approximately 12 dmm, a viscosity of at least approximately 3000 cps at a temperature of 177° C., or any combination thereof. The roofing-grade asphalt mixture can be applied to a base material to form a roofing product.

Abstract: A method of operating a paving system includes establishing a plan for paving a work area which is based on a positional temperature model. The method further includes receiving temperature data for paving material and comparing the temperature data with data predicted by the positional temperature model. Operation of the paving system is adjusted where actual data differs from model predicted data. A paving system and control system are provided having an electronic control unit configured to compare electronic temperature data with a positional temperature model for paving material. The electronic control unit can control machines of the paving system based on comparing actual data with model predicted data, and can further update either or both of a plan for paving a work area and the positional temperature model itself based on differences between actual data and model predicted data.

Abstract: A dual-compound multi-protective-layer roofing material includes a factory-applied layer of SBS-modified bitumen compound on a lower layer, an APP-modified bituminous on an upper layer, and a carrier sheet disposed between the SBS-modified lower layer and the APP-modified upper layer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polysaccharide composition for protection of surfaces comprising an aqueous solution of at least two components, the first component (A) being a high molecular weight polysaccharide or a mixture of high molecular weight polysaccharides having an average molecular weight Mw of at least 100 000, and being capable of forming a gel, and the second component (B) being a low molecular weight polysaccharide or a mixture of low molecular weight polysaccharides having an average molecular weight Mw of 400-75 000, and being capable of inhibiting gel formation in said composition. The present invention further relates to a method for preparing such a composition, the use of the composition for protecting a surface, a method for protecting a substrate surface using the composition, and to a substrate surface coated with the composition.

Abstract: This invention relates to bituminous compositions comprising an interpolymer and a bituminous material and methods of making and using same. The interpolymer may comprise ethylene, at least one alpha-olefin, and, optionally, at least one diene and the interpolymer is derived from polymer particles having a surface coating comprising a partitioning agent. Methods of making and using the bituminous compositions are also described.

Abstract: To provide a coating composition which is capable of improving an antireflection effect of a coating film and capable of forming such a coating film even at a low temperature and at a low cost, and an article which has a high antireflection effect and for which a substrate to be used is relatively unlimited and low in cost. A coating composition comprising a dispersion medium (a), fine particles (b) dispersed in the dispersion medium (a), and a terpene derivative (c) dissolved or dispersed in the dispersion medium (a); a coating composition comprising a dispersion medium (a) and fine particles (b) dispersed in the dispersion medium (a), wherein the dispersion medium (a) contains a compound (a1) which is insoluble or hardly soluble in water and has a hydroxyl group and/or a carbonyl group; and an article having a coating film made of such a coating composition.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to impart excellent gloss to an Urushi coating, improve drying properties, improve light fastness, and provide an environmentally responsible high-class lacquered article such as a ‘Byakudan’ (white sandalwood) coating or a ‘Tamamushi’ (iridescent) coating. This object has been accomplished by an Urushi lacquer comprising a naturally occurring raw Urushi or a refined Urushi, and metal colloid particles. As the metal colloid particles, precious metal colloid particles may preferably be used.

Abstract: Nonconjugated conductive polymers, which are all polymers that have a ratio of double bonds to total bonds of less than ½ are doped or used to produce compositions with unexpected characteristics in this invention. A light emitting structure can be produced by coating a quartz or glass substrate with a high work function metal which has a nonconjugated conductive polymer film on the metal and a low work function metal deposited on the nonconjugated polymer. The electrical conductivity of nonconjugated polymers can be greatly increased by doping the polymer with a dopant. The mechanical and elastomeric properties of a nonconjugated polymer can be changed by doping the polymer. The electro-optic effect and the refractive index of a nonconjugated conductive polymer can be greatly changed by doping the polymer. Among the nonconjugated polymers are styrene-butadiene-rubber (SBR), poly(?-pinene) and cis-1-4 polyisoprene.

Abstract: A method of applying a ceramic coating to a substrate comprises laminating one or more layers of a green ceramic tape to a rigid substrate using a tackifying resin to adhere the tape to the substrate. Upon firing, the tackifying resin ensures near zero shrinkage of the tape in the XY plane without usage of elevated pressures or temperatures during lamination of green tape to the substrate. The thermal degradation completion temperature of the tackifying resin is lower than that of the resin binder used in the green tape.

Abstract: This invention relates to bituminous compositions comprising an interpolymer and a bituminous material and methods of making and using same. The interpolymer may comprise ethylene, at least one alpha-olefin, and, optionally, at least one diene and the interpolymer is derived from polymer particles having a surface coating comprising a partitioning agent. Methods of making and using the bituminous compositions are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an Urushi lacquer and an Urushi lacquered article obtained using the lacquer. An object of the present invention is to impart excellent gloss to an Urushi coating, improve drying properties, improve light fastness, and provide an environmentally responsible high-class lacquered article such as a ‘Byakudan’ (white sandalwood) coating or a ‘Tamamushi’ (iridescent) coating. This object has been accomplished by an Urushi lacquer comprising a naturally occurring raw Urushi or a refined Urushi, and metal colloid particles. As the metal colloid particles, precious metal colloid particles may preferably be used. The present invention enables high-class coating using a precious metal colloid color to be carried out and provides an environmentally responsible ecological natural lacquer.

Abstract: The invention relates to an isolation material, which is applied on the structures and surfaces where it is desired to provide isolation, in order to prevent the possible deformation by protecting said structures and surfaces against external factors, said isolation material being produced to extend the lifetime of the isolation by using the liquid, moisture and vapor impermeability feature of the plastic-derived material constituting the intermediate layer (2), and to obtain the possibility of rapid, easy and economic application and use for the bitumen (asphalt) (4) coated using the fibrous material (3). Said isolation material (1) is not easy to burn, is not affected by the temperature differences and is not influenced for a very long time by the factors such as sun, rain, snow, naturally occurring chemicals, plant roots, direct contact with the soil and time; hence it enables the isolation to last for long years.

Abstract: A dummy substrate is obtained by covering a silicon substrate with a resin coating. This increases the strength of the dummy substrate, prevents pieces and particles of the silicon substrate from scattering, and even when the dummy substrate is damaged during processing, prevents them from contaminating a processing apparatus. The use of a chemical-resistant resin for the resin coating restrains the dummy substrate from being etched by a cleaning process using a chemical solution and increases the number of times that the dummy substrate can repeatedly be used.

Abstract: The inventions relates to a composition adapted for use as a sealing strip in the manufacture of insulating structures. The composition includes an adhesion promoter compound of at least two components, a polymeric base material(s), and a cross linking agent(s). The invention further relates to an insulating structure including first and second panes with the sealing strip positioned therebetween.

Abstract: The inventions relates to a composition adapted for use as a sealing strip in the manufacture of insulating structures. The composition includes an adhesion promoter compound of at least two components, a polymeric base material(s), and a cross linking agent(s). The invention further relates to an insulating structure including first and second panes with the sealing strip positioned therebetween.

Abstract: The inventions relates to a composition adapted for use as a sealing strip in the manufacture of insulating structures. The composition includes an adhesion promoter compound of at least two components, a polymeric base material(s), and a cross linking agent(s). The invention further relates to an insulating structure including first and second panes with the sealing strip positioned therebetween.

Abstract: An activated carbon molded body, more particularly in honeycomb form and for use as an adsorption filter, can be produced from a mixture including activated carbon, water, novolak powder, clay, cellulose ether, liquid starch, wax, polyacrylamide and soap, by a procedure involving thoroughly mixing the constituents, extruding the mixture to form a monolithic molded body and cutting same to size, drying the body and effecting pyrolysis thereof. The adsorption filter produced therefrom can be regenerated by electrical heating under specified conditions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition adapted for use as a sealing strip in the manufacture of insulating structures. The composition includes a polymeric base material, a cross linking agent, an adhesion promoter and less than 10% tackifier. The invention further relates to an insulating structure including first and second panes with the sealing strip positioned therebetween.

Abstract: Two-layer protective coating system for glass surfaces is disclosed. The base coating comprises at least one polysaccharide, and the top coating has a lower solubility in water than the base coating. The coating system provides good protection against contaminants and glass chips, good removability in mild cleaning condition, and extra water resistance during process steps where water is used as a cooling agent.

Abstract: A supported tungsten carbide material is provided. The material has a unique structure as defined by its x-ray diffraction pattern and consists of extremely small crystallites on the order of about 15 to about 30 angstroms in size. The tungsten carbide material is supported on a high-surface-area support to allow for a greater number of active sites for catalysis. The support consists preferably of a high-surface-area carbon.

Abstract: A fiber glass mat containing a novolac resin having an acid solubility of at least about 35 wt. percent is especially useful for bonding to a light weight fibrous or foam web or board, such as a polymer fiber web. A method of making the mat by wet laying a slurry containing the fiber and the novolac resin particles and then further adding an aqueous solution or slurry containing a crosslinking agent for the novolac resin and a laminate containing the fiber glass mat are disclosed.

Abstract: A transparent shock-absorbing laminate to be formed on a glass substrate for a display panel having a fracture strength such that it is fractured by a falling ball impact (drop height: 1.5 m; ball weight: 510 g) corresponding to 79,000 N, the transparent shock-absorbing laminate comprising a shatterproof layer having a shearing modulus of 2×108 Pa or more, at least two fracture-proof layers having a shearing modulus ranging from 1×104 to 2×108 Pa, each having different modulus, and a transparent pressure-sensitive adhesive layer.

Abstract: Alkaline earth-manganese oxides are used as pigments. The alkaline earth-manganese oxide pigments are preferably of the formula MexMnOy, where Me is at least one metal selected from Ca, Sr, Ba and Mg, x is from 0.01 to 99, and y is greater than or equal to x+1 and less than or equal to x+2. The pigments are useful as colorants, and also possess improved reflectance characteristics, particularly in the IR region, and may reduce IR-induced heat buildup. These colorants can be used to form colored objects, or coat objects when they are either added into or applied onto materials such as paints, inks, plastics, glasses, ceramics and the like. The patent also covers the production of these pigments.

Abstract: The present invention provides a porous titania, which has an anatase-form crystalline structure, an anatase-form crystallite diameter of 3 nm to 10 nm, a degree of anatase crystallinity of 60% or more, a BET specific surface area of 10 m2/g or more, a total pore volume of 0.05 cm3/g or more, and a volume for pores having a pore radius of 1 nm or more of 0.02 cm3/g or more, and the porous titania and the catalyst comprising the porous titania of the present invention exhibit an excellent catalytic activity for removal of nitrogen oxides, oxidation of organic substances, decomposition of dioxine compounds, as well as decomposition and removal of organic solvents, agricultural chemical and surfactant.

Abstract: The invention discloses a sheet-like structure material and its manufacturing method. The sheet-like structure material has the advantages that impact imposed on its edge ends can be adsorbed to protect its adherends, and that the labor required for installing it and edge ends treatment can be significantly saved. The structure material comprises an outer peripheral structure which has elasticity and is integrally formed at the outer periphery of a sheet-like composite body comprising two glass sheets and an intermediate resin layer disposed between the glass sheets. The outer peripheral structure is formed from a resinous material used for forming the intermediate resin layer, by allowing the material to ooze from between the glass sheets.

Abstract: A transparent shock-absorbing laminate to be formed on a glass substrate for a display panel having a fracture strength such that it is fractured by a falling ball impact (drop height: 1.5 m; ball weight: 510 g) corresponding to 79,000 N, the transparent shock-absorbing laminate comprising a shatterproof layer having a shearing modulus of 2×108 Pa or more, at least two fracture-proof layers having a shearing modulus ranging from 1×104 to 2×108 Pa, each having different modulus, and a transparent pressure-sensitive adhesive layer.

Abstract: A plasma display panel assembly comprising a panel, a heat radiation plate and a heat radiation adhesive sheet layer interposed therebetween. A heat radiation adhesive sheet for use in the heat radiation adhesive sheet layer is formed of a heat radiation adhesive composition containing an elastic styrene polymer, an adhesive imparting agent, an oil and a thermal conductivity imparting agent.

Abstract: A fire-resistant glazing panel comprises at least two glass sheets, between which is placed a transparent fire-resistant material made of a cured alkali metal polysilicate hydrate. At least one glass sheet is provided, on its surface which is in contact with the fire-resistant material, with a primer layer, the adhesion of which to the fire-resistant layer decreases at the temperatures of the test of behaviour towards fire. At the temperature of the test of behaviour towards fire, the glass sheet exposed to the fire separates completely from the fire-resistant material. For this reason, the polysilicate fire-resistant shield remains intact, even when the glass sheet exposed to the fire shatters and when the fragments fall off.

Abstract: Use of a prior-cleaning cloth for an adhesive bond brought about by means of an adhesive film which is rereleasable without damage by pulling in the direction of the bond plane and which has an adhesive composition based on polymers and/or copolymers of synthetic rubber and/or natural rubber, characterized in that the substrate to be bonded is rubbed with a prior-cleaning cloth of this kind which is impregnated with a moisture-reactive organosilane, the organosilane being dissolved in a solvent or solvent mixture and being present therein in a concentration of 0.1-3% by weight, whereupon, following a waiting time of a few minutes, the adhesive film is pressed onto the treated area and then an article, hook or the like is bonded to the other side of the adhesive film, or else in that, after a waiting time of a few minutes, the adhesive film is pressed onto the treated area, an article, hook or the like already being located in bonded-on form on the reverse of the adhesive film.

Abstract: A composition, system and method of bonding together two substrates employing a deproteinized, enzyme-treated, natural rubber latex composition as a contact curing adhesive between the substrate surfaces.

Abstract: Polyurea elastomer systems have improved adhesion to a substrate with the use of a primer that is applied first. The primer is composed of hydrophobic, primary hydroxyl-containing compound, for example, castor oil, and an isocyanate. It is not necessary to wait for the primer to cure prior to applying of the polyurea elastomer system. The primer system is particularly useful on wet substrates, where the primer penetrates the sub-strate prior to polyurea elastomer spraying. Regardless of whether the substrate is dry or wet, adhesion is improved.

Abstract: In a draft roller for fiber, a rubber roller is used as the top roller. A thin amorphous quartz membrane of 0.05 to 5 micron thick is provided on all or part of the surface of the rubber roller to improve both holding of a fiber bundle and abrasion resistance of the rubber surface. It is preferred that the thin quartz membrane contain one or more of carbon black, diamond powder, metal powder or fine olefin tetrafluoride powder in dispersion.The thin amorphous quartz membrane is formed by applying an organic solvent solution of perhydropolysilazane having a molecular weight of 600 to 1000 on all or part of the surface of a rubber roller, removing the solvent and heating the coated layer.

Abstract: A glass fiber mat includes glass fibers saturated with a binder and then cured. A predetermined pattern of relatively high and low concentrations of binder is formed throughout the length of the glass fiber mat. The pattern produces at least one portion of the mat having a relatively high concentration of binder adjoining a portion of the mat having a relatively low concentration of binder. The pattern of high and low binder concentration is produced during a wet process. Liquid binder is either selectively applied to the glass fibers via an applicator or selectively removed from the glass fibers via a vacuum. Cover panels having predetermined slot configurations are used with vacuum boxes to create the desired pattern. Such glass fiber mats can be cut along an area of high binder concentration to produce cut edges which resist breaking and tearing. Shingles formed from such glass fiber mats have improved tear resistance and pliability.

Abstract: A new thermoformable nonwoven fibrous mat having properties particularly suited for a facer on insulating gypsum board and the method of making the mat is disclosed. The mat can also be pleated or thermoformed to produce filter elements and preforms for producing a wide range of fiber reinforced composites and laminates. The mat preferably contains a major portion of glass fibers and a minor portion of polyester fibers bound together with up to 35 wt. percent of a cross linked vinyl chloride acrylate copolymer binder having a glass transition temperature as high as about 113 degrees F., preferably about 97 degrees F. The binder also optionally contains about 3-10 wt. percent stearylated melamine.

Abstract: Polyurea elastomer systems have improved adhesion to a substrate with the use of a primer that is applied first. The primer is composed of hydrophobic, primary hydroxyl-containing compound, for example, castor oil, and an isocyanate. It is not necessary to wait for the primer to cure prior to applying of the polyurea elastomer system. The primer system is particularly useful on wet substrates, where the primer penetrates the substrate prior to polyurea elastomer spraying. Regardless of whether the substrate is dry or wet, adhesion is improved.

Abstract: A sealing part for connector waterproofing is disclosed, which comprises a vulcanized molding obtained from a composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a polyorganosiloxane (1), from 5 to 100 parts by weight of a reinforcing silica powder filler (2), from 0.01 to 10 parts by weight of a hydrogensiloxane polymer (3) having two or more Si-H bonds per molecule, and from 0.01 to 5 parts by weight of t-butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate (4). The sealing part for connector waterproofing of the present invention is satisfactory in heat resistance, low-temperature resistance, and oil resistance and can be produced at low cost in a reduced molding time.

Abstract: A layer of glass, and an optically clear or transparent coating layer bonded to at least one surface of the glass layer by an interposed layer of optically clear adhesive having a peel strength of at least 3,000 grams per square inch. The coating layer generally includes a plurality of polymeric plies or strata, which are preferably made of a polyester material. The adhesive layer is preferably a pressure sensitive acrylic resin. The coating layer preferably includes an ultraviolet absorbing polyester ply, a reflective polyester ply which will generally include a metallized surface, and an outermost scratch resistant ply that prevents scratching of the coating layer which will reduce optical transparency. The coating layer may additionally include a protective polyester ply adjacent to the metallized surface of the reflective ply.

Abstract: A laminated glass is composed of glass plates, between which a thermosetting resin composed of a copolymer of ethylene-vinyl acetate, a hydrocarbon resin and an organic peroxide is inserted and cured to intergrate them. An organic resin film is inserted between layers of the thermosetting resin. The thermosetting resin contains dibenzylidene sorbitol and/or tribenzylidene sorbitol. The thermosetting resin contains one or more kinds of silane coupling agent selected from the group consisting of acryloxy group containing compound, methacryloxy group containing compound and aryl group containing compound, and an absorber for ultra violet ray are contained. Preparation of the thermosetting resin is carried out by previously mixing a part of the copolymer of ethylene-vinyl acetate with the hydrocarbon resin to obtain a mixture, mixing residual amount of the copolymer of ethylene-vinyl acetate into the mixture, and adding the organic peroxide to mix.

Abstract: A panel assembly and method for manufacturing the panel assembly, especially adapted for use in vehicles, includes a panel of predetermined size and geometry wherein a surface of the panel to receive a gasket is primed using a material especially adapted to prepare the panel surface to bond with the gasket. The desired gasket profile is molded separately from the panel from a polymeric material. Following formation of the gasket, the panel is located thereon and pressed into intimate contact with the gasket for a prescribed period of time. The panel and attached panel are removed as an assembly. Additional or optional steps may be followed including preheating the panel and primed surface prior to bonding to shorten the cycle time and improve adhesion. Moreover, heat may be applied to the contact boundary between the panel and gasket substantially simultaneously with the application of pressure. The steps of heating and applying pressure may be repeated to insure proper adhesion.

Abstract: A sandwich glass is disclosed containing a thermoset resin layer interposed between glass plates, wherein the thermoset resin layer, prior to thermosetting, contains an uncured resin composition containing:(a) an organic peroxide,(b) an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, and(c) at least one compound selected from the groupconsisting of at least one acryloxy or methacryloxy group-containing compound and a hydrocarbon resin having a ratio of hydrogenation .gtoreq.91%;wherein the at least one acryloxy or methacryloxy group-containing compound is selected from the group consisting of 1-methyl-1,3-dimethacryloxypropane, 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-diacryloxypropane, 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-dimethacryloxypropane, 2-hydroxy-1-acryloxy-3-methacryloxypropane, 2-hydroxy-1,3-dimethacryloxypropane, 1-hydroxy-2-methyl-1,3-diacryloxypropane and 1-hydroxy-2-methyl-1,3-dimethacryloxypropane and the ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer contains vinyl acetate in an amount of 10-50% by weight.

Abstract: A method for producing asphalt fibers includes supplying molten asphalt to a rotating asphalt spinner, centrifuging asphalt fibers from the asphalt spinner, and collecting the asphalt fibers. The molten asphalt is supplied to the asphalt spinner at a temperature within the range of from about 270.degree. to about 500.degree. F. Also disclosed is a method for integrating asphalt with reinforcement fibers including the steps of establishing a downwardly moving veil of reinforcement fibers, such as glass fibers, and centrifuging asphalt fibers from a rotating asphalt spinner positioned within the veil of reinforcement fibers to integrate the asphalt with the reinforcement fibers. A method for making an asphalt roofing shingle includes the steps of assembling together a mat of asphalt fibers with a mat of reinforcement fibers, coating the assembled mats to form an asphalt coated sheet, applying granules to the asphalt coated sheet, and cutting the asphalt coated sheet into roofing shingles.

Abstract: A carbide phase on a porous or impervious carbon substrate is provided by chemically reacting the substrate with a concentrated solution of a carbide forming element in compound dissolved in a suitable solvent. The carbon substrate is heated to a temperature at which the compound decomposes and chemically reacts with the carbon substrate to form the desired carbide phase.