Abstract: A furnace for cracking of hydrocarbons, comprising one or several tubes through which the hydrocarbons flow during intensive heating and subsequent cracking. The starting material for the process can be e.g. naphtha or propane, mixed with a small amount of steam. When gases flow through the tube or tubes in the furnace, its temperature is increased up to about 850.degree. C. In order to achieve this, the temperature in the furnace compartment is 1100.degree.-1200.degree. C., and the temperature of the gases in the tubes in the furnace can then exceed 1100.degree. C. The tubes are made from an alloy comprising 15-30 weight % chromium, 3-10 weight % aluminum, the remainder of the composition being mainly iron. This alloy allows significant extension of the possible duration of operation without exchange of the tubes. A further improvement can be achieved by the formation on the inner walls of the tubes of a layer of aluminum oxide, obtained by oxidation of the tubes before the furnace is first used.

Abstract: A predetermined pattern of a dielectric polymer is formed on a substrate from a mixture of prepolymers which are the ethers of the oligomeric condensation product of (a) dihydric phenol and formaldehyde and (b) a dialdehyde and 3 to 4 moles of a phenol.

Abstract: A predetermined pattern of a dielectric polymer is formed on a substrate from a prepolymer which is an ether of the oligomeric condensation product of a dihydric phenol and formaldehyde having the formula ##STR1##

Abstract: Functional devices using charge transfer complexes formed as a layer on a substrate. In one embodiment of the invention, the device comprises a substrate, an electrode layer formed on one side of the substrate, at least one layer of a charge transfer complex capable of undergoing a variation in charge transferability by application of external energy, and another electrode layer formed on the complex layer. The charge transfer complex consists essentially of an electron donor and an electron acceptor, at least one of which is an organic compound having a long-chain alkyl substituent. In another embodiment, a charge transfer complex layer is provided on a substrate as polarized in one direction, in which the charge transfer complex does not necessarily contain such a substituted donor or acceptor compound as in the first embodiment but ordinary charge transfer complexes may be used. A pair of electrodes may be provided to sandwich the complex layer therebetween.

Abstract: Method of modifying an aromatic polymer surface to improve adhesion of a metal layer thereon and to the articles produced therefrom. The surface of the aromatic polymer such as polycarbonate, is nitrated by a contact with a nitrating solution such as a mixture of nitric and sulfuric acid and then hydroxylated by a contact with a hydroxylating solution such as ammonium hydroxide. The hydroxlyated surface is thus chemically modified to become hydrophilic. The chemically modified surface is electrolessly plated with a primary metal layer. A secondary metal layer is then electrolessly or electrolytically applied on top of the primary metal layer until a metal layer of a desired thickness is attained.The present invention further discloses articles such as an EMI shielded enclosure or a printed circuit board having metal layers as an EMI shield or a conductive metal trace pattern respectively.

Abstract: These polymers are copolymers or overpolymers having a substrate of styrene butadiene copolymer overpolymerized with an amine substituted alkyl acrylate. The polymers promote adhesion between organic and inorganic substrates and unsaturated polymers.

Abstract: An adhesion promoting composition for enhancing adhesion between an elastomeric substrate and a metal surface which, when applied at least in substantial contact with the metal surface, produces an elastomer-metal adhesive bond that withstands high temperature fluid and corrosive material environments and that can be applied without extensive pretreatment of the metal surface. The adhesion promoting composition comprises a phenolic resin derived from a first phenolic component, a second phenolic component, and a formaldehyde source, wherein the first phenolic component is a monohydroxy aromatic compound, a dihydroxy aromatic compound or a combination thereof, and the second phenolic component is a trihydroxy aromatic compound. A two-part adhesive composition containing a primer component and an overcoat component is also disclosed.

Abstract: An electrical laminate having an ability to absorb or shield ultraviolet rays having wavelength of 300-420 nm which comprises (i) at least one thermosetting resin-impregnated substrate, (ii) said substrate and a metal foil or (iii) said substrate, a metal foil and an adhesive layer for the metal foil comprising a thermosetting resin, characterized in that the thermosetting resin constituting part or all of said substrates or constituting said adhesive layer contains 0.2-6.0% by weight of a light absorber (A) on the basis of weight of the thermosetting resin, said light absorber is (a) an alkylthioxantone or a mixture of (a) said alkylthioxantone and (b) an ultraviolet rays-absorber.

Abstract: Resin compositions for laminated sheets and laminated sheets produced therefrom are disclosed, the compositions comprising at least one allyl ester resin composed of a polybasic acid and a polyhydric alcohol, wherein an allyl ester group of said resin is bonded to at least one of terminals thereof.

Abstract: Curable polyphenylene ether-polyepoxide compositions containing 1-methylimidazole as the primary curing catalyst have improved latency properties and are useful in the preparation of laminates and bonding sheets for printed circuit boards.

Abstract: Novel alkylcarbamylmethyl aminotriazines self-cure and also function as crosslinkers for compounds containing active hydrogen groups. When the active hydrogen-containing compounds are hydroxylated polymers, coatings are provided with exceptional resistance to detergent and salt-spray exposure and improved abrasion resistance. The novel aminotriazines also can be combined with fillers as binders which when cured provide shaped articles of manufacture, such as insulation and foundry core molds.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a flexible printed circuit board and coverlay film and a method for producing the same. The board and coverlay film have metal foil or parting paper adhered to a polyimide film using a two-layer thermosetting adhesive. The first layer of adhesive on the polyimide film is about 5 .mu.m thick or less. The circuit board and coverlay film produced according to this invention have excellent bonding strength, thermal, chemical and weather resistance, as well as good insulating properties.

Abstract: Provided herein are an aromatic polyester having superior physical properties which is composed of the following units ##STR1## an aromatic polyester amide formed by introducing a prescribed amount of amide linkage into said aromatic polyester; filament thereof; and a composition formed by adding an inorganic filler or magnetic powder to said polymers.

Abstract: There are provided an undercoat composition with excellent adhesiveness to both a resin coating layer and a metal layer, and a metal substrate coated with a resin composition. The undercoat composition and the resin-coated metal substrate offer excellent hot-water resistance and chemical resistance.

Abstract: Functional devices using charge transfer complexes formed as a layer on a substrate. In one embodiment of the invention, the device comprises a substrate, an electrode layer formed on one side of the substrate, at least one layer of a charge transfer complex capable of undergoing a variation in charge transferability by application of external energy, and another electrode layer formed on the complex layer. The charge transfer complex consists essentially of an electron donor and an electron acceptor, at least one of which is an organic compound having a long-chain alkyl substituent. In another embodiment, a charge transfer complex layer is provided on a substrate as polarized in one direction, in which the charge transfer complex does not necessarily contain such a substituted donor or acceptor compound as in the first embodiment but ordinary charge transfer complexes may be used. A pair of electrodes may be provided to sandwich the complex layer therebetween.

Abstract: A curable polymer composition for use in providing a dimensionally stable coating comprises a semi-interpenetrating polymer network. The semi-interpenetrating polymer network includes a reactive polymer component, cross-linking agent, and non-reactive polymer component. The non-reactive polymer component has a molecular weight of about 7,000-30,000, and preferably about 15,000. In preferred embodiments, the reactive polymer has a molecular weight of about 30,000-200,000, and preferably about 40,000-60,000. Spacecoat compositions made with formulations described, exhibit good long-term stability, and resistance to failure upon embossing of a substrate to which the retroreflective sheeting is applied.

Abstract: A solder powder is coated with an agent that protects the powder from oxidation. The coating agent is substantially insoluble in a vehicle used to make solder pastes. Thus, pastes made with the coated powders also resist oxidation even when exposed to air. A method for making the coated solder powders is also disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: Aqueous-based basecoat compositions, useful for application to metal and/or plastic substrates, comprise an anionic polyurethane principal resin and an anionic acrylic pigment grind resin. The compositions are particularly adapted to application to substrates over a wide range of ambient humidities and have quick drying characteristics. The incorporation of an anionic acrylic grind resin, which is compatible with the anionic polyurethane principal resin, produces a coating which has good pigment wetting and dispersion characteristics with improved shelf life and color stability.

Abstract: Decorative, highly reflective, adherent coatings suitable for automotive finishes comprise a base coat layer and a top coat layer. The base coat layer comprises a film-forming agent, leafing aluminum flake and, optionally, one or more colored pigmenting agents. The top coat layer comprises a transparent film-forming agent and an acidic adhesion promoting agent effective to inhibit delamination of the coating system. Optionally an alkylamine/fatty ester stabilizing agent is added to the base coat composition to stabilize the composition against deleafing during storage.

Abstract: Laminates are essentially composed of(A) a thermoplastic which is stable at high temperatures and is based on polyarylethersulfones, polyaryletherketones, polyetherimides or thermotropic polymers and(B) a metallic foil which is applied directly to the said polymers and whose surface area has been increased by chemical or mechanical treatment,the side having an increased surface area facing the thermoplastic which is stable at high temperatures, and the adhesion between the metallic foil (B) and the thermoplastic (A) which is stable at high temperatures being not less than 1.9 N/mm, measured at a peeling speed of 20 mm/min and a peeling angle of 180.degree..

Abstract: A method and structure for providing radio-opaque polymer compounds for use in metal bonding and sealing. A powder filler comprising a high atomic number metal or compound thereof is incorporated into a polymer compound to render it more radio-opaque than the surrounding metal structures. Voids or other discontinuities in the radio-opaque polymer compound can then be detected by x-ray inspection or other non-destructive radiographic procedure.

Abstract: There are disclosed a perpendicular magnetic recording medium comprising a substrate of a polymer film containing 0.7% by weight or less of a residual solvent and a ferromagnetic alloy layer formed on the substrate and a method for preparing the same comprising the steps of heating a substrate composed of a polymer film containing a residual solvent in order to regulate a content of the solvent existing in the substrate to 0.7% by weight or less; and afterward forming a magnetic layer composed of a ferromagnetic alloy on the substrate.The perpendicular magnetic recording medium of the present invention has a prolonged durability and heightened reliability.

Abstract: A coated metal body having a metal base or a metal base having an undercoat of an inorganic and/or organic material and at least one coating layer formed on the metal base or the undercoat to a thickness of 5-1,000 .mu.m with a poly(arylene thioether-ketone) resin coating material. The resin coating material is formed of 100 parts by weight of a poly(arylene thioether-ketone), 0-400 parts by weight of a thermoplastic resin and/or thermosetting resin compatible with the poly(arylene thioether-ketone) and 0-150 parts by weight, per 100 pars by weight of the sum of the resin components, of at least one filler selected from fibrous fillers, inorganic fillers and metallic fillers. The poly(arylene thioether-ketone) contains predominant recurring units of the formula ##STR1## wherein the --CO-- and --S-- are in the para position to each other, and has a melting point, Tm of 310.degree.-380.degree. C., a melt crystallization temperature, Tmc (420.degree. C./10 min) of at least 210.degree. C.

Abstract: A reflecting plate comprising a substrate, a synthetic resin interlayer formed on the surface of the substrate, and a thin metallic film formed on the synthetic resin interlayer. The reflecting plate may further comprise a transparent synthetic resin layer on the surface of the thin metallic film. A typical use of the reflecting plate is with an illuminating lamp in an electrostatic copying apparatus.

Abstract: There are disclosed (1) an injection-molded thermoplastic resin article having on a surface thereof a copper foil or a copper foil circuit, wherein the thermoplastic resin comprises one of polycarbonate, polyethersulfone, and polyetherimide and an adhesive layer comprising polyvinyl butyral having a degree of polymerization of up to 1000, polyvinyl formal having a degree of polymerization of up to 1000, or a mixture or both polymers is formed either the copper foil or the copper foil circuit and the molded thermoplastic resin and (2) a process for producing such injection-molded thermoplastic resin articles.

Abstract: A polymer film with a conductive electrode has an insulated polymer film with an electrically conductive pattern containing an electrically conductive polymer of an aromatic compound, the conductive pattern being formed on at least one major surface of the insulated film, and an internal portion extending from the at least one major surface.

Abstract: A vibration-damping material consisting of two metal plates and a vibration-damping layer of thermoplastic resin interposed between the two metal plates, in which said thermoplastic resin has a percentage of wlongation at 20.degree. C. of 30% or more, preferably 50% or more, a peak temperature of dissipation factor (tan .delta.) in the range of -50.degree. C. to 130.degree. C., and a bonding strength toward the metal plates of 3 kg/cm or more as determined by 180.degree.-peeling test at 20.degree. C.

Abstract: This invention relates to a plastic substrate having on its surface an adherent photo-product coating, and a method for coating that substrate, which coating is formed by exposing to light in the presence of an oxygen source, a reactant mixture comprising: 2,2'4,4'-tetrahydroxybenzophenone, with (1) ammonium hydroxide and optionally a trace amount of at least one reactive metal, or (2) ammonium hydroxide and at least one metal salt, or (3) at least one metal salt and at least one amine, or (4) ammonium hydroxide, at least one metal salt and at least one amine; in a suitable solvent.

Abstract: Polymer/copper laminates and a method for their manufacture employing smooth, untreated, wrought-copper and characterized by cohesive and adhesive strength in the resulting laminates.

Abstract: This invention is directed to polymers (including oligomers) that contain (N-substituted carbamoyloxy)alkanoyloxyalkyl acrylates, to a process for their preparation by reacting the carbamoyloxy alkanoyloxyalkyl acrylates with other ethylenically unsaturated monomers, and to coating, ink, adhesive, and sealant compositions (including the cured coatings, inks, adhesives, and sealants) that are obtained by crosslinking the above compositions by various means. The cured compositions, which are, for example, high-quality industrial finishes, sealants or encapsulants, are made by incorporation of various conventional crosslinking agents and other normally-used formulating ingredients with the polymeric compositions of the invention.

Abstract: Aminoplast compositions are cured using a sulfur and phosphorus containing catalyst.

Abstract: The invention relates to a reduced temperature coating composition which dries to form films exhibiting desirable properties comprises a blend of (1) a principle film forming resin with reactive functional groups, typically hydroxyl, and (2) a fully alkylated, low imino aminoplast.

Abstract: An insulating substrate having a layer of an adhesive composition comprising (A) a modified phenolic resin and (B) acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber on at least one surface of a substrate is suitable for producing printed circuit boards having excellent solder heat resistance by an additive process.

Abstract: Unit layer polyheteroaromatic films of thickness less than 50 nm are obtained when an aldehyde monomer or aldehyde monomer precursor is spread onto an aqueous subphase containing an aromatic amine monomer, said aromatic amine monomer possessing amine or group VI heteroatom alcohols moieties in ortho (XH, NH.sub.2) pairs, where X is N or a group VI heteroatom. The resulting film can be transferred and built up as multilayer films on various substrates.

Abstract: A blocked acid catalyst of an aromatic sulfonic acid blocked with amino methyl propanol and coating compositions containing the blocked acid catalyst.

Abstract: A multilayer printed wiring board is described having (1) an inner layer conductive pattern on an organic insulating base material, (2) a poly(vinyl acetal)-phenolic resin coating containing an amine substituted organic zirconate or titanate coupling agent, (3) a dielectric insulating layer, (4) a bonding composition capable of being adhesion promoted for electroless metal deposition comprising a phenolic resin having at least two methylol groups and substantially free of methyl ether groups, a heat resistant aromatic or cyclic resin having functional groups capable of reacting with the methylol groups without the evolution of water, and (5) an outer conductive pattern, the multilayer board being capable of withstanding at least five soldering cycles of at least 255.degree. C. for 2 seconds without blistering or delamination. Processes for manufacturing the multilayer board are also described.

Abstract: A copper clad laminate board for a printed circuit has a center plate which is a thermosetting resin containing hollow glass microspheres uniformly distributed in the resin. The center plate has sheets provided on both sides thereof, which sheets are a thermosetting resin having a reinforcing fabric. The board has a high electrical resistance and resists bending during subsequent processing.

Abstract: An electrode supporting conduit tube for electrical heating of underground hydrocarbon resources comprises a metal conduit tube and an insulating member adhered on and around the outer peripheral surface of the metal conduit tube. The insulating member is a laminated body of a web of glass fiber impregnated with water-dispersion varnish of a hot-water resistant and thermoplastic resin and a polyether/ether/ketone resin film, which is formed by first alternately winding the glass fiber web and the resin film on and around the outer peripheral surface of the metal conduit tube for a plurality of winding turns, and then subjecting both polyether/ether/ketone resin film and glass fiber web thus wound on and around the metal conduit tube to shaping under heat and pressure at a heating temperature of from 350.degree. C. to 450.degree. C, and under a pressure of from 10 kg/cm.sup.2 to 200 kg/cm.sup.2.

Abstract: An electrode supporting conduit tube for electrical heating of underground hydrocarbon resources comprises a metal conduit tube; and an insulative covering adhered on and around the outer peripheral surface of the metal conduit tube, the insulative covering being a laminated body of polyether/ether/ketone resin and glass fiber, which is obtained by confining both polyether/ether/ketone resin and glass fiber wound on and around the metal conduit tube within a metal mold and subjecting the laminated materials to shaping under heat and pressure at a heating temperature of from 350.degree. C. to 450.degree. C. and a pressure of from 10 to 200 kg/cm.sup.2.

Abstract: An aqueous dispersion comprising one or more 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidine compounds having a molecular weight 2000 or less than 2000 and a melting point of 100.degree. C. or more, one or more cationic, non-ionic and/or anionic dispersing agents and an aqueous medium. These dispersions are suitable for use as light stabilizers in aqueous systems.

Abstract: A liquid concentrate comprising an oxamide and a 2,2,6,6-tetraalkylpiperidine compound dissolved in an organic solvent is useful for the UV-stabilization of hardenable liquid finishes, particularly automotive finishes.

Abstract: A hydrophilic film-forming composition which comprises a resin paint comprising a resin binder component and a paint vehicle with a solid ion exchange resin powder dispersed in the vehicle. A film produced therefrom has durable hydrophilic properties, and when combined with a suitable undercoat corrosion resistance is also improved.

Abstract: A hybrid magnetic bubble memory device comprising soft magnetic material propagation tracks and ion-implanted propagation tracks. In the soft magnetic material propagation track region, a layer made of a heat-resistant polymer was provided as an interlaminar insulating layer between a conductor and a pattern of a soft magnetic material. An insulator film made of a heat-resistant polymer was provided on the pattern made of a soft magnetic material. A passivation film made of an inorganic material was provided on the ion-implanted propagation tracks and the insulator film made of a heat-resistant polymer.

Abstract: A laminated film comprises a metallic film and a polymer layer which has been laminated on the metallic film, the polymer being anisotropic in the melt phase.

Abstract: Novel alkylcarbamylmethyl aminotriazines self-cure and also function as crosslinkers for compounds containing active hydrogen groups. When the active hydrogen-containing compounds are hydroxylated polymers, coatings are provided with exceptional resistance to detergent and salt-spray exposure and improved abrasion resistance. The novel aminotriazines also can be combined with fillers as binders which when cured provide shaped articles of manufacture, such as insulation and foundry core molds.

Abstract: A product which is one having a static-free grounded work surface. There is a first component which is a relatively thick particle board but of a predetermined thickness. Overlying the particle board is wire mesh screen of particular gauge mesh with its edge portions secured to peripheral parts of the particle board. Overlying the wire mesh screen is a relatively thin plastic sheet of melamine which provides the working surface. A static charge is dissipated through the plastic laminate and through the wire mesh screen to ground connections.

Abstract: This invention relates to a self-locking agent consisting essentially of a mixture of a polyamide or a copolyamide and an epoxy resin and a phenol resin, isocyanate compound, titanate, silane coupling agent or an organo-silicon compound and methods of making and using said agent.

Abstract: There is provided a rubber adhesive for bonding rubber to metal or synthetic resin. The rubber adhesive comprises a chlorinated polymer as a principal component and a dithiocarbamate. The dithiocarbamate is, for example, nickel dibutyldithiocarbamate, which is added in amount of 0.5 to 20 parts by weight, preferably 4 to 16 parts by weight, for 100 parts by weight of solids in the principal component.

Abstract: A coating composition based on a binder comprising a major portion of acrylic resin and a minor portion of polyester oligomer, suitable for application to metal and non-metal substrates.

Abstract: Novel thermosetting resin compositions comprise (1) a polyalcohol produced by reduction of a low molecular weight linear alternating polymer of carbon monoxide and at least one ethylenically unsaturated hydrocarbon and (2) a polyfunctional curing agent. The compositions are cured upon application of heat to cured, crosslinked compositions useful as coatings.