Abstract: A towel for wrapping and drying hair on a human head includes a configuration for facilitating wrapping of the towel about the head and also provides for an area of enhanced water absorption for contacting the hair and for facilitating rapid drying thereof.

Abstract: A cover-gasket assembly for a hard disk device which comprises a gasket applied to a predetermined position of a cover for the hard disk device, wherein the gasket is formed essentially of a cured product of a fluorosilicone rubber composition. The assembly is particularly excellent in sealing property against permeation of water vapor, and can be used extremely effectively for hard disk devices for handy office-automation apparatuses such as laptop or pocket-size personal computers, word processors and the like which are expected to be used under various temperature and humidity conditions.

Abstract: A washcloth including a pocket for holding an object includes a first piece of fabric having a predetermined length and width. A second piece of fabric having a predetermined length and width is provided wherein the predetermined length and width of the second piece of fabric is smaller in size relative to the first piece of fabric. The second piece of fabric is positioned relative to the first piece of fabric for defining a pocket therebetween with an opening in communication with the pocket being provided for enabling an object to be inserted within the pocket. A third piece of fabric, having a predetermined length and width is provided and is secured relative to the first piece of fabric for providing a closure for the opening provided in communication with the pocket for retaining an object positioned within the pocket.

Abstract: A vehicular car mat includes a tray support having a plurality of recessed cup portions to each receive a multi-layered fibrous insert for ease of removal of the insert for maintenance and cleaning thereof. The support is of a flexible construction having a bottom surface, including a peripheral array of projections directed about the bottom surface, with a second array of projections positioned below the first recessed cup portion onto the bottom surface. The inserts each include a flexible polymeric base, having frictional engaging projections directed from the base for enhanced positioning and adherence within each respective cup portion.

Abstract: A mat for a frame includes a mat frame made of frame elements, each having a foaming synthetic resin substrate which has predetermined thickness and width and which is covered by a neutral paper. The frame elements are cut at a predetermined length and a predetermined angle to form a predetermined shape of a mat frame.

Abstract: A distinctive apparatus and method for selectively providing predetermined segments of web material comprises a supplying mechanism for providing the web material. A first sensing mechanism detects a reference marker on the web material to generate at least one reference marker datum which is associated with a selected web segment. A separating mechanism includes a sensor mechanism for providing at least one separation datum, and divides the web material along a separation region during a production of the web segment. A phase regulating mechanism controls a relative phasing between the reference marker detected by the first sensing mechanism and the dividing by the separating mechanism. The phasing is conducted with respect to a set reference value.

Abstract: A novel method of making a laminated label construction is provided which involves (1) providing a temporary carrier having a first relatively strong release surface and a second relatively weak release surface on opposite sides thereof, (2) forming a heat sealable lacquer on said first release surface so as to form a label face film having a predetermined edge configuration, (3) forming indicia on at least one selected portion of said label face film (in the case where printed labels are desired), and (4) forming a layer of a pressure-sensitive adhesive in overlying bonded relationship with the indicia (when present) and the protective lacquer. The pressure-sensitive adhesive has lateral dimensions less than those of the label face film. The lacquer face film comprises at least one heat-activatable ingredient that becomes tacky when heated and thereby provides heat-sealing properties.

Abstract: A sealing material for an electric wire connection, comprising a tape-form releasable material, viscous sealing pieces comprising a waterproofing compound, each piece having a width narrower than the width of the releasable material and being releasably formed on one surface of the releasable material, and a sheet-form base material having a larger area than the viscous sealing piece such that each end of the base material projects over each edge portion of the viscous sealing piece formed in one body on each viscous sealing piece, a sealing method for an electric wire connection using the sealing material, and a method for producing the sealing material.

Abstract: An insulating board in which the capacity to absorb the moisture exemplified by wood fiber based board, cellulose fiber based board and perlite based board is coupled with the high permeability of fiber glass insulation to provide a board having a balance between the capacity to hold moisture and sufficient permeance to allow the board to give up the moisture as the board is passed through a cycle of absorption and desorption, whether it be on a daily or seasonable cycle is provided with an air retarder sheet laminated thereto, which while it provides an air retarder and a water shield has a high permeance so as to allow water vapor to pass through.

Abstract: A dispatch goods label consists of a loop section and an adjoining section which are both detachably connected with one another via a perforation. A respective adhesive layer of the loop section and the adjoining section ends at a distance from the perforation line. Both of the ends of the covering strip are uncoated and adhere directly to the respectively opposing adhesive layer of the loop section and the adjoining section. They are foldable at the transition to the respective adhesive layer about the transition line. The covering tape is provided at the level of the perforation line of the loop section and the adjoining section with a cut line connection which brakes open upon folding both sections about the perforation line.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for producing superior optically clear laminates having a sheet of semi-rigid material encapsulated in a thermoplastic interlayer between layers of rigid material such as glass. Pre-cooled laminate elements are assembled at reduced temperature, allowing positioning of the sheet of semi-rigid material in the interlayer of the assembly with minimal wrinkling, formation of air bubbles or entrapment of moisture. Thereafter, the laminate assembly is maintained under vacuum for an extended period of time, substantially eliminating wrinkling, air bubbles and moisture from between the laminate elements as well as pre-forming the semi-rigid sheet. Bonding heat and pressure is then applied, first heating the assembly to "tack" the laminate elements together, and next applying heat and pressure for bonding the laminate elements.

Abstract: Method for the sealing of the openings in the end surfaces of a sheet-shaped synthetic material that consists of two or more outer plates which are mainly flat and which are mounted on partitions. The partitions are spaced roughly even distance from one another and run along the total length of the material. Over every end opening a dust-proof, water-vapor permeable and ventilating non-woven first foil, e.g., of polyester fabric, is put, and on top of or under that one or more strips of a second foil, e.g. of aluminum, are put, of which the edges are beaten around and secured to the outer plates. This is done in such a way that every end opening discharges, at least partially, through a part of the first foil which is not covered by the second foil. The invention also comprises the foil material to be used, preferably consisting of two strips of foils as described, fixed against each other, before being put over the openings. An intended use is as a transparent covering for light streets.

Abstract: A reflective safety wrap for use on appendages of joggers or horses includes an elongated elastic fabric strip with a reflective material superimposed thereon. A blind stitch joins the elastic fabric and reflective material. Fastening devices are positioned at each end of the wrap. The method for making the blind stitch is disclosed.

Abstract: An improved sealant pad comprises a rectangular field of viscous sealant supported by a tough flexible film substrate. The substrate and sealant field may have the same dimensions of length and width but generally the substrate will extend beyond the sealant field on at least two opposing sides. One or more of these extending borders of substrate may be advantageously coated with adhesive thereby providing sealant pads with up to four extending flaps of adhesive coated substrate surrounding the sealant field. The sealant pads may be produced in a variety of configurations and are useful for environmentally sealing electrical connections such as are found in wiring harnesses.

Abstract: A closure device for shrinkwraps comprising a high temperature-resistant, flame-resistant and dimensionally stable backing layer, a cross linked, high temperature-resistant, shear-resistant, and flame-resistant pressure sensitive adhesive applied to one surface of the backing layer; a heat-shrinkable film dimensionally smaller than the pressure sensitive adhesive layer positioned on the adhesive layer so as to maintain a peripheral area of exposed pressure sensitive adhesive; and an optional release liner applied so as to protect the exposed pressure sensitive adhesive layer from premature and unwanted contact prior to use.

Abstract: An improved multilayer insulation blanket for insulating cryogenic structures operating at very low temperatures is disclosed. An apparatus and method for fabricating the improved blanket are also disclosed. In the improved blanket, each successive layer of insulating material is greater in length and width than the preceding layer so as to accommodate thermal contraction of the layers closest to the cryogenic structure. The fabricating apparatus has a rotatable cylindrical mandrel having an outer surface of fixed radius that is substantially arcuate, preferably convex, in cross-section. The method of fabricating the improved blanket comprises (a) winding a continuous sheet of thermally reflective material around the circumference of the mandrel to form multiple layers, (b) binding the layers along two lines substantially parallel to the edges of the circumference of the mandrel, (c) cutting the layers along a line parallel to the axle of the mandrel, and (d) removing the bound layers from the mandrel.

Abstract: A trapezoidally-shaped rubber patch for patching the sidewall of a radial-ply tire with broken or damaged cords. The rubber patch has a first layer of rubber containing radial metallic cords and at least one second layer of rubberized fabric with synthetic cords under the first layer. Beneath the second layer is at least one third layer of rubber. The patch has a knurled attachment surface for attaching it to a coresponding knurled tire attachment surface. The rubber patch also has a trapezoidally-shaped rubber plug extending outwardly from the attachment surface. The rubber plug fits into a window which is cut in the sidewall of the tire in the area of the broken or damaged cords. The first layer of rubber is raised with respect to the attachment surface. The first layer of rubber is as wide as the base of the plug in the area beneath it.

Abstract: Absorbent articles such as disposable diapers, incontinent pads, sanitary napkins and the like that have multiple layer absorbent cores that are suitable for acquiring and containing liquids in an especially effective and efficient manner.

Abstract: Method of restricting a coating to a first area having an adjacent second area which is to be covered by a mask before the coating is applied, including the steps of separating the areas with a barrier strip of masking paper, applying a masking composition to the second area pressing the paper against the composition to produce a guarding edge between the first and second areas, and applying coating material to the first area, the masking composition inhibiting dust on the second area from marring the coating, and protecting the second area from coating overspray. Also disclosed is a masking system including the barrier strip of masking paper pressed against the film of the masking composition applied to the painted portion of an automobile. The masking composition is easily removable by a water wash after coating of the unmasked area of the automobile.

Abstract: Sheets or continuous paper web containing integral but separable self-adhesive labels each comprising an integral label in the sheet or web surrounded by perforations, or attenuating lines, an adhesive layer on the sheet or web substantially covering the area of the label, and a separating sheet of paper or plastic covering the applied adhesive and jutting beyond all edges of the adhesive layer.

Abstract: A composite beam having a constant stress geometry is provided wherein a varying fiber content in a fiber impregnated resin is employed across the beam's cross section to cause the neutral axis of the beam to shift toward the compressive side. The design provides the maximum deflection in the direction of the load before compressive failure occurs for a given size and shaped beam of equivalent stiffness.

Abstract: Absorbent element, characterized in that it principally consists of at least two layers (1, 2, 6) of which one layer (1), which is destined to be brought into direct contact with the product to be absorbed, primarily consists of a strongly liquid absorbing hydrophobic material.

Abstract: A carpet mat is produced for use on a floor carpet. The carpet mat is comprised of a carpet component with at least one gripping member of its underside. The gripping member is a thin plate having a first set of vertically extending protrusions which extend into a fibrous portion of the carpet component. Substantially all the tips of the protrusions are distorted in a random fashion to interlock with the fibrous portion of the carpet component to cause a permanent attachment thereto. A second set of vertically extending protrusions extend from an opposite side of the thin plate and are for the purpose of interacting with the floor carpet to prevent a shifting of the carpet mat when placed onto the floor carpet.

Abstract: A method for making disposable absorbent articles which includes cutting a sheet into two elongated webs so that one edge of each web is straight and the other edge has alternating concave and convex portions, affixing the webs to a water-impervious backing sheet so that the straight edge portions thereof face each other and the alternating concave-convex portions face outwardly.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a unique method for producing an anti-lacerative glass assembly wherein a plastic composite anti-laceration sheet is to be bonded to a glass substrate sheet. The plastic anti-laceration sheet includes an inner layer of polyvinyl butyral adpated to abut the glass substrate sheet, an intermediate layer of polyester, and an outer layer of abrasion resistant material. A glass cover sheet having substantially the same curvature as the glass substrate sheet is utilized to press the anti-laceration sheet into bonding engagement with the glass substrate sheet. In accordance with the present invention, the bonding operation is accomplished by heating the laminated glass assembly to a predetermined temperature in the range of 285.degree. F. to 305.degree. F. The present invention also concerns the use of a unique vacuum ring construction which is mounted about the periphery of the laminated assembly and it utilized to de-air the assembly.

Abstract: An improved method for producing a multi-colored emblem which may be bonded to a fabric is disclosed which provides and emblem with an embroidered appearance. The emblem is easily heat sealable onto difficult to adhere fabrics. The method generally involves providing a first woven material blank, providing a barrier layer of thermoplastic material, laminating the barrier layer onto one side of said material blank to form an assembly, cutting said assembly to a specific configuration, sewing a thread about the periphery of the cut assembly, and laminating said assembly onto a second woven material blank having a different color. This second assembly is again cut to a complimentary larger configuration and also provided with a thread about the periphery. The two material blanks are then heat sealed together and an adhesive layer is provided to the exposed barrier layer.

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions of a silicone crosslinkable into elastomeric state by elimination of water therefrom, include:(A) 100 parts of an oil-in-water emulsion of an .alpha.,.omega.-(dihydroxy)polydiorganosiloxane, stabilized with an anionic and/or nonionic surfactant;(B) 0.1 to 15 parts of an organosiliconate; and(C) 5 to 250 parts of a nonsiliceous inorganic filler material; and such emulsion having a pH higher than 7 and a solids content of at least 40%; the subject emulsions are especially adapted for the production of silicone elastomer seals for the coating of food packaging materials.

Abstract: Surface imperfections on painted fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) automotive body panels are substantially eliminated by incorporating thermally conductive material into the part that serves to minimize temperature differentials on the surface of the part to be painted.

Abstract: The composite article of the present invention comprises a resin binder impregnated fiberglass matte having adjacent to one or more of said matte's edges a strip of semi-rigid foam. On one or more surface of the core is bonded one or more reinforcing or decorative layers. Further disclosed is the method for making these composite articles.

Abstract: An oily paste composition comprising, as essential components, (I) a polymerization product obtained by addition polymerization of (A) an organohydrogenpolysiloxane containing in its molecule not less than 1.5 silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms on average and (B) an organopolysiloxane containing in its molecule not less than 1.5 silicon-bonded aliphatic unsaturated groups on average, and (II) a saturated hydrocarbon oil.The present composition is smooth to touch, free from stickiness, and excellent in transparency. It is useful for, for example, cosmetic or medical purpose.

Abstract: A closure device for shrinkwraps comprising a high temperature-resistant, flame-resistant and dimensionally stable backing layer, a cross linked, high temperature-resistant, shear-resistant, and flame-resistant pressure sensitive adhesive applied to one surface of the backing layer; a heat-shrinkable film dimensionally smaller than the pressure sensitive adhesive layer positioned on the adhesive layer so as to maintain a peripheral area of exposed pressure sensitive adhesive; and an optional release liner applied so as to protect the exposed pressure sensitive adhesive layer from premature and unwanted contact prior to use.

Abstract: A roof lining structure in a motor vehicle includes a roof lining base member and a vibration-damping layer interposed between an upper surface of the base member and a lower surface of a roof panel of the motor vehicle. The roof lining base member comprises a support layer having a cellular structure, and a reinforcing layer disposed at least partly in the roof lining base member. The upper surface of the vibration-damping layer is held in intimate contact with the lower surface of the roof panel. The vibration-damping layer is bonded to the roof panel by an adhesive layer. The vibration-damping layer is made of a material having such a mechanical strength that the vibration-damping layer will be torn apart vertically with a tearing force weaker than the bonding strength of the adhesive layer.

Abstract: A continuous label paper with a number of tractor-feed transfer holes formed with equal spacings along both lateral ends of a release sheet, and unit label sheets, partitioning a certain number of label pieces, are detachably mounted on the release sheet with equal spacings in the longitudinal direction. The label unit sheets have edges which are spaced from the portions with transfer holes on the release sheet. A method to prepare the continuous label paper from continuous paper detachably mounted on the release sheet by simultaneously removing unnecessary portions of the continuous paper outside each unit label sheet.

Abstract: Different from a conventional casing for fixed disc memory assembly constructed by conjoining two covering members at the flanges by sandwiching a gasket prepared by punching a sheet of a spongy rubber, the invention proposes a covering member in which a gasket of a solid silicone rubber is adhesively and integrally bonded to the flange thereof in advance so that the fixed disc memory assembly can be constructed with greatly improved work-ability in addition to the advantage obtained by the absence of any tiny rubber particles formed by pubching of a spongy rubber sheet as the dusts to cause serious troubles. The gasket may be shaped either by a conventional rubber molding method and bonded to the flange using a silicone-based adhesive or may be formed by the techniques of the so-called FIPG method.

Abstract: There is provided an integral textile composite which fabric comprises a substrate portion having at least one organic textile fiber layer and an insulating portion. The insulating portion has at least one inorganic fiber layer which is substantially co-extensive with the organic fiber layer, and at least one insulating layer of insulating material which is substantially less than co-extensive with the inorganic fiber layer. A plurality of first needled stitches composed of organic fibers from said organic fiber layer of said substrate portion are needled in and disposed at least substantially through the insulating portion, while the inorganic fibers of the inorganic fiber layer in the insulating portion are substantially undisturbed.

Abstract: A panel for use as a substrate for a torch-down modified bitumen roof membrane is disclosed. The panel comprises a board of combustible material with a pre-applied noncombustible facer sheet. The facer sheet protects the board from burning during installation of the membrane. In a preferred embodiment, the boards comprise cellulosic fibers and the facer sheet comprises a fabric of bituminous coated glass fibers. The panels are provided with a facer sheet overhang along two adjacent edges for overlapping the facer sheets of abutting panels. The panels are disclosed having an asphalt coating on the top of the board and with a rubber-asphalt emulsion adhesive adhering the facer sheets to the board. Also disclosed is a roofing construction and a method of applying the roofing construction incorporating the substrate panels.

Abstract: An image-impressing device impresses on an axially elongate substrate surface by flat-bed table-top printing an apparently continuous major stripe of constant width and straight edges in excess of the length of the image-impressing device by repeatedly moving the image-impressing device to successive slightly overlapping and generally longitudinally aligned lengths of the substrate surface to form a longitudinally continuous plurality of minor stripes of generally constant width and generally straight edges not in excess of the length of the image-impressing device. Each of the minor stripes is formed with at least one inwardly tapered end overlapping the end of an adjacent minor stripe to enhance the illusion of a continuous major stripe of constant width and straight edges by enhancing the apparent longitudinal alignment of the overlapping ends.

Abstract: The method of reinforcing a panel of sheet metal, a shaped plastic body or the like is performed by means of a one- or multi-layer stiffening member of essentially flat shape which comprises a layer at least partially consisting of a thermosetting resin. Thereby, the stiffening member is subjected to a first heat treatment until at least one of the surfaces of the stiffening member is sticky. Thereafter, the stiffening member is applied to the surface of an element to be reinforced. Finally, the stiffening member is subjected to a second, final heat treatment until all layers comprising a thermosetting resin material are cured. Thus, it is not necessary to manually prepare the stiffening member by removing a protection foil from its sticky surface prior to applying it to the element to be reinforced and a fully automated handling is possible.

Abstract: A laminated material as a damping member welded to a panel of a vehicle body comprises a lower sheet of a foamable mer-sheet, an upper sheet of a non-foamable mer-sheet and an intermediate sheet of a reduced size to be interposed between the upper and lower sheets, wherein the upper and lower sheets are welded together at their peripheral end portions which come into direct contact with each other in laminated state. This structure probilits any irregularities present on the body panel surface from appearing on the upper surface of the laminated material and provides a good damping effect. A method for welding a laminated damping material to a vehicle body panel uses an oven which is used in a coating step of a vehicle body assembly line, dry heat of the oven permitting the layer of a foamable material to get foamed and fluidized when the damping material is passed through the oven the coating step, thus providing a thermal welding between the damping material and the panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to preformed, shaped, refractory, heat-insulating articles for use in an expendable sidewall lining of a molten metal handling vessel. The lining has a face at part of which is exposed a zone of matter of high resistance to erosion by molten metal and accompanying slag. The vessel may be e.g. a tundish for use in the continuous casting of molten metal e.g. steel.

Abstract: Optically-readable identification means embedded in an article to be identified. One method of the invention is to apply the identification means to an article and then subsequently cover the article, at least in the area of the identification means, with a protective layer so that the identification means becomes an integral part of the article. In the case of fiberglass articles, the identification means is applied to the article before the final layer of epoxy or polyester is applied. In one preferred embodiment for high temperature applications, there is provided an embeddable bar code strip comprising a bar code which can withstand high temperatures disposesd on a polymeric carrier substrate which is stable at temperatures to at about 500 degrees Fahrenheit. This bar code is preferably iron powder placed on a polyimide substrate by means of xerographic copying. In another preferred embodiment, for nonreflective articles, one surface of the carrier substrate is coated with aluminum by vapor deposition.

Abstract: The conductance between conductive fibers utilized in a composite panel and the surface of the panel is improved by the use of conductive inserts which are pressed into the surface of the panel sufficiently to contact the fibers facilitating electrically connecting the conductive fibers with a ground on the conductive fibers in another panel.

Abstract: A chemical analysis slide includes at least two plastic sheets superposed one on another and bonded together, and a chemical analysis film sandwiched therebetween. In a method of continuously assembling such chemical analysis slides, while at least two plastic sheets in continous lengths are conveyed in the longitudinal direction thereof, a plurality of chemical anaylsis films are sandwiched between the plastic sheets at predetermined intervals, the plastic sheets are bonded together at a portion circumscribing each of the chemical analysis films sandwiched therebetween to form a sheet assembly and individual chemical analysis slides are cut out from the sheet assembly. At least one of the sheets in continuous lengths is provided with a plurality of slits extending in the transverse direction of the sheet at regular intervals at the remaining portions of the sheet which do not form a part of the chemical analysis slide.

Abstract: A continuous business form has a carrier sheet formed of conventional paper (i.e., without a wax or silicone coating) and a forms portion adhered to the carrier sheet by release adhesive (transfer adhesive) adhered to the underside of the forms portion. The forms portion may be peeled from the carrier sheet for application and adherence to another surface while the carrier sheet may be used as paper, for example, for use in impact printing processes.

Abstract: A molded fiberglass product and process for producing that product are disclosed. A fiberglass mat is molded to a desired shape. It is trimmed and placed between two sheets of facing fabric, the facing fabric pretreated with a thermoset binder and a heat activated adhesive. The facing sheets and fiberglass mat are placed into a press with a heated mold where the fiberglass is compressed at its edges and the sheets are sealed to the fiberglass and beyond the fiberglass edges to each other. The resultant workpiece is trimmed and the final product is a completely enveloped molded fiberglass product with all fiberglass surfaces and edges, both external and internal, enveloped in facing, no fiberglass exposed.

Abstract: A combination napkin and table setting holder made entirely of paper. The device consists of a single sheet of absorbent paper in rectangular form approximately twelve inches by sixteen inches wide which contains a single straight line of perforations which divides the sheet into a twelve inch by twelve inch square napkin and a rectangle approximately twelve inches by four inches wide to which is attached a second sheet of paper having the same width as the width of the aforesaid rectangle and a height of approximately eight inches having its two opposite sides and lower edge bonded to the lower edge and two sides of the aforesaid rectangle to form an open topped pocket designed to receive a knife, fork and spoon or similar utensils making up an individual table setting.

Abstract: A high-temperature resistant sealing strip for bridge-sealing is prepared from a strip with a cover substance containing a mixture of bitumen and a radiation-crosslinking polymer in the ratio of 7/3 to 19/1 and which is crosslinked in an electron accelerator at an irradiation dose between 5 and 16.times.10.sup.4 Gy.

Abstract: A method of making a filtercloth which includes fixing components to the cloth includes the use of a thermoplastic bonding agent mixed with a ferrous metal powder. The bonding agent is induction heated to fuse the parts together, using the metal as a susceptor. FIG. 3a is a section through a typical assembly being bonded.

Abstract: A non-slip floor mat combination for use on pile-carpeted surfaces comprises a flexible, rubber-backed mat having a substantially flat preferably ultra smooth backing surface, and an anchoring component designed to be detachably secured through its lower surface to pile carpeting and having a substantially flat preferably ultra smooth upper surface designed to contact the backing surface of the mat and to restrict lateral movement of the mat relative to the anchoring component solely due to frictional resistance to relative movement between the two substantially flat surfaces in contact with one another.

Abstract: A modular mirror having any shape for walls or the like includes tiles having a clay support covered by a specular layer having a slightly greater perimeter to allow the perimetrical distribution of a silicon or wax gasket thereabout to protect the side edges of the tile from oxidation. The resulting mirror is installed in the same plane as that of conventional tiles on the wall since the specular tiles have the same perimeter and caliber as conventional tiles.