Abstract: A method of making a composite roofing material and the resulting material by depositing nail tabs made of a thermoplastic, thermosetting, adhesive or elastomer material, in a liquid state, onto the base substrate of the composite roofing material or onto the saturated or coated roofing material, or onto a transfer surface to be pressed or laminated onto the roofing material. A preferred embodiment transfers the nail tabs onto an engraved transfer impression roll and uses a pressurized applicator to inject the viscous tab material into engraved patterns depressed in raised areas of the impression roll., then deposits the material onto the roofing material. A preferred embodiment also includes the thermoplastic or thermosetting material in a liquid or viscous state hardened or cured by either its exposure to the air or by the use of ultra-violet or visible light.

Abstract: A building, packing, or shipping material is provided. The building material includes at least one panel of sheet material and at least two strands of bamboo. The bamboo is capable of being affixed to the panel of sheet material such that the combination of the panel of sheet material and the at least two strands of bamboo is strong and capable of providing support to a structure. The combination of the panel of sheet material and bamboo can be layered with additional combinations of panels of sheet material and bamboo to create panels of varying thickness.

Abstract: An anti-dust apparatus for a liquid crystal display (LCD) panel, comprising: a protective film comprising a main portion, a foldable portion extending from the main portion, and a fold line between the main portion and the foldable portion, wherein the main portion has a first attachment surface and an exposed surface on both sides, the foldable portion has a second attachment surface adjacent to the first attachment surface, and the foldable portion is folded along the fold line to be parallel with the LCD panel; an adhesive layer disposed on the first attachment surface and the second attachment surface of the protective film, wherein the adhesive layer on the first attachment surface is attached onto the LCD panel; a twin adhesive layer disposed on the other surface different from the second attachment surface of the foldable portion, wherein the twin adhesive layer is attached onto the exposed surface of the protective film; and an anti-dust portion disposed on the adhesive layer on the second attachment

Abstract: The present sheet separation technique provides easy means to separate thin sheets of paper. Slight bulges of various forms that do not nest together with adjacent sheets are formed in the sheets so that each sheet stands slightly free from its neighbors at or near such bulges so long as a sheet is not weighted down significantly. When weighted significantly, such as by numerous overlying pages, the sheet becomes flat as in the usual present form not having such features. In a preferred form, parts of at least some of the bulges extend to, or near, one or more edge locations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a filling body, comprising a plurality of plastic foils, which are undulated, wherein a plastic foil has a plurality of connecting elements, by means of which a plastic foil can be connected to other plastic foils via a plurality of form-fitting connections. The filling body is configured such that two plastic foils are connected to a plastic foil pair, and plastic foil pairs are connected to other plastic foil pairs. According to the present invention, the connecting elements are positioned on the plastic foils such that upon joining two plastic foils to a plastic foil pair, the still unconnected connecting elements can be joined into connecting element pairs on the sides of the two plastic foils opposite of each other, wherein these connecting element pairs are distributed across the entire surface of the two foils.

Abstract: An anti-slosh device for attenuating oscillations of liquids in tanks caused by movement of vehicles in which the tank is located comprises an elongated flat, rectangularly, shaped, uniform thickness strip of a liquid impervious material such as polyethylene or polycarbonate which is formed into a string of arcuately curved loops. One embodiment of the device has located at opposite ends thereof spirally-shaped, quasi-helical end loops which form a figure-8 shape, and a center loop disposed obliquely between the end loops. A two-loop version of the device has two end loops but no center loop. The anti-slosh device is used to reduce the duration of undesirable oscillations induced in a liquid in a tank by placing a plurality of the devices in the interior of a tank, as by inserting a plurality of the devices through a fill tube or other access port of the tank.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of a panel comprising a ligno-cellulose containing strand-like material, comprising the steps of treating the ligno-cellulose containing strand-like material with a combination of UV-radiation and ozone, either in-situ or ex-situ, mixing the resulting product with an adhesive composition, applying the resulting mix onto a press-bottom, and pressing and at least partially curing the composition to obtain a panel.

Abstract: A polyethylene film comprising a polymer composition having the characteristics of a total energy dart drop, measured in accordance with ASTM D4272, of greater than a bout 0.45 ft.lbf, a dart drop impact strength, measured in accordance with ASTM D1709 Method A, of greater than about 135 g, and a moisture vapor transmission rate, measured in accordance with ASTM F1249 at 100° F. and 90% relative. humidity, of less than about 0.85 g-mil/100 square inch/24 hr, wherein said ASTM tests are performed on a test specimen having a 0.8 mil thickness.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a multi-layer insulation (MLI) composite material includes a first thermally-reflective layer and a second thermally-reflective layer spaced from the first thermally-reflective layer. At least one of the first or second thermally-reflective layers includes bandgap material that is reflective to infrared electromagnetic radiation. A region between the first and second thermally-reflective layers impedes heat conduction between the first and second thermally-reflective layers. Other embodiments include a storage container including a container structure that may be at least partially formed from such MLI composite materials, and methods of using such MLI composite materials.

Abstract: A label assembly including one or more dissolvable thermal direct adhesive labels mounted on a release liner. According to one embodiment, each label includes a base layer, a thermal direct layer, an adhesive layer, and a barrier layer. The base layer, which has an upper surface and a lower surface, is water-dissolvable and may be made of a water-dissolvable paper. The thermal direct layer is positioned directly over the upper surface of the base layer and functions in the conventional manner to produce markings therein in response to heat. The adhesive layer is water-dissolvable and is positioned below the lower surface of the base layer. The barrier layer, which is positioned directly below the lower surface of the base layer and directly over the adhesive layer, serves to prevent migration of the adhesive layer through the base layer and into contact with the thermal direct layer.

Abstract: A high thermal conduction insulator exhibiting thermal conductivity, insulating properties and heat radiating properties is produced by supplying a molding material composed of an insulating resin, a diamagnetic material powder and a paramagnetic material (inclusive of ferromagnetic material) powder, and exhibiting fluidity into a mold, and applying a magnetic field to the molding material in the mold to orient clusters, each being composed of diamagnetic material particles of the diamagnetic material powder, which are joined together like a chain, along directions of lines of a magnetic force, and draw the paramagnetic material (inclusive of ferromagnetic material) powder with the magnetic force along one of mold surfaces of the mold, thereby forming a heat radiating layer. Heat transmitted from a facing member to one surface of the insulator is speedily transmitted to the other surface thereof via the clusters, and is effectively radiated from the heat radiating layer existing in the other surface.

Abstract: A clamp assembly of a vehicle leaf spring suspension is disclosed. The clamp assembly has an axle bracket secured to a vehicle axle and a top cap secured to the axle bracket by mechanical fasteners to define an axle seat. The axle bracket and top cap may include interlocking keys and keyways to cooperate with the mechanical fasteners in transmitting the load from the vehicle axle. A spring seat of the leaf spring is received within the axle seat and is tapered. The tapered spring seat, when combined with a deformable liner in the axle seat, effectively eliminates the inactive portion of the leaf spring to increase the effective length of the spring and minimize the spring rate.

Abstract: Disclosed is a carrier component for use in a vehicle sealing assembly such as a weatherstrip assembly. The carrier is formed from a non-metallic material, and preferably from a polymeric material. Also disclosed are vehicular sealing assemblies utilizing such carriers, and related methods of forming such sealing assemblies.

Abstract: The Adjustable Bush Trimmings Tarp (10) is a tarp made up of six pieces of a heavy duty pliable material such as heavy cloth, canvas, or a polyethylene type material. The tarp (10) is positioned around a bush (7) or in front of a series of bushes (7), that are set in a bed of a decorative bedding material (9) such as rocks, stones, wood chips, etc. The tarp (10) covers the decorative material (9) in such a way, so that when the bush (7) or bushes (7) are trimmed, the trimmings (8) fall onto the tarp (10) instead falling onto or into the decorative bedding material (9). Then the tarp (10) is disconnected at one of the hook and loop fasteners and simply rolling up the tarp (10) with the trimmings (8) inside and disposing of the trimmings (8) by unrolling the tarp (10) in a refuse container, refuse bag, lawn cart, or wheelbarrel.

Abstract: Disclosed is a thermoformable film laminate that can be useful for packaging comprising or produced from (a) a thermoformable film layer comprising or produced from a polymer composition having at least 80% by weight polyethylene terephthalate polymer, said film having an outer surface and an inner surface; (b) a film layer having a heat shrinkage of at least about 5% less than (a); (c) a heat sealable layer; and optionally, (d) an additional barrier layer.

Abstract: A floor mat (10) consisting of two or more porous material layers (1, 2, 3), wherein a boundary surface between a porous material layer constituting a reverse side layer (1) and another porous material layer (2) adjacent to the porous material layer is composed of an adhesive surface and a non-adhesive surface, the non-adhesive surface is a non-contact surface, and an independent space (4) is formed between the porous material layer constituting the reverse side layer and the porous material layer adjacent thereto, is disclosed.

Abstract: Provided are a sheet for manufacturing a plasma display apparatus, and a method for manufacturing the plasma display apparatus. The sheet includes a base film; a photoresist layer formed on the base film; an electrode material layer formed on the photoresist layer; and a cover film formed on the electrode material layer.

Abstract: Embodiments of silicon semiconductor wafers and die having surface marks are described herein. A laser, or other marking tool, may be used to mark, substantially all of a surface of an IC wafer with surface marks, such as microdimples, that camouflage or reduce or eliminate the visibility of any surface imperfections such as smudges, scratches, or other marks that may reduce the marketability of packaged IC's where such surface imperfections are visible to the end customer. By marking the wafer prior to dicing, the entire surface of each individual die may have its entire bottom surface marked. Other embodiments are also described.

Abstract: A tape adhesive type material is directionally conductive. According to an example embodiment of the present invention, carbon nanotubes (212, 214, 216, 218) are configured in a generally parallel arrangement in a tape base type material (210). The carbon nanotubes conduct (e.g., electrically and/or thermally) in their generally parallel direction and the tape base type material inhibits conduction in a generally lateral direction. In some implementations, the tape base material is arranged between integrated circuit components (220, 230), with the carbon nanotubes making a conductive connection there between. This approach is applicable to coupling a variety of components together, such as integrated circuit dies (flip chip and conventional dies) to package substrates, to each other and/or to leadframes.

Abstract: A laminate material for hook-and-loop closures, comprising a carrier film and a textile substrate laminated onto the carrier film. The textile substrate has loops on its surface that are suitable for connecting with hook-and-loop hooks, wherein the carrier film and the textile substrate are not connected over their entire area. A method for producing a laminate material for hook-and-loop closures comprises applying an adhesive to a carrier film in a pattern that is composed of adhesive areas and adhesive-free regions, applying a material web of a textile substrate to the side of the carrier film provided with adhesive to form a two-ply web, the textile substrate having loops on its surface that are suitable for connecting with hook-and-loop hooks; and passing the two-ply web through a roller nip of a pair of rollers, which presses the carrier film and the textile substrate together.

Abstract: A perpendicular media is formed without an adhesion layer between the substrate and soft underlayer (SUL) to reduce the cost of fabrication. The thickness of the SUL is reduced to less than 50 nm to increase the film adhesion strength between the substrate and SUL. The perpendicular media comprises only a substrate, the SUL, an exchange break layer, a recording layer, and a protective overcoat.

Abstract: The present invention includes an article of manufacture with a layer with a plurality of corrugations to form an energy absorbing structure, where each corrugation has a floor and two walls connecting the floor to the base layer and the length of each corrugation is longer than the widest width of the corrugation. The present invention also includes an energy absorbing structure with a multi-layer energy absorber having a layer with a plurality of surface features and a second layer with a second plurality of surface features wherein the surface features of one layer are nested within the surface features of the other layer such that the base layers are adjacent to each other. The present invention also includes a single step method of manufacturing the energy absorbers including forming a two layer material in a single step. Further, the present invention includes a method of absorbing impact energy that involves generating heat through friction between surface features on a pair of base layers.

Abstract: A two-shot or multi-shot multi-material injection molding process is provided. The process allows dissimilar materials to be injection molded to form a single, injection molded part by creating a structural interlock between the materials to prevent the materials from separating. The structural interlock is formed by forming at least one interlock cavity adjacent to a interfacial surface of a first portion of a molded part molded from a first material, and injecting a second, different material into the mold so that the second material flows into the interlock cavity and fills it. Solidification of the second material in the interlock cavity formed by the first material creates the structural interlock between the two materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to parts and a process for repairing and reinforcing fiberglass automotive and truck hoods. The repair panel is a single part formed to precisely fit the underside of an automotive hood and hood structure. The repair panel may be made of fiberglass, composite, plastic or carbon fiber. The repair panel materials should be able to be formed to closely match the shaped of the hood to be repaired. Repair panel is adhered to the underside of the hood with any adhesive compatible with the material the repair panel and hood are made of. This repair panel and process will work of hoods made of fiberglass, composite, plastic, or carbon fiber.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for permanently joining an essentially flat support material to a substrate, in particular for laminating a plastic film to a metal substrate, wherein the at least essentially flat support material and/or the substrate is/are initially impinged upon by a connecting agent, preferably, an adhesive and subsequently the support material and the substrate are brought together in such a manner that the support material is permanently connected to the substrate, in particular, the plastic film is laminated on the metal substrate, and optionally, measuring and/or shaping of the thus formed composite material is carried out.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a substrate includes a core material formed from a filler including aluminum trihydrate and a secondary filler material. The secondary filler material has a secondary decomposition reaction that occurs at a temperature higher than a reflow temperature reached during processing of the substrate, or the secondary filler traps water released at reflow temperature by aluminum trihydrate. Other embodiments are described and claimed.

Abstract: A substrate bearing a solar control low-emissivity coating. The solar control low-emissivity coating includes one or more dielectric absorber films. In some embodiments, the dielectric absorber film has an absorption ratio of k380<?<450 nm/k650<?<760 nm that is less than 1.9.

Abstract: A method of forming an exterior surface protective structure (12) for an aircraft (10) includes uniting a loaded surfacer (52) having a carrier (51) to a hybrid prepreg substrate (32). The prepreg substrate (32) includes a carbon fabric (44) with an integral conductive component (48) having conductivity with in a metal conductivity range and is united to a base substrate (30). The loaded surfacer (52) and the prepreg substrate (32) are cured, which includes interfacially adhering matter between the loaded surfacer (52) and the prepreg substrate (32). A protective fabric system (12) for an exterior (14) of an aircraft (10) includes the base substrate (30). The hybrid prepreg substrate (32) is coupled to the base substrate (30). The loaded surfacer (52) with the carrier (51) is interfacially adhered to the prepreg substrate (32).

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a resin molding according to the present invention is made by joining first and second resin molded parts. The method includes molding a concave portion when molding the first part, molding a convex portion which has a through-hole in a central portion thereof when molding the second part, mating the concave portion with the convex portion so that a cavity being in communication with one end of the through-hole is configured between the concave and convex portions, holding, with a jig, the first and second parts which the cavity is configured therebetween, connecting a tip of an injection nozzle for injecting a molten resin into the cavity with the other end of the through-hole, and filling the molten resin into the through-hole and the cavity from the injection nozzle so that the concave and convex portions are integrally joined by the resin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a skin care article exhibiting a scrub cleaning effect by friction and comprising at least one first and one second external layer made of a fibrous material. The inventive article is characterized in that the first layer (10, 10?, 10?) forms an absorbing cushion and substantially consists of low-micronaire cellulose fibers, in particular less than 8, and the second layer (20, 20?, 20?) is substentially consists of high-micronaire fibers, in particular of micronaire higher than 8, said layers being selected from the following materials: flax, ramie, sisal, jute and hemp separate or mixed.

Abstract: A method of forming an exterior surface protective structure (12) for an aircraft (10) includes uniting a loaded surfacer (52) having a carrier (51) to a hybrid prepreg substrate (32). The prepreg substrate (32) includes a carbon fabric (44) with an integral conductive component (48) having conductivity with in a metal conductivity range and is united to a base substrate (30). The loaded surfacer (52) and the prepreg substrate (32) are cured, which includes interfacially adhering matter between the loaded surfacer (52) and the prepreg substrate (32). A protective fabric system (12) for an exterior (14) of an aircraft (10) includes the base substrate (30). The hybrid prepreg substrate (32) is coupled to the base substrate (30). The loaded surfacer (52) with the carrier (51) is interfacially adhered to the prepreg substrate (32).

Abstract: A method for fabricating a rigid lamination. The method includes providing a first rigid substrate, disposing an adhesive on a surface of the first rigid substrate and disposing a second rigid substrate on at least a portion of the adhesive. The second rigid substrate has a first end and a second end. The second rigid substrate is heated to a substantially uniform temperature, where the temperature is sufficient to melt the adhesive. A non-uniform pressure is applied to a surface of the second rigid substrate. The non-uniform pressure includes a lesser pressure and a greater pressure, where the greater pressure is applied at the first end of the second rigid substrate and is sufficient to impart adhesive flow in a direction toward the second end.

Abstract: Traction on wet slippery icy and/or snowy surfaces is improved by the use bamboo leaves which are disposed on articles which engage the slippery surfaces. The bamboo leaves are disposed on the articles in question with the underside of the bamboo leaves oriented so as to engage the slippery surfaces. The bamboo leaves are preferably cut into shaped forms such as circles, squares or the like, which are releasably secured to the articles in question. The securement can be accomplished with releasable adhesives or releasable hook and loop devices. Articles to which the bamboo leaves can be secured include footwear, gloves, crutches, canes, walkers, vehicle tires and any other articles that would benefit from improved traction on slippery icy and/or snowy surfaces. When the hook and loop securement option is used, one sheet of the hook and loop material will be secured to a surface of the bamboo leaf shaped forms and a complementary sheet of the hook and loop material will be secured to the article in question.

Abstract: A plastic film that includes one or more plastic layers and one or more types of primary additives. The types of primary additive can include a liquid absorbing material, a gas absorbing material, a biocide, a heat generating material, and/or a foaming agent.

Abstract: A hardcoat film article comprises a cured hardcoat layer disposed on a release liner. The release liner comprises a release material formed by irradiating a release material precursor, wherein the release material precursor has a shear storage modulus of about 1×102 to about 3×106 Pa when measured at 20° C. and at a frequency of 1 Hz, and wherein the release material has a contact angle of 15° or more, as measured using a mixed solution of methanol and water (volume ratio 90:10) having a wet tension of 25.4 mN/m.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a plastic sheet, especially one used in the construction of a plastic trash bag, which provides improved tear propagation properties. The plastic sheet has a plurality of protuberances in the plastic sheet, the protuberances defining a first set of substantially parallel curvilinear lines in a first direction, and optionally, a second set of curvilinear lines in a second direction. The plurality of protuberances can be either indentations or protrusions in the plastic sheet, preferably formed through an embossing process. Preferably, the protuberances are circular in shape, but not necessarily uniform, and alternate between indentations and protrusions along the first, and possibly the second, curvilinear lines with the curvilinear lines preferably being wave-shaped.

Abstract: A pad is described comprising a padding layer and at least one sheet layer adjacent to the padding layer. The sheet layer is formed from a web of very fine fibers. The padding layer provides support for the patient. The sheet layer comprises a fabric material that is comfortable for the patient to use. The padding layer and the one or more sheet layer(s) exhibit a particular combination of properties such as high strength and high fluid absorption and retention properties. The pad provides a means for either adjusting a patient within a bed or for transferring a patient from one bed to another bed or medical table. The pad may also be used as part of a stretcher or separately as a bedroll. The pad may optionally contain gripping components and drapes.

Abstract: An apparatus including a functional component; a first thermoset plastic layer overlying the functional component; and a second thermoset plastic layer, different to the first thermoset plastic layer, overlying the first thermoset plastic layer. A method including pre-protecting a functional component by: forming a first thermoset plastic layer over the functional component; and then forming a second thermoset plastic layer over the first thermoset plastic layer; and using the pre-protected component in an injection molding process.

Abstract: A coated substrate comprising a nanostructure film formed on a non-planar substrate is described. The coated substrate may further be compliant, optically transparent and/or electrically conductive. Fabrication methods thereof are also described.

Abstract: A package including a package substrate, a die-substrate assembly including a substrate including a plurality of layers including a layer having a mesh to stiffen the substrate adapted to mount one or more dice, one or more dice mounted on the substrate and a molding compound to attach the substrate to the package substrate. Various embodiments include a method comprising providing a substrate including a layer having an outer surface, depositing a metal layer on the outer surface, and etching the metal layer to form an opening, the opening enclosing an area on the outer surface to mount one or more dice.

Abstract: The invention provides an antireflective film and method for making thereof. The antireflective film includes a transparent substrate with a hard coat layer thereon. A low refractive index layer having a plurality of nanoparticles is formed on the hard coat layer. The antireflective film can increase transmittance and reduce the reflectance thereof because of the nanoparticles.

Abstract: A process produces structures which are superimposed on one another in a metal foil section. The process includes producing a primary structure using a first tool, and transferring the metal foil section to a second tool, the second tool having at least one shaping profiled roller which is responsible for transferring the metal foil section. A secondary structure is produced using the second tool. A spatial position of the primary structure and the secondary structure is determined in at least one subregion of the metal foil section. An incorrect position is detected and an operating parameter of the at least one profiled roller is adapted in dependence on the detected incorrect position. An apparatus is suitable for this process and produces metal foils which are suitable for the production of catalyst support bodies that can be used in exhaust systems of internal combustion engines.

Abstract: In order to provide a spacer for filter modules which may be used not only for plate and frame filter modules, but also for spiral wound-type filter modules and which allows high packing densities while providing optimized cleanability, a spacer for filter modules is proposed to be disposed between two layers of a filter medium, said spacer comprising an essentially flat structured sheet material having upper and lower projections on the upper and lower surfaces thereof, respectively, said upper and lower projections defining an upper and lower bearing face for the layers of filter medium, wherein said projections rise from said upper and lower surfaces with wall portions and terminate in top portions, said upper and lower projections being spaced from each other in a direction parallel to the surface of the sheet material.

Abstract: The present invention provides multiple layer glazing bilayers that utilize a masking layer over the polymer film component. The masking layer is specifically formulated to have a melting point that is less than the temperature employed in the autoclave process that is used to laminate the bilayer. The surprising result of the use of the specified masking layer of the present invention is a bilayer that can be processed according to conventional lamination methods but with a reduction in the damage and optical defects that normally occur during processing and installation of the bilayer product. After installation, the masking layer can be removed, exposing the previously protected, underlying polymer film.

Abstract: Methods for forming freestanding objects primarily comprising aligned carbon nanotubes, as well as the objects made by these methods, are provided. Arrays of generally aligned carbon nanotubes are first synthesized on a substrate then released from the substrate and densified, maintaining the aligned arrangement. These densified arrays can take the form of thin strips which can be joined together, for example by lamination, to form larger objects of arbitrary size. These objects can be further cut or otherwise machined to desired dimensions and shapes. Release from the substrate can be accomplished mechanically, such as by shearing, or chemically, such as by etching. Densification can be accomplished, for example, through compaction or by taking advantage of capillary forces. In the latter case, an array is first wetted with a fluid and then dried. As the fluid is removed, capillary forces draw the nanotubes closer together.

Abstract: A power transmission belt having a body made at least in part from ethylene-?-olefin rubber. At least one load carrying member is embedded in the ethylene-?-olefin rubber. First, second and third films are formed on the load carrying member. The first film is made from at least one of an isocyanate compound and an epoxy compound, the second film from polybutadiene rubber, and the third film from an ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer.

Abstract: A molded cementitious architectural product for use in building construction has a cementitious body made of a molded cementitious material, the surface of which is polished (i.e., burnished) to better resemble natural stone. The polished surface is formed by exposing a portion of the molded cementitious material while in a green condition, more particularly after initial set but before final hardening of the hydraulic cement binder, and burnishing the surface before final hardening. Burnishing the surface of the green cementitious material before final hardening aligns the cement particles at the surface and seals the surface. The inclusion of an organic polymer binder within the cementitious material, such as an acrylic or latex polymer, assists in creating a polished surface resembling natural polished stone. The extent of cement hydration may be determined by monitoring the temperature of the cementitious material within the mold.

Abstract: An LC display comprises in order (a) a light source, (b) a transparent polymeric film bearing on the light exit surface of the film an array of close-packed convex microlenses having a distribution of sizes and oriented in one direction, whereby the light output is preferentially spread in a desired direction, and (c) an LC panel. A related process and film are also disclosed.

Abstract: Hybrid composite panel systems and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, an assembly includes a primary section, a matrix member engaged with the primary section, and a secondary section engaged with the matrix member opposite the primary section. The primary section includes a plurality of first composite layers reinforced with a first reinforcing material, and the secondary section includes a plurality of second composite layers reinforced with a second reinforcing material. The primary and secondary sections are configured to bear an operating load at least partially transversely to the first and second composite layers, and are asymetrically configured such that the primary section bears a majority of the applied operating load.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a film-forming barrier composition useful for protecting the skin from body fluids, such as urine, feces, menses. The composition comprises a skin conditioning agent, a viscosity enhancing agent and an oleophilic film-forming agent. Optionally, the lotion may comprise skin care ingredients for treating or maintaining skin health. The composition may be applied to the skin by suitable delivery vehicles, such as absorbent articles or components thereof, sheet materials, pads, bandages, sponges, foam pads, pumps, sprays, depending on the viscosity of the composition.