Abstract: A method for making a far infrared polymer that uses far infrared mineral powder in a proper amount to mix with resin to become usable and endurable products such as far infrared membrane, coating or glue. These products are further applied to objects to make the objects have far infrared features and other beneficial physical properties.

Abstract: A protective composition which low heat and cool transfer. This composition can cut to the desired staple length of proper thickness. Protective composition can use for spacecraft to provide from the air heat and decrease air wear when spacecraft is re-entry, and which is very important as we know now.

Abstract: Disclosed are a fire retardant laminated sheet and a manufacturing method thereof. The laminated sheet for various interior applications exhibits improved fire retardancy, so it does not burn in a fire. Such a fire retardant laminated sheet is manufactured by impregnating a fire retardant material with an impregnant containing phenolic resin, to have 25 to 35% resin impregnated by weight, obtaining a sheet base. Then, a melamine resin impregnated paper is stacked on one or both faces of the sheet base thus obtained, and the resultant stacked paper is molded under heat and pressure, using a press, at 130 to 140° C. for 15 to 30 min under a pressure of 50 to 60 kgf/cm2.

Abstract: A method of producing a lightweight heat resistant and insulative composite sheet, and containing glass fibers, consisting essentially of homogenized glass fiber and binder materials forming a first layer, binder material extending in a second layer on a surface of the first layer and bonded thereto, woven glass fiber facing cloth extending in a third layer on a surface of the second layer and bonded thereto so that the second layer is sandwiched between the first and third layers, binder material in all layers being cured, to integrate the layers.

Abstract: A coating composition for fabrics includes wetted microspheres containing a phase change material dispersed throughout a polymer binder, a surfactant, a dispersant, an antifoam agent and a thickener. Preferred phase change materials include paraffinic hydrocarbons. The microspheres may be microencapsulated. To prepare the coating composition, microspheres containing phase change material are wetted and dispersed in a dispersion in a water solution containing a surfactant, a dispersant, an antifoam agent and a polymer mixture. The coating is then applied to a fabric. In an alternative embodiment, an extensible fabric is coated with an extensible binder containing microencapsulated phase change material to form an extensible, coated fabric. The coated fabric is optionally flocked. The coated fabrics are manufactured using transfer techniques.

Abstract: A textile base material serving to shield against electromagnetic waves is provided. Geometric structures are uniformly distributed on the base material such that they do not touch one another. Each geometric structure is made of a continuous filament of electrically conductive material. The dimensions of the geometric structures are coordinated with the half wavelength of the electromagnetic wave frequency that is to be selectively reflected.

Abstract: A sheet material is useful as a waterproof underlayment for a roof of a structure. The sheet material has upper and lower surfaces and comprises a web of reinforcing mat comprising fire-resistant fibers and a continuous non-porous matrix of water-resistant modified bitumen saturating the web of reinforcing mat, wherein the modified bitumen is self-adhesive.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to filled prepregs, laminates, printed circuit boards comprising a reinforcing material impregnated with a cured polymeric resin, the cured polymeric resin comprising multicellular polymeric microspheres as a filler. Pre-pregs, laminates and printed circuit boards prepared by this method have reduced dielectric constant as low as 3.0, depending upon the resin system of the matrix. In addition, such laminates and printed circuit boards have enhanced electrical, thermal and mechanical properties as well as improved machinability, low density and a uniform appearance.

Abstract: A laminate which can easily attain safety standards such as impact resistance, while cost reduction is aimed for, for example, when the laminate is provided on a display viewing surface, and a display apparatus using this laminate are provided. By using a filter for a display having a specified parameter and a specified thickness, the impact resistance is enhanced. By using the filter for the display containing a transparent adhesive layer having a specified Young's modulus and a specified thickness, the impact resistance is enhanced. By using the filter for the display containing a transparent resin layer having a specified Young's modulus and a specified thickness, the impact resistance is enhanced. By using the filter for the display containing an impact absorption layer having a specified penetration and a specified thickness, the impact resistance is enhanced.

Abstract: Materials for, and methods of protecting yarns, fibers, fabrics and finished textiles from the deleterious effects of ultraviolet radiation. The materials include at least one physical UVR attenuator, having an average particle size below 1000 nanometers, and at least one flexible, film-forming polymeric binder for bonding the material to a fabric surface, wherein the physical UVR attenuator is dispersed within said binder to form an aqueous dispersion. Also disclosed are materials including both physical and chemical UVR attenuators, in which a synergistic protection effect is achieved.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for producing phenol-dicarbonyl condensates high in fluorescence by reacting a phenolic compound with a 1,2-dicarbonyl compound in the presence of a catalyst selected from one or more carboxylic acid(s) or one or more carboxylic acid precursor(s). The present invention further provides phenol-dicarbonyl condensates, epoxy resins, epoxy resin systems and laminates prepared using these phenol-dicarbonyl condensates.

Abstract: A continuously formed, low profiled reflective pavement marker comprising a multiple, inclined, low profiled reflective portions, which are integrally connected by horizontally, positioned reflective sheeting. Each raised reflective portion integrally having multiple reflective cube corner elements within two defined inclined reflective faces. Each of the two opposite reflective faces are integrally supported by load carrying structural walls in a multi-directional manner, said load carrying structural walks define cell like areas within each inclined reflective face. A method of making said reflective marker is disclosed that includes the steps of sealing and coloring the lower portion of the reflective marking sheet.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thin display (15), and a method of manufacturing the same. The display (15) comprises an isolated substrate 80), with cavities (60) also called micro pockets in a pattern, or created with a separate sheet (55) with holes (60) mounted on the substrate (80). These micro pockets (60) will make the picture elements of the display (15). The display (15) further comprises perforated holes (70) in the centre of the micro pockets (60) and a conductive material (40, 50) covering the surfaces inside the micro pockets (60) and the perforated holes. An electro-optical material (30) fill the cavities (60), and a uniform layer of transparent conductive material (20) cover all the filled micro pockets (60). A top layer of a transparent substrate (10) cover the conductive layer (20).

Abstract: A rigid composite material comprising an organic fire retardant fibrous element, an intumescent material and a structure conferring amount of a cross-linkable resin is provided. When the composite material is exposed to conditions under which charring of the fire retardant fibrous element, intumescent and resin occurs, the charred surfaces of the fire retardant fibrous element, intumescent and resin to bond together. Methods of preparing the composite material are also provided. The materials can be used in load bearing applications and are able to act as fire barriers under conditions of heat and flame.

Abstract: A net for diffusing light comprising threads of flat yarn, characterized in that the flat yarn has a layer comprising a foamed synthetic resin film capable of diffusing light passing therethrough. Also disclosed is a method for protecting plants from overexposure to sunlight comprising covering the plants with such a net.

Abstract: Flexible, fire resistant, layered reflecting and photoluminous material is provided which combines the advantages of a light reflective component and a luminescent component in a fire resistant structure which meets National Fire Protection Association standards for inclusion in firefighter's protective clothing. The material includes a first layer of microspherical glass bead or prismatic light reflective plastic material having an underlying surface formed with a plurality of minute prism-like formations projecting therefrom at regular spaced intervals and an overlying substantially smooth light transmissive surface; a second layer containing a homogeneous blend of a resin containing effective amounts of a fire retardant, photoluminescent and, optionally luminescent additives; and a third layer which is a fire retardant fabric. The layers are joined at a first region such that the prism-like formations are substantially disabled or destroyed.

Abstract: A base textile has a camouflage pattern on the first surface and a coating on the second surface. The coating is a ethylene methyl acrylate thermoplastic with a carbon black pigment. The base textile and coating have a visible light transmission such that shadows of hunters or others inside a blind of the camouflage are not visible on the opposite side of the camouflage.

Abstract: A firefighter garment including melamine high-heat and flame resistant fibers that have been stock dyed to obtain a desired shade or color. The stock dyed fiber is preferably blended with another fiber and the blend spun, by ring or core spinning, into a yarn for use in a protective fabric. Fabric produced by employing a blend of stock dyed melamine fibers and other high temperature fibers offers numerous cost and performance advantages. The elimination of the damage associated with the piece dyeing process allows the fabric to increase its strength and tear characteristics without affecting its thermal performance.

Abstract: An ultraviolet-resistant laminate includes a first substrate, a second substrate, and adhesive including an uncompounded amorphous polyolefin polymer. The adhesive secures the first substrate to the second substrate so as to form a bond. The resulting laminate is resistant to ultraviolet exposure. A method of forming a laminate includes providing a first substrate, providing a second substrate, applying an adhesive including an uncompounded amorphous polyolefin polymer to at least one of the first substrate and the second substrate, and securing the first substrate to the second substrate with the adhesive so as to form a bond. The laminate produced is resistant to ultraviolet exposure. The laminate may be used in outdoor products, such as awnings, umbrellas, table cloths, tarpaulins, transportation packaging, signs, banners, coverings for outdoor furniture, and coverings for vehicles.

Abstract: A laminated composite material is provided. The material has first and second layers. The first layer is composed of a fibrous material and a binder, and the second layer is composed of a woven material and a binder.

Abstract: A breathable laminate produced without the use of a needle punch has been disclosed comprising a breathable film, a tie layer bonding material and a flexible woven substrate. The breathable film is one of commercially available breathable films, for example an apertured polyolefin film, that has a high moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR). The woven substrate provides strength and flexibility, and in preferred embodiments is woven from polyolefin tapes. The tie layer bonding material comprises a polyolefin material that is non-breathable but formed into a porous discontinuous web by the methods and processes disclosed herein. The three layers are joined through a laminating process.

Abstract: An insulated building foundation protective arrangement includes a multi-layer, reinforced, waterproof, rubberized asphalt, U.V. resistant laminate having a self-adhesive backing attachable to an insulated building foundation without any other mechanical fasteners.

Abstract: Novelty items that are combinations of articles of manufacture with fluorescent proteins are provided. These novelty items, which are articles of manufacture, are designed for entertainment, recreation and amusement, and include toys, paints, slimy play material, textiles, particularly clothing, bubbles in bubble making toys and other toys that produce bubbles, balloons, personal items, such as cosmetics, bath powders, body lotions, gels, powders and creams, toothpastes and other dentifrices, soaps, body paints, and bubble bath, foods, such as gelatins, icings and frostings, beverages such as beer, wine, champagne, soft drinks, and glowing ice, fountains, including liquid “fireworks” and other such jets or sprays or aerosols of compositions that are solutions, mixtures, suspensions, powders, pastes, particles or other suitable formulation.

Abstract: A thermal management system utilizing a composite thermal radiation barrier comprising alternating layers of a carbon cloth insulating layer and a silica-based organic cloth to reduce the temperatures experienced by the insulating layer.

Abstract: The invention relates woven and knit materials with an incorporated particulate solid and to a process for producing woven materials incorporated with a particulate solid. The process comprises: entraining a particulate solid in a gaseous carrier; disposing one face of a woven material in the path of a stream of said gaseous carrier and entrained particulate solid; maintaining a pressure drop across the woven material from said one face to the other face of said material, thereby to obtain a woven material with at least some of the entrained particulate solid in the gaseous carrier; and fixing the incorporated particulate solid.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coated article having enhanced reversible thermal properties. The coated article comprises a substrate having a surface and a coating covering a portion of the surface and comprising a polymeric material and a temperature regulating material dispersed in the polymeric material. The coating is formed with a plurality of regions of discontinuity that are separated from one another and expose a remaining portion of the surface to provide improved flexibility, softness, air permeability, or water vapor transport properties. The coated article may be used in apparel, footwear, medical products, containers and packagings, building materials, appliances, and other products.

Abstract: A thermal insulation product includes infrared radiation absorbing material dispersed on fibers forming a porous structure. The infrared absorbing material can include borates, carbonates, nitrates and nitrites of alkali metals and alkaline earth metals.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nonwoven substrate, and specifically to a nonwoven substrate imparted with a three-dimensional image, wherein the three-dimensional nonwoven substrate is particularly suited as a support substrate for a PCB (Printed Circuit Board) and similar application.

Abstract: A scratch tape includes a base substrate, a UV coating layer formed on the upper surface of the base substrate, a lightproof layer 30 formed of the UV coating layer for shielding light, and a water-based coating layer 40 such that the enhanced lightproof property provides the security-required products with the reliable security, and is manufactured using the platen press printing such the whole manufacturing costs can be reduced.

Abstract: A nonwoven textile substrate formed from microfibers with a polyuerthane matrix fully and/or partially impregnated therein, a nonazo disperse dye within microfibers, including the surface, and the matrix. The dyed fibers having an L value of about 35 or less, an &Dgr;E light fastness of about 6 or less when subjected to about 225 kilo-joules, and a long term crock of at least about 1.5.

Abstract: A protective hood, particularly for automobiles, machines and the like, comprised of a composite material with a support material of nonwoven polypropylene and a coating material of a thermoplastic copolymer. According to the invention, the coating material is comprised of an ethylene-butyl acrylate copolymer and is introduced onto the support material by means of extrusion coating.

Abstract: The present invention is a luminous fabric and garment that have excellent luminescent properties under conditions of poor lighting, that lose their luminescent properties only slightly due to wear degradation and the like during prolonged use, that have the same color tone and design as regular fabrics and garments during day use, and that possess excellent aesthetic qualities and are free from design limitations.

Abstract: A coated substrate comprises a strippable intermediate coating atop the substrate and a strip agent-permeable waterborne overcoat adhered to the intermediate coating, wherein the dried overcoat is less strippable and more wear-resistant than the dried intermediate coating. When the overcoat eventually becomes worn and must be renewed, a strip agent (e.g., chemical strip agent) can be applied to the overcoat. The strip agent penetrates the overcoat and attacks the intermediate coating, thereby enabling removal of the intermediate coating and overcoat without aggressive removal techniques such as sanding.

Abstract: A net for diffusing light comprising threads of flat yarn, characterized in that the flat yarn has a layer comprising a foamed synthetic resin film capable of diffusing light passing therethrough. Also disclosed is a method for protecting plants from overexposure to sunlight comprising covering the plants with such a net.

Abstract: A woven fabric substrate is treated with a fluorochemical stain resist agent and thereafter extrusion coated substantially on the back side with a layer of thermoplastic polymeric material so as to yield a final construction which exhibits both fluid and stain resistant properties. The fabric substrate can also be treated with an flame retardant agent, an antistatic agent, and/or an anti-microbial agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a substrate having therein or thereon a composition containing, at least one molecular includant. In one embodiment, the molecular includant comprises a cyclodextrin. The present invention also relates to the substrate further comprising at least one ultraviolet radiation transorber and also to the substrate further comprising a colorant. Additionally, the present invention relates to a method of making the substrate in which a composition comprising a molecular includant is incorporated into or onto the substrate. In one embodiment of this invention, the substrate has thereon or therein a colored composition comprising a colorant and a molecular includant. In another embodiment, the colorant is a mutable colorant which, upon irradiation in the present of an ultraviolet radiation transorber, can be mutated.

Abstract: A nonwoven fabric with UV stability and flame retardancy having at least one fabric layer. The fabric layer is made of a base resin, preferably polyolefinic, and a non-halogenated melt processable compound that is selected from the group consisting of N-alkyoxy amines and are combined into a homogeneous blend which is then either spunbonded or meltblown to form the fabric layer. A melt processable fluorochemical additive may also be combined into the homogeneous blend to provide liquid barrier properties to the fabric layer.

Abstract: In an awning fabric, to attain good UV stability and weather resistance with the lowest possible weight per unit area, provision is made for it to be produced from polyester (PES) filament yarn (continuous filament yarn) and/or polyester monofilament yarn.

Abstract: A cloth web is prepared by providing a plastic cloth with a metallic casing layer on both sides thereof by vapor deposition, plasma spraying or cathode sputtering, and then galvanically coating the resultant material with a metal coating.

Abstract: A process for the production of an ultra violet absorbing polymer latex is provided. The inventive process involves the emulsion polymerization of a benzotriazole- or benzophenone-containing monomer with a vinyl functional monomer in the presence of a chain transfer agent, preferably 1-dodecanethiol. The latex provides excellent long-lasting, easy to apply, difficult to remove, ultraviolet absorption properties for many different substrates, most notably fabrics. Different articles and fabrics coated, covered, laminated, and the like, with the inventive latex are also provided.

Abstract: A reversible fabric particularly for use in the production of military rainflies is described. The fabric has first and second faces, each of which has a visually distinct color in order that rainflies and other articles made from the fabric can be used to provide inconspicuous shelter in two visually distinct environments. Each of the sides of the fabric provides requisite degrees of visual opacity and infrared reflectance, as well as other functional properties—such as water-resistance, etc. The fabric includes a dyed textile substrate and three coats of pigmented polyurethane having varying compositions; the composite fabric can be produced by a coating and/or laminating process.

Abstract: An endless belt for use in digital imaging systems is provided having edge to edge uniform flatness, and precise circumferential and edge to edge thickness. The layers comprising the belt may be tailored as desired for use in either image recording, image transfer or sheet transport operations. In one embodiment, the belt includes an elastomeric base layer, an elastomer-impregnated spun cord layer, a woven or non-woven fabric layer, and an elastomeric surface ply. The belt is preferably manufactured by building the layers on a workpiece and then curing the layers.

Abstract: A reversible fabric particularly for use in the production of military rainflies is described. The fabric has first and second faces, each of which has a visually distinct color in order that rainflies and other articles made from the fabric can be used to provide inconspicuous shelter in two visually distinct environments. Each of the sides of the fabric provides requisite degrees of visual opacity and infrared reflectance, as well as other functional properties—such as water-resistance, etc. The fabric includes a dyed textile substrate and three coats of pigmented polyurethane having varying compositions; the composite fabric can be produced by a coating and/or laminating process.

Abstract: Protective shield tent (100, 300, 400) provides a portable and repeatable method for protecting assemblies during various stages of a manufacturing process. Protective shield tent (100, 300, 400) is light weight and can be deployed manually. Protective shield tent (100, 300, 400) is simple to use and shortens the time required for a manufacturing process. The invention provides a simple, accurate, low-cost, and repeatable method for using a portable EMI shielding apparatus for protecting a component or large subassembly during various stages of a manufacturing process. A portable collapsible frame is provided along with a removable protective covering which is mounted over the collapsible frame to create an EMI shield around the component or subassembly. Protective shield tent (100, 300, 400) can easily be moved from one location to another facilitating re-use.

Abstract: Fiber, fabric, clothes, and shoes having a material incorporated therein which, when stimulated by energy, emits a predetermined spectrum having a first electromagnetic radiation having a wavelength range selected from the group consisting of about 0.2 .mu.m to about 50 .mu.m, and about 0.4 .mu.m to about 25 .mu.m, and a second radiation having a wavelength range selected from the group consisting of about 7500 .mu.m to about 100,000 .mu.m, and about 5400 .mu.m to about 500,000 .mu.m, similar to radiation generated by the human body over similar ranges. A reflecting layer is adjacent to a fabric having the material incorporated therein such that body heat is conserved so as to achieve a therapeutic result. The energy stimulating the material can be body heat, electrical heat, magnetic energy, or other energy forms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the improvement of the sun protection factor (SPF) of textile fiber material, comprising applying to the textile fiber material a detergent comprising at least one fluorescent whitening agent, which absorbs radiation in the wavelength range 280-400 nm, preferably by washing the textile fiber material with a detergent containing said fluorescent whitening agent.

Abstract: A UV blocking fabric is provided which includes a fabric, UV blocking particles having a property of deflecting, reflecting, absorbing and/or scattering ultraviolet rays; and a binding agent attaching the UV blocking particles to the fabric. An article of manufacture which includes a fabric, optionally shaped to form an article of clothing, an awning, an umbrella, a sunscreen, a tent, a tarp, a canvas and the like, UV blocking particles having a property of deflecting, reflecting, absorbing and/or scattering ultraviolet rays which may be colored to match or contrast with the color of the fabric; and a binding agent attaching the UV blocking particles to the fabric. The UV blocking particles may be applied to the article of manufacture prior to or after manufacturing the article by immersion methods or by spraying methods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to UV-resistant fabric, articles of clothing made from such fabric, and methods of making such fabric. The method includes 1) preparing an aqueous solution of anthraquinone (10) and NaOH (62), 2) immersing the fabric to be treated in the solution (64), 3) heating the solution/fabric mixture (66), 4) adding to the solution/fabric mixture an appropriate reducing agent (68), and 5) rinsing the fabric thus treated with hydrogen peroxide (70). White fabrics can be treated (72) with a conventional bleaching, or whitening, agent. Colored fabrics can contain, as an additional UV-absorbing compound, one of the class of compounds known as melanins, including those formed from the free radical polymerization of compounds derived from the precursor amino acid tyrosine (24), such as 5,6-dihydroxyindole (34).

Abstract: A nonwoven fabric of chemically bonded non-cellulose fibers including a random arrangement of non-cellulose fibers and an essentially formaldehyde free latex binder capable of developing maximum tensile properties at temperatures less than the melt bonding temperature of the non-cellulose fibers.

Abstract: Wrinkled fabrics comprising ultraviolet absorbers are disclosed which provide improvements in ultraviolet transmission, wearer comfort, and cost over those of the prior art. The preferred fabric is polyester and the preferred UV absorbers are chlorobenzotriazoles. The polyester is wrinkled permanently so as to provide an extra barrier to ultraviolet radiation from solely utilizing UV absorbers alone. This wrinkled product is also more comfortable to a wearer, particularly in warm weather or hotter climates. Other non-apparel uses are also contemplated including tents, awnings, and crowd covers. A method of making such a fabric is also disclosed comprising stuffing a jet dyeing machine with a more than normal load amount of fabric and eventually heat setting such resultant wrinkles into the finished product.