Abstract: A power transmission belt includes a belt body made of an elastomer, and a cord made of carbon fibers and provided to be embedded in the belt body and to form a helical pattern having a pitch in the belt width direction. When the cord is viewed from a side orthogonal to its length direction, an angle ? of an outermost filament in the filament bundle of the carbon fibers forming the cord with respect to the length direction of the cord is 8° or more to 20° or less.

Abstract: A fiber-reinforced resin composite material includes first and second members. The first member includes a first fiber and a first matrix resin. The first fiber includes a reinforcing fiber and is impregnated with the first matrix resin. The reinforcing fiber has a melting point and a tensile strength higher than those of an aliphatic polyamide fiber. The second member includes a stack and a second matrix resin. The stack includes a second fiber and a third fiber filled with the second matrix resin. The second fiber includes the reinforcing fiber. The second matrix resin includes a component common to that of the first matrix resin, and includes a first polyamide resin that includes an aliphatic polyamide resin. The third fiber includes a second polyamide resin that includes an aliphatic polyamide resin and has a melting point higher than that of the first polyamide resin by 7 to 50 degrees centigrade.

Abstract: A turbine blade and a method of manufacturing the wind turbine, wherein the wind turbine blade comprises a composite structure and a surrounding layer. The composite structure comprises a stack of pultruded elements where an infusion-promoting layer is arranged between adjacent pairs of pultruded elements (18). The infusion-promoting layers have a higher permeability than the surrounding layer so that the resin flows at a higher speed within the stacked structure than in the surrounding layer.

Abstract: A power transmission belt includes a belt body made of an elastomer, and a cord made of carbon fibers and provided to be embedded in the belt body and to form a helical pattern having a pitch in the belt width direction. When the cord is viewed from a side orthogonal to its length direction, an angle ? of an outermost filament in the filament bundle of the carbon fibers forming the cord with respect to the length direction of the cord is 8° or more to 20° or less.

Abstract: A reinforcing fiber mat includes reinforcing fiber bundles having an average fiber length of 5 mm to 100 mm, wherein reinforcing fiber bundles consisting of 86 or more fibers per bundle are contained at a weight content of more than 99 wt % to 100 wt % and the reinforcing fiber bundles contain single yarns by 500 fibers/mm-width or more and 1,600 fibers/mm-width or less and have a drape level of 120 mm or more and 240 mm or less.

Abstract: Disclosed is a weighted material that is configured to effectuate deep pressure therapy to a person when the weighted material is used as a blanket over the person's body. A length of layered yarn is interlooped to form the weighted material. The layered yarn includes an outer tube extending longitudinally from a first end to a second end. The outer tube defines a conduit extending longitudinally therethrough from the first end to the second end. A fiber material is disposed within the conduit and extend longitudinally from the first end to the second end. The interlooped length of yarn, by itself, is configured and sufficiently weighted to effectuate deep pressure therapy to a person when the blanket lies over the person's body. Various other systems and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A glass cloth comprising a glass yarn woven together, the glass yarn comprising multiple glass filaments, wherein an amount of B2O3 in a composition of the glass filaments is 15% by mass to 30% by mass, an amount of SiO2 in the composition thereof is 45% by mass to 60% by mass, and an amount of P2O5 in the composition thereof is 2% by mass to 8% by mass, and loss on ignition (LOI) of the glass cloth is 0.90% by mass to 2.0% by mass.

Abstract: A sheet is produced by (i) producing a sheet by entangling woven or knitted material including a thread composed of a composite fiber such that two kinds or more of polyethylene terephthalate polymers different in intrinsic viscosity are stuck together in a side-by-side type along the fiber length direction and/or of a core-in-sheath type composite fiber such that two kinds or more of polyethylene terephthalate polymers different in intrinsic viscosity form an eccentric core-in-sheath structure, with a fiber capable of converting into ultra fine fibers composed of two kinds or more of polymeric substances different in solubility in solvent, (ii) developing an ultra fine fiber with an average single fiber fineness of 0.001 dtex or more and 0.

Abstract: Polymeric netting comprising polymeric ribbons and polymeric strands, each of the polymeric ribbons and polymeric strands having a length and a width, wherein the length is the longest dimension and the width is the shortest dimension, wherein a plurality of the polymeric strands are bonded together to form a netting layer, wherein adjacent polymeric strands in the netting layer are bonded intermittently at multiple locations along their respective lengths, wherein the netting layer has first and second opposing major surfaces, wherein the polymeric ribbons have a height-to-width aspect ratio of at least 2:1 and a minor surface defined by their width and length, and wherein the minor surface of a plurality of the polymeric ribbons is bonded to the first major surface of the netting layer. Polymeric netting described herein are useful, for example, in an absorbent article.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, a fireproofing system for protecting an elongate member, comprising at least one inner layer configured to at least partially wrap around itself to form an inner passage, the at least one inner layer configured to generally resist heat, and an outer shell or member defining an interior opening, wherein the first layer is configured to be positioned within the interior opening of the outer shell or outer member, wherein an elongate member is configured to pass through the inner passage.

Abstract: To provide a double-sided pressure-sensitive adhesive tape for fixing aircraft parts which is excellent in terms of hand tearability, flame retardance, and removability in a well-balanced manner. A double-sided pressure-sensitive adhesive tape for fixing aircraft parts which is a double-sided pressure-sensitive adhesive tape having pressure-sensitive adhesive layers on both sides of a substrate having hand tearability, characterized in that when S represents an pressure-sensitive adhesive strength of one pressure-sensitive adhesive layer (I) and W represents an pressure-sensitive adhesive strength of the other pressure-sensitive adhesive layer (II), the W is 2-20 N/25 mm and S/W is 1.5 or larger, and the double-sided pressure-sensitive adhesive tape passes the flammability test as provided for in FAR25.853(a)app.F.Part1(a)(1)ii.

Abstract: A shape memory elastomeric composite that has temperature-controlled, shape memory, and reversible adhesive properties, and is soft enough to confirm to an irregular surface. The composite is formed from a synthesized polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane-containing thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer and poly(?-caprolactone) by electrospinning the two components separately and simultaneously and then hot compacting the electrospun composition to form a dense film.

Abstract: A compression-molded part has a conductive layer embedded in the part during molding of the part. The conductive layer is generally adjacent an outer surface of the part and is preferably formed from a mesh, a foil, a pulled screen, or multiple layers of conductive elements. The part is preferably optimized for use on the exterior of an aircraft for lightning-strike or EMI protection or for use as an antenna. Methods for forming the panels of the invention include placing the conductive layer against a mold surface of a compression mold, then forming the compression-molded part with the conductive layer embedded in the part.

Abstract: An improved nozzle plate includes a nozzle substrate having nozzle holes through which droplets are ejected, and a layer containing a compound having a perfluoro polyether skeleton its molecule. The layer is formed on the nozzle substrate on the side on which the droplets are ejected. The surface of the nozzle plate has an X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) spectrum ascribable to oxygen atom such that the ratio of the area of peak 1 to the area of peak 2 ranges from 0.35 to 0.45, where the peak 1 represents peaks observed between 534 eV and 540 eV and the peak 2 represents peaks observed between 528 eV and 534 eV among peaks between 528 eV to 540 eV.

Abstract: A stretchable coated fabric is treated for water repellency with a fluorinated water repellent that comprises a copolymer containing a perfluoroalkyl group with six or less carbon atoms (C6 fluorinated water repellent). The use of no C8 fluorinated water repellents that contain perfluorooctanoic acid, perfluorooctane sulfonate, and the like makes the fabric exerts no influence on the environment. And the fluorinated water repellent has a toluene repellency of 100 seconds or longer; a synthetic resin solution applied to at least one side of the stretchable fiber fabric has a thixotropic index at 23° C. in a range from 1.4 to 2.0; and the synthetic resin has a 100% modulus of 5 kgf/cm2 or greater. This prevents the synthetic resin from leaking to the back side and allows formation of a resin coating film that has good film forming properties.

Abstract: Cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant yarns including blends of technical fibers and mineral, inorganic, or ceramic fibers of substantially the same length as the technical fibers, and methods for manufacturing yarns, are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides: a method for producing, by an eco-friendly production step, a sheet-form product that has an elegant napped appearance and that has excellent wear resistance and texture; and the sheet-form product. This sheet-form product includes a fibrous base material including ultrathin fibers with an average monofilament diameter of 0.3 to 7 [mu]m; and a water-dispersible polyurethane contained inside the fibrous base material, the water-dispersible polyurethane including both a substance having a molecular weight of 100 to 500 and having an amide bond, and inorganic particles having an average particle diameter of 1 nm to 10,000 nm. Porous particles having a BET specific surface of 5 m2/g or greater are preferably used as said inorganic particles.

Abstract: Disclosed are a lint-preventing yarn, which can fundamentally prevent lint formation unlike existing yams, and a woven floor decoration material using same. The lint-preventing yam according to the present invention includes a core layer and a coating layer coated onto the surface of the core layer. The core layer is formed of a plurality of binder-treated fabrics or mono fabrics having a diameter of between 0.1 mm and 5 mm The woven floor decoration material manufactured using same can be free of lint formation when cut into the shape of a tile having a predetermined size or despite friction caused by prolonged use.

Abstract: Known textile flat structures contain precious metal wire or they are composed completely thereof. In order to achieve high flexural and tensile strength, at the same time with high flexibility of the flat structure, the precious metal wire is configured as a precious metal cord having a plurality of cords or a plurality of individual precious metal wires or a combination of cords and individual precious metal wires, which are in each case laid around one another and/or twisted around one another.

Abstract: There is provided a random mat including reinforcing fibers wherein the content of reinforcing fibers having a fiber length of 3 mm or more and less than 15 mm is 50 to 100% by mass based on all the reinforcing fibers contained in the random mat and the content of reinforcing fibers having a fiber length of 15 mm or more and 50 mm or less is 0 to 50% by mass based on all the reinforcing fibers contained in the random mat, and satisfies specific values of fiber areal weight and the degree of opening.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cable wrapping tape, including a band-shaped support (1) made of a textile fabric with warp threads (2) and weft threads (3) made of a PET plastic. The warp and weft threads (2, 3) are made of filament yarns, the size of the weft threads (3) being larger than the size of the warp threads (2). An adhesive coating is applied to the support (1). The size of the warp threads (2) is larger than/equal to 20 dtex and smaller than/equal to 40 dtex.

Abstract: Fibers having two or more alternating polymer layers are formed by co-extrusion followed by electroprocessing. The fibers can be used as a non-woven mat or other substrate for a variety of applications. Delamination of the fibers using ultrasonication yields separated, micro and nanolayer, fiber ribbons which may also be used a non-woven mat or other substrate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a glass fabric excellent in strength and modulus of elasticity, and a glass fiber sheet material using the same. The glass fabric is obtained by weaving glass yarns produced by bundling the glass fibers of 3 to 6 pm in fiber diameter, spun from a molten glass prepared by melting a glass composition as a raw material for the glass fibers. The glass fibers have a composition wherein the content of SiO2 is 57.0 to 63.0% by mass, the content of Al2O3 is 19.0 to 23.0% by mass, the content of MgO is 10.0 to 15.0% by mass and the content of CaO is 5.5 to 11.0% by mass, based on the total amount of the glass fibers, and the ratio of the content of MgO to the content of CaO, MgO/CaO falls within a range from 0.8 to 2.0.

Abstract: An abrasive cloth which comprises an article in a sheet form having, in at least a part thereof, nanofibers comprising a thermoplastic polymer and having a number average single fiber fineness of 1×10?8 to 2×10?4 dtex wherein the sum of single fiber fineness percentages (which is defined in the specification) of a single fiber fineness of 1×10?8 to 2×10?4 dtex is the range of 60% or more, and exhibits a stress at 10% elongation in a longitudinal direction of 5 to 200 N/cm-width; and a method for preparing a nanofiber structure, which comprises providing a nanofiber dispersion having a dispersant and, dispersed therein, nanofibers comprising a thermoplastic polymer and having a number average diameter of 1 to 500 nm, attaching the dispersion to a support, and then removing said dispersant. The above abrasive cloth is excellent in texturing characteristics, and the above method allows the preparation of a nanofiber structure wherein nanofibers form a composite with the support.

Abstract: The carbon fiber forming raw material is a carbon fiber forming raw material (Z) as a prepreg including sizing agent-coated carbon fibers and a thermosetting resin or a carbon fiber forming raw material (Y) as a forming material that includes sizing agent-coated carbon fibers and has a woven fabric form or a braid form. The sizing agent includes components (A) and (B). The component (A) is an epoxy compound having two or more epoxy groups or two or more types of functional groups. The component (B) is one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of a tertiary amine compound, a tertiary amine salt, a quaternary ammonium salt, a quaternary phosphonium salt, and a phosphine compound. The component (B) is contained in an amount of 0.1 to 25 parts by mass relative to 100 parts by mass of the component (A).

Abstract: Method for fabricating a reinforcing coating for a part made of composite material. Pre-impregnated reinforcing fibers are used in the form of slivers and said slivers are laid on the part in two layers of longitudinal slivers by being placed thereon. This fabrication makes provision for using an angular orientation for the slivers of each layer respectively of 0° and of some other angle relative to said determined direction of the solid body for covering using an interlaced pattern type that gives layer crossing lines parallel to a longitudinal axis of the solid body for covering, which pattern type is selected to form interlacing patterns that limit the number of layer crossing lines along the longitudinal axis of the solid body for covering to a single line.

Abstract: The personal care compositions of the present invention are in the form of an Article comprising a dissolvable fibrous web structure. The fibers of the dissolvable fibrous web structure comprise a surfactant; a water soluble polymeric structurant; and a plasticizer. Additionally the ratio of the water soluble water soluble polymeric structurant to the active agent in the fiber is 3.5 or less.

Abstract: A method of treating silicon carbide fibers comprises phosphating heat treatment in a reactive gas so as to form a coating around each fiber for protection against oxidation. The coating comprises a surface layer of silicon pyrophosphate crystals and at least one underlying bilayer system comprising a layer of a phosphosilicate glass and a layer of microporous carbon.

Abstract: The present invention aims at providing an inorganic fiber molded body that is excellent in scale resistance, thermal shock resistance and mechanical shock resistance, and prevented from suffering from shrinkage when used under high-temperature heating conditions. The inorganic fiber molded body of the present invention is produced by impregnating a needle blanket of inorganic fibers with a liquid material of a precursor of a spinel-based compound represented by the general formula: MgxAlyO4 wherein an atomic ratio (y/x) is not less than 2 (y/x?2); drying the thus impregnated needle blanket; and firing the dried needle blanket to convert the precursor into an oxide thereof.

Abstract: A cable wrapping tape, in particular for the engine compartment of an automobile, has a strip-like carrier (1) consisting of fabric, said carrier is provided at least on one side with a self-adhering adhesive layer (2) which consists of a pressure-sensitive adhesive, wherein the fabric of the carrier (1) consists of a yarn (3a, 3b) which is formed from a polyamide material and which has a yarn strength of at least 280 dtex. The yarn (3a, 3b) is formed from 24 to 80 filaments (4), and the cable wrapping tape meets abrasion class E according to LV 312 both on a mandrel having a 5 mm diameter and on a mandrel having a 10 mm diameter. For increasing the abrasion resistance, it is proposed that the filaments (4) are twisted with one another about a central longitudinal axis (X-X) of the yarn (3a, 3b).

Abstract: A resin composition contains a cyanate ester compound, a maleimide compound, an epoxy resin, a silicone rubber powder, and an inorganic filler. The cyanate ester compound contains a compound represented by the following formula. The silicone rubber powder is contained in an amount of 40 to 150 parts by mass based on 100 parts by mass in total of the cyanate ester compound, the maleimide compound, and the epoxy resin. The inorganic filler is contained in an amount of 100 to 340 parts by mass based on 100 parts by mass in total of the cyanate ester compound, the maleimide compound, and the epoxy resin. A total content of the silicone rubber powder and the inorganic filler is 140 to 380 parts by mass based on 100 parts by mass in total of the cyanate ester compound, the maleimide compound, and the epoxy resin.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to yarns and fabrics that exhibit anti-static, anti-odor, and anti-microbial properties. The yarn is comprised of several groups of predetermined fibers. One of these groups of predetermined fibers comprises fibers that exhibit anti-microbial, anti-odor and anti-static characteristics. In one embodiment, the yarn comprises a first plurality of fibers, a second plurality of fibers that are different from the fibers of the first plurality, and a third plurality of fibers that are different from the fibers of the first and second pluralities. In one embodiment, the fibers which exhibit anti-microbial, anti-odor and anti-static properties are metallic coated fibers. Other fibers used to form different embodiments of the yarns include cotton, nylon, polyester, wool, meta-aramid fibers, para-aramid fibers, and stretch fibers.

Abstract: An amino resin film, obtained by at least partial curing of an aminoplastic-nonwoven impregnate having a residual moisture of at least 4.0% by weight, comprising, in each case in relation to the total weight of the aminoplastic-nonwoven impregnate, (a) 5.0% by weight to 95.0% by weight of a partially cured aminoplastic resin and (b) 5.0% by weight to 95.0% by weight of a nonwoven, wherein the nonwoven comprises polyester fibers and polyamide fibers, and wherein the amino resin film has a residual moisture of less than 4.0% by weight.

Abstract: “A flame resistant fabric with better tear strength and specifically a flame resistant fabric with tear strength flame resistant 100% cotton yarn are provided. The 100% cotton yarn is produced using a combination of compact spinning technology and gassing and/or singeing process performed in tandem, the yarn is weaved into fabric by pre-established process and the fabric is flame retardant finished by using chemicals and lubricants by pre-established process to form the flame resistant fabric with better tear strength. Also, a method of manufacturing the flame resistant cotton fabric that has a better tear strength after fire resistant treatment s provided. Advantageously, the flame resistant fabric is affordable, light weight and has better tensile and tear strength.

Abstract: This method for manufacturing a shaped product is characterized in preparing a specific random mat including a thermoplastic resin and carbon fiber bundles having an average fiber length of 5-100 mm, impregnating a thermoplastic resin into the random mat, pressing the random mat in a metal mold in a range of 0.1-20 MPa, and then taking out the random mat from the metal mold.

Abstract: An adhesive tape (1) made of silicone is intended for medical applications. The tape (1) has a sheet material (12) based on nonwoven fibers, coated on an internal face (12a) intended to be in contact with the skin, with a barrier membrane (14) which adheres to the sheet material, based on crosslinked silicone polymer, and with a layer (16) of atraumatic and biocompatible silicone adhesive gel, and on an external face (12b), with a layer (18) of a nonstick and waterproof polymer based on a fluorosilicone or fluorocarbon polymer.

Abstract: A woven airbag fabric includes a first type of filament yarn, at least a second type of filament yarn and a silicone-based coating. The first type of filament yarn is chosen from the group of polyolefin filament yarns. The at least a second type of filament yarn is chosen from the group of polyamide and polyester filament yarns.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a fibrous cord comprising yarns twisted together wherein the cord has a twist multiplier of from 5.0 to 12.0, and comprises a blend of aromatic polyamide or aromatic copolyamide yarns and polyester yarns. The invention further pertains to a composite layer comprising an elastomer and a fabric wherein the fabric comprises from about 25 to 60 weight percent of the total composite layer, and comprises a plurality of inventive cords.

Abstract: A fiber-resin composite sheet comprises a reinforcing substrate of high tenacity fibers and a resin coated onto or into the substrate, the resin comprising a first thermoplastic polymer and a second thermoplastic polymer wherein, (i) the first and second polymers form a two phase blend, (ii) the first polymer is thermoplastic has a melting point of from 75 to 400 degrees C. and forms a continuous or co-continuous phase with the second polymer, (iii) the second polymer is particulate having an effective diameter of from 0.01 to 15 micrometers, has a melting point of from 25 to 350 degrees C.

Abstract: This invention relates to a prepreg containing a reinforcing fiber, a reinforcing fiber substrate in the form of a sheet and containing the reinforcing fiber, and a matrix resin, such that the matrix resin is impregnated into the reinforcing fiber substrate and also covers one surface of the reinforcing fiber substrate, and an impregnation ratio of the matrix resin is within a range of 35% to 95%.

Abstract: An object is to provide a cloth containing an organic fiber, which is excellent in the oil repellency, dirt-removal property by washing and water-absorbing property, and a textile product produced using the cloth. A means for solution is attaching a specific fluorine-containing polymer to a cloth containing an organic fiber, with a quaternary ammonium salt if desired, and thus making the water-absorbing property in accordance with JIS L1018A method (the instillation method) 60 seconds or less and the oil repellency in accordance with AATCC118-1992 grade 4 or higher.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to non-woven fabrics that include a plurality of continuous fibers and a composition containing a surface-modifying agent disposed on a surface of at least some of the fibers. At least some of the fibers are bonded to each other by one or more bonds. This disclosure also relates to methods and machines of making such a non-woven fabric, as well as laminates and products containing such a non-woven fabric.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide fiber mat facers, ceiling panels, and method of manufacturing the same. A fiber mat facer may include a non-woven web of fibers having a first group of fibers with an average fiber diameter from about 6 ?m to about 20 ?m and a second group of fibers with an average fiber diameter from about 0.5 ?m to about 5 ?m. The fiber mat facer may also include a binder to bond together the non-woven web of fibers into the fiber mat. The binder may include a water repellant additive. The binder and/or fiber mat facer may further include an additive that enhances the opacity of the fiber mat facer. The fiber mat facer may also include a paint applied to an outer surface of the facer. The paint may include an additive that enhances the visual appeal of the facer and/or ceiling panel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fabric for an airbag, and a production method thereof. More particularly, the present invention relates to a polyester fabric which includes a high-strength, high-elongation and low-modulus polyester yarn to show excellent toughness and energy absorbing performance after high-humidity heat treatment for a long period of time, a production method thereof, and an airbag for an automobile including the same. The polyester fabric includes a polyester yarn having a fineness of 300 to 700 denier to optimize and maintain the tear strength and seam strength indices in the warp and weft directions within the predetermined range under high temperature and high humidity for a long time, thereby minimizing the impact applied to a passenger and protecting the passenger with safety.

Abstract: A lightning strike protection material may include a fiber reinforced composite aircraft component including carbon fibers in a resin matrix. The carbon fibers may have a length greater than at least about 6 mm and include carbon nanotubes grown on the fibers, and the nanotubes may be substantially uniformly distributed on the fibers and have a length between about 1 and 100 microns. The nanotubes may decrease a surface resistance of the resin matrix.

Abstract: A nonwoven geotextile includes: crushed plant stems (305) more than five millimeters in diameter; plant stem fragments (310); and plant fibers (315) partially attached to the crushed stems, wherein the plant stems and the plant stem fragments are interwoven by element of mechanical connections produced by spraying water. In preferred embodiments, the plants include hemp. The device for producing such a nonwoven geotextile includes: elements for arranging plants into a mat including crushed plant stems more than five millimeters in diameter, plant stem fragments and plant fibers partially attached to the crushed stems; and elements for spraying water onto the mat so as to form mechanical connections between the crushed plant stems, the plant stem fragments and the plant fibers of the mat.

Abstract: A permeate carrier fabric includes at least some monofilament synthetic yarns to provide adequate stiffness and reduce blockage of permeate flow.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-woven fabric made of inorganic fibers, which has a coating of at least two layers on one of both surfaces, wherein (i) the non-woven fabric made of inorganic fibers has a thickness of at least 0.2 mm, (ii) the first layer of the coating comprises particles, whose particle size is between 50 and 100 ?m, (iii) the second layer of the coating, which is applied onto the first layer, comprises particles, wherein more than 90% of the particles have a particle size of less than 20 ?m. The non-woven fabric made of inorganic fibers according to the invention, in particular glass non-woven fabrics, are in particular suitable for producing decorative coatings for floor coverings, ceiling coverings and wall coverings.

Abstract: A carbon fiber fabric is made of a carbon fiber, which is coated with a sizing being formed of a heat resistant polymer or a precursor of the heat resistant polymer.

Abstract: The invention relates to an electronic textile comprising a textile substrate having a substrate electrode, and an electronic component having a component electrode. The component electrode is in electrically conductive contact with the substrate electrode via a coupling layer having a directionally dependent conductance so as to preferentially allow an electrical current to flow between the substrate electrode and the component electrode. As the coupling layer does not have to be patterned to prevent the occurrence of parasitic electrical currents, the electrically conductive contact between the substrate electrode and the component electrode has an improved reliability.