Abstract: Process of treatment of mammals, including humans to treat diseases or conditions of the type which are normally treated with retinoid-like compounds is disclosed, with pharmaceutical compositions containing an active compound which is a selective agonist of the RXR retinoid receptor sites in preference to the RAR retinoid receptor sites. A compound is defined to be a selective agonist of the RXR receptor site if the compound is at least approximately ten times more effective as an agonist in the RXR receptor sites than in the RAR receptor sites.

Abstract: The invention provides a two-step process for converting cyclopentadiene dimer to a high density fuel mixture comprising the steps of:(a) reacting said cyclopentadiene dimer in the presence of a solid catalyst comprising a porous crystalline material having a Constraint Index of from about 0.1 to about 12 under oligomerization/isomerization conditions to convert at least a portion of said cyclopentadiene dimer to a normally liquid intermediate product containing cyclopentadiene trimer, cyclopentadiene tetramer, and the isomerized and oligomerized products derived from the reaction of at least three cyclopentadiene monomer units;(b) hydrogenating said normally liquid intermediate product of step (a) in the presence of a hydrogenation catalyst to form a normally liquid high energy density fuel.

Abstract: A process for improving the traction coefficient between at least two relatively rotatable elements having tractive surfaces in a torque transmitting relationship which comprises introducing between the tractive surfaces of the elements a traction drive fluid comprising, as the active component, a hydrocarbon compound having a bicylo octane skeleton.

Abstract: A traction drive fluid composition comprising a hydrocarbon having a bicyclo octane skeleton, such as a bicyclo(3,2,1) octane skeleton, a bicyclo(2,2,2)octane skeleton or a bicyclo(3,3,0)octane skeleton. The traction drive fluid has a low viscosity and has a high traction coefficient over a wide temperature range.

Abstract: Described are aryl oxabicyclooctane derivatives and phenyl norbornane derivatives defined according to the structures: ##STR1## wherein N is an integer selected from the group consisting of 1 and 2, processes for preparing same, perfumery uses thereof and intermediates used in said processes which intermediates are defined according to the structures: ##STR2## wherein M is 0, 1 or 2 and X is chloro or bromo. Also described are the by-products having the structure: ##STR3## wherein P is 1 or 2 and uses thereof in perfumery.

Abstract: Synthetic lubricant base stocks having an increased viscosity are disclosed. These synthetic lubricant base stocks comprise a mixture of (1) oligomers prepared from a linear olefin having from 10 to 24 carbon atoms; and (2) alkylated cyclohexanol having an alkyl group containing from 10 to 24 carbon atoms. These synthetic lubricant base stocks may be prepared by hydrogenating the co-reaction products of a linear olefin having from 10 to 24 carbon atoms and phenol.

Abstract: Tertiary alkyl substituted cyclopentadienes are prepared by reaction of cyclopentadiene with a stoichiometric excess of a tertiary alkyl halide under phase transfer conditions. The tertiary-alkyl substituted cyclopentadienes are useful as synthetic lubricants.

Abstract: A process for improving the coefficient of traction at high temperatures in a traction drive, and a tranction drive fluid for use therein. This traction drive fluid comprises the hydrogenated product of a dimer, a trimer or a tetramer of norbornanes and/or norbornenes, and exhibits excellent traction performance over a wide temperature range from low temperature to high temperature.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel compound 1,1-dicyclohexyl cycloalkane derivative represented by the general formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each a hydrogen atom or lower alkyl group, R.sup.3 to R.sup.6 are each a hydrogen atom, lower alkyl group or alkylene group forming a ring structure together with either one of the others and the carbon atom in the cycloalkane ring, and m and n are each zero or a positive integer not exceeding 6 with the proviso that m+n is 4-6, such as 1,1-dicyclohexyl cyclohexane. The compound has a relatively low viscosity and high traction coefficient even at elevated temperatures so that it is useful as a constituent of a traction-drive fluid usable in a compact and light-weight traction-drive apparatus. The compound can be synthesized by subjecting a corresponding 1,1-di(hydroxyphenyl) cycloalkane compound to a hydrogenation reaction and dehydration reaction in combination in the simultaneous presence of a hydrogenation catalyst and a dehydration catalyst.

Abstract: A lubricating oil is disclosed, which mainly is composed of a naphthenic hydrocarbon having 19 carbon atoms comprising two cyclohexane rings which have methyl-substitution at the 1, 2 and 4 positions thereof, the two cyclohexane rings being linked by a methylene group.

Abstract: Hydrocarbyl substituted cyclopentadienes, cyclopentenes, and cyclopentanes are synthetic lubricating compositions. The preferred structures contain 1 to 6 alkyl groups which have 4 to 36 carbon atoms and may have different and varying carbon chain structures. The cyclopentenes and cyclopentanes are prepared by hydrogenation from the corresponding cyclopentadiene intermediates. The cyclopentadienes are prepared by reaction with hydrocarylating agents or alcohols. Mixtures are also disclosed.

Abstract: Hydrocarbyl substituted cyclopentadienes, cyclopentenes, and cyclopentanes and synthetic lubricating compositions. The preferred structures contain 1 to 6 alkyl groups which have 4 to 36 carbon atoms and may have different and varying carbon chain structures. The cyclopentenes and cyclopentanes are prepared by hydrogenation from the corresponding cyclopentadiene intermediates. The cyclopentadienes are prepared by reaction with hydrocarbylating agents or alcohols. Mixtures are also disclosed.

Abstract: A novel crystalline vinylcyclohexane-based polymer having a repeating unit represented by the general formula: ##STR1## (wherein all the symbols are as defined in the appended claims), a degree of polymerization of at least 5 and mainly syndiotactic configuration. This polymer is produced by hydrogenating a styrene-based polymer having a repeating unit represented by the general formula: ##STR2## (wherein all the symbols are as defined in the appended claims), a degree of polymerization of at least 5 and mainly syndiotactic configuration.

Abstract: A therapeutic and prophylactic agent for peptic ulcers comprising as an effective ingredient a cyclohexane derivative represented by general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein A represents a group shown by formula, >CH.sub.2, ##STR2## wherein X represents ethynylene, vinylene or ethylene, Y represents oxo or a hydroxy group; R.sup.1, R.sup.3, R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 each represents a hydrogen atom or alkyl; R.sup.2 represents a hydrogen atom, alkyl or a group shown by --OR.sup.8 ;R.sup.6 represents a hydrogen atom, oxo or a group shown by --OR.sup.8 ; and R.sup.7 represents a hydrogen atom or a group shown by --OR.sup.8, wherein R.sup.8 represents a hydrogen atom or an organic residue.

Abstract: A cycloalkane derivative represented by the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein A, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.5, R.sup.6, R.sup.7, Z, and n are as defined in the specification. The compounds of formula (I) exhibit activities against peptic ulcers and are useful as therapeutic and prophylactic agents for peptic ulcers.

Abstract: Bicyclic and monocyclic terpenes are oligomerized by contact over a zeolite catalyst to produce high boiling lube oil traction fluid having a high traction coefficient. The traction fluid comprises dimers, trimers and tetramers of the bicyclic and monocyclic terpenes. The lube oil is catalytically hydrogenated to obtain a saturated cycloparaffin hydrocarbon oil traction fluid.

Abstract: A method for transmitting power which is characterized by the use of a traction drive fluid containing, as a base stock, a composition composed of 40 to 80 wt % of 2,4-dicyclohexyl-2-methylpentane and 20 to 60 wt % of a mixture of polycyclohexylalkane and a perhydroindane derivative, with the weight ratio of the perhydroindane derivative to the polycycloalkane being up to 0.5, and having a viscosity (at 100.degree. C.) of 5.0 to 15.0 cSt (10.sup.-2 cm.sup.2 /sec). This fluid has a high traction coefficient and a good oxidation stability.

Abstract: A method of making liquid crystalline compounds of the formula ##STR1## where A represents a cyclohexane ring, n has values of 1, 2 or 3, R1 is an alkyl radical, R2 is an alkyl, alkoxy, or alkylcyclohexyl or cyanide radical, and X1 is lower alkyl and X2, X3 and X4 is alkyl and preferably methyl, ethyl or propyl, hydrogen, halogen and preferably fluorine or cyanide and to the compound.

Abstract: Cyclohexane derivatives of formula I ##STR1## wherein R is an alkyl group which has 1-12 C atoms and in which one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups can also be replaced by O, --CO--O-- or --OCO--,A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 each independently of one another are trans-1,4-cyclohexylene or unsubstituted or fluorine-substituted 1,4-phenylene, and one of the groups A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 can also be a single bond,X is --CN, halogen, OH, --COOR.sup.1, --OOCR.sup.1, --COR.sup.1, --OR.sup.1 or R.sup.1 andR.sup.1 is an alkyl group which has 1-12 C atoms and in which one or two CH.sub.2 groups can also be replaced by O, but excluding direct links between two O atoms,with the proviso that, in the case of X=CN, A.sup.2 is trans-1,4-cyclohexylene or fluorine-substituted, 1,4-phenylene, are suitable as components of liquid-crystalline phases.

Abstract: Dispirotetradecanes of the formula I ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each independently of each other alkyl containing 1 to 12 carbon atoms wherein one or more non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups may also be replaced by --O--, --CO--, --CO--O--, --O--CO--, --O--COO-- and/or --CH.dbd.CH-- (trans), one of the radicals R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 also being H, F, Cl, Br, I, CN, NO.sub.2, NCS,A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 are each independently of each other trans-1,4-cyclohexylene wherein one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups may be replaced by --O-- and/or --S--, or 1,4-phenylene wherein one or more CH groups may also be replaced by N, with it also being possible optionally for A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 to be substituted laterally or axially by F, Cl, CN, CH.sub.3,Z.sup.1 and Z.sup.2 are each independently of each other --C--O--, --O--CO--, --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 --, --CH.sub.2 O--, --OCH.sub.2 -- or a single bond,m and n are each 0, 1 or 2,(m+n) 0, 1 or 2,X.sup.1, X.sup.2, X.sup.3 and X.sup.

Abstract: Hydrocarbyl substituted cyclopentadienes, cyclopentenes, and cyclopentanes are synthetic lubricating compositions. The preferred structures contain 1 to 6 alkyl groups which have 4 to 36 carbon atoms and may have different and varying carbon chain structures. The cyclopentenes and cyclopentanes are prepared by hydrogenation from the corresponding cyclopentadiene intermediates. The cyclopentadienes are prepared by reaction with hydrocarbylating agents or alcohols. Mixtures are also disclosed.

Abstract: A stable fluid composition is provided by this invention which contains a cis-o-tercyclohexyl compound and a trans-o-tercyclohexyl compound at a weight ratio of 25:75-65:35. This composition is useful as a fluid for traction drive.

Abstract: A nematic methyltolan of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R and R' each represents independently a straight-chained alkyl group with 1 to 9 carbon atoms; n is an integer of 1 or 2; and ##STR2## has a trans (equatorial-equatorial) configuration.

Abstract: Dicyclohexylalkanes, their preparation, cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations containing these compounds, and their use in these formulations as oil components for cosmetic and pharmaceutical purposes.

Abstract: A novel tolan derivative compound as a liquid crystal substance having a low viscosity and a good compatibility with existing liquid crystals at low temperatures in addition to a large optical anisotropy value and a high clearing point, and a liquid crystal mixture containing the above compound are provided, which compound is expressed by the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents an alkyl group of 1 to 10 carbon atoms, R.sup.2 represents an alkyl group of 1 to 10 carbon atoms, X represents --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 -- and A represents an H atom or an F atom.

Abstract: A process for preparing a fluid for traction drive from a fraction containing compounds having at least four aromatic rings is disclosed. The fraction is a by-product produced at the time of the preparation of alpha-methyl-benzylalkylbenzenes by alkylation of at least one compound selected from C.sub.7 -C.sub.10 alkylbenzenes with styrene in the presence of an acid catalyst. The process comprises the steps of decomposing the fraction in an atmosphere of hydrogen at a predetermined temperature and pressure, collecting a decomposition product having a boiling range not higher than 450.degree. C. and then subjecting the decomposition product to nuclear hydrogenation at aromatic rings thereof in the presence of a catalyst capable of nuclear hydrogenation.

Abstract: Hydrocarbyl substituted cyclopentadienes, cyclopentenes, and cyclopentanes are sythetic lubricating compositions. The preferred structures contain 1 to 6 alkyl groups which have 4 to 36 carbon atoms and may have different and varying carbon chain structures. The cyclopentenes and cyclopentanes are prepared by hydrogenation from the corresponding cyclopentadiene intermediates. The cyclopentadienes are prepared by reaction with hydrocarbylating agents or alcohols. Mixtures are also disclosed.

Abstract: A liquid crystalline compound of the general formula ##STR1## wherein ##STR2## represents ##STR3## R and R', independently from each other, represent a linear alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, an alkoxymethylene group whose alkoxy moiety has 1 to 10 carbon atoms, a cyano group or a halogen atom, and n and m, independently from each other, represent 0 or 1.

Abstract: A liquid crystalline compound of the general formula ##STR1## wherein ##STR2## R and R', independently from each other, represent a linear alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, an alkoxymethylene group whose alkoxy moiety has 1 to 10 carbon atoms, a cyano group or a halogen atom, and n and m, independently from each other, represent 0 or 1.

Abstract: The fluid for traction drive containing:(A) an alkane derivative having at least three cyclohexane rings in a molecule; and(B) an alkane derivative having a main chain of two or three carbon atoms, to which at least two methyl groups are bonded, and having two cyclohexane rings in a molecule each bonded to one of the terminal carbon atoms of the alkane, or a cyclopentane derivative having two cyclohexane rings in a molecule, and which has a kinematic viscosity of at least 3 centistokes at 100.degree. C.The fluid has a high traction coefficient with stability over a wide range of temperature.

Abstract: A compound represented by the general formula ##STR1## wherein R denotes a linear alkyl group having 1 to 9 carbon atoms, A denotes ##STR2## denotes a linear alkyl group having 1 to 9 carbon atoms, and each cyclohexane ring is arranged in a trans-(equatorial-equatorial) form.

Abstract: A compound which, when added as a component to other components, raises the N-I point of the resulting liquid crystal composition and nevertheless affords only a relatively small rise in viscosity of the composition, and a liquid crystal composition containing the same are provided, which compound is a 1-(trans-4'-alkylcyclohexyl)-2-4"-[trans-4"'-(trans-4""-alkylcyclohexyl)cy clohexylphenyl]ethane expressed by the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 each represent an alkyl group of 1 to 10 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The working fluid for traction drive comprises (A) a compound having, in a molecule, two decahydronaphthalene rings bonded either directly to each other or to the same or different carbon atoms in an alkane molecule or a compound having, in a molecule, one decahydronaphthalene ring and one cyclohexane ring bonded either directly to each other or to the same carbon atom in an alkane molecule and (B) a compound having two cyclohexane rings bonded either to the terminal carbon atoms of a C.sub.2-3 alkane molecule or to the carbon atoms of cyclopentane. The working fluid has a high traction coefficient with stability over a wide range of temperature, especially, in low temperatures.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is hydrogen or straight-chain alkyl; R.sup.2 is --CN, --R, --COR, --COOR or when R.sup.2 is positioned on an aromatic ring R.sup.2 also can be --OR, --OOCR or --F; R is alkyl; A is a group with 1 to 4 six-membered rings, these rings being linked directly with one another and with ring B in each case via a single covalent bond or being linked at one or two positions also via --COO--, --OOC-- or --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.

Abstract: Compounds of the formulaR.sup.1 --Q.sup.1 --(CH.sub.2).sub.m --(COO).sub.n --(CH.sub.2).sub.p --Q.sup.2 --R.sup.2whereinR.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each independently alkyl or alkoxy each of 1-12 C atoms, F, Cl, Br, CN or --Q.sup.3 --R.sup.3, or one of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 can also be H;Q.sup.1, Q.sup.2 and Q.sup.3 are each independently 1,4-phenylene, 1,4-cyclohexylene, 1,4-bicyclo(2,2,2)-octylene or 1,3-dioxane-2,5-diyl, each of which is unsubstituted or substituted by 1-4 fluorine, chlorine or bromine atoms;R.sup.3 is alkyl or alkoxy each of 1-8 C atoms, H, F, Cl, Br or CN;m is 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6; n is 0 or 1; and p is 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5; the sum of (m+p) being 2, 4 or 6 and the sum of (m+n+p) being at least 3;but with the proviso that Q.sup.3 is unsubstituted 1,4-phenylene or 1,4-phenylene substituted by a fluorine, chlorine or bromine atom, only when n=1 or (m+p)=6 or at least one of R.sup.1 or R.sup.3 is F, Cl or Br or none of R.sup.1 to R.sup.3 is CN or two of the radicals R.sup.1 to R.sup.

Abstract: Liquid crystalline mixtures containing compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein n stands for the number 0 or 1; X.sup.1 and X.sup.2 denote single covalent bonds or one of the symbols X.sup.1 and X.sup.2 also denotes --COO--, --OOC-- or --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 --; the rings A.sup.1, A.sup.2, and A.sup.3 represent 1,4-phenylene, 2-fluoro-1,4-phenylene or trans-1,4-cyclohexylene or one of these rings also represents a 2,5-disubstituted pyrimidine ring or a trans-2,5-disubstituted m-dioxane ring; R.sup.1 signifies 4-alkenyl or on a cyclohexyl ring also 2Z-alkenyl; and R.sup.2 denotes alkyl, alkoxy, --CN or --NCS,as well as the manufacture of these compounds and the use for electro-optical purposes are described.

Abstract: New hydroterphenyls of formula IR.sup.1 --Cy--Cy--Ph--R.sup.2 Iwherein R.sup.1 is alkyl; R.sup.2 is H, F, Cl, Br, I, OH, CN, alkyl, --O-alkyl, --COOR.sup.3 or --O--CO--R.sup.3 ; R.sup.3 is H, alkyl, --Cy-alkyl, --Ph-alkyl, --Ph--O-alkyl, --Ph--CN or --Ph--F; Cy is 1,4-cyclohexylene; and Ph is 1,4-phenylene; can be used as dielectrics for electrooptical display elements.

Abstract: A traction drive fluid composition comprising the principal component of at least one component represented by the general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 to R.sup.5 are each a hydrogen or an alkyl group containing from 1 to 4 carbon atoms, and 1, m and n are each 1 to 3, said compound (I) comprising a mixture of 70% or less of the cis-form and 30% or more of the trans-form.

Abstract: New bicyclohexylethanes of formula IR.sup.1 --Cy--Cy--CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 --A--(Cy).sub.n --R.sup.2 (I)wherein R.sup.1 is alkyl; R.sup.2 is alkyl, in which one or two non-adjacent CH.sub.2 groups can be replaced by O atoms, or is F, Cl, Br, CN, --COOalkyl or --O--CO-alkyl; or one of the radicals R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 can also be H; A is Cy, or 1,4-phenylene which is unsubstituted or substituted by one or two F and/or Cl atoms and/or CH.sub.3 groups or by a CN group; Cy is 1,4-cyclohexylene and n is 0 or 1; the alkyl groups in each case containing 1-10 C atoms, with the proviso that n is 1 if A is Cy and R.sup.2 is CN,can be used as constituents of dielectrics for electrooptical display elements.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel compound 1-cyclohexyl-1,4-dimethyl decahydronaphthalene which is useful as fluids for traction drive. The compound can be synthesized by the hydrogenation of 1,4-dimethyl-4-phenyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene and analytical results for the identification of the compound are given.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel class of compounds dicyclohexylcyclopentanes or, in particular, 1,3-dicyclohexyl-1-methyl cyclopentane which is synthesized by the hydrogenation of 1-methyl-1,3-diphenyl cyclopentane which in turn is obtained by the dimerization reaction of .alpha.-methylstyrene in the presence of metallic sodium as the catalyst. The compound is useful as a fluid for traction drive.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 signifies trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl, 4'-alkyl-4-biphenylyl, p-(trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl)phenyl, 2-(trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl)ethyl or p-[2-(trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl)ethyl]phenyl and R.sup.2 signifies trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl; or R.sup.1 signifies trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl and R.sup.2 signifies p-(trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl)phenyl, p-[2-(trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl)ethyl]phenyl or 4'-(trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl)-4-biphenylyl; or R.sup.1 signifies p-alkylphenyl and R.sup.2 signifies p-[2-(trans-4-alkylcyclohexyl)ethyl]phenyl, and the alkyl groups in the substituents R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are straight-chain groups containing 1 to 7 carbon atoms, liquid crystalline mixtures which contain these compounds and their use for electro-optical purposes are described.The novel compounds of formula I are especially valuable as components in liquid crystal mixtures and themselves have liquid crystalline properties.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein n is 0 or 1, R is lower alkyl (substituted or unsubstituted), R' is H or lower alkyl, and R" is a branched alkyl, alkyl-cycloalkyl, cycloalkyl, polycycloalkyl (poly=2 or more, fused or non-fused), phenyl or alkyl-substituted phenyl, and physiologically acceptable cationic and acid addition salts thereof, which compounds are potent sweeteners. These derivatives of gem-diaminoalkanes are many times sweeter than sugar and are free from undesirable flavor qualities. Furthermore, they possess an unanticipated high degree of solubility compared with known synthetic sweeteners. In addition, the compounds possess high stability so that they can be used in all types of beverages and in conventional food processing. Sweetening compositions and sweetened edible compositions of these compounds are also provided.

Abstract: A traction drive fluid is described, containing as the base stock a compound represented by the general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein all the symbols are as defined in the appended claims. This traction drive fluid has a high traction coefficient, has a good thermal stability, is of low viscosity, is of low volatility and further is reduced in temperature dependency of viscosity. Thus it is suitable for use in continuously variable transmission of cars or industrial machines.

Abstract: Liquid crystal compositions are described which comprise a mixture of compounds and which includes at least one additive compound characterized in that the composition includes one or more additive compounds of Formula I as follows: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents an alkyl group, R.sub.2 represents an alkyl or alkoxy group or hydrogen and ##STR2## represents a 1,4-disubstituted bicyclo(2,2,2)octane ring. The preparation and properties of novel compounds of Formula I are also described. These liquid crystal compositions are useful in display devices such as digital calculators and word displays.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein ring B stands for 1,4-phenylene or a trans-1,4-disubstituted cyclohexane ring and A stands for a group with 1 to 3 six-membered rings, which together with ring B represents a central group of formulae II-XIII; R.sup.1 signifies a straight-chain alkyl group containing 1 to 9 carbon atoms or when R.sup.1 is attached to a benzene, monofluorinated benzene or pyrimidine, ring R.sup.1 also signifies a straight-chain alkoxy group with 1 to 9 carbon atoms; and R.sup.2 signifies hydrogen, cyano or a straight-chain alkyl group containing 1 to 7 carbon atoms,their manufacture, liquid crystalline mixtures which contain said compounds and their use for electro-optical purposes are described.The compounds of formula I are especially valuable as components in liquid crystal mixtures and for the most part themselves have liquid crystalline properties.

Abstract: A process for improving traction coefficient of traction drive fluid at high temperatures by using a compound represented by the general formulae (I), (II) or (III) as a base stock of traction drive fluid, ##STR1## (All the symbols are as defined in the appended claims). This process is helpful for reducing the change of traction coefficients over a wide range of from low temperature to high temperature.

Abstract: A compound represented by the general formula: ##STR1## where X is a halogen atom, an alkyl group having from 1 to 8 carbon atoms or a cyano group, and R is an alkyl group having from 1 to 8 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Liquid-crystalline compounds which exhibit a liquid crystalline phase within a broader temperature range and also have a high transparent point and yet a low viscosity, and liquid-crystalline compositions containing at least one kind of the above compounds are provided, which compounds are high temperature liquid-crystalline substances consisting of 4 or 5 six-member-rings, expressed by the general formula ##STR1## wherein R and R' each represent hydrogen atom or an alkyl group or an alkoxy group, each having 1 to 10 carbon atoms; ##STR2## and n represents 0 or 1.

Abstract: A novel tolan derivative compound as a liquid crystal substance having a low viscosity and a good compatibility with existing liquid crystals at low temperatures in addition to a large optical anisotropy value and a high clearing point, and a liquid crystal mixture containing the above compound are provided, which compound is expressed by the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents an alkyl group of 1 to 10 carbon atoms, R.sup.2 represents an alkyl group of 1 to 10 carbon atoms, X represents --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 -- and A represents an H atom or an F atom.