ОРИЕНТИРОВАНИЕ МАГНИТНО-ОРИЕНТИРУЕМЫХ ЧЕШУЕК

УЗЛЫ ДЛЯ ПОКРЫТИЯ НА МЕСТЕ И СПОСОБЫ ОБЕСПЕЧЕНИЯ УЗЛА СПРИНКЛЕРНОГО ОРОСИТЕЛЯ ЭСТЕТИЧЕСКИ ПРИЯТНОГО ВНЕШНЕГО ВИДА И СПОСОБЫ

СЛОИСТЫЙ МАТЕРИАЛ, ПОКРЫТЫЙ РАДИАЦИОННО ОТВЕРЖДАЕМОЙ ПЕЧАТНОЙ КРАСКОЙ ИЛИ ПЕЧАТНЫМ ЛАКОМ, И ФОРМОВАННАЯ ДЕТАЛЬ

... 1. Слоистый материал, включающий: ! a) подложку по меньшей мере из одного термопластичного полимера, предпочтительно пленку по меньшей мере из одного термопластичного полимера, ! b) однослойную или многослойную красочную и/или лаковую пленку по меньшей мере из одной печатной краски или одного печатного лака, содержащую: ! - в качестве связующего по меньшей мере один нерадиационно отверждаемый ароматический поликарбонат на основе геминально дизамещенного дигидроксидифенилциклоалкана и ! - в качестве растворителя по меньшей мере один радиационно отверждаемый мономер, выбранный из группы, включающей акрилаты, метакрилаты, простые виниловые эфиры и азотсодержащие соединения с этиленовой двойной связью, ! отличающийся тем, что связующее растворено в растворителе, который после отверждения остается в печатной краске или печатном лаке в химически сшитом состоянии. ! 2. Слоистый материал по п.1, отличающийся тем, что температура стеклования поликарбоната, используемого в качестве связующего в красочной ...

ПРОЦЕСС ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ МНОГОСЛОЙНОЙ ИМЕЮЩЕЙ ФОРМУ ПЛЕНКИ

СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ ДЕКОРАТИВНОЙ ДЕТАЛИ АВТОМОБИЛЯ

Nail varnish spray applicator

In this top or front attachment for spraying devices, such as spray cans, a transparent, hollow, fixed tube (1), which is open towards the spraying head (6) and is connected via a holder (5) to the spraying device (7), serves as a guard and target device and as a spacer, and an elastic membrane (2) with an extensible, oval opening (3) on the side of the tube (1) opposite the spraying head (6) serves as a variable covering device for the nail (9) to be varnished, the latter being introduced into the membrane opening (3) in such a way that the nail tip (10) rests on the inside of the membrane (2) and the edge (4) of the membrane surrounds the nail (9) in such a way that only the surface to be varnished remains exposed, onto which, with a short spurt of spray (8), a thin, even, quick-drying layer of varnish is sprayed, after which, by tipping the finger (12), whilst retaining the pressure (13) of the underside of the nail tip (10) against the edge (4) of the membrane, the nail (9) is withdrawn ...

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUR BESCHICHTUNG VON DOSENRUEMPFEN

Method for manufacturing connection of roof panel and roof cross rail of motor vehicle, involves releasing provisional fixing of flanges, and sticking flanges of body components together

The method involves provisional fixing of respective flange regions (24) of flanges (16, 22) of body components (12, 14), where the flanges are joined with one another. A protective layer is coated on the flanges of the body components by immersion-painting. The provisional fixing of the flanges is released, where the flange region of the flange (16) is formed by molding a distance unit (20) i.e. calotte, into the flange (16). The flanges of the body components are sticked together, where the provisional fixing is accomplished in the region of a calotte vertex of the distance unit.

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG VON RANDABDECKUNGEN

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zur Herstellung von farbigen Mustern auf Leder mittels Schablonen o. dgl.

Verfahren zum mehrfarbigen, permanenten Lackieren eines Produkts

Ein erfindungsgemäßes Verfahren zum mehrfarbigen, permanenten Lackieren eines Produkts, z. B. eines Karosserieteils, ist ein Verfahren bei dem A) auf der Oberfläche (2) des Produkts (1) ein erster Bereich (4), ein erster Ort (5) innerhalb des ersten Bereichs (4) und ein vom ersten Ort (5) verschiedener, zweiter Ort (6) innerhalb des ersten Bereichs (4) definiert werden; B1, B2) die Oberfläche (2) wenigstens im ersten Bereich (4) mit einer ersten Trennschicht (7) versehen wird und die erste Trennschicht (7) am ersten Ort (5), nicht jedoch am zweiten Ort (6) mit elektro-magnetischer Strahlung (8''), z. B. IR-Strahlung, beaufschlagt wird; C1) die Oberfläche (2) wenigstens am ersten Ort (5) mit einer ersten Lackschicht (10) versehen wird; D) die erste Lackschicht (10) wenigstens am ersten Ort (5) fixiert wird. Gemäß einem alternativen erfindungsgemäßen Verfahren wird die erste Trennschicht (7) wenigstens am zweiten Ort (6), nicht jedoch am ersten Ort (5) aufgebracht, so dass eine Beaufschlagung ...

Verfahren zum Bearbeiten eines Bauteils

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Verfahren zum Bearbeiten eines Bauteils (2), das eine Oberfläche (12) und mindestens ein Loch (14) aufweist, wobei eine Innenwand des mindestens einen Lochs (14) durch ein Gewinde begrenzt ist, wobei das mindestens eine Loch (14) mit Butyl (20) verschlossen wird, wobei die Oberfläche (12) des Bauteils (2) in einem Lackierprozess mit Lack (22) beschichtet wird, wobei das Butyl (20) nach dem Lackierprozess entfernt wird.

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Masking means and a method of using masking means

Improvements in or relating to flow optimised washcoating

A method of applying a non-homogenous catalyst coating to a surface comprising the steps of: partially masking the surface with a first template, which can cover the low velocity gradient contours of the surface; applying a first washcoat slurry to the parts of the surface not masked by the template; partially masking the surface with a second template, which can cover the high velocity gradient contours; and applying a second washcoat slurry. The first template can be removed prior to masking with the second template. The two slurries, which may have different compositions, can be applied in a single or multiple passes and the coating application can be focussed on a front portion of the surface. The second slurry may have a lower platinum group metal (PGM) content than the first slurry. The method may include a step where the second template is oriented following the step of partially masking of the surface with the second template. The method can also comprise stabilisation, drying and ...

METHOD OF MASKING ARTICLE DURING APPLICATION OF COATING TO ARTICLE & MASKING APPARATUS FOR USE IN CARRYING OUT METHOD

PAINT OR LACQUER MASKING

MASKING ARTICLES DURING ELECTROSTATIC COATING

Painting

Coating method and apparatus

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MASKING AN ARTICLE IN A COATING PROCESS

... 1317850 Masking articles to be coated HYDRALON Ltd 1 Nov 1971 50698/71 Headings B2E and B2L In an electrostatic powder spraying apparatus the lower ends of articles 11 which are to be sprayed are mounted in cups 13 and masked by continuously filling the cups with water and allowing it to overflow the top edges of the cups. The article holding cups are mounted at the ends of arms 20, 26 which are rotatable about a drive shaft 29 the cups being rotatable by shafts 14 driven by a belt and pulley arrangement 36-38. Water is supplied through an inlet 33 and passes through a bore 30, arm member 26 and bore 23 into cup 13. Excess water from the cups runs through arm 20, chamber 34 and out through tube 35. The articles 11 can be held in place by magnets 17. After coating with powder the article can be subsequently heated to cure the coating. The flow of water carries away the excess coating material.

Reflective Surface Marking

Improvements relating to methods of coating the body of an electrical component having connecting wires with a layer of a synthetic resin

The body of an electrical component e.g. ceramic capacitors, resistors, having connecting wires is coated with a layer of a synthetic resin, which may be thermoplastic, by applying a deposit of discrete liquid droplets on the body, applying a coating of powder of a synthetic resin over the deposit, and then heating the coated body so that the liquid evaporates and the powder coalesces. The coalesced material may be hardened by heating. The liquid may be deionized water or a liquid having not too high an evaporation rate e.g. glycols. The coated component may be incorporated into a printed wiring assembly. The powder may be applied by spraying, by passing through a curtain of falling powder, or by dipping in a gas-fluidised bed of the powder. Suitable synthetic resins are polyethylene, polyvinylchloride, ethoxyline resins, cellulose esters, silicon epoxy resins, chlorinated polyethers and polyamides, which be mixed with solid plasticizers e.g. triphenylphosphate or p-toluenesulphonamide, ...

A masking tool for painting

A masking tool and method of masking a wall fitting fixed to a wall of a building. The tool (10) body comprises a front surface (12, figure 2), a rear surface (13) with a recess to cover the wall fitting in use and a magnetic element 14 associated with the rear surface. The recess 16 may be shaped to receive a protruding surface of the wall fitting, and the recess walls 18 may be further shaped to form a box around/over the wall fitting, and moreover the recess may comprise a cavity visible 15 on the front surface, and subsequently the at least a portion of the protrusion may be removeable, and additionally the main body may be provided as a set of box-shaped frames 21/22 for coupling with the removable front surface. The method comprises arranging the body of the tool to cover the wall fitting and coupling the magnetic element on the tool rear surface with a magnetic material of the wall fitting.

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUM ERZEUGEN EINER RELIEFARTIGEN OBERFLAECHE AUF EINER GLATTEN UNTERLAGE

HARDENABLE LIQUIDS AND INK FOR TOYS AND FOOD PACKING

VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG VON BAHNFOERMIGEN, BESCHICHTETEN MATERIALIEN

VERFAHREN ZUR PARTIELLEN MATTIERUNG VON UV-LACKSCHICHTEN

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF NUMBERS, INDICATIONS AND SAMPLES ON MOLDED ARTICLES FROM THERMOPLASTIC SYNTHETIC RESIN.

AT THE TIME OF THE EXECUTION OF LACKIERARBIETEN ON A KFZ OR A PART OF IT APPLY-CASH COURSE OR OF HAUBENFOERMIGES COVER MEANS.

MACHINE TO LAYING A TREATMENT MEANS ON A PROFILE, E.G. FROM WOOD, METAL OR PLASTIC.

MASKING TAPE FOR PAINT WORK WITHIN THE RANGE OF SEALING ELEMENTS FOR WINDOW VERGES AND BODY CONSTRUCTION UNITS AT MOTOR VEHICLES OR SUCH A THING

Procedure and device for the production of surface-moderately limited adhesive upstrokes

PRODUCTION OF IMAGES ON RECEPTOR SURFACES

Absorbent structure

The present invention relates to an absorbent structure, preferably for use in absorbent products, such as used in the food, consumer, household, building and construction, beauty and medical industry, and as used in the personal hygiene industry. The substantially cellulose free absorbent structures continuously immobilise absorbent polymer material via initial smaller pockets and subsequently larger compartments allowing excellent fluid management of the absorbent polymer material in dry, partially and fully liquid loaded state. Preferably such absorbent structure volume increases are result of temporary secondary attachment patterns made in combination with substantially permanent primary attachment grids allowing the release of bigger volumes from the initial smaller volumes by detachment of the secondary attachments. Furthermore the absorbent structure according to an embodiment of the invention non-homogeneously swells to form a liquid-managing surface structure as a result of exposing ...

METHOD AND ARTICLE FOR MASKING PORTIONS OF A VEHICLE BY ADHERENT APPLIQUES

MASKING TAPE APPLICATOR

Coat-in-place assemblies and methods to provide an aesthetically pleasing sprinkler assembly and methods

Coat-in-place assemblies and methods provide an aesthetically pleasing sprinkler assembly. A coat-in-place assembly includes a sprinkler body having a proximal portion and a distal portion, a thermally responsive trigger disposed adjacent the distal portion; and an escutcheon centered about the distal portion of the sprinkler body to define a void between the sprinkler axis and the escutcheon. A coating-inhibiting-cap encloses and protects the thermally responsive trigger between the sprinkler body and the cap. The cap extends into the void and is radially spaced inward relative to the escutcheon so as expose surfaces of the escutcheon for coating.

System and method for providing a micron-scale continuous liquid jet

A nozzle for producing a liquid jet a fluid, methods using the nozzle, and an injector comprising the nozzle of the invention for providing the liquid jet of a fluid to a vacuum system are described.

Single-pass process for forming a multilayered shaped film product

A process includes placing a mask over a substrate; delivering liquid film-forming compositions through the mask to the substrate; removing the mask to leave a multilayered raw shape on the substrate; and curing the multilayered raw shape to form the multilayered shaped film product disposed on the substrate. The mask has a delivery surface, an opposite surface and at least one aperture having a design corresponding to the desired shaped film product. The film-forming compositions are delivered through a multistream nozzle. The movement of the mask and the delivery of the first and second liquid film-forming compositions to the mask aperture are controlled to provide a volumetric flow rate of the first and second liquid film-forming compositions to the mask aperture corresponding to the volume of a void. The nozzle is in contact with the delivery surface of the mask.

A CORROSION, SOUND, AND VIBRATION-PROOF METHOD FOR METAL STRUCTURE

A TUBULAR JOINT HAVING WEDGE THREADS WITH SURFACE COATING

A threaded joint for pipes includes a pin member (101) and a box member (102), the pin member having an external thread (106) configured to correspond to an internal thread (107) of the box member, a thread form of the internal and external threads having generally dovetail - shaped profile with stab flanks (231,232)and load flanks (225,226) and flat roots and crests (222,291), wherein the internal threads are increasing in width in one direction on the box and the external threads are increasing in width in the other direction on the pin, so the roots, crests, and flanks of the threads move together and form seals (112) that resist the flow of fluids between the seals. The threaded joint further includes a fluoropolymer-based coating (310) applied to specific regions of the threads and a resin coating (312) disposed in regions of the threads that are devoid of the fluoropolymer-based coating, wherein the fluoropolymer-based coating and the resin coating are configured to form a layer of ...

CORROSION, SOUND, AND VIBRATION-PROOF METHOD FOR METAL STRUCTURES

A CORROSION, SOUND, AND VIBRATION-PROOF METHOD FOR METAL STRUCTURES A new corrosion, sound, and vibration-proof method for metal structures comprises masking the necessary parts of the surface of said metal structures with masking members consisting of a plastic foam, coating a visco-elastic layer on the surface of said metal structures, and said masking members are of panel types for the even surfaces of said metal structures, block types with a slit for the extending parts of said metal structures, tube types with a hole for the protruding parts of said metal structures, and plug types for the holes in said metal structures.

CORROSION, SOUND, AND VIBRATION-PROOF METHOD FOR METAL STRUCTURE

A CORROSION, SOUND, AND VIBRATION-PROOF METHOD FOR METAL STRUCTURE A new corrosion, sound, and vibration-proof method for metal structures comprises masking the necessary parts of the surface of said metal structures with masking members manufactured by vacuum forming of a thermoplastic foam sheet, coating a visco-elastic layer on the surface of said metal structures.

ELASTOMERIC KEYBOARD SWITCH AND ITS METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A method for manufacturing a keyboard which can be utilized in a keying structure is described. It consists of layering a flat fixed plate with a conductive paint, masking a preformed insulating rubber keyboard, laying the keyboard on the conductive paint surface and thereafter applying pressure to the rubber keyboard to the extent that certain portions of the rubber keyboard are put in contact with the conductive paint.

METHOD OF MAKING ELECTRICAL COILS USING PATTERNED DRY RESIN COATED SHEET INSULATION

A porous, electrical insulating adhesive substrate is made by (A) electrostatically coating a flexible sheet material with heat reactive adhesive resin particles, having an average particle size of between about 1 micron to 2,000 microns, the adhesive particles are applied in a predetermined pattern on the sheet covering from about 10 percent to 90 percent of the sheet material area, the area between the resin pattern not being coated; and then (B) heating the patterned coated sheet material between about 65.degree.C to 250.degree.C, forming a discontinuous 0.25 mil to 25 mil (0.006 mm to 0.635 mm) thick dry coating pattern of heat reactive adhesive particles bonded to the sheet material, said heat reactive adhesive coating covering from about 10 percent to 90 percent of the sheet material area; the patterned coated sheet may then be inserted as an oil permeable layer insulation between high voltage windings and low voltage windings and between layers of high and low voltage windings in ...

METHOD OF MAKING ELECTRICAL COILS USING PATTERNED DRY RESIN COATED SHEET INSULATION

ELASTOMERIC KEYBOARD SWITCH AND ITS METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

PHOTOCURABLE COMPOSITIONS AND METHOD OF FORMING TOPOGRAPHICAL FEATURES ON A MEMBRANE SURFACE USING PHOTOCURABLE COMPOSITIONS

Photocurable compositions and methods of preparation and use of such compositions. More particularly, photocurable compositions useful for forming topographical features on surfaces such as membrane surfaces. Methods of forming topographical features on a membrane surface using photocurable compositions.

METHOD AND APPARATUS OF SPRAYING OR SCATTERING POWDER

ARTICLE HAVING PATTERNED DECORATIVE COATING

An article having a decorative, visibly-patterned, multi-colored surface appearance includes a substrate and a first coating provided by vapor deposition above at least a portion of the substrate, the coating comprising a first material having a first color. The coating comprises a random arrangement of penetrations through which a portion of an underlying surface is visible, the underlying surface comprising a second material having a second color that differs from the first color. The penetrations form a decorative pattern comprising features distinguishable to an unaided human eye.

METHODS, MATERIALS AND APPARATUS FOR IMPROVING CONTROL AND EFFICIENCY OF LAYER-BY-LAYER PROCESSES

The disclosure provides materials, apparatuses, and methods for making multilayer coatings with a high degree of efficiency and control. In some aspects, for example, coatings are described having multiple layers of nanoparticles and a polyelectrolyte, wherein the nanoparticles form tightly packed monolayers. The interface between monolayers may include polyelectrolyte material. One or more aspects of such monolayers and interfaces are controllable.

PROTECTION FROM EXCESSIVE HEATING OF AN OBJECT DURING CURINGOF PAINT

The present invention protects from excessive heating at least one component on an object during curing of paint at a localized area on the object by exposure to a heat source. The present invention circulates air including cold air near the at least one component to be protected. An air pocket (310) is formed adjacent the at least one component to be protected. This air pocket has an inlet (402) and an outlet (404). A cold air source (406) is coupled to the inlet (402) via a tubing (204) that directs cold air from the cold air source (406) into the air pocket (310). Heated air within the air pocket (310) flows out through the outlet (404) of the air pocket (310) such that air circulates through the air pocket (310). In this manner, the temperature of the at least one component to be protected is maintained below a predetermined temperature when the localized area of the object is exposed to the heat source for curing of the paint at the localized area.

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Tafeln mit Schriften und bildlichen Darstellungen durch Spritzen.

Verfahren zum Mustern von Schreibstiften und verwandten Geräten.

Verfahren zur Dekorierung von Flächen, insbesondere von Flächen an Gebilden aus Holz.

Verfahren zur Beschriftung von Glas und anderen Flächen.

Verfahren zum Anbringen einer Strichteilung an Zählerläuferscheiben und Vorrichtung zur Durchführung des Verfahrens

Procédé d'imprégnation d'un dispositif électrique

Verfahren zum Malen von Schriften und Bildern.

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Farbstoffüberzügen auf polierten Metallflächen.

Procédé pour recouvrir localement la surface d'un article et appareil pour sa mise en oeuvre

Procédé pour décorer des matières textiles

Verfahren zum Überziehen von mit Anschlussdrähten versehenen elektrischen Einzelteilen mit einer Kunststoffschicht und nach diesem Verfahren überzogene Einzelteile

Production of a thermoplastic or thermohardening layer - in a predetermined pattern on a substrate strip

Dry powdered resin is delivered through perforations in a drum arranged according to the desired pattern, the drum being maintained without slip in contact with the substrate supported on a conveyor belt over a specific length of arc and the height of the powder in the drum being kept at the level of the inlet to this contact are while delivery takes place at the discharge end thereof and is controlled by a spreader device in such a way that small heaps of powder are left at points corresponding to apertures in the drum.

Verfahren zur Herstellung von beschrifteten Schildern

Procédé de revêtement de tuyaux métalliques au moyen d'un enduit de protection

Verfahren zur kontinuierlichen Herstellung einer mit mindestens einer Isolierlackschicht und und mindestens einer elektrischen Kontaktanordnung versehenen Heizleiterfolie und Anlage zur Ausführung des Verfahrens

Installation de recouvrement d'objets par un produit en poudre

PROCEDURE AND MECHANISM FOR SELECTIVE PLATING.

Non-smudging stencil, suitable for curved surfaces

Non-smudging stencil, suitable for curved surfaces is made of self adhesive material, thrown away after single use ...

Tool for clamping objects to be coated with water lacquers

The tool parts which are in contact with the lacquer during the coating process are coated with a hydrophobic protection layer. Pref. the protection layer consists of self-lubricating plastics. The water lacquer, prior to application, receives an additive to increase its surface tension with respect to the object clamping tool.

КОНСЕРВНАЯ БАНКА С ЧАСТИЧНО ЛАКИРОВАННОЙ ВНУТРЕННЕЙ ПОВЕРХНОСТЬЮ И СПОСОБ ЕЕ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

Настоящее изобретение относится к консервной банке (1), в частности, для консервирования пищевых продуктов, которая содержит корпус, состоящий из донной части (2), переходящей в боковую стенку (3), внутренняя поверхность (9) упомянутого корпуса, по крайней мере, частично изготовлена ​​из белой жести, на упомянутую поверхность из белой жести частично нанесено защитное лаковое покрытие (10), предотвращающее взаимодействие упомянутой поверхности (9) из белой жести с упомянутыми продуктами; поверхность из белой жести без лака, т. с. "открытая" поверхность, предназначена для взаимодействия с пищевыми продуктами. В соответствии с данным изобретением упомянутая открытая поверхность из белой жести состоит из множества открытых участков (11) из белой жести, отделенных друг от друга лакированными участками (12), упомянутые открытые участки (11) из белой жести распределены по высоте упомянутой боковой стенки (3) , в том числе для ограничения неэстетичного вида упомянутых открытых участков (11) из ...

CAN WITH PARTIAL INTERIOR LACQUERING, METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Base for masking tape for coating and masking tape for coating

Production method for metal automotive component, and metal automotive component

COATING METHOD OF 3-DIMENSIONAL CURVED SUBSTRATE WITH ELECTRICAL-CONDUCTIVE INK AND APPRATUS THEREOF

Painting method for surface-mounted grounding flat steel stripe sign

MEMS switch with packaging shell

PROCEDE ET DISPOSITIF POUR REALISER PAR FLOCAGE UN MOTIF A PLUSIEURS COULEURS SUR UN ARTICLE TEXTILE

L'INVENTION EST RELATIVE A UN PROCEDE POUR REALISER PAR FLOCAGE UN MOTIF A PLUSIEURS COULEURS SUR UN ARTICLE TEXTILE. ON ENCOLLE UN ARTICLE TEXTILE FIXE SUR UNE JEANNETTE 1... 9 AU TRAVERS D'UN CADRE 11 MUNI D'UNE TOILE PERMEABLE A UN ADHESIF THERMODURCISSABLE DANS UNE ZONE DONT LE CONTOUR CORRESPOND A L'ENSEMBLE DU CONTOUR DU MOTIF A REALISER PAR FLOCAGE, ON SOUMET L'ARTICLE MAINTENU SUR LA JEANNETTE A UNE PLURALITE D'OPERATIONS SUCCESSIVES DE PROJECTION DE FIBRES D'UNE COULEUR PREDETERMINEE, CHACUNE DES PROJECTIONS ETANT REALISEE AU TRAVERS D'UN CADRE 21... 91 MUNI D'UNE TOILE PERMEABLE AUX FIBRES UNIQUEMENT DANS UNE ZONE DONT LE CONTOUR CORRESPOND A LA ZONE DE LA COULEUR CORRESPONDANTE A REALISER SUR L'ARTICLE, APRES QUOI, ON RETIRE L'ARTICLE DE LA JEANNETTE ET ON LE MET EN PLACE DANS UNE ETUVE DE SECHAGE POUR POLYMERISATION DE L'ADHESIF.

MACHINE POUR ENDUIRE LA SURFACE INTERNE DE RECIPIENTS

L'INVENTION CONCERNE UNE MACHINE POUR ENDUIRE LA SURFACE INTERNE DE RECIPIENTS. DANS L'INVENTION, ON ENDUIT LA SURFACE INTERNE DE RECIPIENTS 9 AU MOYEN D'UNE MACHINE AUTOMATIQUE 1 MUNIE DE BUSES 5, 6 FIXEES A UN EQUIPAGE MOBILE 3. L'EQUIPAGE MOBILE 3 INTRODUIT LES BUSES 5, 6 A L'INTERIEUR DES RECIPIENTS 9 A ENDUIRE. L'ENDUIT EST APPLIQUE EN AEROSOL EN UNE COUCHE CALIBREE SUR LES PAROIS INTERIEURES DES RECIPIENTS 9. IL EST PREVU UN PLATEAU DE MASQUAGE POUR EMPECHER L'ADHERENCE DE L'ENDUIT AU SOMMET DES RECIPIENTS 9. UNE CHAMBRE D'ASPIRATION 37 PLACEE AU-DESSUS DES RECIPIENTS 9 PENDANT L'OPERATION DE PULVERISATION, PERMET D'AJUSTER L'EPAISSEUR DE LA COUCHE D'ENDUIT. L'INVENTION S'APPLIQUE NOTAMMENT A LA FABRICATION DES FILTRES POUR AUTOMOBILE.

NOUVEAU PROCEDE DE PEINTURE ET OBJETS PEINTS OBTENUS

DANS CE PROCEDE DE PEINTURE SUR CUIR, TISSU, PORCELAINE, FAIENCE, ETC., ON UTILISE, COMME POCHOIR, UNE DENTELLE OU UN PRODUIT DE CE TYPE. L'OBJET EST PEINT PAR PULVERISATION DE PEINTURES METALLISEES.

SAFETY DEVICE BY HIDING PLACE FLANGE ADHESIVE IN PARTICULAR FOR WORK OF CLEANING OR PAINTING

PIPE FITTING OF CONDUITS COMPRISING an INTERNAL SHIRT, PROCEEDED OF COATING AND PROCESS Of ASSEMBLY

A method for applying a mask to a surface

METHOD OF APPLYING A COATING CONTAINING A FLUOROCARBON RESIN ON A METALLIC CARRIER PLANE.

PROCEEDED OF COLOURING Of a LID OF LIMPS OF PAINTING BY an IDENTICAL COLOUR HAS THAT OF the CONTENTS

Procédé de fabrication de structure caoutchouc-métal à forte sollicitation mécanique

Procédé d'adhérisation sur une structure métallique 1 fortement sollicitée mécaniquement et soumise à un environnement corrosif comprenant l'application sur ladite structure d'un vernis 2 de tenue à la corrosion puis l'adhérisation sur une zone de ladite structure d'une partie 3 en caoutchouc, caractérisé en ce que l'on procède à une protection temporaire de la zone d'adhérisation avant l'application du vernis.

Boat hull surface finishing method - by applying resin impregnated nylon fabric on pumiced surface, polymerising and stripping off the fabric

TWO-TONE PAINT METHOD INCLUDING A SYSTEM OF MOTOR VEHICLE

Anti-slip coating-applied in spots or lines - to allow for elastic stretch of substrate

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COATING THE SIDE SEAMS OF CANS

Novel painting method and painted articles obtained

Cylinder for reproducing raised patterns on all surfaces

Method and apparatus for masking substrates for deposition

Disclosed are methods and apparatus for masking of substrates for deposition, and subsequent lifting of the mask with deposited material. Masking materials are utilized that can be used in high temperatures and vacuum environment. The masking material has minimal outgassing once inside a vacuum chamber and withstand the temperatures during deposition process. The mask is inkjeted over the wafers and, after deposition, removed using agitation, such as ultrasonic agitation, or using laser burn off.

Curable resin composition, surface protection method, temporary fixation method, and separation method

Provided is a method for protecting the surface of a member to be processed, which comprises providing a protective film made of a photocurable resin composition for surface protection on the surface of the member to be processed, processing the member to be processed, and removing the protective film from the member to be processed, wherein the photocurable resin composition comprises (A) a polyfunctional (meth)acrylate, (B) a monofunctional (meth)acrylate, (C) a resin having a cyclopentadiene skeleton and (D) a photopolymerization initiator, which comprises from 1 to 50 parts by weight of (A), from 5 to 95 by mass of (B) and from 0.1 to 50 parts by mass of (C).

Synthesis and applications of soluble pentacene precursors and related compounds

The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for synthesis of bridged-hydropentacene, hydroanthracene and hydrotetracene from the precursor compounds pentacene derivatives, tetracene derivatives, and anthracene derivatives. The invention further relates to methods and systems for forming thin films for use in electrically conductive assemblies, such as semiconductors or photovoltaic devices.

Grooved circuit board accommodating mixed-size components

A circuit board, associated assembly, and method of manufacture. The circuit board comprises an elongated groove, extending into the circuit board, for accommodating a footing of a large component such as an RF shield. The groove allows solder paste to be deposited therein via a stencil, to a depth greater than the stencil thickness. Thus the same stencil can be used for depositing solder paste for both small and large components.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING GALVANIZED UPPER COUPLER ASSEMBLY

A method of making a galvanized upper coupler assembly for use in a trailer and the corresponding upper coupler assembly apparatus is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of providing a frame, covering at least one area of the frame with a mask, galvanizing the portions of the frame that are not covered, removing the mask, providing a kingpin, and attaching the kingpin to the frame. After attachment of the kingpin to the frame, the combined assembly can be coated with a rust resistant coating. if desired, a cover plate can be attached to the frame, over the kingpin. 1. A method of making a galvanized upper coupler assembly for use in a trailer , the method comprising:providing a frame;covering an area of the frame with a mask;galvanizing the frame, said mask preventing the galvanization of the area of the frame which is covered by the mask;removing the mask to expose the area, said area being ungalvanized;providing a kingpin; andattaching the kingpin to the ungalvanized area.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising providing a cover plate and attaching said cover plate to said frame.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprisingproviding a cover plate;covering an area of the cover plate with a mask;galvanizing the cover plate, said mask on said cover plate preventing the galvanization of the area of the cover plate which is covered by the mask;removing the mask from the cover plate; andattaching the cover plate to the frame.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mask is a high temperature tape.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mask is a coating.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mask is a pair of removable plates attached to upper and lower surfaces of the frame.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of applying a rust preventative coating to said frame.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the kingpin is welded to the frame. This application is a division of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/703,436 filed Feb. 10, 2010, which claims ...

INSULATION PATTERN-FORMING METHOD AND INSULATION PATTERN-FORMING MATERIAL

An insulation pattern-forming method includes forming an organic pattern on a substrate. A space defined by the organic pattern is filled with an insulating material. The organic pattern is removed to obtain an inverted pattern formed of the insulating material. The inverted pattern is cured. An insulation pattern-forming method includes forming a first organic pattern on the substrate. A space defined by the first organic pattern is filled with an insulating material. An upper surface of the first organic pattern is exposed. A second organic pattern that comes in contact with the upper surface of the first organic pattern is formed. A space defined by the second organic pattern is filled with the insulating material. The first organic pattern and the second organic pattern are removed to obtain an inverted pattern formed of the insulating material. The inverted pattern is cured. 1. An insulation pattern-forming method comprising:forming an organic pattern on a substrate;filling a space defined by the organic pattern with an insulating material;removing the organic pattern to obtain an inverted pattern formed of the insulating material; andcuring the inverted pattern.2. An insulation pattern-forming method comprising:forming a first organic pattern on the substrate;filling a space defined by the first organic pattern with an insulating material;exposing an upper surface of the first organic pattern;forming a second organic pattern that comes in contact with the upper surface of the first organic pattern;filling a space defined by the second organic pattern with the insulating material;removing the first organic pattern and the second organic pattern to obtain an inverted pattern formed of the insulating material; andcuring the inverted pattern.3. The insulation pattern-forming method according to claim 1 , further comprising subjecting the organic pattern on the substrate to a solvent insolubilization treatment.4. The insulation pattern-forming method according to ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A DEPOSIT OF A MATERIAL WHICH IS LOCALIZED AND HAS A DEFINED SHAPE, ON THE SURFACE OF A SUBSTRATE

The present invention relates to a method for producing a deposit of a material which is localized and has a defined shape on the surface of the substrate comprising the steps: (1) delimiting, by photolithography, on the surface of said substrate, at least one localized site and with a defined shape, wettable with a solution containing said material or from which said material is obtained, the areas delimiting and notably surrounding said site being non-wettable with said solution; (2) depositing on said site and said areas, said solution; whereby said material is deposited at said site. 112-. (canceled)13. A method for producing a localized deposit of a material which is localized and has a defined shape on the surface of a substrate , comprising the steps:delimiting by photolithography on the surface of said substrate, at least one localized site and with a defined shape, wettable with a solution containing said material or from which said material is obtained, the areas delimiting said site being non-wettable with said solution;depositing, on said site and said areas, said solution;whereby said material is deposited at said site directly on said substrate,said site and said areas being coplanar on the surface of the substrate.14. The method according to claim 13 , wherein said material is porous.15. The method according to claim 13 , wherein said material is a polymeric material.16. The method according to claim 13 , wherein said material is a material of the sol-gel type.17. The method according to claim 13 , wherein said material comprises at least one probe molecule.18. The method according to claim 15 , wherein said material comprises at least one probe molecule.19. The method according to claim 16 , wherein said material comprises at least one probe molecule.20. The method according to claim 13 , said method comprising the steps:a) depositing on the surface of said substrate a photosensitive resin layer;b) removing by photolithography the resin layer in ...

Patterning of Biomaterials Using Fluorinated Materials and Fluorinated Solvents

A method for patterning biomaterials is presented. The biomaterials exhibit biological activity after patterning. The use of bio-compatible imaging materials and solvents allows conventional lithographic patterning methods to be applied to patterning biomolecules. The method allows deposition of multiple layers without subsequent layers affecting earlier laid deposits and can pattern multiple different biomolecules on a single surface. 1) A method for making a pattern of biomolecules selected from the group consisting of peptides , polypeptides , proteins , polynucleotides and combinations thereof comprising the steps of:a) forming a pattern of a fluorinated organic material on a surface of a substrate such that a first portion of the substrate is covered by the fluorinated organic materials and a second portion of the substrate is not covered by the fluorinated organic material;b) depositing the biomolecules on the patterned substrate from a) thereby associating the biomolecules with at least the second portion of the substrate; andc) removing the fluorinated organic material and the biomolecules associated therewith thereby forming a pattern of the biomolecules associated with the substrate, wherein the biomolecules exhibit at least one biological activity.2) The method of claim 1 , further comprising the step of repeating steps a) claim 1 , b) and c) to generate a plurality of patterns of the biomolecules on the substrate.3) The method of claim 2 , wherein the repeating step is carried out from 1 to 10 times.4) The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is a silicon substrate claim 1 , glass substrate claim 1 , an optical glass substrate or a flexible substrate.5) The method of claim 1 , wherein the fluorinated organic material has at least 25% by weight fluorine.6) The method of claim 1 , wherein the fluorinated organic material is a fluorinated organic polymer.9) The method of claim 1 , wherein the fluorinated organic material is deposited by spin-coating ...

Method for fabricating a microarray of soft materials

A method for fabricating a microarray of plural soft materials includes: vapor-depositing a first layer poly(para-xylylene) resin on a substrate, forming a first micro pattern in the poly(para-xylylene) resin; obtaining a substrate including a first microarray formed by pouring a first soft material solution, freeze-drying the first soft material to obtain a micro-arrayed substrate of the freeze-dried first soft material; vapor-depositing a second layer poly(para-xylylene) resin on the micro-arrayed substrate of the freeze-dried first soft material, forming a second micro pattern placed differently from the first micro pattern by penetrating the poly(para-xylylene) resin of the first and second layers, forming a second microarray on the substrate by pouring a second soft material solution; and forming a microarray of the first and second soft materials on the substrate by peeling off the poly(para-xylylene) resin of the first and second layers.

Pressure masking systems and methods for using the same

Methods of pressure coating a target surface of an article comprising one or more passageways include fluidly connecting a pressure masker comprising pressurized masking fluid to a first side of at least one passageway, passing the pressurized masking fluid through the at least one passageway from the first side to a second side comprising the target surface, and, coating the target surface using a coating material, wherein the pressurized masking fluid passing through the at least one passageway prevents the coating material from permanently altering a cross sectional area of the at least one passageway.

Weather resistive barrier with drainage surface

Weather resistive barriers and methods of making such are provided. A weather resistive barrier provides a space permitting drainage of liquid water or condensation and for air movement. Applications include where the weather resistive barrier is coupled to a sheathing material and further covered with an exterior building covering, thereby providing space between the sheathing material and the exterior building covering. In this way, the amount of moisture exposure experienced by a structure can be controlled and the structure protected. The extent of water drainage and airflow can be tailored according to particular applications.

Absorbent structure

The present invention relates to an absorbent structure, preferably for use in absorbent products, such as used in the food, consumer, household, building and construction, beauty and medical industry, and as used in the personal hygiene industry. The substantially cellulose free absorbent structures continuously immobilise absorbent polymer material via initial smaller pockets and subsequently larger compartments allowing excellent fluid management of the absorbent polymer material in dry, partially and fully liquid loaded state. Preferably such absorbent structure volume increases are result of temporary secondary attachment patterns made in combination with substantially permanent primary attachment grids allowing the release of bigger volumes from the initial smaller volumes by detachment of the secondary attachments. Furthermore the absorbent structure according to an embodiment of the invention non-homogeneously swells to form a liquid-managing surface structure as a result of exposing the absorbent structure to liquid. The present invention foresees in the need for improved flexible, thin, lightweight absorbent structures which overcome the absorbency problems of the prior art during absorption, distribution and retention of liquids with optimal fit.

Rotatable support elements for stents

Various embodiments of methods and devices for coating stents are described herein. The method includes applying a coating composition to the stent; rotating the stent with a rotatable element supporting at least a portion of the stent; and applying at least one pulse to the rotatable element during the stent coating process.

HARD FACING CONFIGURATION FOR A DRILLING TOOL

Bits configured for drilling rock that are of the type that includes a plurality of teeth supported in pockets that are on a cutting face that is driven to rotate. The pockets are configured to allow the teeth to passively rotate while in the pockets. The present disclosure provides a bit having hardfacing around the pockets and related methods. 1. A drill bit comprising:a distal cutting end; anda proximal mounting end;wherein the distal cutting end includes a plurality of pockets, each pocket configured to support a cutting tooth such that the tooth is free to rotate about a longitudinal axis of the tooth and relative to the distal cutting end,wherein the distal cutting end defines a cutting face and wherein hardfacing is provided on substantially the entire cutting face.2. The drill bit of claim 1 , wherein the hardfacing covers at least seventy-five percent of the cutting face.3. The drill bit of claim 1 , wherein the hardfacing covers at least ninety percent of the cutting face.4. The drill bit of claim 1 , further comprising at least three cutting teeth claim 1 , each tooth being secured within one of the plurality of pockets such that the tooth is free to rotate relative to the distal cutting end of the drill bit.5. The drill bit of claim 1 , further comprising an angled surface that defines a leading edge at a junction between the angled surface and the distal cutting end claim 1 , the angled surface extending radially outwardly towards the mounting end.6. The drill bit of claim 5 , wherein one of the plurality of pockets includes a lead pocket configured to support a cutting tooth such that the tooth extends past a plane defined by the angled surface.7. The drill bit of claim 6 , wherein a minimum dimension between the leading edge of the cutting face and a periphery edge of the lead pocket is less than 0.5 inches (12.70 millimeters).8. The drill bit of claim 5 , wherein one of the plurality of pockets includes a lead pocket configured to support a cutting ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

A method for forming an electronic device having a multilayer structure, comprising: embossing a surface of a substrate so as to depress first and second regions of the substrate relative to at least a third region of the substrate; depositing conductive or semiconductive material from solution onto the first and second regions of the substrate so as to form a first electrode on the first region and a second electrode on the second region, wherein the electrodes are electrically insulated from each other by the third region. 1. A method for solution deposition of at least one pattern of material on a substrate comprising:(a) depositing onto a surface of a substrate an intermediate layer, wherein the substrate is one of hydrophobic and hydrophilic and the intermediate layer is the other of hydrophilic and hydrophobic;(b) depositing a sacrificial layer onto a surface of the intermediate layer;(c) embossing the sacrificial layer so as to define at least one depressed region and at least one raised region;(d) etching the sacrificial layer and the intermediate layer so as to reveal the surface of the substrate in the areas defined by the one or more depressed regions, and leaving the intermediate layer in the areas defined by the one or more raised regions;(e) removing any remainder of the sacrificial layer in the areas defined by the one or more raised regions; and(f) using the etched intermediate layer to control the deposition of a solution of said material on to the substrate.2. A method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said at least one pattern of material is at least one conducting electrode.3. A method for solution deposition of at least one pattern of material on a substrate comprising:(a) depositing a sacrificial layer onto a surface of the substrate;(b) embossing the sacrificial layer so as to define at least one depressed region and at least one raised region;(c) etching the sacrificial layer so as to reveal the surface of the substrate in the areas defined by ...

Self-assembly of small structures

Small structures are formed by applying to a substrate a structural material and a layer of a sacrificial material having a lower surface energy than the structural material, to form an intermediate product. The substrate is then heated to a temperature at which the sacrificial material evaporates or sublimes and the structural material is mobilized. The sacrificial material is permitted to evaporate or sublime, an area of the substrate covered by the sacrificial material to diminish, and the structural material to agglomerate on the remaining sacrificial material to form a structure.

MULTILAYER MASKING TAPE

A masking tape for use in applications where a coating material is applied to a surface for defining a sharp edge of the portion of the surface that is coated. A masking tape may include a reinforcing strip releasably attached to the non-adhesive side of conventional masking tape comprising a substrate with an adhesive layer on one side. The reinforcing strip extends longitudinally along the length of the substrate with one edge substantially aligned with, and preferably flush with, one longitudinal edge of the substrate and acts as a separate means to cut through a coating or film more efficiently than the masking tape alone, while subsequently leaving the masking tape in place until the preferred time of removal. 1. A method of coating a portion of a surface with a coating material comprising the steps of:a. affixing to the surface a masking tape comprising an elongated base substrate having top and bottom sides and first and second longitudinal edges, with a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer formed on the bottom side of the base substrate and a reinforcing strip adhered to the top side of the base substrate, the reinforcing strip having an outer edge, wherein the reinforcing strip has a longitudinal extent co-extensive with that of the base substrate and a width no more than half that of the base substrate, and wherein the reinforcing strip is positioned on the base substrate so that the outer edge of the reinforcing strip is substantially aligned with the first longitudinal edge of the base substrate over the longitudinal extent of the base substrate, wherein the first longitudinal edge of the base substrate defines an edge of the portion of the surface to be coated;b. applying coating material to the portion of the surface and over the outer edge of the reinforcing strip;c. allowing the coating material to at least partially dry or cure; andd. removing the masking tape from the surface.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the outer edge of the reinforcing strip ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FORMING PATTERN

There is provided a pattern forming apparatus which transfers a paste to a predetermined position of a pattern forming object fixed to a table through a pattern forming mask having opening portions at predetermined positions using a discharge mechanism part. To realize a pattern forming which allows the stable forming of a fine pattern with high accuracy and allows the paste to be surely filled into fine through holes, a corner portion of a distal end of the discharge mechanism part in contact with the pattern forming mask is formed into a concave shape, and a surface of the distal end portion of the discharge mechanism part including the concave shaped portion is covered with a film having liquid repellency so that the rolling of the paste is accelerated in a region formed by the concave shaped portion to form a fine pattern with high accuracy. 1. A pattern forming device comprising:a mask holding part which holds a mask for forming a pattern;a table part on which a pattern forming specimen is placed, the table part being capable of moving the specimen upwardly and downwardly thus making the specimen approach or retract from the mask held by the mask holding portion;a paste discharge part having a discharge mechanism which forms a pattern made of a paste on the specimen placed on the table part through the mask; anda discharge mechanism drive part which moves the discharge mechanism of the paste discharge part back and forth along the mask,wherein the paste discharge part includes a pair of discharge mechanisms, the pair of discharge mechanisms is mounted in an oppositely facing manner, a concave portion is formed on the discharge mechanism on a side contributing to the formation of the pattern out of the pair of discharge mechanisms mounted in an oppositely facing manner in front of a position where the discharge mechanism is brought into contact with the mask when the pair of discharge mechanisms is brought into pressure contact with the mask in a moving ...

REINFORCEMENT LIQUID JET DEVICE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING DISPLAY PANEL

A reinforcement liquid jet device includes a nozzle unit that is spaced apart from a display panel by a predetermined interval and that jets a reinforcement liquid to a side of the display panel, a moving frame that is movably installed and the nozzle unit is coupled to the moving frame, a mask unit that is rotatably coupled to the moving frame, and a driving unit that is coupled to the moving frame and that rotates the mask unit. 1. A reinforcement liquid jet device , comprising:a nozzle unit that is spaced apart from a display panel by a predetermined interval and that jets a reinforcement liquid to a side of the display panel;a moving frame that is movably installed, the nozzle unit being coupled to the moving frame;a mask unit that is rotatably coupled to the moving frame; anda driving unit that is coupled to the moving frame and that rotates the mask unit.2. The reinforcement liquid jet device of claim 1 , wherein the mask unit includes:a rotation unit that is rotatably coupled to the moving frame, anda liquid splash prevention unit that is bent from the rotation unit.3. The reinforcement liquid jet device of claim 2 , wherein a length of the rotation unit is equal to or greater than a distance from a center of rotation of the rotation unit to an end of the nozzle unit.4. The reinforcement liquid jet device of claim 2 , wherein a height of the liquid splash prevention unit is larger than a space between the display panel and the nozzle unit.5. The reinforcement liquid jet device of claim 1 , wherein:the mask unit includes a plurality of mask units, the plurality of mask units being spaced apart from each other by a predetermined interval, andthe display panel and the nozzle unit are between the plurality of mask units during a rotational movement of the plurality of mask units.6. The reinforcement liquid jet device of claim 1 , further comprising a vision unit that is spaced apart from the nozzle unit by a predetermined interval and that is movable at a same ...

Light Emitting Diode Apparatus for Curing an Emulsion

An apparatus and method for curing a photo activated emulsion. The apparatus is a light emitting apparatus is a plurality of light emitting diodes (LED's) attached to a circuit board. The LED's are used to quickly and efficiently cure a photo sensitive emulsion on a mesh screen for use in silk screening.

Structure Body and Pattern Formation Method

According to one embodiment, a structure body includes a plurality of particles and a base body. The particles are separated from each other. The each of the particles includes a first polymer provided at an outer surface of the each of the particles. The base body includes a surface having a protrusion and a recess. The base body includes a second polymer provided at the surface. The second polymer is different from the first polymer. The particles are supported by the protrusion, and the particles are separated from the recess. 1. A structure body , comprising:a plurality of particles separated from each other, each of the particles including a first polymer provided at an outer surface of the each of the particles; anda base body including a surface having a protrusion and a recess, the base body including a second polymer provided at the surface, the second polymer being different from the first polymer,the particles being supported by the protrusion, and the particles being separated from the recess.2. The body according to claim 1 , whereinthe particles include a first particle,the first particle includes a first side region, a second side region, and a first middle region,the first side region of the first particle is supported by a first protrusion region of the protrusion,the second side region of the first particle is supported by a second protrusion region of the protrusion,the first middle region is between the first side region and the second side region in a direction from the first protrusion region toward the second protrusion region, andthe first middle region is separated from the recess.4. The body according to claim 3 , whereinthe first protrusion region and the second protrusion region extend along a first extension direction,the first protrusion region has a first protrusion region center in a first width direction,the second protrusion region has a second protrusion region center in the first width direction,the first width direction is ...

MICROFLUIDIC CONTROL SURFACES USING ORDERED NANOTUBE FABRICS

A method for arranging nanotube elements within nanotube fabric layers and films is disclosed. A directional force is applied over a nanotube fabric layer to render the fabric layer into an ordered network of nanotube elements. That is, a network of nanotube elements drawn together along their sidewalls and substantially oriented in a uniform direction. In some embodiments this directional force is applied by rolling a cylindrical element over the fabric layer. In other embodiments this directional force is applied by passing a rubbing material over the surface of a nanotube fabric layer. In other embodiments this directional force is applied by running a polishing material over the nanotube fabric layer for a predetermined time. Exemplary rolling, rubbing, and polishing apparatuses are also disclosed. 1. A nanotube fabric for microfluidics , comprising:a nanotube fabric comprising a plurality of nanotube elements;wherein said nanotube fabric comprises at least one region of substantially un-ordered nanotubes and at least one region of substantially ordered nanotubes;wherein said at least one region of substantially ordered nanotubes is rendered into said ordered state according to a selected pattern;wherein said selected pattern of ordered nanotubes defines at least one path for a liquid to flow.2. The nanotube fabric of wherein the width of said at least one path is on the order of 50-100 μm.3. The nanotube fabric of wherein the width of said at least one path is on the order of 10-50 μm.4. The nanotube fabric of wherein the width of said at least one path is on the order of 1-10 μm.5. The nanotube fabric of wherein the width of said at least one path is on the order of 0.1-1 μm.6. The nanotube fabric of wherein said nanotube fabric additionally comprises at least one additive claim 1 , said additive including surfactants claim 1 , binders claim 1 , nanoscopic particles claim 1 , polymers claim 1 , dopants claim 1 , organic molecules and inorganic molecules.7. The ...

PROCESS FOR DEPOSITING DRY POWDER PARTICLES ONTO A SUBSTRATE AND ADHESIVELY BONDING THE PARTICLES TO THE SUBSTRATE

Methods for using a hollow, rotating stencil roll to deposit flowable dry powder particles onto a moving substrate and to adhesively bond the particles to a pressure-sensitive adhesive surface of the substrate. 1. A method for adhesively bonding flowable dry powder particles to a moving substrate , the method comprising:dispersing flowable dry powder particles onto a major radially inner surface of a hollow, rotating stencil roll,contacting a pressure-sensitive adhesive major surface of a moving substrate with a major radially outer surface of the hollow, rotating stencil roll and temporarily adhesively attaching the pressure-sensitive adhesive major surface of the moving substrate to the major radially outer surface of the hollow, rotating stencil roll;as the substrate rotates with the stencil roll, allowing at least some flowable dry powder particles to pass through at least some apertures in the stencil roll so as to contact the pressure-sensitive adhesive major surface of the moving substrate and to be adhesively bonded thereto; and, allowing at least some flowable dry powder particles that have not adhesively bonded to the pressure-sensitive adhesive surface of the moving substrate to tumble freely along the major radially inner surface of the stencil roll as the stencil roll rotates;and,detaching the pressure-sensitive adhesive surface of the moving substrate from the outer surface of the hollow, rotating stencil roll so as to produce a substrate comprising an array of flowable dry powder particles attached to the pressure-sensitive adhesive major surface thereof.2. The method of wherein the flowable dry powder particles that tumble freely along the major radially inner surface of the stencil roll as the stencil roll rotates claim 1 , form a rolling bank as the stencil roll rotates.3. The method of wherein the stencil roll further comprises at least one particle-contacting member that at least closely abuts the major radially inner surface of the rotating ...

6-COLOR SET PLUS ACHROMATIC(S) FOR SUBTRACTIVE COLOR COMBINATIONS

A 6-Color Set of chromatic primary colors is disclosed containing a bordeaux and/or a yellow shade orange color but no magenta. A method of modifying the color gamut of a color application process is also presented. 1. A 6-Color Set of chromatic primary colors comprising:(a) a bordeaux color and/or a yellow shade orange color; and(b) a number of other colors in order to have a total of 6 colors in the set,wherein magenta is not one of the chromatic primary colors and the 6-Color Set is suited for subtractive color combinations.2. The 6-Color Set of claim 1 , wherein the bordeaux color provides a Mid-Point Wavelength between 610 and 625 nm.3. The 6-Color Set of comprising both the bordeaux color and the yellow shade orange color.4. The 6-Color Set of claim 1 , wherein the other colors are a deep hot pink claim 1 , a yellow claim 1 , and other colors selected from the group consisting of: a green color claim 1 , a cyan color claim 1 , a blue color and a violet color.5. The 6-Color Set of comprising 4 colors with predominately “S” curve spectral response features with ΔMPW(Max-Min) less than 35.6. The 6-Color Set of comprising 4 colors with predominately “S” curve spectral response features with ΔMPW(Max-Min) less than 20.7. The 6-Color Set of comprising 4 colors with predominately “S” curve spectral response features with ΔMPW(Max-Min) less than 10.8. The 6-Color Set of further comprising at least one achromatic color.9. The 6-Color Set of claim 1 , wherein the yellow shade orange color provides a Mid-Point Wavelength between 545 and 560 nm.10. The 6-Color Set of claim 1 , wherein Deep Hot Pink is not one of the chromatic primary colors.11. The 6-Color Set of claim 1 , wherein a chromatic color having a Mid-Point Wavelength between 590 and 600 nm is not one of the chromatic primary colors.12. A color application process comprising generating various colored materials using the 6-Color Set of .13. The color application process of claim 12 , in which the process is ...

Flocked products having a silicone adhesive composition and methods of making and using the same

This invention relates generally to flocked articles and methods for making the same, more particularly to flocked products having a silicone adhesive and methods for making and using the same.

Surface treatment agent, surface treatment method, and region selective film formation method for surface of substrate

A surface treatment agent used for treating a substrate which has a surface having two or more regions made of materials that are different from each other, the agent including a compound (H) represented by Formula (H-1). In the formula, R1 represents a linear or branched alkyl group having 1 to 30 carbon atoms, a linear or branched fluorinated alkyl group having 1 to 30 carbon atoms, an aromatic hydrocarbon group, or a cycloalkyl group having 3 to 12 carbon atoms, and R2 represents a hydrogen atom, a linear or branched alkyl group having 1 to 8 carbon atoms, or a cycloalkyl group having 3 to 12 carbon atoms)

PROTECTIVE ARMOR USING ORDERED NANOTUBE FABRICS

A method for arranging nanotube elements within nanotube fabric layers and films is disclosed. A directional force is applied over a nanotube fabric layer to render the fabric layer into an ordered network of nanotube elements. That is, a network of nanotube elements drawn together along their sidewalls and substantially oriented in a uniform direction. In some embodiments this directional force is applied by rolling a cylindrical element over the fabric layer. In other embodiments this directional force is applied by passing a rubbing material over the surface of a nanotube fabric layer. In other embodiments this directional force is applied by running a polishing material over the nanotube fabric layer for a predetermined time. Exemplary rolling, rubbing, and polishing apparatuses are also disclosed. 1. A composite armor plate , comprising:a plurality of material layers, wherein at least one of said material layers is an ordered nanotube fabric stack;wherein said at least one ordered nanotube fabric stack comprises at least one ordered nanotube fabric layer arranged along a selected direction;wherein at least one of said at least one material layer comprises steel, steel alloy, metallic alloy, fabric, ballistic fabric, ceramic plates, or shaped ceramic particles suspended in a matrix.2. The composite armor plate of wherein said at least one ordered nanotube fabric stack comprises a plurality of ordered nanotube fabric layers arranged at selected angles to adjacent ordered nanotube fabric layers.3. The composite armor plate of wherein said at least one ordered nanotube fabric stack comprises a plurality of ordered nanotube fabric layers arranged along alternating orthogonal directions with respect to adjacent ordered nanotube fabric layers.4. The composite armor plate of wherein said at least one ordered nanotube fabric stack comprises nanotubes and a matrix material.5. The composite armor plate of wherein at least one of said at least one ordered nanotube fabric ...

Facility and method for applying coatings to elongated automotive parts

An installation and a method for applying coatings to automotive enlarged pieces are disclosed. The installation comprises an elevated conveyor, wherein the enlarged pieces are vertically hanged up; a formation section of an anticorrosive coating on the surface of the enlarged piece; a drying section of the enlarged piece on which the coating has been formed; a masking section wherein some portions of the piece are covered; a paint application section wherein the enlarged piece is coated with paint; an unmasking section of the piece in which the previous masked portions are uncovered; wherein the elevated conveyor continuous and vertically conveys the enlarged pieces along each of the sections in the installation.

INK COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR FORMING EMBOSSED PATTERN USING THE SAME

Disclosed are an ink composition and a method for forming embossments using the ink composition. Accordingly, a process of removing a clear residue on the printed pattern in the related arts may be eliminated. In particular, the ink composition for improving formation of embossment may include: a silane-modified polyacrylate resin in an amount of about 10 to 40 wt %; a silicone-modified polyacrylate resin in an amount of about 50 to 80 wt %; a silicone oil-type additive in an amount of about 3 to 7 wt %; and a silicone oil compound-type additive in an amount of about 5 to 15 wt %. The ink composition has substantially reduced surface tension to provide excellent water-repellency and oil-repellency. As such, a clear paint may not be adhered to the printed pattern surface of the ink composition, but instead, the clear paint may be adhered to the non-printed surface, thereby forming an embossed pattern. 1. An ink composition for improving formation of embossments , comprising:a silane-modified polyacrylate resin in an amount of about 10 to 40 wt % based on the total weight of the ink composition;a silicone-modified polyacrylate resin in an amount of about 50 to 80 wt % based on the total weight of the ink composition;a silicone oil-type additive in an amount of about 3 to 7 wt % based on the total weight of the ink composition; anda silicone oil compound-type additive in an amount of about 5 to 15 wt %,based on the total weight of the ink composition.2. The ink composition of claim 1 , further comprising:a curing agent in an amount of about 10 to 30 parts by weight; anda solvent in an amount 1 to 30 parts by weight,wherein said parts by weight are based on 100 parts of the ink composition by weight.3. The ink composition of claim 1 , wherein the silane-modified polyacrylate resin has a glass transition temperature of -about 20 to 40° C.4. The ink composition of claim 1 , wherein a content of silicone in the silicone-modified polyacrylate resin is in an amount of about ...

OFFSET MASKING DEVICE AND METHOD

A mask includes a masking body including at least a first edge, a second edge, and a third edge, together defining at least part of a perimeter around a first surface and a second opposing surface. A standoff arrangement includes at least one projection extending from the first or second surface of the masking body. The at least one projection is connected to the first or second surface at a location inward from the at least one edge of the masking body, thereby defining a first overhanging portion of the masking body overhanging the at least one projection proximate to the at least one edge of the masking body. 1. A mask comprising:a masking body including at least a first edge, a second edge, and a third edge, together defining at least part of a perimeter around a first surface and a second opposing surface; anda standoff arrangement including at least one projection extending from the first or second surface of the masking body, the at least one projection connected to the first or second surface at a location inward from the at least one edge of the masking body, thereby defining a first overhanging portion of the masking body overhanging the at least one projection proximate to the at least one edge of the masking body.2. The mask arrangement of claim 1 , wherein the first edge of the masking body is a first longitudinal edge and a second edge is an opposing second longitudinal edge.3. The mask arrangement of claim 2 , wherein the at least one projection includes a resilient layer extending longitudinally between first and second standoff ends defining at least the first overhang portion of the masking body.4. The mask arrangement of claim 3 , wherein both of the first and second standoff ends are offset longitudinally inwardly from the corresponding first or second longitudinal edge of the masking body claim 3 , defining the first overhang portion and a second opposing overhang portion of the masking body.5. The mask arrangement of claim 3 , wherein the ...

PHOTOCURABLE COMPOSITIONS AND METHOD OF FORMING TOPOGRAPHICAL FEATURES ON A MEMBRANE SURFACE USING PHOTOCURABLE COMPOSITIONS

Photocurable compositions and methods of preparation and use of such compositions. More particularly, photocurable compositions useful for forming topographical features on surfaces such as membrane surfaces. Methods of forming topographical features on a membrane surface using photocurable compositions. 1. A method of forming topographical features on a membrane surface comprising:providing a membrane surface;providing a stencil or screen over the membrane surface, the stencil or screen having openings exposing the membrane surface for receiving a curable composition;depositing one or more layers of curable composition into the stencil openings or screen openings and onto the membrane surface to form the topographical features, the openings defining an approximate shape and size of the topographical features;removing the stencil or screen to leave in place the topographical features on the membrane; andcuring the curable composition,wherein a single layer of the curable composition deposited in the depositing step produces topographical features have an aspect ratio (height/width) from about 0.2 to about 2.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the removing the stencil or screen step occurs before the curing step.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the curing step occurs before the removing the stencil or screen step.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the curing step comprises:a) a pre-cure step occurring before the removing the stencil or screen step during which the curable composition is partially cured andb) a full cure step occurring after the removing the stencil or screen step during which the curable composition is fully cured.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein pre-cure step comprises exposing the side of the membrane without the topographical features to a light source.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the aspect ratio (height/width) is greater than about 0.50.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the topographical aspect ratio (height/width) is greater than ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR RESTRICTING SPRAY COATING DEPOSITION

An apparatus for selectively restricting deposition of a spray coating on a substrate surface includes at least one substrate-contacting stabilizer with a lower stabilizer surface which is selectively attachable to the substrate surface. A restrictor fin has a fin body having longitudinally separated upper and lower fin surfaces. An inner fin edge is connected to an inner stabilizer edge with an obtuse angle formed therebetween when viewed in a lateral-longitudinal plane. A plurality of transversely oriented fin apertures extend through the fin body. Each laterally adjacent pair of fin apertures defines a transversely oriented restrictor bar from the fin body interposed laterally therebetween. The fin apertures permit at least a portion of the spray coating to pass substantially longitudinally therethrough toward the substrate surface. The restrictor bars selectively prevent passage of at least a portion of the spray coating toward the substrate surface. 1. An apparatus for selectively restricting deposition of a spray coating on a substrate surface of a substrate , the apparatus comprising:at least one substrate-contacting stabilizer having laterally spaced inner and outer stabilizer edges separated by a stabilizer body having longitudinally separated upper and lower stabilizer surfaces, the lower stabilizer surface being selectively attachable to the substrate surface;a restrictor fin having laterally spaced inner and outer fin edges separated by a fin body having longitudinally separated upper and lower fin surfaces, the inner fin edge being connected to the inner stabilizer edge with an obtuse angle formed therebetween when viewed in a lateral-longitudinal plane; anda plurality of transversely oriented fin apertures extending through the fin body to place the upper and lower fin surfaces in fluid communication, each laterally adjacent pair of fin apertures defining a transversely oriented restrictor bar from the fin body interposed laterally between the ...

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR REMOVAL OF ACUTE BLOCKAGES FROM BLOOD VESSELS

A clot retrieval device comprises an elongate shaft and an expandable clot retrieval element on the shaft, the clot retrieval element comprising a framework formed from a substrate material such as Nitinol and having a plurality of struts and crowns , at least some of the struts comprises at least one widened portion of the substrate material to provide enhanced radiopacity. The framework is coated with a radiopaque material such as gold. The device is rendered radiopaque with reduced damping effects. 1. A clot retrieval device comprising an elongate shaft and an expandable clot engaging element on the shaft , the clot engaging element comprising a framework formed from a substrate material and having a plurality of struts and crowns , at least some of the struts comprising at least one widened portion of the substrate material to provide enhanced radiopacity.2. A clot retrieval device as claimed in wherein the strut comprises a plurality of widened portions which are spaced-apart along a length of the strut.3. A clot retrieval device as claimed in wherein the widened portion of the strut is at least 50% claim 1 , at least 75% claim 1 , at least 100% claim 1 , at least 125% claim 1 , at least 150% claim 1 , at least 175% claim 1 , at least 200% claim 1 , at least 300% wider than the regions along the length of the strut between the widened portions.4. A clot retrieval device as claimed in wherein the widened portions have a length which is less than 100% claim 1 , less than 75% claim 1 , less than 50% claim 1 , less than 25% of the length of the regions of the strut between the widened portions.5. A clot retrieval device as claimed in wherein the length of the regions of the strut between the widened portions is greater than 300% claim 1 , greater than 400% claim 1 , greater than 500% claim 1 , greater than 600% claim 1 , greater than 700% claim 1 , greater than 800% claim 1 , greater than 900% of the width of the strut.6. A clot retrieval device as claimed in ...

PROCESS FOR FORMING A SHAPED FILM PRODUCT

A process capable of commercial scale manufacturing of inexpensive, shaped film products includes placing a mask over a substrate; delivering a film-forming composition through a nozzle to form a raw shape on the substrate; removing the mask; and solidifying the film-forming composition to provide the shaped film product disposed on the substrate. The mask has a delivery surface and an opposite substrate-facing surface and at least one aperture having a design corresponding to the desired shaped film product. The nozzle is disposed in sealing engagement with the delivery surface of the mask to the at least one aperture of the mask during delivery of the film-forming composition. 1. An apparatus for forming a shaped film product comprising;a. a mask having an aperture corresponding to the desired shaped film product;b. a mask support arranged and configured to support the mask;c. a system for delivering a film-forming composition to the mask aperture comprising a film-forming composition reservoir in fluid communication with at least one pump to deliver the film-forming composition to the mask aperture; a pump controller to control the flow of the film-forming composition, and a nozzle arranged and configured to receive the film-forming composition and to deliver it to the mask aperture.2. The apparatus of further comprising a substrate disposed between the mask support and the mask.3. The apparatus of wherein the mask support has a release lined surface whereby a shaped film product formed in the apparatus may be removed therefrom.4. The apparatus of wherein the system for delivering the film-forming composition to the mask aperture is arranged and configured to deliver the film-forming composition to the mask aperture in a substantially laminar flow. This application is a divisional of Ser. No. 14/581,010 filed on Dec. 23, 2014, and claims the benefit of expired provisional 61/922,306 filed on Dec. 31, 2013, the complete disclosure of which is hereby incorporated ...

PROCEDURE OF PROCESSING A WORKPIECE AND AN APPARATUS DESIGNED FOR THE PROCEDURE

The present invention provides a procedure of processing a workpiece such as backside grinding of a device wafer and an apparatus designed for the procedure. The procedure comprises (1) preparing a bonded stack comprising (e.g. consisting of) a carrier layer, a workpiece layer, and an interposer layer therebetween; (2) processing the workpiece layer; and (3) delivering a gas jet at the junction between two adjacent layers in the stack to separate or debond the two adjacent layers. Technical merits of the invention include enhanced efficiency, higher wafer throughput, reduced stress on workpiece surface, and uniformly distributed stress and avoidance of device wafer breakage and internal device damage, among others. 1. A procedure of processing a workpiece , comprising (1) preparing a bonded stack comprising a carrier layer , a workpiece layer , and an interposer layer therebetween; (2) processing the workpiece layer; and (3) delivering a gas jet at the junction between two adjacent layers in the stack to separate or debond said two adjacent layers.2. The procedure according to claim 1 , wherein said two adjacent layers are the carrier layer and the interposer layer.3. The procedure according to claim 1 , wherein said carrier layer is made of a material selected from glass claim 1 , silicon claim 1 , ceramics claim 1 , sapphire claim 1 , quartz claim 1 , polysilicon claim 1 , silicon dioxide claim 1 , silicon-germanium claim 1 , silicon (oxy)nitride claim 1 , Gallium Nitride (GaN) claim 1 , gallium arsenide (GaAs) claim 1 , gallium phosphide (GaP) claim 1 , gallium arsenide phosphide (GaAsP) claim 1 , silicon carbide (SiC) claim 1 , metals such as copper claim 1 , aluminum claim 1 , gold claim 1 , tungsten claim 1 , tantalum; low k dielectrics claim 1 , polymer dielectrics claim 1 , and metal nitrides and silicides.4. The procedure according to claim 1 , further comprising a step of pretreating the bonding surface of the carrier layer before the step of preparing ...

METHOD FOR PROVIDING A NANOPATTERN OF METAL OXIDE NANOSTRUCTURES ON A SUBSTRATE

A method for providing a nanopattern of periodically ordered metal oxide nanostructures on a substrate is described. The method comprises the steps of providing a microphase separated block copolymer as a thin film on a substrate, the block copolymer comprising a first polymer having an affinity for a cations of the metal and a second polymer having a lower affinity for the cations than the first polymer, and selectively incorporating a salt of the metal cation into the first polymer of the block copolymer by means of a solvation process prior to or after formation of the microphase separated block copolymer. The block copolymer film is then treated to oxidise the metal ion salt and remove the polymers leaving a nanopattern of metal oxide nanostructures on the substrate. 1. A method for providing a nanopattern of periodically ordered metal oxide nanostructures on a substrate comprising the steps of:providing a microphase separated block copolymer as a thin film on a surface, the block copolymer comprising a first polymer having an affinity for metal cations and a second polymer having a lower affinity for metal cations than the first polymer;immersing the microphase separated block copolymer film in a mild solvent for at least one hour to activate the film;selectively incorporating a metal ion salt into the first polymer of the block copolymer after activation of the film by treating the first polymer with a solution comprising a solvent and metal ions dissolved in the solvent, in which the solution comprises at least 95% solvent (v/v); andtreatment of the block copolymer film to oxidise the metal ion salt and remove the polymers leaving metal oxide nanostructures on the substrate.2. A method as claimed in in which the first polymer is polyethylene oxide (PEO).3. A method as claimed in in which the solvent is ethanol.4. A method as claimed in in which the metal ion solution comprises at least 98% solvent (v/v).5. A method as claimed in in which the block copolymer ...

Culinary Utensil with a Hybrid Coating and Method for Producing Such a Utensil

Provided is a utensil including a support having two opposite faces, at least one of which is provided with a sol-gel coating including at least one sol-gel layer that is present in the form of a continuous film of a sol-gel material including a matrix of at least one metal polyalkoxylate. Said utensil additionally includes a hybrid sol-gel coating including at least one screen-printed sol-gel layer completely or partially covering said sol-gel coating, said first hybrid sol-gel layer consisting of a hybrid sol-gel material including a matrix formed from a first hybrid sol-gel composition including at least one silicone resin and at least one silane and/or at least one metal alkoxide. Also provided is a process for producing such a utensil. 1. Utensil having a support with two opposite surfaces at least one of which is equipped with a sol-gel coating comprising at least one sol-gel layer in the form of a continuous film of sol-gel material comprising a matrix of at least one metal polyalkoxylate , wherein said utensil furthermore comprises a hybrid sol-gel coating including at least one screen-printed first hybrid sol-gel layer that completely or partially covers said sol-gel coating , said first hybrid sol-gel layer comprising a hybrid sol-gel material including a matrix formed from a first hybrid sol-gel composition of at least one silicone resin and at least one or both of a silane and a metal alkoxide.2. Utensil as in claim 1 , in which the silicone resin accounts for 40 to 70% by weight of the total weight of the first hybrid sol-gel composition.3. Utensil as in claim 1 , in which the silicone resin is a silicone polyester resin.4. Utensil as in claim 1 , in which said first hybrid sol-gel layer is partially covered by a second hybrid sol-gel layer applied discontinuously by serigraphy claim 1 , consisting of a hybrid sol-gel material comprising a matrix formed from a second hybrid sol-gel composition comprising at least one silicone resin and at least one or ...

Direct Current Superposition Curing for Resist Reflow Temperature Enhancement

Techniques herein include methods for curing a layer of material (such as a resist) on a substrate to enable relatively greater heat reflow resistance. Increasing reflow resistance enables successful directed self-assembly of block copolymers. Techniques include receiving a substrate having a patterned photoresist layer and positioning this substrate in a processing chamber of a capacitively coupled plasma system. The patterned photoresist layer is treated with a flux of electrons by coupling negative polarity direct current power to a top electrode of the plasma processing system during plasma processing. The flux of electrons is accelerated from the top electrode with sufficient energy to pass through a plasma and its sheath, and strike the substrate such that the patterned photoresist layer changes in physical properties, which can include an increased glass-liquid transition temperature. 1. A method of curing a layer of material on a substrate , the method comprising:receiving a substrate having a patterned photoresist layer;positioning the substrate in a processing chamber of a capacitively coupled plasma system;treating the patterned photoresist layer with a flux of electrons by coupling negative polarity direct current power to a top electrode of the plasma processing system, the flux of electrons being accelerated from the top electrode with sufficient energy to pass through a plasma and strike the substrate such that the patterned photoresist layer changes in physical properties; anddispensing a block copolymer film on the patterned photo resist layer.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the patterned photoresist layer changing in physical properties includes increasing in a reflow temperature as compared to prior to being treated with the flux of electrons.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the patterned photoresist layer changing in physical properties includes increasing in a glass-liquid transition temperature as compared to prior to being treated with ...

Method for aiding the masking of workpiece surfaces to be painted or treated

The invention provides a method of assisting masking a part ( 100 ), the method comprising, prior to working on the part, the steps of: using a numerical model ( 1 ) of the part to define at least one virtual surface ( 2 ) for masking by extracting from the model a geometrical surface of the part that is to be masked, and by duplicating said geometrical surface; and assigning instructions ( 3 ) about masking to the virtual surface for masking as defined in this way; then when an operator is working on a part matching the numerical model, taking at least one image of the part and enabling the operator to view the image of the part with the virtual surface for masking superposed thereon while also displaying the associated instructions; and after the part matching the numerical model has been masked, taking an image of the masked part and comparing on the image the real masked surface with the virtual surface for masking.

DEPOSITION BY SPIN COATING OF A PATTERNED THIN LAYER ON A SUBSTRATE

The method for producing a patterned layer of first material on a surface of a substrate comprises the following successive steps: 1. A method for producing a patterned layer made from first material on a surface of a substrate comprising the following successive steps:arranging a particle on the surface of the substrate;depositing a resin by spin coating on the surface of the substrate so as to form the patterned layer of first material and a hole passing through the layer of first material and opening onto the particle;the material of the particle and the resin being chosen such that the particle exerts a repulsive interaction with respect to the resin.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the patterned layer of first material is cross-linked after the spin coating deposition step.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the patterned layer of first material undergoes a heat treatment step.4. The method according to claim 1 , comprising an elimination of the particle after formation of the patterned layer of first material.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the patterned layer is greater than the dimension of the particle along an axis substantially perpendicular to the surface of the substrate.6. The method according to claim 1 , comprising an arrangement of at least one additional particle on the surface of the substrate so that the particle and the additional particle are located at first and second predefined positions of the surface of the substrate claim 1 , and in that the material of the additional particle is chosen such that the additional particle exerts a repulsive interaction with respect to the resin so as to form an additional hole passing through the layer of first material and opening onto the additional particle.7. The method according to claim 6 , wherein the first and second predefined positions are chosen such that the pass-through hole and the additional pass-through hole overlap.830. The method according ...

PATTERNED SILICONE COATING

A method of applying a patterned coating of a silicone adhesive to a substrate sheet, comprising the steps of pattern coating a silicone precursor composition onto the substrate, followed by thermally curing the precursor composition coated on the substrate. The precursor composition is a viscous fluid, and the pattern coating is performed by suitably modified block printing, intaglio printing or screen printing methods. Also provided are coated substrates obtainable by the methods of the invention, and wound dressings comprising such coated substrates. 114.-. (canceled)15. A method of pattern coating a silicone adhesive onto a substrate sheet , comprising:coating a silicone precursor composition onto an apertured support layer to provide a coated apertured support layer;applying the coated apertured support layer to a substrate sheet to apply a pattern of silicone precursor composition on the substrate sheet;thermally curing the silicone precursor composition on the substrate sheet; andremoving the coated apertured support layer to leave a pattern of cured silicone composition on the substrate sheet.16. The method according to claim 15 , wherein the pattern of silicone precursor composition is formed by a pattern of lands and holes in the apertured support layer.17. The method according to claim 15 , wherein the apertured support layer is a perforated sheet containing an array of perforations claim 15 , the perforations having an area of at least about 4 mm.18. The method according to claim 15 , wherein the silicone precursor composition is substantially solvent-free.19. The method according to claim 15 , wherein the silicone precursor composition is applied to cover from about 10% to about 50% of a surface area of the substrate sheet.20. The method according to claim 16 , wherein the pattern of lands and holes comprises lands having a minimum dimension of about 2 mm.21. The method according to claim 15 , wherein the substrate sheet is a continuous semipermeable ...

CONSUMER SCRUBBING ARTICLES WITH CERAMIC MICROPARTICLES AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

A scrubbing article including a substrate and a texture layer . The texture layer is formed on to a surface of the substrate and includes a multiplicity of microparticles. In some embodiments, the multiplicity of microparticles comprises plastic microbubbles and/or ceramic microspheres that are substantially spherical. In related embodiments, at least some of the ceramic microspheres are solid, and in other embodiments at least some of the ceramic microspheres are glass microbubbles. The substrate can assume various forms, such as nonwoven, fabric (e.g., woven or knitted), foam, film and sponge material or combinations thereof. 1. A scrubbing article comprising:a substrate; anda texture layer formed on at least one surface of the substrate, the texture layer including a multiplicity of ceramic microparticles.2. The scrubbing article of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the ceramic microparticles are solid microspheres.3. The scrubbing article of claim 1 , wherein at least some of the ceramic microparticles are hollow microspheres.4. The scrubbing article of claim 3 , wherein at least some of the hollow microspheres are glass microbubbles.5. The scrubbing article of claim 1 , wherein the multiplicity of microparticles are substantially spherical.6. The scrubbing article of claim 5 , wherein at least 95% of the microparticles of the multiplicity of ceramic microparticles have an outer shape that is within 5% of a truly spherical shape.7. The scrubbing article of claim 1 , wherein the substrate includes a material selected from the group consisting of a nonwoven web claim 1 , a woven web claim 1 , a knitted web claim 1 , foam claim 1 , cellulose sponge claim 1 , and a film.8. The scrubbing article of claim 1 , wherein the texture layer further includes a binder resin.9. The scrubbing article of claim 8 , wherein the binder resin includes a latex.10. The scrubbing article of claim 8 , wherein the binder resin is configured to harden without crosslinking.11. The ...

STENT WITH PREFERENTIAL COATING

This invention relates to stents, a type of implantable medical device, with an antiproliferative coating and a prohealing luminal coating and methods of fabricating stents with an antiproliferative coating and a prohealing luminal coating. 1. (canceled)2. A method for coating a stent body , the method comprising:forming a prohealing coating above at least a portion of a luminal surface and above at least a portion of an abluminal surface of a stent body with a coating comprising a prohealing agent that promotes cell growth while the stent body is in an open configuration;crimping the stent body to a crimped state after forming the prohealing coating; andforming an antiproliferative coating selectively above an abluminal surface of the stent body by applying a coating material comprising an antiproliferative active agent on the abluminal surface of the stent body, wherein the crimping allows selective application of the coating material to the abluminal surface, the antiproliferative coating comprising an antiproliferative active agent.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the prohealing agent comprises an endothelial cell (EDC) binding agent.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the EDC binding agent is selected from the group consisting of collagen type 1 claim 3 , a 23 peptide fragment known as single chain Fv fragment (scFv A5) claim 3 , a junction membrane protein vascular endothelial (VE)-cadherin claim 3 , and combinations thereof.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein struts of the stent body in the crimped state are close together which reduces or prevents exposure of sidewalls of the struts to the coating material.6. A method for coating a stent body claim 2 , the method comprising:forming a prohealing coating above at least a portion of a luminal surface and above at least a portion of an abluminal surface of a stent body with a coating comprising a prohealing agent that promotes cell growth while the stent body is in an open configuration;masking the luminal ...

SCRATCH RESISTANT TOUCH SENSOR

A method of manufacturing a scratch resistant, touch sensor comprising: (1) applying a non-polymer protective coating solution to a touch sensor; and (2) forming a cross-linked polymer structure by curing the protective coating solution. 1. A scratch resistant , touch sensor , comprising:a transparent, dielectric substrate;a first conductive layer formed on a first side of the substrate, the first conductive layer comprising a first grid of copper lines;a second conductive layer formed on a second side of the substrate, the second conductive layer comprising a second grid of copper lines, wherein the first and second grid are configured to enable detection of capacitance change between the first and second grids;a first tail comprising electrical leads and electrical connector disposed on the first side of the substrate and electrically connected to the first grid;a second tail comprising electrical leads and electrical connector disposed on the second side of the substrate and electrically connected to the second grid; and,a scratch resistant, protective coating applied to the first and second conductive layers.2. The scratch resistant claim 1 , touch sensor of claim 1 , further comprising:an optically transparent adhesive provided over the first grid; and,an insulating cover provided over the optically transparent adhesive.3. The scratch resistant claim 1 , touch sensor of claim 1 , wherein said coating comprises a cross-linked polymer structure4. The scratch resistant claim 3 , touch sensor of claim 3 , wherein the cross-link density of the scratch resistant claim 3 , protective coating is at least 50%.5. The scratch resistant claim 3 , touch sensor of claim 3 , wherein the cross-link density is from 60% to 70%.6. The scratch resistant claim 1 , touch sensor of claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the scratch resistant coating is 5 to 50 microns.7. The scratch resistant claim 1 , touch sensor of claim 1 , wherein the scratch resistant coating has a hardness of 2H ...

PANEL FOR HOME APPLIANCE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A panel for a home appliance and a manufacturing method thereof are provided, in which manufacturing time is reduced and chemical resistance is improved in such a way that a urethane coated layer is formed by using solvent-type urethane paint on a surface of an injection-molded part defining a portion of an appearance of a home appliance; and a printed layer is formed on the urethane coated layer by printing letters and symbols using a UV printing ink which may be cured through a cationic curing method. 1. A panel for a home appliance which defines an appearance of the home appliance , the panel comprising:an injection-molded part which is formed through an injection-molding by using a plastic material so as to define a shape of the panel;a urethane coated layer which is formed on a surface of the injection-molded part and is formed by using a solvent-type urethane paint so as to define an exterior of the panel for a home appliance; anda printed layer which is formed on a surface of the urethane coated layer, and is formed by being printed by using a UV printing ink which includes a monomer, an oligomer, a photoinitiator, and a pigment and is cured through a cationic curing method.2. The panel according to claim 1 , wherein the printed layer comprises letters and symbols for assisting in controlling and checking operation states of the home appliance.3. The panel according to claim 1 , wherein the solvent-type urethane paint comprises any one of melamine claim 1 , alkyd claim 1 , and acryl.4. The panel according to claim 1 , wherein the UV ink further comprises a curing accelerator claim 1 , an anti-forming agent claim 1 , a dispersing agent claim 1 , and silica.5. The panel according to claim 1 , wherein the UV printing ink has a pigment content which is determined in a range such that a color of the urethane coated layer is hidden claim 1 , and ultraviolet light irradiated for curing transmits the UV printing ink.6. The panel according to claim 5 , wherein the UV ...

RAPID CAULK TAPE SYSTEM AND METHOD

The device is a tape having a pair of parallel perforated lines running lengthwise along the center of the tape having a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating on a bottom surface of said tape whereby the tape is comprised of three sections: a first adhesive section, a non-adhesive section and a second adhesive section, with the non-adhesive section defined by the perforated lines. 1. A rapid caulk tape system comprising:a tape provided in rolls,said tape being only a single layer having a pair of parallel perforated lines running lengthwise along the center of the tape and a crease formed along a center of the tape between said perforated lines to facilitate positioning of the tape in a wall corner;a removable central section defined by said parallel perforated lines;andsaid tape having a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating on a bottom surface of said tape, the pressure-sensitive adhesive coating located between said perforated line and an exterior perimeter of said tape such that said tape is thereby comprised of three sections: a first adhesive section, a non-adhesive section and a second adhesive section, with said removable non-adhesive center section defined by the perforated lines.2. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein said tape has a release coating on a top surface such that the pressure-sensitive adhesive on the bottom surface will releasably engage the release coating for manual separation of the tape when rolled upon itself.3. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein a crease is formed along a center of the tape between said perforated lines to facilitate positioning of the tape in a wall corner.4. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 3 , wherein said tape further includes evenly spaced slits along at least one exterior edge claim 3 , the slits running perpendicular to said crease claim 3 , to facilitate positioning of the tape along a curved surface.5. The rapid caulk tape system of claim 1 , wherein self-release properties of the ...

SWITCHABLE OBJECTS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

A simplified switchable object and methods of making same are provided. The methods may include steps of applying a switchable material on a first surface of a first substrate, the switchable material having a thickness and a shape; applying a barrier material on the first substrate, circumferential to the switchable material; and applying a second substrate over top of, and in contact with, the switchable material and the barrier material, the first substrate, second substrate and barrier material defining a closed chamber encapsulating the switchable material. The methods may further include a step of applying a seal material. 1. A method of making a switchable object comprising:a step of applying a barrier material defining an area on a first surface of a first substrate;a step of applying a switchable material within the area on the first surface; anda step of applying a second substrate over top of, and in contact with, the switchable material and the barrier material.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of applying the barrier material precedes the step of applying the switchable material.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of applying the switchable material precedes the step of applying the barrier material.41. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first substrate claim 1 , the second substrate claim 1 , or the first and the second substrates claim 1 , comprise a transparent conductive layer; in contact with the switchable material.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first substrate claim 1 , the second substrate claim 1 , or the first and the second substrates claim 1 , comprise a patterned transparent conductive layer claim 1 , the patterned transparent conductive layer comprising at least two electrodes claim 1 , and wherein the transparent conductive layer is selected from the group consisting of: gold claim 1 , indium tin oxide claim 1 , metal oxide claim 1 , fluorine tin oxide claim 1 , silver claim 1 , carbon claim 1 , graphene claim 1 ...

ROLL-TO-ROLL MANUFACTURING PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING SELF-HEALING ELECTROACTIVE POLYMER DEVICES

A process for producing a corrugated electrode for use in an electroactive polymer cartridge is disclosed. A laminated web comprising a support sheet laminated to a dielectric elastomer film is positioned. The support sheet defines areas exposing portions of the dielectric elastomer film. A force is applied to the positioned laminated web to stretch the laminated support sheet-dielectric elastomer film web in a direction that is orthogonal to a plane defined by the web. An electrically conductive material is applied to the laminated support sheet-dielectric elastomer film web while the laminated support sheet-dielectric elastomer film web is in a stretched state. The laminated support sheet-dielectric elastomer film web is relaxed to form the corrugated electrode on the dielectric elastomer film portion of the web. 1. A process for producing an electroactive polymer cartridge with a corrugated surface , the process comprising:positioning a web comprising a support material attached to a dielectric elastomer film, the support material defining areas exposing portions of the dielectric elastomer film;applying a force to stretch the positioned web in a direction that is orthogonal to a plane defined by the web;applying a second material to the web while the web is in a stretched state; andrelaxing the web to form a corrugated layer on the dielectric elastomer film portion of the web.2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the second material is electrically conductive.3. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the second material is electrically non-conductive.4. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the support material is a support sheet laminated to the dielectric elastomer film.5. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the support material is printed.6. The process according to claim 1 , further comprising defining elements of the electroactive polymer cartridge in the support material.7. The process according to claim 1 , further comprising ...

BENT SUBSTRATE PROVIDED WITH PRINT LAYER, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME

A method for manufacturing a bent substrate, having a masking step of forming a masking member (M) on a bent substrate () and forming a predetermined pattern, and a printing step of forming a print layer (P) on a surface to be printed of the bent substrate () including the masking member (M). It is thereby possible to perform printing on a bent substrate having a curved surface part in a productive manner and at a high printing accuracy. 1. A method for manufacturing a bent substrate provided with a print layer , comprising:a masking step of forming a masking material on a bent substrate to form a predetermined pattern; anda printing step of forming a print layer on a surface to be printed of the bent substrate provided with the masking material.2. The method for manufacturing a bent substrate provided with a print layer according to claim 1 , further comprising a mask-cleaning step of cleaning an end face of the masking material after the masking step.3. The method for manufacturing a bent substrate provided with a print layer according to claim 1 , further comprising a heating step of heating a printing material printed on the bent substrate.4. The method for manufacturing a bent substrate provided with a print layer according to claim 1 , further comprising a step of irradiating a printing material printed on the bent substrate with UV.5. The method for manufacturing a bent substrate provided with a print layer according to claim 1 , wherein in the masking step claim 1 , a printing material different from a printing material used in the printing step is printed as the masking material.6. The method for manufacturing a bent substrate provided with a print layer according to claim 1 , wherein in the printing step claim 1 , a printing material is ejected from a nozzle to be applied to the bent substrate.7. The method for manufacturing a bent substrate provided with a print layer according to claim 1 , wherein the printing step is carried by a spraying method ...

PROCESS FOR MAKING MATERIALS WITH MICRO- OR NANOSTRUCTURED CONDUCTIVE LAYERS

Disclosed are methods for making conductive materials. The methods can be used to make transparent, opaque, or reflective electrodes by using the same materials and equipment but varying the processing conditions or amounts of materials used. The methods can include: (a) providing a substrate comprising a first surface and an opposite second surface, wherein micro- or nanostructures are disposed on at least a portion of the first surface, and wherein the first surface is not pre-conditioned to increase attachment between the micro- or nanostructures and the substrate; (b) applying heat to heat the substrate surface to a temperature that is greater than the glass transition temperature or the Vicat softening temperature of the substrate and less than the melting point of the substrate; (c) applying pressure such that the substrate and the micro- or nanostructures are pressed together; and (d) removing the pressure to obtain the conductive material. 1. A method for making a transparent , opaque , or reflective electrode , the method comprising:(a) providing a substrate comprising a first surface and an opposite second surface, wherein micro- or nanostructures are disposed on at least a portion of the first surface, and wherein the first surface is not pre-conditioned to increase attachment between the micro- or nanostructures and the substrate;(b) applying heat to either the first surface or the second surface of the substrate, or both, with at least a first heating source or with at least a first and second heating source such that the micro- or nanostructures or the first surface of the substrate are heated to a temperature that is greater than the glass transition temperature or the Vicat softening temperature of the substrate and less than the melting point of the substrate;(c) applying a sufficient amount of pressure to either the first surface or the second surface of the substrate, or both, with at least a first pressure source or with a first and second ...

DEPOSITION MASK, METHOD FOR PRODUCING DEPOSITION MASK AND TOUCH PANEL

The present invention comprises a sheet-like shielding member having openings in correspondence to a thin film pattern formed on a film-deposited substrate and a mesh having a plurality of lattice points within the openings and supported on side wall portions of the openings of the shielding member so as to provide a clearance between the mesh and one surface of the shielding member 1. A deposition mask comprising:a sheet-like shielding member having openings in correspondence to a thin film pattern formed on a film-deposited substrate; anda mesh having a plurality of lattice points within the openings, and supported on side wall portions of the openings of the shielding member, so as to provide a clearance between the mesh and one surface of the shielding member.2. The deposition mask according to claim 1 , wherein at least the shielding member is a magnetic metal member.3. The deposition mask according to claim 1 , wherein the mesh is formed of a resin.4. The deposition mask according to claim 1 , wherein a resin layer is formed on one surface of the shielding member.5. A method for producing a deposition mask claim 1 , the method comprising:plating a magnetic metal material on a metal base material to form a sheet-like shielding member having openings in correspondence to a thin film pattern formed on a film-deposited substrate,applying a liquid resin onto the shielding member and within the openings to form a film layer thinner in thickness than the shielding member; andirradiating the film layer with laser light from a contact surface side with the metal base material to form a mesh having a plurality of lattice points at least at film layer portions corresponding to the openings, after the shielding member and the film layer are peeled off integrally from the metal base material.6. A method for producing a touch panel by depositing a film using a deposition mask according to to form a transparent electrode on a transparent substrate claim 1 , the method ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A DECORATIVE PART OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

The invention relates to a method for producing a motor vehicle part () made of a plastic material, said method comprising a step of spraying a product, and the part comprising an area to be protected during the spraying. The method comprises the following steps: applying a fluid material forming a temporary masking layer on the area to be protected, said step being carried out automatically; spraying the product onto the part (); and removing the temporary masking layer. 117-. (canceled)18. A method for producing a motor vehicle part made of plastic , the method comprising a step of spraying product and the part having an area to be protected during spraying , the method comprising:applying a fluid material forming a temporary masking layer on the area to be protected, this step being carried out automatically and the temporary masking layer comprising a hot melt glue or a peelable varnish;spraying the product onto the part; andremoving the temporary masking layer.19. The method according to claim 18 , the temporary masking layer comprising a hot melt glue claim 18 , method during which the part is hooked to a hooking jig during the step of spraying product and the temporary masking layer is pressed against the jig to be held by bonding on the jig.20. The method according to claim 18 , the temporary masking layer comprising a hot melt glue claim 18 , method in which the temporary masking layer is applied at a temperature greater than 110° C. claim 18 , preferably between 140° C. and 220° C. claim 18 , and the temporary masking layer is removed at a temperature less than 90° C. claim 18 , preferably between 10° C. and 40° C.21. The method according to claim 18 , in which the step of removing the temporary masking layer is followed by a step of reusing the material which formed this temporary masking layer.22. The method according to claim 18 , the temporary masking layer comprising a hot melt glue having a melting point Tc that is relatively low compared with a ...

COMPOSITE METAL OXIDE MATERIALS INCLUDING POLYCRYSTALLINE NANOFIBERS, MICROPARTICLES, AND NANOPARTICLES, GAS SENSORS USING THE SAME AS A SENSING MATERIAL THEREOF, AND MANUFACTURING METHODS THEREOF

Provided are a composite metal oxide material, a method of manufacturing the same, and a gas sensor using the same as a sensing material thereof. The composite metal oxide material may include polycrystalline nanofibers and at least one of microparticles and nanoparticles. The use of the composite metal oxide material makes it possible to improve structural, mechanical, thermal, and lifetime stabilities of the gas sensor. Further, the presence of the microparticles and/or nanoparticles allows the gas sensor to have a base resistance lower than that of a nanofiber-based gas sensor. Since the microparticles and/or nanoparticles are attached to the nanofibers, the composite metal oxide material can have an increased mobility of electrons or holes and an increased surface area, and thus, the gas sensor can have fast response/recovery speeds and high gas sensitivity. 1. A composite sensing material comprising:a composite containing polycrystalline nanofibers formed of a metal oxide and at least one of microparticles and nanoparticles formed of a same metal oxide,wherein the polycrystalline nanofibers, the microparticles, and the nanoparticles have weight percentages X, Y, and Z, respectively, whose sum is 100 wt %, andthe composite has:a composition ratio of X:Y:Z for the composite containing the polycrystalline nanofibers, the microparticles, and the nanoparticles, where the value X is greater than or equal to 20 wt % and is smaller than or equal to 95 wt %, the value Y is greater than 0 wt % and is smaller than or equal to 80 wt %, and the value Z is greater than 0 wt % and is smaller than or equal to 30 wt %,a composition ratio of X:Y, for the composite containing the polycrystalline nanofibers and the microparticles, or of X:Z, for the composite containing the polycrystalline nanofibers and the nanoparticles, where the value X is greater than or equal to 10 wt % and is smaller than or equal to 90 wt %, the value Y or Z is greater than or equal to 10 wt % and is ...

METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING PANELS AND PANEL OBTAINED THEREBY

A method may be provided for manufacturing coated panels of the type including at least a substrate and a top layer with a motif. The top layer may be provided on the substrate. The method may involve providing a synthetic material layer on the substrate. A relief may be provided on the surface of said synthetic material layer provided on the substrate. The relief may include a pattern of recesses. The pattern may be at least partially determined by at least one print that is applied by inkjet printing. The relief may be obtained by printing a mask directly on the synthetic material layer. After providing the mask, the synthetic material layer may be cured. The mask may provide for selective curing of the synthetic material layer, such that the synthetic material layer is not solidified or solidified at a lesser extent in correspondence of the mask. The not solidified or less solidified portions of the synthetic material layer may be removed by performing a material-removing treatment on the synthetic material layer thereby obtaining the relief. The material-removing treatment may involve removing the mask. 1. A method for manufacturing coated panels of the type including at least a substrate and a top layer with a motif , the top layer being provided on the substrate , the method comprising:providing a synthetic material layer on the substrate; andproviding a relief on the surface of said synthetic material layer provided on the substrate;wherein the relief includes a pattern of recesses;wherein the pattern is at least partially determined by at least one print;wherein the print is applied by inkjet printing;wherein the relief is obtained by printing a mask directly on the synthetic material layer;wherein after providing the mask, curing the synthetic material layer;wherein the mask provides for selective curing of the synthetic material layer, such that the synthetic material layer is not solidified or solidified at a lesser extent in correspondence of the mask; ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A METALLISED SUBSTRATE CONSISTING OF ALUMINIUM

The invention relates to a method for producing a metalized substrate which consists at least partially, and preferably entirely, of aluminium and/or an aluminium alloy. A conductive paste is applied to at least some sections of a surface of said substrate; in a first firing phase, the conductive paste is exposed to a substantially continuously increasing firing temperature which is increased to a predefinable maximum firing temperature of less than approximately 660° C.; in a second firing phase, the conductive paste is substantially exposed to said predefinable maximum firing temperature for a predefinable time period; in a cooling phase, the conductive paste is cooled down; and in a post-treatment phase, a surface of the conductive paste is mechanically post-treated, preferably brushed. 1. A method of producing a metalized substrate , wherein the substrate at least partially and preferably entirely comprises aluminum and/or an aluminum alloy , wherein a conductor paste is applied at least region-wise to a surface of the substrate , in a first firing phase the conductor paste is exposed to a substantially continuously increasing firing temperature , wherein the firing temperature is increased to a predeterminable maximum firing temperature of less than about 660° C. , in a second firing phase the conductor paste is exposed substantially to the predeterminable maximum firing temperature for a predeterminable period of time , in a cooling phase the conductor paste is cooled down and in a post-treatment phase a surface of the conductor paste is mechanically post-treated , preferably brushed.2. A method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the conductor paste is applied to the surface of the substrate by a screen printing process.3. A method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein a conductor paste including a copper powder is used.4. A method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein a conductor paste including a glass from the PbO—BO—SiOsystem and/or a glass including BiOis used.5. ...

INK COMPOSITION FOR A NON-STICK COATING AND A COATED SUBSTRATE COMPRISING THE DECORATIVE PATTERN THEREFROM

Disclosed are ink compositions for printing patterns on substrates having non-stick fluororesin coatings. The ink compositions are particularly useful for printing decorative patterns or markings on cookware or bakeware to provide aesthetic and/or functional effects. Also disclosed are coated substrates which comprise non-stick coatings having patterns. Further disclosed are methods of manufacturing the coated substrates comprising non-stick coatings having patterns. 1. An ink composition for forming a pattern on a non-stick coating , said ink composition comprising:(a) 25-65 weight % of a fluoropolymer selected from PTFE, PFA, FEP, and mixtures thereof;(b) 0-25 weight % of a colorant selected from organic pigments, inorganic pigments, and mixtures thereof;(c) 1-15 weight % of amorphous silica particles;(d) 1-15 weight % of a nonionic surfactant, wherein the nonionic surfactant comprises at least one aliphatic alcohol ethoxylate, or a mixture thereof; and(e) 10-50 weight % of a liquid carrier selected from water, water-miscible solvents and mixtures thereof;wherein the weight % is based on the total weight of the ink composition; andprovided that the ink composition is essentially free of polyamideimide.2. The ink composition of comprising non-volatile components including:(a) 30-90 weight % of the fluoropolymer selected from PTFE, PFA, FEP, and mixtures thereof;(b) 0-50 weight % of the colorant selected from organic pigments, inorganic pigments, and mixtures thereof; and(c) 2-25 weight % of amorphous silica particles;wherein the weight % is based on the total weight of the non-volatile components.3. (canceled)4. The ink composition of having a viscosity of 2 claim 1 ,000-40 claim 1 ,000 mPa·s.5. (canceled)6. The ink composition of claim 1 , wherein the amorphous silica particles (c) have a BET surface area ranging from 100 to 450 m/g.78-. (canceled)9. A coated substrate comprising a non-stick coating having a pattern claim 1 , wherein the non-stick coating ...

PRINTING A DUPLEX MICROWAVE INTERACTIVE SUSCEPTOR STRUCTURE ON CELLULOSE-BASED SUBSTRATES FOR SUSTAINABLE MICROWAVE PACKAGING

The present invention relates to a microwave interactive susceptor structure for the microwave heating of food products. In one aspect, the invention relates to a duplex design for the microwave interactive structure on cellulose-based substrates. In another aspect, the invention relates to a method of patterning the duplex microwave interactive structure on the substrates using a printing press with or without an alignment function. 1. A microwave interactive susceptor duplex structure comprising: [ first microwave interactive areas interspersed by first', 'non-microwave interactive areas, and, 'a first functional susceptor pattern on the first surface comprising, 'second microwave interactive areas interspersed by second non-microwave interactive areas.', 'a second functional susceptor pattern on the second surface comprising], 'a first surface and a second surface opposite each other,'}, 'a cellulose-based substrate layer including,'}2. The duplex structure of claim 1 , wherein the first functional susceptor pattern and the second functional susceptor pattern are staggered such that the first microwave interactive areas on the first surface are substantially opposite the second non-microwave interactive areas on the second surface.3. The duplex structure of claim 1 , wherein the first microwave interactive areas and the second microwave interactive areas are a substantially similar pattern.4. The duplex structure of claim 1 , wherein the first microwave interactive areas and the second microwave interactive areas are both a microwave interactive ink layer.5. The duplex surface of claim 4 , wherein the microwave interactive ink layer of the first microwave interactive areas and the second microwave interactive areas are the same.6. A multilayer microwave susceptor composite for enclosing a foodstuff to be heated claim 4 , the composite comprising: a first surface and a second surface opposite each other;', first microwave interactive areas interspersed by first ...

MASKING STRIP FOR USE IN PAINTING VEHICLES

A masking strip for use in painting automobile doors includes an elongated flexible body configured to cover a gasket of a door assembly, and an elongated spine extending perpendicularly from the elongated flexible body. The elongated spine is configured for receipt in a narrow opening defined between the door assembly and a front fender. 1. A masking strip for use in painting automobile doors , comprising:an elongated flexible body configured to cover a gasket of a door assembly; andan elongated spine extending perpendicularly from the elongated flexible body, wherein the elongated spine is configured for receipt in a narrow opening defined between the door assembly and a front fender to inhibit paint from entering the narrow opening.2. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated spine extends from a central location of the elongated flexible body.3. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated spine is fabricated from a flexible material.4. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated flexible body and the elongated spine are monolithically formed.5. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated body is flat and generally rectangular and has a pair of wings extending outwardly from opposite lateral sides of the elongated spine.6. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated spine has a longitudinally-extending edge having a lip configured for grasping.7. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated spine has a pair of planar opposite lateral side surfaces devoid of protuberances.8. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated spine extends along a central longitudinal axis of the elongated flexible body.9. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the masking strip is devoid of adhesive.10. The masking strip according to claim 1 , wherein the elongated flexible body is configured to frictionally engage the gasket to maintain the ...

Method of manufacturing semiconductor device and film forming apparatus

A method of manufacturing a semiconductor includes adjusting a temperature of a substrate having a recess formed therein and accommodated in a container to a temperature within a range of 200 degrees C. or higher and 280 degrees or lower, and laminating a polyurea film in the recess in the substrate by supplying isocyanate gas and amine gas into the container.

A RADIANT HEATER AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

The present teachings relate to a method for producing a radiant heater comprising applying two electrodes to a substrate, and printing a desired area of the substrate with an electrically conducive paint to create a heating zone, wherein the desired area at least partially overlays the electrodes. 1. A method for producing a radiant heater comprising:applying two electrodes to a substrate; andprinting a desired area of the substrate with an electrically conductive paint to create a heating zone;wherein the desired area at least partially overlays the electrodes.2. The method of further comprising repeating the printing of the desired area with the electrically conductive paint such that a plurality of layers of the paint are applied to create the heating zone.3. The method of further comprising applying a strip of conductive coating overlaying each electrode after printing of the desired area.4. The method of wherein each strip of conductive coating is wider than the electrode which it overlays.5. The method of wherein each strip of conductive coating is shorter than the electrode which it overlays.6. The method of wherein the strip of conductive coating is applied using screen printing.7. The method of further comprising applying an electrode cover overlaying each of the electrodes prior to printing the desired area.8. The method of wherein the electrode cover is a strip of conductive paint.9. The method of wherein the electrode is a self adhesive conductive tape.10. The method of wherein printing the desired area comprises using a screen printer to print the electrically conductive paint.11. The method of further comprising applying a primer to the substrate before applying the electrode.12. The method of further comprising applying a sealer after printing of the desired area.13. The method of wherein the substrate is gypsum plasterboard.14. A radiant heater comprising:a substrate;two electrodes applied to the substrate;a heating zone formed by an electrically ...

Measurement sensor

The invention concerns a measurement sensor 1, comprising:—a cavity 1 a in which there are arranged at least one sensitive component 2 and at least one measuring component 3, the cavity 1 a receiving a coating material 4, in particular a resin, covering the sensitive component 2 and leaving the measuring component 3 at least partially uncovered,—a depositing basin for depositing 1 b the coating material 4, communicating with the cavity 1 a such that, after the material 4 has been deposited in the basin b, the coating material 4 is allowed to flow into the cavity 1 a, the depositing 1 b basin having a volume chosen so as to enable it to receive all the coating material 4 when the material 4 is deposited, the basin b being at least partially emptied after the coating material 4 has flowed into the cavity 1 a.

Coated Nanofiller/Polymer Composite Sensor Network for Guided-Wave-Based Structural Health Monitoring

A method for forming a structural-strain sensor network on a structure is provided. The sensor network has plural nanocomposite sensing elements having high sensitivity, and can be quickly fabricated. The method comprises attaching a molding layer having openings onto the surface, and filling the openings with a coating material made of nanocomposite hybrid material. After immobilizing the coating material in the openings, the sensing elements are formed and the molding layer is removed. Electrical wires are formed on the surface such that two opposite electrodes are formed on each sensing element. The resistance between the two electrodes indicates a strain experienced. The sensor network finds applications in identifying a damaged location or an impact location on the structure for structural health monitoring. Voltage waveforms measured at the sensing elements are analyzed to estimate the damaged location or the impact location according to a guided-wave propagation model. 1. A method for forming a structural-strain sensor network on a surface of a structure , the sensor network comprising plural nanocomposite sensing elements dimensioned and located according to a pre-determined floor plan , all the sensing elements having a pre-determined thickness , the method comprising:obtaining a coating material used for forming the sensing elements, the coating material being a nanocomposite hybrid material under a semi-liquid state, wherein the nanocomposite hybrid material is a composite comprising nanofillers and a thermoplastic polymer;attaching a molding layer onto the surface, wherein the molding layer comprises plural openings dimensioned and located according to the floor plan, and the molding layer has a thickness substantially similar to the pre-determined thickness of all the sensing elements;after the molding layer is attached to the surface, filling the openings with the coating material;immobilizing the coating material that resides in the openings to form ...

Curable liquids and inks for toys and food packaging applications

A free radical curable liquid for inkjet printing of food packaging materials includes no initiator or otherwise one or more initiators selected from the group consisting of non-polymeric di- or multifunctional initiators, oligomeric initiators, polymeric initiators, and polymerizable initiators; wherein the polymerizable composition of the liquid consists of: a) 25-100 wt % of one or more polymerizable compounds A having at least one acrylate group G1 and at least one second ethylenically unsaturated polymerizable functional group G2 different from the group G1; b) 0-55 wt % of one or more polymerizable compounds B selected from the group consisting of monofunctional acrylates and difunctional acrylates; and c) 0-55 wt % of one or more polymerizable compounds C selected from the group consisting of trifunctional acrylates, tetrafunctional acrylates, pentafunctional acrylates and hexafunctional acrylates.

Nanostructured Bactericidal Polymer Foil

Nanostructured thin films and methods of their manufacture are disclosed. An example method of manufacturing includes forming a colloidal crystal mask on a template substrate so as to partially mask the template substrate. The method additionally includes etching the exposed potions of the template substrate to form a plurality of holes within the template substrate corresponding to the plurality of holes in the first thin film. The method yet further includes depositing a second thin film on the etched template substrate to form a nanostructured thin film. The nanostructured thin film includes a nanopillar array disposed along a first surface of a flexible substrate. The flexible substrate and the nanopillar array comprise a polymer material. 1. A nanostructured thin film , comprising:a nanopillar array disposed along a first surface of a flexible substrate, wherein the nanopillar array comprises a plurality of nanopillars, wherein the plurality of nanopillars are disposed according to a pitch in the range of 100-500 nm, wherein each nanopillar of the plurality of nanopillars comprises a diameter in the range of 50-250 nm and a height in the range of 200-1000 nm.2. The nanostructured thin film of claim 1 , wherein the nanopillar array is configured to provide a non-toxic bacteria-killing surface.3. The nanostructured thin film of claim 1 , wherein the flexible substrate and the plurality of nanopillars comprise a polymer material.4. The nanostructured thin film of claim 3 , wherein the polymer material comprises at least one of: polyimide claim 3 , polymethylmethacrylate claim 3 , polydimethylsiloxane claim 3 , polyethylene claim 3 , polypropylene claim 3 , polybutadiene claim 3 , polyisoprene claim 3 , polychloroprene claim 3 , polystyrene claim 3 , polyvinyl chloride claim 3 , vinyl acetate claim 3 , polyurethane claim 3 , silicone claim 3 , or polytetrafluoroethylene.5. The nanostructured thin film of claim 1 , wherein the pitch is about 200 nm.6. The ...

METHODS OF PROVIDING PATTERNED EPITAXY TEMPLATES FOR SELF-ASSEMBLABLE BLOCK COPOLYMERS FOR USE IN DEVICE LITHOGRAPHY

A method is disclosed to form a patterned epitaxy template, on a substrate, to direct self-assembly of block copolymer for device lithography. A resist layer on a substrate is selectively exposed with actinic (e.g. UV or DUV) radiation by photolithography to provide exposed portions in a regular lattice pattern of touching or overlapping shapes arranged to leave unexposed resist portions between the shapes. Exposed or unexposed resist is removed with remaining resist portions providing the basis for a patterned epitaxy template for the orientation of the self-assemblable block copolymer as a hexagonal or square array. The method allows for simple, direct UV lithography to form patterned epitaxy templates with sub-resolution features. 1. A method of forming a patterned epitaxy template on a substrate , for orientation of a self-assemblable block copolymer , the method comprising:selectively exposing a resist layer on a substrate with actinic radiation by a photolithographic method to provide exposed resist portions in a regular lattice pattern of touching or overlapping shapes arranged to leave unexposed resist portions therebetween, andremoving the exposed resist portions or the unexposed resist portions to leave the remaining resist portions on the substrate, separated by portions of bared substrate,wherein the remaining resist portions provide a basis for the patterned epitaxy template.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the regular lattice pattern is a hexagonal pattern.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the regular lattice pattern is a square pattern.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the photolithographic method has a resolution capable of exposing a shape having a minimum width claim 1 , and the unexposed portions have a maximum width less than the minimum width.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the remaining resist portions are the unexposed resist portions.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the patterned epitaxy template is a graphoepitaxy template formed ...

Method for processing housing of electronic device and housing made

A method for processing during manufacture a housing of electronic device is disclosed. The housing includes a metal middle frame and a glass cover and UB epoxy resin is infilled into a gap between the metal middle frame and the glass cover, the joint being seamlessly bonded. Any overflow of resin is easily removed.

ANTI-TAMPERING COMPOSITION AND METHODS OF USE THEREFORE

The instant disclosure relates to an anti-tampering composition for use with capsules and corks of a wine closure or other good or article, including a composition comprising a natural wax and an ink present in the natural wax, the composition being suitable for printing on various substrates and having high stability, and having at least 60 wt % natural wax based on the total weight of the composition. Also provided are methods of detecting exposure of an article or good to elevated temperatures, and methods of making an anti-tampering system for a good or article such as a beverage bottle capsule or cork. 1. A composition comprising: an ink which is present in the natural wax; and', 'optionally a silicate derivative,, 'a natural wax comprising'}said composition including at least 60 wt % natural wax and up to 40 wt % ink, based upon the weight of the composition.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the natural wax comprises at least 60 wt % non-glyceride long-chain carboxylic acid esters based upon the weight of the natural wax.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the natural wax comprises at least 60 wt % esters selected from aliphatic esters and/or diesters of cinnamic acid based upon the weight of the natural wax.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the natural wax and the ink are each present in an amount sufficient to obtain an irreversible change in visible appearance of the composition when exposed to a temperature of 80° C. or higher.5. The composition of claim 4 , wherein the ink forms an image and exposure of the composition to a temperature of 80° C. or higher changes the visible appearance of the image formed by the ink.6. The composition of claim 4 , wherein the ink forms an image and exposure of the composition to a temperature of 80° C. or higher changes the configuration of the composition such that at least a part of the image formed by the ink is broken down claim 4 , blemished claim 4 , or no longer visible.7. The ...

COATING ADHESION PROMOTORS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Coating adhesion promotors and methods of coating a substrate are provided. In an exemplary embodiment, a method of coating a substrate includes applying an adhesion promotor over a primer, where the primer overlies the substrate. The adhesion promotor includes water. A first colored coat is applied over the adhesion promotor, and the first colored coat is flash dried. Tape is applied in a pattern over the first colored coat prior to the first colored coat fully curing. A second colored coat is applied over the first colored coat and over the tape, and the tape is removed from the first colored coat prior to the first colored coat fully curing. 1. A method of coating a substrate comprising:applying an adhesion promotor overlying a primer, wherein the primer overlies the substrate, and wherein the adhesion promotor comprises water;applying a first colored coat overlying the adhesion promotor;flash drying the first colored coat, wherein the first colored coat flash dries prior to fully curing;applying tape overlying the first colored coat prior to the first colored coat fully curing, wherein the tape is applied in a pattern over part of the first colored coat;applying a second colored coat overlying the first colored coat and overlying the tape; andremoving the tape from the first colored coat prior to the first colored coat fully curing.2. The method of wherein applying the first colored coat comprises applying the first colored coat prior to the adhesion promotor fully curing.3. The method of wherein applying the first colored coat comprises applying the first colored coat prior to the adhesion promotor flash drying claim 1 , wherein the adhesion promotor flash dries when about 85% of the water originally present in the adhesion promotor has evaporated.4. The method of further comprising:incorporating an activator into the adhesion promotor before applying the adhesion promotor.5. The method of wherein applying the adhesion promotor comprises applying the adhesion ...

Method and apparatus for producing composite structure

The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for forming a composite structure, preferably for use in an absorbent structure used within the personal hygiene industry, such as for instance feminine hygiene garments, baby diapers and pants and adult incontinence garments. The present invention preferably provides a method and apparatus for depositing and positioning particulate materials in a desired pattern onto a moving carrier layer. The method allows accurate forming of a pattern of particulate material clusters at high production speed having improved attachment properties, with reduced raw material usage and relative low cost. The present invention foresees in the need for improved thin, flexible, lightweight absorbent structure having optimal absorption, distribution and retention.

METHOD FOR PROCESSING A CARRIER AND METHOD FOR TRANSFERRING A GRAPHENE LAYER

According to various embodiments, a method for processing a carrier may include: forming a layer structure over the carrier, the layer structure including a support layer and a two-dimensional layer over the support layer; wherein the layer structure has at least one opening that exposes a portion of the carrier; forming an auxiliary layer structure, wherein the auxiliary layer structure at least partially covers the layer structure and at least partially fills the at least one opening; and removing the support layer of the layer structure. 1. A method for processing a carrier , the method comprising:forming a layer structure over the carrier, the layer structure comprising a support layer and a two-dimensional layer over the support layer; wherein the layer structure has at least one opening that exposes a portion of the carrier;forming an auxiliary layer structure, wherein the auxiliary layer structure at least partially covers the layer structure and at least partially fills the at least one opening; andremoving the support layer of the layer structure.2. The method according to ;wherein the two-dimensional layer comprises at least one graphene sheet.3. The method according to ;wherein the support layer is at least one of an electrically conductive support layer or an electrically semi-conductive support layer.4. The method according to ;wherein the support layer has a thickness greater than 0.5 μm.5. The method according to ;wherein the carrier comprises dielectric material.6. The method according to ;wherein the carrier comprises at least one embedded electrode exposed at a surface of the carrier facing the two-dimensional layer.7. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:at least one of deforming or at least partially removing the auxiliary layer structure after removing the support layer.8. The method according to ;wherein the auxiliary layer structure comprises a polymer.9. The method according to ;wherein forming the auxiliary layer structure ...

ADHESIVE COMPOSITION AND MASKING ARTICLE FOR PRODUCING PRECISE PAINT LINES

An adhesive article for masking a portion of a substrate surface from a liquid coating applied to the surface includes a support having first and second opposed major surfaces, and a cationic or zwitterionic adhesive composition disposed on at least a portion of at least one of the first and second opposed major surfaces. The adhesive composition provides a barrier that impedes the migration of the coating past the edge of the adhesive article. 1. A method of making a masking article wherein the article is capable of substantially preventing one or more liquids or liquid-borne materials from contacting a masked surface , the method comprising i. about 0 parts by weight to 5 parts by weight of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, a carboxylate salt thereof, or a mixture of two or more thereof, wherein the amount of carboxylate salt is determined based on the weight of the corresponding free acid;', 'ii. about 50 parts by weight to 95 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of an acrylate or methacrylate ester of an alcohol having between 8 and 12 carbons;', 'iii. about 2 parts by weight to 45 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of an acrylate or methacrylate ester including an alkylammonium functionality;', 'iv. about 0 parts by weight to 30 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of vinyl acetate, isobutyl acrylate, or a mixture of two or more thereof; and', 'v. about 0 parts by weight to 2 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of a crosslinker;, 'a. forming a reaction mixture comprising one or more cationic surfactants and about 15 wt % to 60 wt % monomers in water, wherein the monomers consist essentially of'}b. polymerizing the monomers to form a polymerized mixture,c. coating the mixture onto a support, andd. drying the coated mixture.2. The method of wherein the one or more cationic surfactants includes at least one having quaternary ammonium functionality.3. The method of wherein the reaction ...

CELL-ON-CHIP STRETCHABLE PLATFORM FOR MAMMALIAN CELLS WITH INTEGRATED IMPEDANCE SPECTROSCPY TECHNIQUE

An impedance spectroscopy biosensor is provided that is fabricated on a stretchable substrate. The stretchable substrate is integrated with an impedance biosensor that undergoes cyclic strain without cracking. 1. A method for forming a stretchable impedance sensor for use in electric cell- substrate impedance spectroscopy (ECIS) , the method comprising steps of:disposing a layer of an uncured elastomer precursor between a pre-tensioned stretchable membrane in a tensioned state and a patterned conductive electrode on a rigid support such that the patterned conductive electrode is partially embedded within the uncured elastomer precursor along a bottom surface and side surfaces of the patterned conductive electrode, wherein the tensioned state stretched the pre-tensioned stretchable membrane by at least 4%;curing the layer of uncured elastomer precursor to produce a first layer of elastomeric material, the curing occurring while the pre-tensioned stretchable membrane is in the tensioned state;separating the rigid support from the patterned conductive electrode such that the patterned conductive electrode remains embedded within the first layer of elastomeric material;releasing the tensioned state on the pre-tensioned stretchable membrane to produce a released stretchable membrane.2. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the patterned conductive electrode has a thickness between 40 nm and 60 nm.3. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the layer of the uncured elastomer precursor has a thickness between 0.3 mm and 0.5 mm.4. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the tensioned state stretched the pre-tensioned stretchable membrane by at least 8%.5. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the tensioned state stretched the pre-tensioned stretchable membrane by at least 10%.6. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the patterned conductive electrode consists of gold.7. The method as recited in claim 1 , wherein the uncured elastomer precursor comprises ...

METHOD FOR DECORATING A MECHANICAL PART

A method for decorating the surface of a mechanical part including structuring, on the surface to be decorated, a masking layer having a thickness that is at least equal to the thickness of the decoration element to be produced; making, in the masking layer, at least one opening that coincides with the location on the surface to be decorated where the decoration element is to be produced, the opening having a contour that is identical to the contour of the decoration element and defining a volume with the mechanical part; filling the volume delimited by the masking layer and the surface to be decorated of with a filling material wherein the decoration elements are sought to be produced; and removing the masking layer. 1. A method for decorating at least one surface to be decorated of a mechanical part comprising the following steps of:taking the mechanical part to be decorated, on which at least one decoration element is sought to be produced according to a determined thickness and contour;depositing, on the surface to be decorated of the mechanical part, a masking layer having a thickness that is at least equal to the thickness of the decoration element to be produced;making, in the masking layer, at least one opening that coincides with the location on the surface to be decorated of the mechanical part where the decoration element is to be produced, the opening having a contour that is identical to the contour of the decoration element to be produced and defining a volume with the mechanical part to be decorated;filling the volume delimited by the masking layer and the surface to be decorated of the mechanical part by means of a filling material in which the decoration elements are sought to be produced; andremoving the masking layer.2. The decorating method according to claim 1 , wherein the filling material is a crystalline metal or an amorphous metal.3. The decorating method according to claim 2 , wherein the amorphous metal is an amorphous platinum alloy claim ...

LIQUID MASKING

A method of masking and pretreating a plastic part prior to being spray-painted including the steps of providing a plastic part having one or more adhesive bond lines (′). The plastic part is typically an exterior automotive component having a painted show surface. Examples of plastic parts include but are not limited to lift gates, running boards, door trim pieces, spoilers, tail gates, front fascias and rear fascias. The method can also be used in connection with metal parts or any other application where a surface of the part will be painted and other surfaces on the part need to be protected from direct paint spray or paint overspray. 1. A method of masking and pretreating a plastic part prior to being spray-painted comprising the steps of:providing a plastic part having one or more bond lines;providing a robotic arm having an applicator capable for applying a liquid mask on to the one or more bond lines;providing an ultraviolet light source connected to the robotic arm;providing a holder for securely holding the plastic part relative to the robotic arm;placing the plastic part onto the holder;moving the robotic arm toward the holder into position near the one or more bond lines and performing a first pass of the robotic arm by moving the robotic arm and applying the liquid mask from the applicator to the one or more bond lines while moving the robotic arm along a complete surface of the one or more bond lines and stopping flow of the liquid mask from the applicator once the one or more bond lines have been covered with liquid mask;curing the liquid mask by moving the ultraviolet light source to a predetermined distance from the liquid mask, activating the ultraviolet light source on the robotic arm and performing a second pass of the robotic arm by moving the ultraviolet light source along the complete surface of the one or more bond lines and turning off the ultraviolet light source upon completing the second pass created a cured mask; andmoving the robotic ...

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SPRAY PAINTING A WORKPIECE

A method and a device for spray painting a workpiece uses an application device. The workpiece has at least two components that are movable relative to each other which are at least arranged region by region or meshing with each other such that, dependent on the relative position of the components, at least a subregion of one of components is mounted shaded so that the subregion is inaccessible for spray painting by the application device. The method and the device for the spray painting of workpieces, allow a fast, complete and cost-effective painting of a workpiece. One of the components is moved during the spray painting by means of an actuator such that the subregion of the component is displaced so that the subregion is not shaded and is accessible for spray painting by the application device. 1. A method for spray painting a workpiece by means of an application device , the method comprising the steps of:providing the workpiece that has at least two components that are movable relative to each other, which are at least sectionally arranged or meshing with each other so that, dependent on the relative position of the components, at least a subregion of one of the components is mounted so as to be a shaded region which is blocked such that the subregion for spray painting is inaccessible by the application device; andmoving one of the components during spray painting by means of an actuator such that the subregion of the component is displaced such that the subregion is no longer a shaed region and is accessible for spray painting by the application device.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the components are rotatable relative to each other and at least one of the components is rotated by the actuator.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the provided workpiece is a motor vehicle axle claim 2 , which comprises:an axle body;at least one brake caliper; anda wheel suspension having a brake disk and a wheel mount having a plurality of wheel bolts ...

GRAPHENE SHEET COMBINING GRAPHITE FLAKE STRUCTURE AND ITS MANUFACTURING METHOD, AND SLURRY FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

A graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure includes a graphite nanoplatelet material and a graphene material. The graphene material is mixed in the graphite nanoplatelet material, and the content of the graphene material is between 1% and 80% of the graphite nanoplatelet material. A slurry for manufacturing the graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure and a manufacturing method for the graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure are also disclosed. 1. A graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure , comprising:a graphite nanoplatelet material; anda graphene material mixed in the graphite nanoplatelet material, wherein the content of the graphene material is between 1% and 80% of the graphite nanoplatelet material.2. The graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure of claim 1 , wherein the graphite nanoplatelet material comprises a plurality of graphite nanoplatelets claim 1 , a size of the graphite nanoplatelets is between 5 μm and 200 μm claim 1 , and a thickness of the graphite nanoplatelets is between 0.1 μm and 0.5 μm.3. The graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure of claim 1 , wherein the graphene material comprises a plurality of graphenes claim 1 , a size of the graphenes is between 1 μm and 50 μm claim 1 , and a thickness of the graphenes is between 0.002 μm and 0.02 μm.4. The graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure of claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure is between 2 μm and 100 μm.5. The graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure of claim 1 , wherein the graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure is flexible.6. A manufacturing method of a graphene sheet combining graphite flake structure claim 1 , comprising following steps of:adding a graphite nanoplatelet material into a solvent and stirring to form a well-mixed solution, wherein a weight percentage of the graphite nanoplatelet material is between 0.1% and 10%;adding a graphene material in ...

Mask assembly

A mask assembly includes a frame with an opening, at least one support stick in the frame and extending in a first direction to traverse the opening of the frame, the support stick including a communication pattern above the opening of the frame, and a mask positioned on the frame and the at least one support stick, the mask extending in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction to traverse the opening of the frame, and the mask being exposed to the opening of the frame through the communication pattern.

HAND-TEARABLE MASKING TAPE WITH LOW ADHESION BACKSIZE

A hand-tearable masking tape, comprising a plastic backing with a low adhesion backsize on the first major side of the backing and a pressure-sensitive adhesive on the second major side of the backing; wherein the second major side of the backing comprises a microstructured hand-tear pattern. 1. A hand-tearable masking tape , comprising: wherein a low adhesion backsize is disposed on the first major side of the backing and wherein a pressure-sensitive adhesive is disposed on the second major side of the backing;', 'wherein the second major side of the backing comprises a microstructured hand-tear pattern comprising a multiplicity of lines of weakness at least some of which comprise a long axis that is oriented at least generally transversely to the backing., 'a polyolefinic backing comprising a longitudinal axis and a transverse width and axis, and comprising a first major side and an oppositely-facing second major side,'}2. The tape of wherein at least some of the lines of weakness are continuous lines of weakness each comprising a continuous groove that extends across the entire transverse width of the second side of the backing.3. The tape of wherein at least some of the continuous lines of weakness comprise a long axis that is oriented within plus or minus 5 degrees of the transverse axis of the backing.4. The tape of wherein at least some of the lines of weakness are discontinuous lines of weakness claim 1 , each discontinuous line of weakness being collectively defined by a multiplicity of recesses in a second major surface of the second major side of the backing.5. The tape of wherein the polyolefinic material is a polyethylenic material.6. The tape of wherein the polyethylenic material is a blend of low density polyethylene and high density polyethylene.7. The tape of wherein the blend is at a weight ratio of from about 20:80 to about 40:60 of low density polyethylene to high density polyethylene.8. The tape of wherein the pressure-sensitive adhesive is a ...

COATING, COATING METHOD, AND COATED ARTICLE

A coating method, coated article and coating are provided. The coated article includes a low temperature component, and a graphene coating formed from a graphene derivative applied over the low temperature component. The coating method includes providing a graphene derivative, providing a low temperature component, applying the graphene derivative over the low temperature component, and forming a graphene coating. The graphene coating reduces corrosion and fouling of the low temperature component. The coating includes a graphene derivative, and modified functional groups on the graphene derivative. The modified functional groups increase adherence of the coating on application to a low temperature component. 1. A coated article , comprising:a low temperature component; anda graphene coating formed from a graphene derivative applied over the low temperature component;wherein low temperature comprises temperatures of up to about 600° C.2. The coated article of claim 1 , wherein the low temperature component is a rotatable component.3. The coated article of claim 1 , wherein the low temperature component is a gas turbine compressor blade.4. The coated article of claim 1 , wherein the graphene derivative is a chemically modified graphene derivative.5. The coated article of claim 1 , wherein the graphene coating has a thickness of between about 0.1 nanometers and about 2 nanometers.6. The coated article of claim 1 , wherein the graphene coating includes a low drag surface finish.7. The coated article of claim 1 , wherein the graphene coating increases at least one property of the low temperature component claim 1 , the property selected from the group consisting of hydrophobicity and oleophobicity.8. The coated article of claim 1 , wherein the graphene coating decreases degradation of the low temperature component.9. A coating method claim 1 , comprising:providing a graphene derivative;providing a low temperature component;applying the graphene derivative over the low ...

METHOD FOR PROVIDING ORGANIC RESIST ADHESION TO A COPPER OR COPPER ALLOY SURFACE

The present invention relates to a method for increasing the adhesion of organic resist materials on copper or copper alloy surfaces. The copper or copper alloy surface is contacted with an aqueous adhesion promoting solution comprising at least one organic acid, a peroxide compound and optionally one or more substances selected from the group consisting of urea, derivatives thereof and water-soluble polymers. 1. Method for increasing the adhesion of organic resist materials on a copper or copper alloy surface , the method comprising the steps ofa. providing a substrate having a copper or copper alloy surface, i. at least one organic acid and', 'ii. a peroxide compound, 'b. contacting said surface with an aqueous adhesion promoting solution comprising'}wherein the concentration of the at least one organic acid or in case of more than one organic acid the overall concentration of all organic acids ranges from 0.005 to 0.04 mol/l,and thereby forming a layer of copper oxide phase(s) on top of the copper or copper alloy surface andc. attaching an organic resist material onto the layer of said copper oxide phase(s).2. Method according to wherein the at least one organic acid of the adhesion promoting solution is selected from the group consisting of carboxylic acids claim 1 , hydroxycarboxylic acids claim 1 , aminocarboxylic acids and sulfonic acids.3. Method according to wherein the concentration of the sulfonic acid ranges from 0.005 to 0.008 mol/l.4. Method according to wherein the carboxylic acid is an alkane carboxylic acid.5. Method according to wherein the aminocarboxylic acid is selected from the group consisting of 6-aminohexanoic acid claim 2 , glycine and cysteine.6. Method according to wherein the sulfonic acid is selected from the group consisting of alkane sulfonic acids and aromatic sulfonic acids.7. Method according to wherein the concentration of the peroxide compound in the aqueous adhesion promoting solution ranges from 0.01 to 2.5 mol/l.8. Method ...

SPINDLE PAINTING COVER

A bannister spindle painting cover having a head with a fixed dimension notch is formed therein, the notch including a first inside edge and a second inside edge with a third inside edge extending therebetween. The third inside edge is normal to the first and second inside edges, the first inside edge and said second inside edge being parallel to one another near the third inside edge. The cover may have a thickness of no greater than ¼″. The head may be planar. In use, the cover may be positioned around the square portion of a bannister spindle such that three sides of the spindle are in nominal contact with the notch to facilitate painting of the spindle while keeping adjacent stair treads paint free. The cover may be withdrawn and repositioned at least 90 degrees on the spindle as needed for painting multiple sides of the spindle. 1. A bannister spindle painting cover comprising:a head, a handle, and a midsection configured therebetween;a fixed dimension notch formed in said head, said notch including a first inside edge and a second inside edge with a third inside edge extending therebetween, said third inside edge being normal to said first and second inside edges, said first inside edge and said second inside edge being parallel to one another near said third inside edge.2. The bannister spindle painting cover of claim 1 , wherein said cover has a thickness no greater than ¼″.3. The bannister spindle painting cover of claim 1 , wherein said head is planar.4. The bannister spindle painting cover of claim 3 , further comprising structural ribs to stiffen the cover.5. The bannister spindle painting cover of claim 4 , wherein said structural ribs stiffen at least said handle.6. The bannister spindle painting cover of claim 5 , wherein said structural ribs stiffen at least said handle and said midsection.7. The bannister spindle painting cover of claim 1 , wherein said head tapers toward said handle at said midsection.8. The bannister spindle painting cover of ...

Absorbent structure

The present invention relates to an absorbent structure, preferably for use in absorbent products, such as used in the food, consumer, household, building and construction, beauty and medical industry, and as used in the personal hygiene industry. The substantially cellulose free absorbent structures continuously immobilise absorbent polymer material via initial smaller pockets and subsequently larger compartments allowing excellent fluid management of the absorbent polymer material in dry, partially and fully liquid loaded state. Preferably such absorbent structure volume increases are result of temporary secondary attachment patterns made in combination with substantially permanent primary attachment grids allowing the release of bigger volumes from the initial smaller volumes by detachment of the secondary attachments. Furthermore the absorbent structure according to an embodiment of the invention non-homogeneously swells to form a liquid-managing surface structure as a result of exposing the absorbent structure to liquid. The present invention foresees in the need for improved flexible, thin, lightweight absorbent structures which overcome the absorbency problems of the prior art during absorption, distribution and retention of liquids with optimal fit.

ABSORBENT STRUCTURE

The present invention relates to an absorbent structure, preferably for use in absorbent products, such as used in the food, consumer, household, building and construction, beauty and medical industry, and as used in the personal hygiene industry. The substantially cellulose free absorbent structures continuously immobilise absorbent polymer material via initial smaller pockets and subsequently larger compartments allowing excellent fluid management of the absorbent polymer material in dry, partially and fully liquid loaded state. Preferably such absorbent structure volume increases are result of temporary secondary attachment patterns made in combination with substantially permanent primary attachment grids allowing the release of bigger volumes from the initial smaller volumes by detachment of the secondary attachments. Furthermore the absorbent structure according to an embodiment of the invention non-homogeneously swells to form a liquid-managing surface structure as a result of exposing the absorbent structure to liquid. The present invention foresees in the need for improved flexible, thin, lightweight absorbent structures which overcome the absorbency problems of the prior art during absorption, distribution and retention of liquids with optimal fit. 1. An absorbent article , wherein said absorbent article is a feminine hygiene garment , baby diaper , baby pants or adult incontinence garment , said absorbent article comprising a liquid pervious topsheet , a liquid impervious backsheet , and an absorbent structure situated in between the liquid pervious topsheet and liquid impervious backsheet;said absorbent structure including at least one carrier layer and at least one auxiliary layer, and absorbent material; wherein the carrier layer and auxiliary layer are joined via primary attachments and secondary attachments;wherein, apart from the primary attachments and secondary attachments, there are also unattached regions, where there is substantially no ...

PROTECTING HOLE IN COMPONENT DURING COATING PROCESS USING PLUG WITH WATER SOLUBLE LAYER

A method of protecting a hole in a component during a coating process is disclosed. The method includes: placing a plug in the hole, the plug including a water insoluble core and a water soluble layer surrounding at least a portion of an outer surface of the metal core. A coating is applied over the plug and at least a portion of the component. The component is immersed in water to dissolve the water soluble layer, allowing removal of the water insoluble core. Removal of the coating from over the hole and the water insoluble core from within the hole may follow. 1. A plug for retaining a hole in a component during a coating process , the plug comprising:a water insoluble core; anda water soluble layer surrounding at least a portion of an outer surface of the water insoluble core, the water soluble layer engaging an internal surface of the hole during the coating process.2. The plug of claim 1 , wherein the water insoluble core includes one of a steel claim 1 , a metal alloy or a superalloy.3. The plug of claim 1 , wherein the water soluble layer includes one of: a) alumina claim 1 , zircon claim 1 , sodium hydrogen phosphate and sugar; or b) polyethylene glycol claim 1 , sodium chloride claim 1 , mica powder and a plasticizer.4. The plug of claim 1 , wherein the water insoluble core and the water soluble core form an elongated body.5. The plug of claim 4 , wherein the elongated body has a cylindrical shape.6. The plug of claim 4 , wherein the elongated body is tapered at at least one end thereof.7. The plug of claim 1 , wherein the water soluble layer includes a first portion configured to mate with the hole claim 1 , and a second portion having a larger dimension than the hole for abutting an outer surface of the component.8. The plug of claim 1 , wherein the water insoluble core occupies approximately 35-95% of a cross-sectional area of the plug.9. The plug of claim 1 , wherein a cross-sectional shape of the plug is configured to mate with an internal cross- ...

LIGHT SOURCE WINDOW PAINT

An electronic device has a camera assembly disposed in a housing of the electronic device that includes a light source assembly having a primary purpose for illuminating a subject during an imaging operation. The light source assembly includes a light source and a light window. A light block can be applied to lateral surfaces of the light window to prevent light passing through the light window from propagating along an outer surface of the housing, or other components of the electronic device. In some embodiments, the light block can include multiple layers having various reflective and absorptive characteristics. 1. An electronic device having a housing and a light source , comprising:a transparent member disposed in an aperture of the housing, the transparent member positioned between the light source and the housing, the transparent member having a light emission end, the light emission end allowing a first light ray from the light source to exit the transparent member;a light block disposed on an outer perimeter of the transparent member, the light block disposed in the aperture of the housing between the transparent member and the aperture; andwherein the first light ray received by the outer perimeter of the transparent member is reflected by the light block such that the first light ray travels in a direction toward the light emission end.2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , the light block further comprising a first layer claim 1 , wherein the first layer reflects the first light ray from the light source and absorbs a second light ray from the light source.3. The electronic device according to claim 2 , the light block further comprising a second layer claim 2 , wherein the second layer absorbs the second light ray.4. The electronic device according to claim 3 , wherein:the first layer has a first thickness;the second layer has a second thickness; andthe first thickness is greater than the second thickness.5. The electronic device according to ...

CONTROL OF SURFACE PROPERTIES BY DEPOSITION OF PARTICLE MONOLAYERS

The physical and chemical properties of surfaces can be controlled by bonding nanoparticles, microspheres, or nanotextures to the surface via inorganic precursors. Surfaces can acquire a variety of desirable properties such as antireflection or reflection, antifogging, antifrosting, UV blocking, and IR absorption, while maintaining transparency to visible light. Micro or nanomaterials can also be used as etching masks to texture a surface and control its physical and chemical properties via its micro or nanotexture. 1. A method comprising:functionalizing a surface with a monolayer of a first functional group by contacting a first fluid to the surface;removing an excess quantity of the first fluid once the monolayer of the first functional group is formed on the surface;functionalizing a first plurality of particles with a second functional group by contacting a second fluid to the first plurality of particles, the second functional group chosen so as to attach to the first functional group;removing an excess quantity of the second fluid once the second functional group has functionalized the first plurality of particles;forming a single monolayer of particles on the surface, by contacting the functionalized first plurality of particles to the functionalized surface and attaching the first functional group to the second functional group;self-saturating the single monolayer of particles, thus preventing additional particles of the functionalized first plurality of particles from attaching to the single monolayer of particles,wherein:the particles of the first plurality of particles have lateral dimensions less than 100 micrometers.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the second functional group is chosen so as to form a chemical bond to the first functional group claim 1 , and removing an excess quantity of the first fluid is by purging claim 1 , venting or flushing with a neat solvent.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first functional group is —CHand the second ...

METHODS FOR ARRANGING NANOSCOPIC ELEMENTS WITHIN NETWORKS, FABRICS AND FILMS

A method for arranging nanotube elements within nanotube fabric layers and films is disclosed. A directional force is applied over a nanotube fabric layer to render the fabric layer into an ordered network of nanotube elements. That is, a network of nanotube elements drawn together along their sidewalls and substantially oriented in a uniform direction. In some embodiments this directional force is applied by rolling a cylindrical element over the fabric layer. In other embodiments this directional force is applied by passing a rubbing material over the surface of a nanotube fabric layer. In other embodiments this directional force is applied by running a polishing material over the nanotube fabric layer for a predetermined time. Exemplary rolling, rubbing, and polishing apparatuses are also disclosed. 1. A method for arranging nanotube elements within a nanotube fabric , comprising:providing a plurality of nanotube elements over a material layer to obtain a substantially dry, fully formed, fixed nanotube fabric comprising a plurality of nanotube elements in a first operation, wherein said nanotube fabric is substantially free of any suspension medium; andtranslating a rotational force over at least a portion of said substantially dry, fully formed, fixed nanotube fabric in a second operation to arrange at least a portion of said nanotube elements into an ordered network;wherein said second operation is performed subsequent to said first operation; andwherein said rotational force arranges said nanotube elements within said portion of said nanotube fabric into a plurality of ordered regions, wherein each ordered region is comprised of nanotube elements in a substantially uniform orientation.2. The method of wherein said rotational force is applied over said portion of said portion of said nanotube fabric at least once.3. The method of further comprising repeatedly applying said rotational force to said portion of said nanotube fabric.4. The method of wherein said ...

DISPLAY APPARATUS AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A display device according to one or more exemplary embodiments of the present invention includes: a display panel; a window on the display panel; an active surface layer on the window; and a hard coating layer on the active surface layer and having a curved surface. 1. A method of manufacturing a display device comprising a display panel , the method comprising:preparing a window mother substrate having a window area and a dummy area surrounding the window area;disposing a first mask on the window mother substrate in a first region of the window mother substrate such that the window area is exposed, and performing a first surface treatment on a surface of the window mother substrate in a region corresponding to the window area to form an active surface layer;removing the first mask;coating a hard coating layer forming material on the active surface layer;curing the hard coating layer forming material to form a hard coating layer having a curved surface; andcutting the dummy area and the window area from the window mother substrate to form windows.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:disposing a second mask on the window mother substrate in a second region of the window mother substrate such that the dummy area is exposed and performing a second surface treatment on the surface of the window mother substrate in a region corresponding to the dummy area to form an non-active surface layer; andremoving the second mask.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein one of the surface treatments from among the first surface treatment and the second surface treatment is a hydrophilic surface treatment and the other one of the surface treatments from among the first surface treatment and the second surface treatment is a hydrophobic surface treatment.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the hydrophilic surface treatment comprises a plasma treatment on the surface of the window mother substrate utilizing at least one selected from a group consisting of air claim 3 , nitrogen N ...

Method for Applying a Shaped Coating to a Surface

A shaped colored coating such as a logo or graphics is applied to a surface by adhesively attaching a tape to the surface at a demarked edge of the shape and applying an adhesive masking sheet over the tape body. The masking sheet is torn at the edge by pulling a filament of the tape through the masking sheet. A removable portion of the masking sheet and the tape are removed and the edge of a masking portion adhesively attached to the surface at the demarked edge. After application of the coating, the masking portion is removed to leave the coating on the surface up to the demarked edge and to carry away the part of the coating on the masking portion. 1. A method of applying a shaped coating to a surface comprising:defining on the surface a shape defined by a demarked edge of the shape for the coating to be applied on to the surface;adhesively attaching a tape to the surface at the demarked edge, the tape comprising:a tape body having a front surface, a rear surface, a first longitudinal side edge and a second longitudinal side edge;the tape body having an adhesive on the rear surface for attachment to the surface;the tape body having at least one longitudinally extending filament attached thereto;providing a masking sheet for the surface separate from the tape body and applying the masking sheet over the tape body at the demarked edge;pulling the filament so that the filament tears through the masking sheet to divide the masking sheet at the demarked edge into a removable portion which extends over the shape and a masking portion which extends over the surface for masking the surface, with an edge of the masking portion at the demarked edge;removing from the surface the removable portion of the masking sheet;removing the tape body;the edge of the masking portion being adhesively attached to the surface at the demarked edge;applying the coating to the shape on the surface so that a part of the coating extends from the shape over the demarked edge onto the masking ...

POWDER-COATING PROCESS OF A BRAKE CALIPER

A powder-coating process of a brake caliper has in sequence the steps of: (a) preparing the brake caliper; (b) applying masking elements to at least one seat and/or duct of said brake caliper; (c) distributing the coating powder on at least one portion of said brake caliper; (d) removing the at least one masking element by automated de-masking means; (e) curing inside a curing oven. 111-. (canceled)12. A powder-coating process of a brake caliper comprising in sequence the steps of:(a) preparation of the brake caliper;(b) application of at least one masking element to at least one seat and/or duct of said brake caliper;(c) distribution of the powder-coating on at least one portion of said brake caliper;(d) removal of the at least one masking element by automated de-masking means;(e) cooking inside a cooking oven.13. The coating process according to claim 12 , wherein the preparation of the brake caliper comprises the steps of:phosphatisation;degreasing;washing with water also demineralized; anddrying.14. The coating process according to claim 12 , wherein the step (b) of applying at least one masking element is performed by automated masking means.15. The coating process according to claim 12 , wherein during the step (d) the total removal of the masking elements of the seats and/or ducts of said brake caliper is performed by automated de-masking means.16. The coating process according to claim 12 , wherein the automated de-masking means comprise at least one anthropomorphic robot.17. The coating process according to claim 14 , wherein the masking means of an automated type comprise at least one anthropomorphic robot.18. The coating process according to claim 12 , wherein the masking comprises a transition portion claim 12 , near the mouth of at least one seat and/or duct of said brake caliper.19. The coating process according to claim 18 , wherein the transition portion consists of a portion of substrate which in use is not visible.20. The coating process according ...

CONTROL OF SURFACE PROPERTIES BY DEPOSITION OF PARTICLE MONOLAYERS

The physical and chemical properties of surfaces can be controlled by bonding nanoparticles, microspheres, or nanotextures to the surface via inorganic precursors. Surfaces can acquire a variety of desirable properties such as antireflection or reflection, antifogging, antifrosting, UV blocking, and IR absorption, while maintaining transparency to visible light. Micro or nanomaterials can also be used as etching masks to texture a surface and control its physical and chemical properties via its micro or nanotexture. 13.-. (canceled)4. A method comprising:functionalizing a surface with a monolayer of a first functional group by contacting a first fluid to the surface;removing an excess quantity of the first fluid once the monolayer of the first functional group is formed on the surface;functionalizing a first plurality of particles with a second functional group by contacting a second fluid to the first plurality of particles, the second functional group chosen so as to attach to the first functional group;removing an excess quantity of the second fluid once the second functional group has functionalized the first plurality of particles;forming a first monolayer of particles on the surface, by contacting the functionalized first plurality of particles to the functionalized surface and attaching the first functional group to the second functional group;functionalizing the first monolayer of particles with a monolayer of a third functional group by contacting a third fluid to the first monolayer of particles; andremoving an excess quantity of the third fluid once a monolayer of the third functional group is formed on first monolayer of particles,wherein the particles of the first plurality of particles have lateral dimensions less than 100 micrometers.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the first monolayer of particles is self-saturated claim 4 , the second functional group is chosen so as to form a chemical bond to the first functional group claim 4 , and removing an ...

TOUCH PANEL AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A touch panel configured to provide a touch signal is provided. The touch panel includes a substrate, a first vision opaque layer, an electrode layer, and a metal material layer. The substrate has a display area and a first recess portion. A part of or all of the first vision opaque layer is filled in the first recess portion. A part of the electrode layer is disposed on the display area and the other part of the electrode layer is disposed on the first vision opaque layer. When an object touches or approaches the touch panel, the electrode layer generates a touch signal correspondingly. The metal material layer is disposed on the first vision opaque layer and is connected with the electrode layer electrically to transmit the touch signal to a driving element. Besides, a manufacturing method of the touch panel is also provided. 1. A touch panel , configured to provide a touch signal , the touch panel comprising:a substrate, having a display area and a first recess portion outside the display area;a first vision opaque layer, formed on the substrate, wherein a part of or all of the first vision opaque layer is filled in the first recess portion;an electrode layer, a part of the electrode layer being formed on the display area and the other part of the electrode layer being formed on the first vision opaque layer, wherein when an object touches or approaches the touch panel, the electrode layer correspondingly generates the touch signal; anda metal material layer, formed on the first vision opaque layer, and electrically connected to the electrode layer to transmit the touch signal to a driving element.2. The touch panel as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising:a second vision opaque layer, stacked on the first vision opaque layer.3. The touch panel as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the other part of the electrode layer and the metal material layer are clamped between the first vision opaque layer and the second vision opaque layer.4. The touch panel as claimed in ...

SHOE SOLE PORTION PAINTING SYSTEM

Automated painting of a shoe sole portion is enhanced by use of a mask cover and an air knife with a paint assembly. The mask cover is positioned in front of a paint-emitting portion of a spray nozzle and is adapted to obstruct at least a portion of the paint intended to be emitted by the spray nozzle. The air knife is coupled to the mask cover and is adapted to emit a laminar fluid flow over the mask cover. The laminar fluid flow helps to limit unwanted diffusion of the paint as it passes along its intended spray path. 1. A method for painting a shoe sole portion , the method comprising:positioning the shoe sole portion in a fixed position such that a side surface of the shoe sole portion is exposed;identifying a paintable area on the side surface of the shoe sole portion; a spray nozzle coupled to at least a robotic arm and a liquid material source, the spray nozzle adapted to emit the liquid material from a front region of the spray nozzle, the robotic arm adapted to move the spray nozzle through a predetermined range of movement;', 'a mask cover coupled to the spray nozzle, the mask cover having a top region and a bottom region, the mask cover positioned at a predefined distance in front of the front region of the spray nozzle such that the bottom region of the mask cover is adapted to partially obstruct at least a portion of the liquid material emitted by the spray nozzle, the mask cover comprising an aperture that extends through the mask cover, the aperture axially aligned with the front region of the spray nozzle; and', 'an air knife coupled to the top region of the mask cover and adapted to direct a laminar fluid flow in a generally angled direction towards the bottom region of the mask cover; and, 'initiating a shoe sole portion painting assembly comprisingpainting the paintable area on the side surface of the shoe sole portion using the shoe sole portion painting assembly.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the paintable area comprises a sub-portion of the ...

METHOD OF PROCESSING A SUBSTRATE

A method of processing a substrate or panel is disclosed. A substrate having thereon an array of chips is provided. A mask layer is laminated on the substrate. The mask layer has a plurality of openings to reveal active areas of the chips respectively. A spray-coating process is then performed to form an adhesive film in the active areas. The mask layer is then stripped off. 1. A method of processing a substrate , comprising:providing a substrate having thereon a plurality of chips;laminating a mask layer on the substrate, wherein the mask layer has a plurality of openings to reveal active areas of the chips respectively;performing a spray-coating process to form an adhesive film in the active areas; andstripping the mask layer off.2. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the spray-coating process employs an adhesive material having a low viscosity that ranges between 10 centipoise (cps) and 3000 cps.3. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 2 , wherein the adhesive material having a low viscosity comprises epoxy resins claim 2 , polyesters claim 2 , or polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA).4. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive film has a solvent residue rate that is greater than 1%.5. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive film has a thickness that is smaller than 5 micrometers.6. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive film has a uniformity that is smaller than 10%.7. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive film has a surface roughness Ra that is greater than 0.01 micrometers.8. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the adhesive film has a surface profile variation of about 0.3 μm/mm.9. The method of processing a substrate according to claim 1 , wherein the mask layer is a releasable adhesive.10. The method of processing a ...

PAINT SPREADING DEVICE

Provided is a paint spreading device, comprising a moving stage for bearing a substrate, a mask having a hollow pattern, an alignment system and a paint nozzle, wherein the mask is above the moving stage and has a gap with the substrate, an orthographic projection of the mask on the moving stage completely covers the substrate, the alignment system is above the moving stage at one side of the mask, the paint nozzle is right above the mask to spread paint on the mask. 1. A paint spreading device , comprising a moving stage for bearing a substrate , a mask having a hollow pattern , an alignment system and a paint nozzle , wherein the mask is above the moving stage and has a gap with the substrate , an orthographic projection of the mask on the moving stage completely covers the substrate , the alignment system is above the moving stage at one side of the mask , the paint nozzle is right above the mask to spread paint on the mask.2. The paint spreading device according to claim 1 , wherein the paint spreading device comprises a bearing frame claim 1 , the bearing frame is supported above the moving stage claim 1 , the bearing frame comprises bearing sides claim 1 , a periphery of the mask is supported by the bearing sides.3. The paint spreading device according to claim 2 , wherein the substrate and the mask comprise alignment marks for alignment of the substrate and the mask.4. The paint spreading device according to claim 3 , wherein the alignment marks are static marks or position sensors.5. The paint spreading device according to claim 3 , wherein the moving stage comprises a stage and a moving part for supporting and moving the stage claim 3 , the moving part moves the stage to move relative to the mask to achieve the alignment of the substrate and the mask.6. The paint spreading device according to claim 5 , wherein the moving part comprises a sliding rail and a sliding groove matched with the sliding rail and the stage is supported on the sliding rail or the ...

ADHESIVE COMPOSITION AND MASKING ARTICLE FOR PRODUCING PRECISE PAINT LINES

An adhesive article for masking a portion of a substrate surface from a liquid coating applied to the surface includes a support having first and second opposed major surfaces, and a cationic or zwitterionic adhesive composition disposed on at least a portion of at least one of the first and second opposed major surfaces. The adhesive composition provides a barrier that impedes the migration of the coating past the edge of the adhesive article. 1. A method of making a masking article wherein the article is capable of substantially preventing one or more liquids or liquid-borne materials from contacting a masked surface , the method comprising i. about 0.2 parts by weight to 5 parts by weight of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, a carboxylate salt thereof, or a mixture of two or more thereof, wherein the amount of carboxylate salt is determined based on the weight of the corresponding free acid;', 'ii. about 50 parts by weight to 95 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of an acrylate or methacrylate ester of an alcohol having between 8 and 12 carbon atoms, or a mixture of two or more thereof;', 'iii. about 2 parts by weight to 45 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of an acrylate or methacrylate ester including an alkylammonium functionality;', 'iv. about 10 parts by weight to 30 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of vinyl acetate, isobutyl acrylate, N-vinyl pyrrolidone, or a mixture of two or more thereof; and', 'v. about 0 parts by weight to 2 parts by weight based on the total weight of the polymer of a crosslinker;, 'a. forming a reaction mixture comprising one or more surfactants and about 15 wt % to 60 wt % monomers in water, wherein the monomers consist essentially of'}b. polymerizing the monomers to form a polymerized mixture,c. coating the mixture onto a support, andd. drying the coated mixture.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more surfactants includes at least one cationic surfactant3 ...

Turbine component coating processes and turbine components

Turbine component coating processes include applying a malleable masking material to one or more apertures of one or more fluid flow passages within a turbine component surface and then applying a first coating over the malleable masking material and on the turbine component surface. The turbine component coating processes further include locally applying a local masking material to the one or more apertures of the one or more fluid flow passages and then applying a second coating over the local masking material and on the first coating.

A METAL MASK PLATE AND AN ORGANIC ELECTROLUMINESCENT DISPLAY DEVICE MANUFACTURED USING THE SAME

A metal mask plate comprises: a substrate, a first area arranged on the substrate and second areas located at left and right sides of the first area respectively; the first area being provided with a plurality of first strip slits extending along a column direction and being parallel to each other, each of the second areas being provided with at least three second strip slits parallel to the first strip slits; wherein, at least two of the following three conditions are met: a width of the second strip slit is less than a width of the first strip slit; a distance between adjacent second strip slits in a same second area is less than a distance between adjacent first strip slits; a width of a side area is narrowed. 111-. (canceled)12. A metal mask plate , comprising:a substrate with a first area arranged on the substrate for forming display images and two second areas located at left and right sides of the first area respectively; wherein the first area includes a plurality of first strip slits extending along a column direction and parallel to each other with equal intervals, and wherein each of the second areas includes at least three second strip slits parallel to the first strip slits; wherein,at least two of the following three conditions are met:condition one: a width of the second strip slit is less than a width of the first strip slit;condition two: a distance between adjacent second strip slits in a same second area is less than a distance between adjacent first strip slits; andcondition three: a width of a side area is narrowed, the side area being an area between the second strip slit in the second area closest to a side frame of the metal mask plate and the side frame, the side frame being a frame parallel to the extending direction of the second strip slit.13. The metal mask plate as claimed in claim 12 , wherein when the condition one and the condition two are met simultaneously claim 12 , the width of each of the second strip slits is the same.14. The ...

METHOD FOR STRETCHING VAPOR DEPOSITION MASK, METHOD FOR PRODUCING FRAME-EQUIPPED VAPOR DEPOSITION MASK, METHOD FOR PRODUCING ORGANIC SEMICONDUCTOR ELEMENT, AND STRETCHING APPARATUS

In a method for stretching a vapor deposition mask including a metal mask in which a slit is formed and a resin mask in which an opening corresponding to a pattern to be produced by vapor deposition is formed at a position overlapping with the slit, a stretching assistance member is overlapped on one surface of the vapor deposition mask, the stretching assistance member is fixed to the vapor deposition mask in at least part of a portion in which the one surface of the vapor deposition mask and the stretching assistance member overlap with each other, and the vapor deposition mask fixed to the stretching assistance member is stretched by pulling the stretching assistance member fixed to the vapor deposition mask. 1. A method for stretching a vapor deposition mask including a metal mask having a slit and a resin mask having an opening corresponding to a pattern to be produced by vapor deposition at a position overlapping with the slit , the metal mask and the resin mask being stacked , the method comprising:a stretching assistance member fixing step of overlapping a stretching assistance member on one surface of the vapor deposition mask and fixing the stretching assistance member to the vapor deposition mask in at least part of a portion in which the one surface of the vapor deposition mask and the stretching assistance member overlap with each other; anda first stretching step of stretching the vapor deposition mask fixed to the stretching assistance member by pulling the stretching assistance member fixed to the vapor deposition mask.2. The method for stretching a vapor deposition mask according to claim 1 , further comprisinga second stretching step of stretching the vapor deposition mask in a first direction before the first stretching step, whereinin the first stretching step, the vapor deposition mask fixed to the stretching assistance member is stretched in a second direction different from the first direction by pulling the stretching assistance member fixed ...

Pattern formation method and magnetic recording medium manufacturing method

According to one embodiment, a pattern formation method includes forming a surface treatment polymer film on a substrate, applying a solution containing a monomer or oligomer of a surface treatment polymer material to a surface of the surface treatment polymer film, forming a self-assembled layer by coating the surface treatment polymer film with a coating solution containing a block copolymer having at least two types of polymer chains, and forming a microphase-separated structure in the self-assembled layer by annealing, and optionally removing one type of a polymer layer from the microphase-separated structure, thereby forming convex patterns by a remaining polymer layer.