ОДЕЖДА БЕЗ МОРЩИН И СПОСОБ ЕЕ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

Способ выполнения шва без морщин при сшивании деталей одежды включает следующие этапы: расположение с помощью приспособления для подгиба клеящего элемента, содержащего связующее, между деталями одежды; выполнение группы строчек для образования шва; приложение тепла и давления для приклеивания связующего к, меньшей мере, одной детали одежды. Связующее обладает температурой плавления при горячем прессовании свыше чем 160°С и прочностью на отслаивание, равной или превышающей приблизительно 0,089 кгс/см. Изобретение касается также шва, применяемого при изготовлении одежды, содержащего связующее между первой и второй деталями одежды. Изобретение исключает образование сборок и морщин в области шва одежды даже после многократных стирок. 2 н. и 15 з.п. ф-лы, 68 ил.

ВАКУУМНЫЙ ИЗОЛЯЦИОННЫЙ ЭЛЕМЕНТ

Холодильное и/или морозильное устройство, имеющее по меньшей мере одно охлаждающее внутреннее пространство по меньшей мере одну стенку, в отдельных областях окружающую охлаждаемое внутреннее пространство и частично или полностью образованную по меньшей мере одним вакуумным изоляционным элементом, имеющим по меньшей мере одну вакуум-плотную оболочку, ввод, который проходит через область, окруженную оболочкой, и который охватывает свободное пространство, и/или от оболочки проходит по меньшей мере один патрубок. Ввод или патрубок тоже выполнен вакуум-плотным и соединен с оболочкой. Ввод и/или патрубок частично или полностью состоит из высокобарьерной пленки. Вакуум–плотное соединение между вводом и/или патрубком и оболочкой создано с помощью термической сварки и/или с помощью клеевого соединения. Способ изготовления вакуум-плотного соединения между вводом и/или патрубком и оболочкой вакуумного изоляционного элемента холодильного и/или морозильного устройства с использованием узла из фасонных ...

ВОДОЛАЗНЫЙ КОСТЮМ

Изобретение относится к водолазному костюму, изготовленному из каучукового материала, содержащего HNBR - гидрогенизированный бутадиеннитрильный каучук в количестве 40-70% (мас./мас.), 5-60% (мас./мас.) по меньшей мере одного наполнителя, 5-30% (мас./мас.) по меньшей мере одного пластификатора и 2-10% (мас./мас.) по меньшей мере одного вулканизирующего агента. Изобретение относится также к способу производства упомянутого водолазного костюма, который включает каландирование каучукового материала, содержащего HNBR, нарезку на куски, представляющие собой части костюма, сшивание упомянутых частей костюма швами, и покрытие швов каучуковой лентой, а затем вулканизацию всего полученного костюма. Изобретение также относится к применению HNBR в каучуковом материале водолазного костюма. Достигается хорошая стойкость водолазного костюма к химикатам, хорошая механическая стойкость к истиранию, обеспечивается гибкость и растягиваемость костюма, а также возможность использования его в загрязненной среде ...

ШОВ ДЛЯ СОЕДИНЕНИЯ ПЛАСТИКОВ, ПЛАСТИКОВАЯ БУТЫЛКА С СОЕДИНИТЕЛЬНЫМ ШВОМ И СПОСОБ ИХ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

Изобретение относится к шву (1) для соединения пластиков для непроницаемого для текучей среды соединения по меньшей мере двух пластиковых поверхностей (2, 3). Шов (1) для соединения пластиков выполнен в форме шва (1) для соединения пластиков, который способствует обеспечению прочности под нагрузкой таким образом, чтобы нагрузка, действующая в стандартном направлении нагрузки, увеличивала прочность соединения шва. 11 з.п. ф-лы, 4 ил.

ГИГИЕНИЧЕСКИЕ ТРУСЫ ДЛЯ ОДНОРАЗОВОГО ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ

Группа изобретений относится к медицине. Гигиенические трусы одноразового использования имеют продольные краевые участки передней части, соединенные продольными сварными швами с продольными краевыми участками задней части для образования отверстия для талии и двух отверстий для ног в промежностной части, при этом указанные отверстия для ног ограничены снаружи в поперечном направлении внутренними концевыми частями сварных швов в продольном направлении гигиенических трусов. Гигиенические трусы имеют наружный покрывающий элемент, который предпочтительно является эластичным, и содержат поглощающий элемент. Покрывающий элемент выполнен из эластичного ламината, содержащего эластичную пленку, наложенную между двумя слоями нетканого материала. Каждый из сварных швов усилен посредством, по меньшей мере, одной полоски усиливающего материала, содержащего термопластичные волокна, которая прикреплена к покрывающему элементу посредством использования клеящего вещества, размещенного вблизи зоны сварных ...

УСТРОЙСТВО И СПОСОБ УПАКОВКИ ПРОДУКТОВ

Группа изобретений относится к способу и устройству для упаковки продукта (Р). Способ упаковки продукта, размещенного на подложке (4), включает разматывание пленки (10а), поперечное отрезание размотанной части пленки (10а) и подготовку отрезанных листов пленки (18). Затем осуществляют перемещение отрезанных листов пленки (18) к узлу упаковки (8), размещенному внутри камеры упаковки (24), удержание камеры упаковки (24), открытой в течение времени, достаточного для размещения должным образом определенного количества подложек (4) и соответствующего количества листов пленки (18) внутри указанной камеры упаковки (24). Затем происходит герметичное закрытие камеры упаковки (24) листами пленки, удерживаемыми над соответствующей подложкой (4) и при необходимости на определенном расстоянии, достаточном для обеспечения возможности циркуляции газа внутри подложки (4). При необходимости осуществляют принуждение к одной операции или к обеим из следующих операций: удаление газа из герметично закрытой ...

СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ ПОЛОГО КАМЕРНОГО ПРОФИЛЯ ДЛЯ ОКНА ИЛИ ДВЕРИ, А ТАКЖЕ ИЗГОТОВЛЕННЫЙ ЭТИМ СПОСОБОМ ПОЛЫЙ КАМЕРНЫЙ ПРОФИЛЬ

Изобретение относится к способу изготовления полого камерного профиля для двери или окна. Техническим результатом является повышение скорости изготовления полого камерного профиля, улучшение его качества, в частности, в отношении геометрических размеров и улучшение теплоизоляции. Технический результат достигается способом изготовления полого камерного профиля (1) для окна или двери, который собран из нескольких частичных профилей (2, 3). По меньшей мере один частичный профиль (2, 3) содержит термопластичный пластик. Причем этот термопластичный пластик образует внутренние стенки (6, 6', 6”) и внешние стенки (7, 7', 7") этого полого камерного профиля (1), а внутренние стенки (6, 6', 6”) и внешние стенки (7, 7', 7") окружают полые камеры (5, 5', 5", 5‴) этого полого камерного профиля (1). Причем способ включает в себя этапы: (a) предоставление по меньшей мере двух частичных профилей (2, 3) и (b) соединение предоставленных на этапе (a) частичных профилей (2, 3) с образованием полого камерного ...

СПОСОБ И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ СВАРКИ ПЛАСТИКОВЫХ ТУБ ИЗНУТРИ

Группа изобретений относится к способу изготовления полимерной упаковки трубчатой формы, упаковке трубчатой формы, изготовленной данным способом, и устройству для его осуществления. Способ включает этап сворачивания, в процессе которого сворачивают прокатный материал, этап размещения, в процессе которого края прокатного материала размещают встык, и этап скрепления, в процессе которого края прокатного материала скрепляют друг с другом путем сварки. При этом полимерный шнур экструдируют и в расплавленном состоянии накладывают на внутреннюю поверхность упаковки так, чтобы перекрыть по меньшей мере зону сварки, определенную между краями. Причем энергия, необходимая для получения зоны сварки, обеспечивается полимерным шнуром. Упаковка содержит элемент упрочнения зоны, определенной между краями, состоящий из экструдированного полимерного шнура. Устройство содержит сварочный стержень, выполненный с возможностью окружения его прокатным материалом, и средства для экструдирования и наложения полимерного ...

ЭЛЕМЕНТ ЖЁСТКОСТИ С ОТКРЫТЫМ КАНАЛОМ

Изобретение относится к элементу жесткости с открытым каналом для упрочнения панели, а также к способу упрочнения панели. Элемент жесткости с открытым каналом для упрочнения панели имеет связующую полку для связывания элемента жесткости с панелью посредством связующей полосы, образованной между связующей полкой и панелью, для образования силовой панели. Элемент жесткости с открытым каналом имеет форму поперечного сечения, которая обеспечивает выравнивание или по существу выравнивание центра сдвига элемента жесткости с центром масс элемента жесткости и выравнивание центра сдвига вблизи края связующей полосы, а также устраняет необходимость в протяженном элементе для заполнения радиуса. Множество перфорационных отверстий может проходить через связующую полку для обеспечения прохождения адгезива в перфорационные отверстия и для создания механического сцепления между связующей полкой и панелью. Изобретение обеспечивает повышение механических свойств изделий. 2 н. и 13 з.п. ф-лы, 14 ил.

ЭЛАСТИЧНАЯ ЕМКОСТЬ С УКУПОРОЧНЫМ СРЕДСТВОМ И СПОСОБ ЕЕ ПРОИЗВОДСТВА

Емкость содержит четыре панели, образующие основную часть, горловинную часть и расширяющуюся часть, которая проходит от горловинной части, и сужающуюся промежуточную часть между основной частью и горловинной, причем горловинная часть имеет уменьшенную ширину, а расширяющаяся часть содержит расширенный конец. При этом расширяющаяся часть постепенно увеличивается от горловинной части к расширенному концу. Изобретением являются также и варианты выполнения емкости. Группа изобретений обеспечивает повышение производительности и надежности. 3 н. и 16 з.п. ф-лы, 19 ил., 6 табл.

СПОСОБ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ СНАБЖЕННОГО РЕЗИНОВОЙ ВТУЛКОЙ СТАБИЛИЗИРУЮЩЕГО СТЕРЖНЯ И СНАБЖЕННЫЙ РЕЗИНОВОЙ ВТУЛКОЙ СТАБИЛИЗИРУЮЩИЙ СТЕРЖЕНЬ

ГЕРМЕТИЧНО ЗАКРЫТАЯ ЕМКОСТЬ

... 1. Герметично закрытая емкость, содержащая корпус, имеющий горловинную часть, и крышку из пластикового материала, которая создает в себе напряжение, когда указанная горловинная часть закрыта, и образует участок уплотнения в состоянии приложенного давления против указанного корпуса емкости посредством усилия, которое стремится снять указанное напряжение, при этом указанный участок уплотнения образует место герметизации, и при этом указанный участок уплотнения является термосваренным. ! 2. Герметично закрытая емкость по п.1, в которой на внешней стенке указанной горловинной части обеспечен кольцевой буртик, параллельный краю указанной горловинной части, при этом на краю указанной крышки выполнен кольцевой фланец, образующий с указанным буртиком участок уплотнения, а на внешней стенке указанной горловинной части обеспечен кольцевой выступающий или вогнутый участок ближе к краю указанной горловинной части, чем указанный буртик, и на внутренней стенке указанной крышки выполнен кольцевой вогнутый ...

ЭЛЕМЕНТ ЖЁСТКОСТИ С ОТКРЫТЫМ КАНАЛОМ

СПОСОБ СОЗДАНИЯ НИЗКООМНОГО ЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКОГО СОЕДИНЕНИЯ МЕЖДУ КОЛЬЦЕВЫМ ЭЛЕКТРОДОМ РАЗЪЕМНОГО ТИПА И ПРОВОДОМ С ПОМОЩЬЮ КОНТАКТНОГО ДАВЛЕНИЯ

... 1. Способ прикрепления разъемного кольцевого электрода на трубку катетера, включающий:обеспечение трубки по меньшей мере с одним просветом, причем боковая стенка и по меньшей мере одно отверстие в боковой стенке обеспечивают сообщение между по меньшей мере одним просветом и наружной стороной трубки;прохождение электродного провода по меньшей мере через один просвет и по меньшей мере через одно отверстие с целью обнажить дистальный участок электродного провода;расположение дистального участка электродного провода на наружной поверхности трубки;установку разъемного кольцевого электрода на наружной поверхности трубки с перекрыванием отверстия и дистального участка электродного провода;обеспечение электропроводящего адгезива между кольцевым электродом и наружной поверхностью трубки.2. Способ по п. 1, в котором обеспечение электропроводящего адгезива включает нанесение пленки электропроводящего адгезива на внутреннюю поверхность разъемного кольцевого электрода перед установкой его на наружную ...

ОДЕЖДА БЕЗ МОРЩИН И СПОСОБ ЕЕ ИЗГОТОВЛЕНИЯ

... 1. Способ выполнения шва без морщин при сшивании деталей одежды, каждая из которых имеет верхнюю поверхность и нижнюю поверхность, при котором помещают клеящий элемент, содержащий связующее и имеющий верхнюю поверхность и нижнюю поверхность, между первой деталью одежды и второй деталью одежды, причем связующее обладает температурой плавления при горячем прессовании выше, чем около 160°С, выполняют группу строчек, прошиваемых сквозь клеящий элемент и по меньшей мере одну из деталей одежды так, чтобы образовать по меньшей мере один шов, прикладывают достаточное количество тепла и достаточное давление для осуществления приклеивания связующего по меньшей мере к одной из деталей одежды для образования шва. 2. Способ по п.1, в котором связующее обладает прочностью на отслаивание, равной или превышающей приблизительно 0,089 кгс/см (0,5 фунта/дюйм). 3. Способ по п.1, в котором связующее обладает прочностью на отслаивание, равной или превышающей приблизительно 0,178 кгс/см (1,0 фунт/дюйм). 4. Способ ...

СПОСОБ ФОРМОВАНИЯ ТЕРМОПЛАСТИЧЕСКИХ УПЛОТНИТЕЛЕЙ БОЛЬШОГО ДИАМЕТРА

... 1. Способ формования уплотнительного кольца, включающий:формование термопластического стержня из по меньшей мере продольного слоя первого полимера и продольного слоя второго полимера, при этом экструдированный стержень имеет первый и второй концы;нагревание термопластического стержня до первой температуры выше температуры стеклования первого и второго полимеров;гибка термопластического стержня в округлую структуру при поддержании температуры по крайней мере при первой температуре;нагревание первого и второго концов экструдированного стержня до температуры выше температуры плавления первого и второго полимеров; исведение вместе нагретых первого и второго конца экструдированного стержня с получением сварного шва, соединяющего концы вместе, при этом сваренный второй полимер имеет по меньшей мере первое механическое свойство, которое является более желательным, чем первое механическое свойство сваренного первого полимера, так, что первое механическое свойство сварного шва, соединяющего концы ...

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Plastics film web

A plastics film web (1) has two butt-connected parts (2, 3). The butting lines (5, 6) of the two parts (2, 3) are curved. These butting lines permit a positive interengaging connection. The butting lines (5, 6) are connected to each other by an adhesive paste or by welding. This produces a plastics film web which is made up of at least two butt-connected parts, can be manufactured with appropriate strength and consequently can be used for technical purposes under the given regulations. ...

Befestigen eines Teils an einem Gegenstand in einer eingestellten Position

Erfindungsgemäß wird ein Adapter zum Verankern eines zweiten Gegenstandes relativ zu einem ersten Gegenstand bereitgestellt. Der Adapter umfasst ein Verankerungsteil (10) und ein Einstellteil (20). Das Verankerungsteil umfasst eine distal ausgerichtete Verankerungsfläche und eine proximal ausgerichtete erste Steuerfläche (14), und das Einstellteil umfasst eine distal ausgerichtet zweite Steuerfläche (24), die dazu eingerichtet ist, an der ersten Steuerfläche anzuliegen. Das Verankerungsteil und das Einstellteil definieren eine gemeinsame Achse (5) und die erste Steuerfläche oder die zweite Steuerfläche oder beide ist/sind wendelförmig hinsichtlich der Achse, wobei eine relative z-Position des Einstellteils hinsichtlich des Verankerungsteils durch Rotation des Einstellteils bezüglich der ersten Steuerfläche verstellbar ist. Der Adapter umfasst ferner eine Eingreifstruktur für die Befestigung des Einstellteils bezüglich des Verankerungsteils hinsichtlich axialer Richtungen, während die erste ...

Faserverbundbauteil

Verfahren zum Verbinden eines verpressten Faserverbundbauteils (1; 21) mit einem thermoplastischen Kunststoff als Matrixmaterial, das an seiner Oberfläche (4) mindestens einen Vorsprung (5; 15) ausbildet, der aus dem thermoplastischen Kunststoff besteht, mit einem kunststoffhaltigen Bauteil (2; 12; 22), bei dem das Faserverbundbauteil (1; 21) mit seinem mindestens einen Vorsprung (5; 15) in Kontakt mit dem kunststoffhaltigen Bauteil (2; 12; 22) gebracht wird und dort mit dem kunststoffhaltigen Bauteil (2; 12; 22), einen Kontaktbereich ausbildet, und verschweißt, insbesondere ultraschallverschweißt, wird, wobei mindestens der Kontaktbereich des Faserverbundbauteils (1; 21) und/oder des kunststoffhaltigen Bauteils (2; 12; 22) zum Ultraschallschweißen durch Heißluft (H) erwärmt wird und mittels des Kontaktbereichs ein Heißluftkanal (7) gebildet wird, durch den die Heißluft (H) geleitet wird.

Component connection for attachment at carrier part i.e. fiber reinforced plastic part, at shell part of motor car, has adapter part adjusting sticking gap thickness of attachment towered above carrier part around defined projection

The connection has a screw element (16) penetrating into an adhesive layer and a carrier part (12) through a recess (10a). An attachment (10) is firmly connected over the screw element. A sleeve-shaped adapter part (14) is fixed with the attachment through the recess. The adapter part adjusts sticking gap thickness of the attachment towered above the carrier part around a defined projection. A case (14a), an annular disk (14b) and a flange are formed in the adapter part. The carrier part and the adapter part are made from stainless steel or aluminum. The attachment is made from strengthened plastic from metal out with carbon fiber, glass fiber or non-strengthened plastic. An independent claim is also included for a method for manufacturing a component connection.

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUR HERSTELLUNG VON ROHRKOERPERN, INSBESONDERE FUER VERPACKUNGSTUBEN

Bauteil, insbesondere aus Kunststoff

Joining strips of fabric to make awnings, etc.

In a process for making a cloth (especially an awning or similar cloth), two lengths of cloth (31, 32) are placed edge to edge and, on at least one side, a strip of material (41) having fibres extending at right angles to the two edges (33, 34) is laid over the joint (37). An adhesive is applied at the edges of the cloths (31, 32) covering the portion over which the fibrous strip (41) is to be attached so that the cloths and the strip are permanently bonded. Preferably the adhesive, which may be an activatable adhesive, may be applied to the edges of the cloths or to the jointing strip or both. The first jointing strip may be applied on top of the cloths, which are then turned over for the application of the second jointing strip, or the cloths may be laid on the first jointing strip after the application of adhesive, and the second jointing strip applied subsequently.

Vorrichtung zum Fügen flächiger Körper

Vorrichtung zum Fügen flächiger Körper, wobei wenigstens einer der Körper (1, 2) aus einem thermoplastischen Faserverbundwerkstoff besteht, mit- einer Spannvorrichtung mit wenigstens zwei Spannbacken (3, 4), die den zu fügenden Bereich (dPlast) der Körper (1, 2) frei lassen,- einer Schneidvorrichtung zum Abschneiden des den Niet (8) darstellenden Endenbereich eines Stabes (9) aus einer faserverstärkten thermoplastischen Matrix,- einem ringförmigen Infrarot-Heizstrahler (5) zum partiellen Aufschmelzen der thermoplastischen Matrix des Körpers (1, 2) aus dem thermoplastischen Faserverbundwerkstoff,- kreisbogenförmig ausgebildeten Spiegeln zur Reflexion von nicht zu den Körpern (1, 2) abgestrahlter Wärmestrahlung (Q) des ringförmigen Infrarot-Heizstrahlers (5),- einer Einrichtung zum Anspitzen eines Stabes (9),- einem an den Stab angekoppelten Antrieb zum Einführen des Stabes (9) in den partiell aufgeschmolzenen Bereich des Körpers (1, 2) aus dem thermoplastischen Faserverbundwerkstoff oder ...

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Herstellen mehrlagiger Produkte

Vorrichtung zum Anbohren von Kunststoffrohren von Versorgunsleitungen

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Borstenwaren und Vorrichtung zur Durchführung des Verfahrens

The present invention relates to a method for producing brush articles that involves producing a bristle support (5) made of a thermoplastic material and provided with holes for receiving the bristles (3). The bristles have their fixation ends introduced into the holes and a pressure is then applied onto the bristle support (5) at its surface comprising the holes in order to compress said bristle support (5), whereby the overall height of said support can be reduced while its mass can be displaced so as to contract the holes at the fixation ends of the bristles and so that said mass surrounds the bristles laterally. This invention also relates to a device for realising said method.

KNITTERFREIE BEKLEIDUNG UND VERFAHREN ZU DEREN HESTELLUNG

Rohrförmiger Behälter und Verfahren und Vorrichtung zu dessen Herstellung

Abbildungsvorrichtung, Herstellungsverfahren dafür und Haltemechanismus dafür

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Abbildungsvorrichtung (50) mit einer Basis (51), auf der ein Abbildungselement (57) vorgesehen ist, einem zylinderisch geformten Kunststoff-Linsenelement (61), das eine Kollektivlinse (59) im Innern hält, und einem Kunststoff-Rohrelement (53), in dem sich das Linsenelement (61) in der axialen Richtung bewegen kann und das über dem Abbildungselement (57) vorgesehen ist, wobei das Rohrelement (53) und das Linsenelement (61) durch Laserschweißen (65) verbunden sind, sowie ein Herstellungsverfahren dafür und einen für diese Herstellung verwendeten Abbildungsvorrichtungs-Haltemechanismus.

Vorrichtung zum Verschliessen von Hohlkoerpern,vorzugsweise Flaschen aus thermoplastischem Kunststoff,durch Verschweissen mittels Ultraschall

Adjustable composite resin connector for joining sheet material

Method for reinforcing composite structures

METHOD OF WELDING THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS

... 1388293 Seaming non-metallic sheet material MANNESMANN AG 27 April 1972 [1 June 1971] 19735/72 Heading B5K [Also in Divisions F2 and H5] A thermoplastic main pipe 1 is welded to a thermoplastic branch pipe 2 by interposing a star-shaped coiled resistance wire 3 between the pipe 1 and branch pipe 2 and passing current through the resistance wire whilst pressing the pipes together. The coiled wire 3 is preferably covered with a thermoplastic layer 4 and current is supplied to opposite sides of the star form connections 8, 9. The wire 3 is in the form of an endless loop. In operation, the star-shaped heating element 3, 4 which may be welded to one of the parts to be welded together, is interposed between the branch pipe 2 and pipe 1 which are pressed together by a divided clamp 5 provided with compression springs 7 on bolts 6, and current is passed through the element. The element remains in the welded joint. A groove in the branch pipe 2 which surrounds the heating element 3, 4 receives any ...

Improvements relating to welding thermo-plastic materials

... 729,742. Seaming non-metallic sheet material. ENGLISH ELECTRIC CO., Ltd. Feb. 13, 1953 [Nov. 19, 1951], No. 27055/51. Class 42 (1). [Also in Group XI] Thermoplastic material, such as polythene, which has a low power factor at frequencies employed in high-frequency dielectric heating apparatus, is welded by applying to the material a tool which is heated by electromagnetic induction so as to cause local softening of the material, the tool being subsequently cooled to solidify the material of the weld while maintaining the weld under sufficient pressure to cause adhesion. Two sheets of material may be welded together between a pair of opposed metal jaws, each arranged in the field of a work coil capable of being supplied with highfrequency energy; when the material is softened, the electrical supply is cut off and the jaws are cooled by cooling fluid such as water which is passed through ducts in the jaws close to the working surfaces, the material being maintained under sufficient pressure ...

Resin infusion process

Method and means for fabricating textile articles using thermoplastic adhesives

... 1,143,426. Coating cores by extrusion; seaming non-metallic sheet material. WM. E. WRIGHT & SONS CO. 20 May, 1966 [26 May, 1965], No. 22563/66. Headings B5A and B5K. [Also in Division D1] Filaments suitable for use in the bonding together of fabrics are produced by applying to a continuous flexible filament, e.g. a cotton thread, by extrusion, a continuous casting of a thermoplastic adhesive resin which may be a polyester resin and may have a softening point of 240- 260‹ F. and a flow point of 325-475‹ F. The thread 12 in Fig. 1 is unwound from spool 10 and led through an extruder 14 heated by electric band heaters 18 into which is fed particles or powder of thermoplastic adhesive from hopper 16, the hot melt being extruded from extruder nozzle 19. The coated thread 20 is cooled by passage through a cooling water bath 24, treated with a lubricant or drying agent, e.g. talcum powder, at 25 and wound on spool 26. When used for bonding together fabrics, the coated filament wound on a carrier ...

METHOD OF JOINING TWO SHEETS

... 1389095 Seaming non-metallic sheet material E T SKINNER & CO Ltd 13 Nov 1973 [16 Nov 1972] 52939/72 Heading B5K Two sheets 1 each of which has a central layer of a plastic material which has a low recovery rate and which is faced on both surfaces with outer fabric layers 2 are joined by bonding edging tapes 3 to those edges of the sheets to be joined in such manner that each tape 3 is bonded both to the corresponding central plastic layer and to the adjacent edges of the layers 2, and joining the covered edges of the sheets together in abutting relationship by bonding together the tapes 3. Preferably, the plastic material has small glass spheres embedded therein and each layer 2 comprises a high recovery rate elasticated fabric. The tapes 3 may be of neoprene. The covered edges are joined by coating the facing surfaces of the tapes 3 with adhesive and bringing them together. The sheets are stitched together at 5. In modifications (not shown), the stitching 5 is omitted and heat welding, ...

Panels

A method of manufacturing a composite, polymeric panel comprising providing first 30 and second 32 moulded polymeric sub-panels, the sub-panels each having at least one corresponding adhesive bed surface 36, 40, and at least one of said sub-panels comprising a plurality of integrally-moulded spacers 44; applying adhesive to the or each adhesive bed surface, bringing the first and second sub-panels together surface such that the spacers of a respective sub-panel engage the other of the sub-panels to maintain the corresponding adhesive bed surfaces at a pre-determined spacing; and prior to the adhesive setting fully, welding the first and second sub-panels together, each weld being formed at a position where a spacer contacts the other of the sub-panels. Welding the sub-panels together may be by laser welding or ultrasonic welding. A composite polymeric panel and a method of manufacturing a polymeric tailgate panel for a motor vehicle is also provided.

FRICTION WELD ORIENTATION SYSTEM

GARMENT SEAM

Improvements in or relating to seams

... 979,829. Seaming non-metallic sheet material. SIEBE GORMAN & CO. Ltd. Dec. 23, 1963 [April 24, 1963], No. 16098/63. Heading B5K. [Also in Division D1] A seam joining two pieces 10, 11 of proofed fabric together comprises at least one row of stitches 12 or rivets uniting the pieces 10, 11 together; a layer 15 of impervious material covering the row of stitches 12 on one face of the pieces 10, 11, and a length 16 of elastomeric material on the other face of the pieces 10, 11 to seal and protect the stitched joint, the elastomic material having been vulcanized or cured when located over the seam to fuse and extend through the needle holes of the stitches. As shown, the pieces 10, 11 are coated with rubber 10a, 11a on their outer faces and folded over marginal parts 13, 14 thereof are stitched together at 12. The parts 13, 14 are folded back against the pieces 10, 11, respectively, after application of a bonding agent to the parts 13, 14 and/or the pieces 10, 11. An impervious tape 15 made ...

Method of welding a mattress cover and system implementing the method

Improved transport equipment

A method of manufacturing an item of traffic equipment 20, comprises moulding a main body from an elastomeric material at an elevated temperature; removing the main body from the mould, the main body is at an intermediate temperature between the elevated moulding temperature and ambient temperature; placing a pre-formed piece of a thermoplastic paint sheet material in contact with a surface of the main body and applying heat to an outward surface of the sheet material to cause bonding between the contacting surfaces of the pre-formed piece of sheet material and the main body. An item of traffic equipment, including a main body having a relief pattern on its outer surface defining at least one recess 26 is also provided. The thermoplastic paint sheet material may include reflective beads integrated therein. The step of applying heat may include using a heat gun. The item may be a speed ramp, traffic cone, road traffic barrier, or railway sleeper.

A METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SEALING

Improvements in and relating to golf balls

... 175,417. White, A. E., (Goodrich Co., B. F.). Nov. 17,1920. Balls.-The core of a golf-ball is formed with a liquid centre preferably of oil enclosed within an envelope substantially impervious to the liquid composed of segments of gelatine united by a circumferential seam and having an outer envelope of vulcanized rubber hemispheres united by a circumferential seam. The liquid is loaded with oxide of zinc and the rubber envelope with lead, &c. As shown, plates 13, 14, Fig. 1, of plastic gelatine are arranged within a die with the liquid such as castor oil between them. The margins of the plates are pressed together by the plate 16, and the upper die member 19 is forced downwards to cut off the segments of the envelope and press their edges together. The gelatine envelope is placed in a die, Fig. 3, and the rubber envelope applied to it with the seam at right-angles to that of the gelatine envelope. The cores are next placed in a vulcanizing mould and subjected to heat and pressure, the ...

Golf club head including mechanical and adhesive joints

A golf club head includes a metallic section, a polymeric section, and an adhesive material. The metallic section defines an opening and the polymeric section extends over the opening. The adhesive material is disposed between the metallic section and the polymeric section to form an adhesive joint therebetween. The adhesive joint has an adhesive retaining strength configured to inhibit the polymeric section from being detached from the metallic section when the adhesive material is at least partially cured. The metallic section and the polymeric section are also mechanically engaged with one another to form a mechanical joint therebetween having a mechanical retaining strength configured to inhibit the polymeric section from being detached from the metallic section. The adhesive retaining strength of the adhesive joint, alone, is greater than the mechanical retaining strength of the mechanical joint, alone, only when the adhesive material is at least partially cured.

Manufacture of tubular products

Improvements in or relating to tape-applying machines

... 462,120. Taping-machines. BRITISH UNITED SHOE MACHINERY CO., Ltd., SIMMS, E. H., and PRATT, J. W. July 29, 1935, Nos. 21450 and 31987. [Class 73] Apparatus for applying adhesive tape to work pieces of the kind described in Specification 292,652, [Class 73], is modified for applying tape to the seams of raincoats. For this purpose the presser member or the work support is given a laminated structure whereby the different thicknesses presented by the seam and tape are pressed, and means are provided for stripping the tape from the presser member on its upward movement and for holding the work during the idle movement of the presser member. Fig. 1 (21450/35) shows a form in which the work support 301, pivoted at 305, consists of a block having an inverted T-shaped slot in which is housed a row of inverted T-shaped plates 311 pressed upwards by springs 313 and retained in the block by side plates 315. The tape is pressed by a serrated member 325 carried by a plunger 145 actuated as in the above ...

Improvements in the seams of waterproof garments

... 436,774. Attaching rubber to other surfaces. GREENGATE & IRWELL RUBBER CO., Ltd., and WHITE, L., Greengate, Salford. March 22, 1935, No. 8964. [Class 70] [See also Group VII] Two pieces of rubber-proofed cloth, particularly for a waterproof garment, are joined by sticking the edges a together with rubber solution along a margin about half an inch wide and stitching at b; the united edges a are, folded over and stuck to one piece of cloth, and the whole seam is covered by a strip of rubber-faced tape. The stitching b is preferably midway of the united edges a, which may be roughened prior to sticking.

A storage sleeve and method of manufacturing the same

MANUFACTURE OF TUBULAR LAMINATES

Manufacture of tubular laminates

A tubular lining for lining passages is formed from a laminate comprising a resin absorbent layer and an impermeable skin. The laminate is wrapped to tubular form with the skin outermost and the free edges are butted together and are connected in this condition by a sewing operation. A sealing ribbon is applied over the sewing to seal the seam and stitching to prevent the flow of liquid or synthetic resin through the seam when the lining is used. ...

Led large gauge made out of thermoplastic matter, more especially led evacuation, process and installation for its realization.

Hermetric fixing of a plastic body in the opening of a panel.

PRODUCTION OF WATERPROOF SEWN SEALS FOR CLOTHES

CAPS AND PROCEDURES FOR THE THEIR PRODUCTION

VERFAHREN UND VORRICHTUNG ZUM BEFESTIGEN EINES UMGEFALTETEN RANDSTREIFENS EINER TEXTILBAHN OD.DGL. AN DIESER

PASS LOT SEAM SYSTEM FOR THE CONNECTION OF LAMINATES

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR VERTICAL PACKING IN BAGS

Pipe with collar and loose flange

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Herstellverfahren für ein Kunststoffrohr (1) mit Vorschweißbund (2), welches Kunststoffrohr (1) eine medienbeständige Innenschicht (4) und eine formgebende Außenschicht (3) aufweist. Das Verfahren umfasst folgende Verfahrensschritte: - Bereitstellen des Kunststoffrohres (1), welches die medienbeständige Innenschicht (4) und die formgebende Außenschicht (3) aufweist; - Anbringen des Vorschweißbundes (2) am Kunststoffrohr (1) durch Extrusionsbearbeitung an der formgebenden Außenschicht (3) des Kunststoffrohres (1), wobei bei der Extrusionsbearbeitung ein Extrusionsmaterial (8) auf die Außenschicht (3) des Kunststoffrohres (1) aufgebracht wird und wobei die Extrusionsparameter an die physikalischen Eigenschaften der Außenschicht (3) und der Innenschicht (4) angepasst sind, sodass die medienbeständige Innenschicht (4) während der Extrusionsbearbeitung nicht zerstört wird.

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR FASTENING A UMGEFALTETEN EDGE STRIP OF A TEXTILE COURSE OD.DGL. AT THIS

WELDED AIRBAGHÜLLE WITH REINFORCEMENT SEAMS

Induktionsverbindungsmuffe

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Induktionsverbindungsmuffe (1) zum Schmelzverbinden von Kunststoffrohren (2, 3). Die Induktionsverbindungsmuffe (1) umfasst einen Muffenkörper (9) mit einem ersten (5) und einem zweiten Aufnahmeabschnitt (7) zur Aufnahme von ersten (4) und zweiten Verbindungsabschnitten (6) der zu verbindenden Kunststoffrohre (2, 3), ein erstes Induktionsheizelement (12) und ein zweites Induktionsheizelement (13). Der Muffenkörper (9) umfasst einen Innenteil (10), welcher Innenteil (10) die beiden Aufnahmeabschnitte (5, 7) ausbildet und an welchem die Induktionsheizelemente (12, 13) derart aufgenommen sind, dass die Ausnehmungen (16) der Induktionsheizelemente (12) von dem Innenteil (10) durchsetzt sind und im Bereich der Induktionsheizelemente (12, 13) diese an deren Außenmantelflächen (14, 15) bündig mit dem Innenteil (10) abschließen. Der Muffenkörper (9) umfasst weiters einen Außenteil (11), welcher stoffschlüssig mit dem Innenteil (10) verbunden ist und die Außenmantelflächen ...

Strumpfhose

Die Strumpfhose weist mindestens eine Verbindungsnaht (7, 12-14) auf, durch die zwei Strumpfhosenteile (1, 2, 6) der Strumpfhose miteinander verschweißt sind und entlang von der ein die Verbindungsnaht (7, 12-14) überdeckendes Verstärkungsband (31) auf die beiden durch die Verbindungsnaht (7, 12-14) miteinander verbundenen Strumpfhosenteile (1, 2, 6) aufgeklebt ist. Das gewebte Verstärkungsband (31) weist in Längsrichtung des Verstärkungsbandes (31) verlaufende Kettfäden (40), deren Dehnbarkeit mehr als 200% beträgt, und quer zur Längsrichtung des Verstärkungsbandes (31) verlaufende Schussfäden (41) auf, deren Dehnbarkeit weniger als 70% beträgt.

LIQUID DENSITY SEAM FOR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

PACK MEANS FOIL.

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF MEDICAL BAGS

SHAPED PART FROM THERMOPLASTIC MATERIAL.

LASER WELDING FROM ZAHNHBÜRSTENKÖPFEN TO GRASPS

PROCEDURE FOR THE LASER BY JET WELDING OF PLASTIC PARTS

KNITTERFREIE CLOTHING AND PROCEDURE FOR OF THEM HESTELLUNG

CLUTCH FOR PIPINGS

Fittings

TRANSPORTATION OF PASSENGERS VEHICLE BODIES

WELDING DEVICE WITH A HEATING DEVICE FOR THE HEATING UP OF THERMOPLASTIC GRP COMPONENTS MATERIAL VOLUMES

Device for taut applying of fabric coverings, in particular plastic foils on a flat article

PIECE OF CLOTHING

MULTI-LAYER PRODUCT

Glue joint and a joint production method

METHOD FOR MAKING A LOW OHMIC PRESSURE-CONTACT ELECTRICAL CONNECTION BETWEEN SPLIT RING ELECTRODE AND LEAD WIRE

A method for attaching a split ring electrode to a catheter tip section includes providing a tubing with a lumen and an opening in the tubing side wall, passing an electrode lead wire through the opening, and wrapping the lead wire around the tubing. A split ring electrode is mounted on the tubing over the wrapped lead wire and opening, with electrically-conductive thermoplastic elastomeric adhesive applied between the ring electrode and the outer surface of the tubing, and reheated to reflow.

Distance mode control for laser welding

PROCESS FOR PACKAGING CIGARETTES

High strength polymer-based cartridge casing and manufacturing method

A high strength polymer-based cartridge (10) casing can include a first end having a mouth (14) and a neck (12) extending away from the mouth. Next, a shoulder extends below the neck and away from the first end. The cartridge can be have a frangible portion capable of being split upon discharge of a projectile. The shoulder can have unequal outside and inside shoulder angles. The casing can also include an insert having a rim (19a) at one end or a plurality of ribs extending longitudinally along a wall between the shoulder and the bottom of the cartridge and spaced radially from each other around a circumference of the wall. A projectile can be disposed in the mouth and a relief can be disposed on the neck near the mouth and projectile. The relief can form a gap between the neck and the projectile to receive an adhesive.

Process and device for measuring weld seam geometry

Waterproof seam sealing

Method of manufacturing a surgical implant having a marking

In a method of manufacturing a surgical implant, a flexible areal basic structure (10) having a first face (12) and a second face is provided. At least one linear marking thread (20) is placed, in a floating manner, onto one of the faces of the basic structure (10) and mechanically fixed (e.g. by stitching) to the basic structure (10) at a first location (21, 21', 23) and at a second location (22, 22', 24) which are spaced from each other. Thereafter, the linear marking thread (20) is thermally fixed to the basic structure (10), in an area between the first location (21, 21', 23) and the second location (22, 22', 24), by a melt-fusing process.

A method of joining reinforced thermoplastic pipes

Laser joining toothbrush heads to handles

DEVICE OF PLASTICS MATERIAL FOR MAKING A PERFORATION IN AN UNDERLYING ELEMENT OF PLASTICS MATERIAL, PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A DEVICE OF THIS KIND, AND ITS UTILISATION FORMAKING BRANCH PIPE CONNECTIONS

COMPOSITE CLOSURES FOR CONTAINERS

Conventional adhesive and contact welding methods for holding the paperboard and plastic components of a composite closure together present a number disadvantages and do not lend themselves easily to mass production. The present invention describes two novel approaches, firstly the pre-assembly heating of the closure components with directed hot air to partially melt the thermoplastic surfaces and allow the parts to be immediately assembled sealingly and, secondly, a novel construction of plastic and paperboard composite closure in which the plastic rim is of a two-piece snap-fit constructions which firmly grips the top panel of the paperboard lid.

FLUID TRANSFER MEMBER AND ASSEMBLY WHICH INCLUDE A RADIANT ENERGY ABSORBING WALL HAVING OPTIMAL MELT CHARACTERISTICS

A FLUID TRANSFER MEMBER AND ASSEMBLY WHICH INCLUDE A RADIANT ENERGY ABSORBING WALL HAVING OPTIMAL MELT CHARACTERISTICS A fluid transfer member (10) has a radiant energy absorbing wall (14) which melts in response to the application of radiant energy. In accordance with the invention, the melt characteristics of the wall (14) are optimized to the greatest possible extent by providing the wall (14) with a density, or opacity, to the applied radiant energy which lies in a range of between about 3 and about 12. The density is determined by multiplying the wall's radiant energy absorbance by the thickness of the wall (14).

FABRIC SEAMS

A method is disclosed of forming a seam joining together two edges of a piece of fabric coated on one face with a water-impervious high frequency weldable plastics material, so as to form a water-impervious seam. In the method, the two edges are located together with the said coated faces facing outwardly, a binding strip is located over the said coated faces, the face of the binding strip in contact with the coated faces itself being coated with a high frequency activated material, and a radiofrequency field is applied to the seam to weld together adjacent said coated faces of the binding strip and the fabric. Certain forms of polyurethane and poly(vinyl chloride) are given as examples of high frequency activated materials. A novel seam is also disclosed.

HEAT-SHRINKABLE ARTICLE

HEAT-SHRINKABLE ARTICLE Heat-resistant pressure-sensitive adhesives are used to form the closure of a heat-shrinkable wrap around sleeve. Suitable pressure-sensitive adhesives include silicone-based adhesives and thermosetting adhesives, and secure the closure by heat stable closure edges.

HEAT SEALING FILM CUT-OFF DEVICE

TITLE HEAT SEALING FILM CUT OFF DEVICE A heat sealing and cut-off device for making packages with shrink film wrapping. The device includes a rotating anvil and a counter-rotating knife and clamping bars. The rotations are synchronous and independently mounted clamping bars hold the film for heat sealing and severing without scuffing.

Method For Producing Food Filled and Sealed Container

It is a method for producing a food-filled and sealed container having a high product value, in which a container lid made of resin is not deformed after sealing. In this method for producing a food-filled and sealed container, after a food is filled in a container body ( 10 ) made of thermoplastic resin, the container is sealed by heat sealing a container lid ( 20 ) made of thermoplastic resin, and the container body ( 10 ) and/or the container lid ( 20 ) have sealing surfaces ( 13, 24 ) provided with a concavity or convexity.

Method for laminating fiber-reinforced thermoplastic resin prepreg

To provide a method for manufacturing a multi-layered near net shape for a mold product with improved yields of material, strength and rigidity. Prepreg tapes 1 of composite material comprised of thermoplastic resin and reinforced fibers are used to manufacture the near net shape, wherein the prepreg tapes 1 in a same layer are disposed in different directions based on the directions of fibers contained the prepreg tapes 1 and an outer force to be applied to the mold product, and wherein each prepreg tape 1 is placed and stitched by a suitable stitching method.

Component Connection and Method for the Detachable Connection of the Components of a Component Connection

A connection between components includes a first component, a second component, and at least two pairs of fixing elements spaced apart by which the two components are detachably connected. Each pair of fixing elements has a female fixing element and a male fixing element that is inserted into the female fixing element. A fixing element of each pair of fixing elements is provided on the first component and the other fixing element of each pair of fixing elements is provided on the second component. The fixing elements are arranged such that on detachable connection of the two components by the pairs of fixing elements in the two components, a bending stress results in the components. 1. A connection between components , comprising:a first component;a second component; each pair of fixing elements comprises a female fixing element and a male fixing element configured for insertion into the female fixing element,', 'a fixing element of each pair of fixing elements is provided on the first component and the other fixing element of each pair of fixing elements is provided on the second component, and', 'the fixing elements of the pairs of fixing elements are respectively located on the first and second components to produce a bending stress in the first and second components upon detachably connecting the two components, whereby a bending of the first and second components occurs., 'at least two pairs of fixing elements arranged at a distance from one another and by which the first and second components are detachably connected to each other, wherein'}2. The connection between components according to claim 1 , wherein the fixing elements are located such that one of the first and second components is subjected to bending stress in a region between the pairs of fixing elements.3. The connection between components according to claim 1 , wherein a measured distance along a surface of the first component between the fixing elements provided on the first component is ...

Aircraft assembly and method for producing an aircraft assembly

An aircraft assembly is provided having a first aircraft component and a second aircraft component, at least one of the aircraft components being composed of a fibre-reinforced composite material, a connecting device connecting the first aircraft component to the second aircraft component, the connecting device including a first and a second section having a carrier element connected to the first and second aircraft components respectively, the first section having a first surface facing the first aircraft component and a second surface facing away from the first aircraft components, the second section having a first surface facing the second aircraft component and a second surface facing away from the second aircraft component. The first and second sections include a plurality of hook and loop elements extending from the second surface of the carrier element and cooperate to produce a hook and loop connection between the first and second aircraft components.

Stitchless Seam System For Joining Laminates

A stitchless seam between a first panel having a functional layer and a second panel having a functional layer is provided. The seam system is formed via a discontinuous fused stitchless seam which connects a first panel to a second panel. A reinforcement may be used to strengthen the discontinuous fused stitchless seam connecting the first panel to the second panel, allowing formation of a liquid-impervious stitchless seam system. A method for forming the system is also provided.

Bag With Reinforcing Seam Tape

A bag with reinforcing seam tape is provided. The bag has a bottom, at least two sides, and at least two ends formed from textile panels; the textile panels are joined by seams. A reinforcing seam tape adheres to at least a portion of the seam. The reinforcing seam tape is made of thermoplastic polyurethane having a thickness between 0.3 millimeters and 0.8 millimeters. At least one face of the seam tape may have a cross-sectional shape that provides structural support to the bag.

Method and Device for Making a Continuous Strip of a Highly Adhesive Product Packaged in a Thermoplastic Film

A process for manufacturing a continuous strip of self-sealing product having very low hardness, being very elastic and highly tacky, said strip being intended for feeding a converting machine, during which a thermoplastic protective film is deposited on the surface of the strip, and comprising the steps during which: a strip of self-sealing product P is extruded to a first cross section (S), at the outlet of the extrusion die (), the strip is surrounded over its entire perimeter using a thermoplastic film () by welding the film to itself, after having deposited the film () around the strip, the strip is calendered in order to bring it down to a second cross section (S), smaller than the first cross section. 1. A process for manufacturing a continuous strip of self-sealing product having very low hardness , being very elastic and highly tacky , said strip being intended for feeding a converting machine , during which a thermoplastic protective film is deposited on the surface of the strip , and comprising the steps during which:a strip of self-sealing product P is extruded to a first cross section,at the outlet of the extrusion die, the strip is surrounded over its entire perimeter using a thermoplastic film by welding the film to itself, andwherein, after having deposited the film around the strip, the strip is calendered in order to bring it down to a second cross section, smaller than the first cross section.2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , during the calendering step claim 1 , the strip of self-sealing product has a temperature above the softening point of the film.3. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the first cross section of the strip is defined so that the ratio between the cross section of the strip and its perimeter is greater than or equal to 100 times the thickness of the film.4. The process according to claim 1 , wherein a thermoplastic film having a melting point below 110° C. is chosen claim 1 , and wherein claim 1 , ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A TRIM ELEMENT HAVING A DECORATIVE AREA WITH A PARTICULAR APPEARANCE

A vehicle interior trim element has at least one substrate layer covered with a skin having an outer surface containing a plurality of asperities, regularly distributed on the outer surface. The outer surface of the skin defines an outer surface of the trim element that is visible within the vehicle interior. The trim element may be processed by applying a heat source on part of the outer surface forming a decorative area, the application of the heat source being arranged to at least reduce the height of the asperities in the decorative areas such that the decorative area has a different appearance from the rest of the outer surface. 1. A method for producing a vehicle trim element , comprising at least one substrate layer covered with a skin having an outer surface that includes a plurality of asperities , regularly distributed on said outer surface and protruding from said surface , said method comprising a step of forming an assembly comprising the substrate layer and the skin , the outer surface of the skin defining an outer surface of said assembly , the method being characterized in that it comprises a step of applying a heat source on part of the outer surface forming a decorative area , said application being done at a predetermined temperature and pressure for a predetermined period of time and being arranged to at least reduce the height of the asperities in the decorative areas such that the decorative area has a different appearance from the rest of the outer surface.2. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the heat source is formed by a press having an application surface with a shape substantially complementary to the shape of the decorative area claim 1 , said application surface being heated to the predetermined temperature and the press being applied on the decorative area at the predetermined pressure.3. The method according to claim 2 , characterized in that the press applies a vacuum on the application surface thereof such that ...

BLENDED INSULATION BLANKET

An insulation blanket includes a blend of a first component and a second component. The first component is a first fiber material selected from a group consisting of glass fibers, mineral fibers, basalt fibers, natural fibers and mixtures thereof. The second component is made of a second material selected from a group consisting of thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers, monofilament fibers, a thermal setting resin and mixtures thereof. 116-. (canceled)17. A method of making an insulation blanket , comprising the steps of:blending glass fibers and thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers, wherein the glass fibers have an average fiber diameter of between about 2 to about 20 microns and the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers have an average fiber diameter of between about 10 to about 30 microns, and wherein the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers comprise a first layer made from a first polymer and a second layer made from a second polymer, the first polymer having a lower melting point than the second polymer; andheat bonding the glass fibers and the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers together with the first polymer of the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers being melted and the second polymer of the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers maintaining fiber integrity to form an insulation blanket without adding binder in addition to the first polymer of the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers, and wherein the glass fibers are produced inline with the heat bonding and forming of the insulation blanket.18. The method of claim 17 , wherein the glass fibers have an average fiber length of between about 6.35 to about 304.8 mm and the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers have an average fiber length of between about 12.7 to about 152.4 mm.19. The method of further comprising mechanically bonding the glass fibers and the thermoplastic copolymer bi-component fibers together.20. The method of claim 19 , wherein the ...

METHOD OF CONNECTING MEMBERS

With respect to methods of connecting two or more members where at least one of them comprises a resin member, there is provided a method of connecting members that is capable of firmly connecting two or more members with a rivet without causing the matrix resin to crack even when a joining method that uses a self-pierce rivet is applied to the connecting method. The method of connecting members is a method of connecting members in which overlapping portions of two or more members are connected, the method comprising: disposing a resin member, whose matrix resin comprises a thermoplastic resin, at at least a bottom layer forming the overlapping portions; and, with the matrix resin melted by heat treating at least the resin member of the overlapping portions, driving in a self-pierce rivet from above a member at a top layer of the overlapping portions so that it reaches an interior of the resin member, and connecting the overlapping portions by curing the matrix resin. 15.-. (canceled)6. A method of connecting members in which overlapping portions of two or more members are connected , the method comprising:disposing a resin member, whose matrix resin comprises a thermoplastic resin, at at least a bottom layer forming the overlapping portions; andwith the matrix resin melted by heat treating at least the resin member of the overlapping portions, driving in a self-pierce rivet from above a member at a top layer of the overlapping portions so that it reaches an interior of the resin member, and connecting the overlapping portions by curing the matrix resin.7. The method of connecting members according to claim 6 , wherein the resin member comprises a fiber-reinforced resin member comprising a fiber material inside the matrix resin.8. The method of connecting members according to claim 6 , wherein the resin member at the bottom layer is mounted on a rivet die with a built-in heater claim 6 , and the matrix resin is melted through heat treatment by the heater.9. The ...

Stitched Multi-Layer Fabric

A stitched multi-layer fabric is provided. The fabric includes an interior layer, a barrier layer, a yarn, and a face layer. The barrier layer is disposed over the interior layer and is configured to inhibit fluid flow. The yarn is stitched through the interior layer and the barrier layer. The yarn secures the interior layer to the barrier layer and forms stitch holes in the barrier layer. The face layer is disposed over the barrier layer. A melted portion of the barrier layer bonds the face layer and the barrier layer together and fills a portion of the stitch holes in the barrier layer.

Methods Of Joining Textiles And Other Elements Incorporating A Thermoplastic Polymer Material

A yarn or thread may include a plurality of substantially aligned filaments, with at least ninety-five percent of a material of the filaments being a thermoplastic polymer material. Various woven textiles and knitted textiles may be formed from the yarn or thread. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be thermal bonded to other elements to form seams. A strand that is at least partially formed from a thermoplastic polymer material may extend through the seam, and the strand may be thermal bonded at the seam. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be shaped or molded, incorporated into products, and recycled to form other products.

INTEGRAL STIFFENER

An integral composite wing spar () and composite stiffener () formed by simultaneous curing of the matrix components in a specialised tool. A method of manufacture and tool is also provided. 1. A method of manufacturing an aircraft structure comprising the steps of:providing a structural member mould part at least partially defining a first part of a mould surface of an aircraft structural member,providing a stiffener mould part at least partially defining a mould surface of an aircraft stiffener,applying a pre-cured stiffener composite material component to the stiffener mould part,assembling the structural member mould part and the stiffener mould part, such that the pre-cured stiffener composite material component defines a second part of the mould surface of the aircraft structural member,applying a pre-cured structural member composite material component to the assembled mould in contact with the first and second parts of the mould surface of the aircraft structural member,simultaneously curing the structural member and stiffener to form an integral aircraft fixed structural member and stiffener.2. A method of manufacturing an aircraft fixed aerodynamic structure according to in which the first and second parts of the mould surface of the aircraft structural member are substantially continuous.3. A method of manufacturing an aircraft fixed aerodynamic structure according to in which the first and second parts of the mould surface of the aircraft structural member are co-planar.4. A method of manufacture according to in which at least one of the pre-cured composite material components is a pre-impregnated fibre component.5. A method of manufacture according to in which the mould parts are releasably assembled.6. A method of manufacture according to in which the mould parts are assembled with mechanical fasteners.7. A method of manufacture according to in which the first and second parts of the mould surface of the aircraft structural member are substantially C- ...

METHOD OF MAKING A HELMET

This invention relates to a method of making a helmet using a preform subassembly with arms which have an area that matches a perimeter profile of a specified geometric shape. By use of the area matching perform with arms, the thickness of the helmet is more uniform, seams in the preform can be minimized, and the ballistic resistance of the resulting helmet can be increased. 1. A method of determining the shape and size of a preform subassembly for a helmet;wherein the helmet is characterized by a hemispherical shape, and the hemispherical shape has a center point and central axis that passes through the center point; and{'sup': 'i', 'wherein the preform subassembly shape comprises m arms arranged about a center point, each arm has at least one width (W), and m=3 or 4; comprising'}{'sup': 1', '2', '3', 'n, '(a) providing a series of n reference planes (P, P, P. . . P) that is each orthogonal to the central axis and describes a circular shape at the location of its intersection with the hemispherical shape;'}{'sup': i', 'i', 'i', 'i', '1', '1', '2', '3', 'n', '1', '2', '3', 'n, '(b) measuring, for each reference plane, (1) the perimeter length (referred to as Hfor P) of the circular shape, and (2) the length defined by the distance along the hemispherical shape of the arc (referred to as Afor P) that exists between the location of the intersection of the plane therewith and the center point, wherein for a subassembly in which Pis the closest plane to the center point A Подробнее

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COMPOSITE PANEL AND COMPOSITE PANEL

A method for producing a composite sandwich panel wherein a core is inserted between a first and a second sheet of a fibrous reinforcing material, wherein the first and the second sheet and the core are connected to each other by means of connecting fibrous reinforcing material to produce a sandwich structure, wherein the sandwich structure is impregnated with a resin and wherein at least part of the core is removed after the connecting fibrous reinforcing material has been impregnated with resin and the resin has hardened at least partly. 1. A method for producing a composite sandwich panel wherein a core is inserted between a first and a second sheet of a fibrous reinforcing material , wherein the first and the second sheet and the core are connected to each other by means of connecting fibrous reinforcing material to produce a sandwich structure , wherein the sandwich structure is impregnated with a resin , characterised in that at least part of the core is removed after the connecting fibrous reinforcing material has been impregnated with resin and the resin has hardened at least partly.2. A method according to claim 1 , characterised in that at least part of the core is removed after the resin has hardened to such an extent that the at least partly hardened resin is capable of maintaining the position of the connecting fibrous reinforcing material and the first and second sheet of fibrous reinforcing material with respect to each other.3. A method according to claim 2 , characterised in that the core is removed after the resin has hardened substantially completely.4. A method according to claim 1 , characterised in that the core is removed using a method from the group of chemical reaction or decomposition claim 1 , dissolution claim 1 , physical removal claim 1 , or a combination of two or more of these methods.5. A method according to claim 1 , characterised in that the composite panel is impregnated with a curable thermosetting resin or a thermoplastic ...

Method of Joining a Ceramic Plug Tip and a Steel Support Member Using a Threaded Joint and an Adhesive

A valve plug assembly includes a support member having a support member body having a first end and a second end. A stem bore adapted to receive a valve stem may extend axially inward from the second end, and a mating protrusion may extend axially outward from the first end. The valve plug assembly also includes a plug tip having a first end and a second end, and a plug surface adapted to engage a valve seat is disposed adjacent to the first end. A mating bore may extend axially inward from the second end, and the mating protrusion may be received into the mating bore such that a threaded portion of the mating protrusion engages a threaded portion of the mating bore. Additionally, an adhesive bonds the threaded portion of the mating protrusion to the threaded portion of the mating bore. 1. A valve plug assembly comprising:a support member having a support member body having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the support member also having an axially disposed first mating feature disposed adjacent the first end of the support member body, wherein the first mating feature has a threaded portion, the support member also having a stem mating feature disposed proximate to the second end of the support member body, the stem mating feature being adapted to secure the support member to a valve stem, and wherein the support member comprises a metal material;a plug tip having a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the plug tip also having an axially disposed second mating feature disposed adjacent the second end, wherein the second mating feature has a threaded portion, the plug tip also having a plug sealing surface disposed proximate the first end, the plug sealing surface being adapted to sealingly engage a valve seat, and wherein the plug tip comprises a ceramic material; andan adhesive,wherein the threaded portion of the first mating feature of the support member engages the threaded portion of the second mating feature of the plug tip, ...

Coupling device for tube with annular corruguations

The disclosure includes the combination of a flexible rubber tube with annular corrugations and a coupling device for connecting the tube to a fitting. The device includes a latch secured to an end of the tube and a catch associated with the fitting. When the latch is engaged with the catch, the device forces the specially shaped flat annular side wall of the forward most corrugation into surface-to-surface contact with an annular end face of the fitting.

Method of Preparing a Fuel Cell Unitized Electrode Assembly by Ultrasonic Welding

A unitized electrode assembly () for use in the fuel cell comprises a first GDL (), a PEM (), and a second GDL (), with electrode catalysts () disposed between said PEM and each of said GDLs, said layers () being impregnated with a thermoplastic polymer a sufficient distance from each edge of the UEA so as to form a fluid seal (). The UEA is formed by a process which comprises making a sandwich of some or all of said layers ( and ), with thermoplastic polymer film () extending inwardly from the edges of said sandwich a sufficient distance to form the seal, said thermoplastic polymer film being disposed between each electrode and the adjacent GDL and/or between each GDL and release film () on the top and bottom of the sandwich. The sandwich, compressed by force between a holding fixture () and an anvil (), is heated by ultrasonic vibration so as to cause said thermoplastic polymer to melt and impregnate the layers () of the UEA with the film ( and/or and/or ). 1. A method of preparing a fuel cell unitized electrode assembly having a plurality of edges , which method comprises:forming a multi-layer sandwich comprising a first gas diffusion layer having upper and lower surfaces extending throughout the entire electrode assembly, a first electrode catalyst extending throughout the entire electrode assembly, either (a) a first thermoplastic polymer film disposed on said upper surface of said first gas diffusion layer, or (b) a second thermoplastic polymer film disposed on said lower surface of said first gas diffusion layer, or (c) both said first and second thermoplastic polymer films, a proton exchange membrane electrolyte extending throughout the entire electrode assembly and having a first surface adjacent said first electrode catalyst, a second electrode catalyst extending throughout the entire electrode assembly and adjacent a second surface of said proton exchange membrane electrolyte, a second gas diffusion layer extending throughout the entire electrode assembly ...

Reinforced Thermoplastic Structural Joint Assembly For A Vehicle

A structural joint assembly for a vehicle is provided with a first thermoplastic composite member having a protrusion containing fibrous material. A reinforcement member is provided with a receptacle for mating engagement with the protrusion. A second thermoplastic member is mounted to the first thermoplastic member over the protrusion such that the reinforcement member is provided between the first thermoplastic member and the second thermoplastic member but not adhesively bonded or overmolded therebetween. A method of manufacturing a structural joint assembly and a structural joint assembly manufactured by a method are disclosed. The methods include molding a first thermoplastic member with a protrusion with fibrous material and a second thermoplastic member. A reinforcement member has a receptacle and is mounted to the first thermoplastic member. The receptacle is retained by the protrusion without adhesive bonding or overmolding. The second thermoplastic member is joined to the first thermoplastic member. 1. A method of manufacturing a structural joint assembly comprising:molding a first thermoplastic member having at least one protrusion with fibrous material provided therein;molding a second thermoplastic member;providing a reinforcement member sized to be received by the first thermoplastic member and having a receptacle for a mating engagement with the at least one protrusion;mounting the reinforcement member to the first thermoplastic member such that the receptacle of the reinforcement member is retained by the protrusion without adhesive bonding or overmolding; andjoining the second thermoplastic member to the first thermoplastic member at the at least one protrusion such that the reinforcement member is provided between the first thermoplastic member and the second thermoplastic member thereby increasing load capacity.2. The method of manufacturing of further comprising welding the second thermoplastic member to the first thermoplastic member.3. The ...

Multiple discrimination device and method of manufacturing the device

Provided are a multiple discrimination device and a method of manufacturing the same. According to the multiple discrimination device, a three-dimensional micro ferromagnetic pattern is optimally designed and arranged to allow a magnetic force applied to a discrimination-target particle to be discriminated to be well controlled to perform discrimination well. The method employs a semiconductor processing technology, thereby precisely manufacturing and allowing mass production.

Method of adorning an article

A method of adorning an article including the steps of: providing a first layer; cutting the first layer along a first border edge that surrounds a discrete piece of the first layer; separating the discrete piece of the first layer from a remaining portion of the first layer to thereby produce a void within the first border edge; providing a pre-formed insert piece configured to fit within the void and having a second border edge having a shape that conforms to a shape of at least a portion of the first border edge; directing the insert piece into the void with the void and insert piece pre-aligned so that the second border edge is placed against or immediately adjacent to the first border edge where the first and second border edge shapes conform; with the insert piece directed into the void, fixing the insert piece and remaining portion of the first layer together to define an adornment assembly; and integrating the adornment assembly into an article to adorn the article.

Friction welding element, and a method for connecting the friction welding element to a housing

A friction welding method for fastening a connection bushing, such as a threaded bushing for example, in a housing. In order to improve the quality of the connection, the connection bushing is attached to the housing using a friction welding element. The friction welding element consists of the connection bushing, on which a friction welding shell with a radially outer friction welding contour is formed or molded. Connecting and sealing portions are produced between the friction welding element and the housing during the friction welding process by means of a special design of the friction welding contour.

Joining structure

A joining structure includes a first member, a second member of a material different from that of the first member, and a separation mechanism provided between the first member and the second member and that separates the first member and the second member from each other, wherein a resin is filled into the space between the edge of at least one member among the first member and the second member, and the other member.

Interlaced Filtration Barrier

A filtration barrier comprises at least one barrier layer which includes polymeric nanofibers interlaced with microfibers, and at least one substrate layer which includes polymeric microfibers. The filtration barrier can be made by electrospinning process. 127.-. (canceled)28. A method of fabricating a filtration barrier , comprising:obtaining a polymer solution that includes cellulose acetate (CA) and polyethylene oxide (PEO);electrospinning the polymer solution onto a substrate layer to form an interlaced structure of nanofibers and microfibers so that the nanofibers and the microfibers form a barrier layer; andattaching the barrier layer and the substrate layer to obtain the filtration barrier,wherein the nanofibers account for 60%-70% by weight in the barrier layer and the microfibers of the interlaced structure account for 30%-40% by weight in the barrier layer.29. The method of claim 28 , wherein the CA accounts for 10%-20% by weight in the polymer solution.30. The method of claim 28 , wherein the PEO accounts for 0.05%-0.2% by weight in the polymer solution.31. The method of claim 28 , wherein the polymer solution includes benzyltriethylammonium chloride that accounts for 0.1%-0.3% by weight in the polymer solution.32. The method of claim 28 , wherein the polymer solution includes dimethylformamide (DMF) that accounts for 80%-90% by weight in the polymer solution.33. The method of further comprising:varying a conductivity, viscosity or surface tension of the polymer solution during electrospinning the polymer solution onto the substrate layer so that the interlaced structure of nanofibers and microfibers is formed.34. The method of further comprising:adding a conductivity-enhancing additive into the polymer solution to vary a conductivity of the polymer solution.35. The method of further comprising:adding a conductivity-enhancing additive into the polymer solution to vary a conductivity of the polymer solution,wherein the conductivity-enhancing additive is ...

Insulating device and method for forming insulating device

An insulating device can include an aperture having a waterproof closure which allows access to the chamber within the insulating device. The closure can help prevent any fluid leakage into and out of the insulating device if the insulating device is overturned or in any configuration other than upright. The closure may also prevent any fluid from permeating into the chamber if the insulating device is exposed to precipitation, other fluid, or submersed under water. This construction results in an insulating chamber that is substantially impervious to water and other liquids when the closure is sealed.

Fastening Tape With Flexibility In The Longitudinal Direction And Associated Methods

A fastening tape having flexibility in a longitudinal direction of the fastening tape. The fastening tape includes a plurality of fasteners, a support, and magnetic material positioned on the support. The support defines a plurality of plateaus and a plurality of valleys. The magnetic material is positioned on at least a portion of one of the plurality of plateaus or the plurality of valleys of the support such that a height of the magnetic material varies in the longitudinal direction. Because the height of the magnetic material varies, the fastening tape is more flexible in the longitudinal direction. In some cases, the fastening tape is also flexible in the lateral direction.

Method for Exchanging a Section of a Plastic Component

A method is provided for exchanging a section, in particular a damaged section, of a plastic component. The method includes: separating the section from the plastic component; providing at least one connecting element made from a plastic; pressing the at least one connecting element onto the plastic component such that the one connecting element abuts a remaining part of the plastic component; oscillating the connecting element by an ultrasonic sonotrode; and welding the connecting element to the remaining part of the plastic component; providing a replacement section for the separated section, wherein the replacement section has a hole, in particular a through-hole; applying the replacement section in the region from which the separated section was separated, such that the replacement section is clamped by its hole directly in a form-fitting and/or force-fitting manner onto the connecting element and/or the connecting element extends at least some way through the through-hole, wherein a clip element is clipped onto a section of the connecting element extending through the hole. The clip element projects beyond the through-hole and connects the replacement part to the remaining part of the plastic component in a form-fitting and/or force-fitting manner. 1. A method for exchanging a section of a plastic component , the method comprising the acts of:separating a section from the plastic component;providing at least one connection element made from a plastic;pressing the at least one connection element against the plastic component such that the connection element comes to bear against a remaining part of the plastic component;causing the connection element to vibrate via an ultrasonic sonotrode so as to weld the connection element to the remaining part of the plastic component;providing a replacing section that replaces the section separated from the plastic component, the replacing section having a hole; (i) clamping the replacing section directly onto the connection ...

Flexible Container with Fitment and Process for Producing Same

A flexible container is provided. The flexible container includes four panels. The four panels form (i) a body portion; (ii) a neck portion, and a flare portion that extends from the neck portion; (iii) a tapered transition portion between the body portion and the neck portion; and (iv) the neck portion has a reduced width. The flare portion has an expanded end. The width of the flare portion gradually increases from the neck portion to the expanded end.

DEVICE FOR THERMALLY WELDING PLASTIC PARTS, AND ASSEMBLY CONTAINING A DEVICE OF THIS KIND

A device for thermally welding workpieces including a heating element and a shielding gas supply is provided. The device includes a heating plate consisting of a thermal insulating material in which a groove is formed, said groove includes a heating element, relative to which a surface of a workpiece to be welded is positioned in close proximity to the heating element. A feed channel for a shielding gas is formed in the heating plate and communicates with the groove via at least one through-channel, and the feed channel for supplying shielding gas can be connected to a shielding gas source via a feed line and a valve. The device may further include an assembly for welding a first and a second workpiece, said assembly includes a first and second movement device for moving the workpieces towards one another. 115.-. (canceled)16. A device for thermally welding thermoplastic workpieces comprising:a heating plate composed of a thermally insulating material;a first groove formed in the heating plate, wherein said first groove is provided with a first electrical heating element adapted so that a thermoplastic workpiece surface to be welded can be positioned in close proximity to the heating element;a first feed channel formed in the heating plate for introducing a shielding gas, wherein the first feed channel communicates with the first groove via at least one through-channel, wherein the first feed channel is adapted to be connected to a shielding gas source via a feed line and a valve.17. The device according to claim 16 , further comprising:a second electrical heating element arranged in the feed line to heat the shielding gas supplied to the first feed channel18. The device according to claim 16 , further comprising:a second electrical heating element arranged in the feed line to heat the shielding gas supplied to the first feed channel to a temperature which is below the melting temperature of a thermoplastic used in the thermoplastic workpiece.19. The device ...

Thermal caulking device

The first electrode section ( 7 a ) and the second electrode section ( 7 b ) are formed such that the outer portion connected to the upper portion of the heating section ( 6 ) is thinner than the inner portion connected to the lower portion of the heating section ( 6 ). The heating section ( 6 ) and the first electrode section ( 7 a ) are interconnected by an R-shaped first connecting portion ( 21 ). The inner circumferential sloping surface of the heating section ( 6 ) and the second electrode section ( 7 b ) are interconnected by an R-shaped second connecting portion ( 22 ). The first and second connecting portions ( 21 )( 22 ) are formed such that R becomes larger from the upper end to the lower end, where the upper portion is thin and the lower portion is thick. The thickness of an intermediate portion ( 6 b ) is smaller than the thicknesses of the first and second connecting portions ( 21 )( 22 ).

MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY

A manufacturing method for a liquid crystal display panel includes slitting a first optical film having an elongate shape, to have a width corresponding to a pair of opposing sides of a liquid crystal cell, and by rolling the slit first optical film in its width direction to have a length corresponding to another pair of opposing sides of the liquid crystal cell; slitting a second optical film having an elongate shape, to have a width corresponding to a pair of opposing sides of the liquid crystal cell, and by rolling the slit second optical film in its width direction to have a length corresponding to another pair of opposing sides of the liquid crystal cell; bonding the cut first optical film onto one surface of the liquid crystal cell; and bonding the cut second optical film onto another surface of the liquid crystal cell. 1. A manufacturing method for a liquid crystal display panel including a liquid crystal cell and optical films arranged on both sides of the liquid crystal cell ,the manufacturing method comprising the steps of:cutting, while feeding a first optical film from an optical film roll, the optical film roll being obtained by slitting the first optical film having an elongate shape, which includes a reflective polarizing film having a reflection axis in its width direction and a polarizing film having an absorption axis in its width direction, so as to have a width corresponding to a pair of opposing sides of the liquid crystal cell, and by rolling the slit first optical film, the first optical film in its width direction so as to have a length corresponding to another pair of opposing sides of the liquid crystal cell;cutting, while feeding a second optical film from an optical film roll, the optical film roll being obtained by slitting the second optical film having an elongate shape, which includes a polarizing film having an absorption axis in its longitudinal direction, so as to have a width corresponding to a pair of opposing sides of the liquid ...

PORTABLE DEVICE FOR ATTACHING A CONNECTOR TO AN OPTICAL FIBER

A portable device for attaching a connector to an optical fiber, the optical fiber having an end, the device comprising means for receiving the optical fiber at the end of the optical fiber; and a connector station for autonomously attaching the connector to the optical fiber. 123.-. (canceled)24. A method for mechanically connecting a first and a second optical fiber connector , the first optical fiber connector comprising a first optical fiber having a first bare end and comprising a core and a cladding surrounding the core , the method comprising the steps of:mechanically cleaving the first bare end to form a first end face of the first bare end; andheat treating the first end face.25. The method of claim 24 , wherein the cladding has a radius of curvature obtained by a heat treatment of the first end face.26. The method of claim 25 , wherein the heat treatment is an electric arc treatment.27. The method of claim 24 , wherein the core has a radius of curvature at the first end face in the range from 0.14 mm to 4 mm.28. The method of claim 27 , wherein the radius of curvature of the core is smaller than a radius of curvature of the cladding.29. The method of claim 24 , wherein the core protrudes from the cladding with a protrusion height in the range from 10 to 200 nm.30. The method of claim 24 , wherein the first optical fiber has an axis and wherein the first end face makes an angle with respect to a plane perpendicular to the axis claim 24 , and wherein the angle is in the range from 5° to 50°.31. The method of claim 24 , further comprising an adapter for connecting the first and said second optical fiber connectors.32. A method for attaching a connector to an optical fiber by means of a portable tool claim 24 , the optical fiber having a core and a cladding surrounding the core claim 24 , the method comprising the steps of:receiving the optical fiber by the portable tool at an end of said optical fiber;coupling a connector station of the portable tool to the ...

METHODS FOR CRIMPING A POLYMERIC STENT ONTO A DELIVERY BALLOON

A medical device-includes a polymer stent crimped to a catheter having an expansion balloon. The stent is crimped to the balloon by a process that includes heating the stent to a temperature below the polymer's glass transition temperature to improve stent retention without adversely affecting the mechanical characteristics of the stent when later deployed to support a body lumen. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for making a medical device , comprising:providing a tube from a polymer comprising poly(L-lactide), the polymer having a glass transition temperature (Tg); ring structures, each ring structure forming a plurality of diamond-shaped cells,', 'linking struts that connect adjacent ring structures, and', 'an outer diameter; and, 'forming a scaffolding from the tube, the scaffolding comprising raising the temperature of the scaffolding to an elevated temperature between Tg and 15 degrees below Tg,', "reducing the crimp head to a crimped diameter to reduce the scaffolding's outer diameter from a first size to a second size,", 'holding the crimp head at the crimped diameter for a dwell period, and', 'reducing elastic recoil in the scaffolding including placing the scaffolding within a sheath., 'using a crimping device having a crimp head, crimping the scaffolding to a balloon of a balloon catheter, the crimping including the steps of22. The method of claim 21 , wherein the dwell period is greater than 10 seconds.23. The method of claim 21 , wherein the scaffolding temperature is raised to Tg.24. The method of claim 21 , wherein the balloon is inflated during crimping.25. The method of claim 21 , wherein the elevated temperature is between 40° C. and 55° C.26. The method of claim 21 , wherein the balloon has an inflated diameter and the tube has an outer diameter that is equal to or greater than the inflated diameter.27. The method of claim 26 , wherein the balloon has an inflated diameter that is at least 2.5 times greater than the crimped diameter.28. The method of ...

Vacuum insulation body

The present invention relates to a vacuum insulation body with a vacuum-tight envelope, wherein through the region surrounded by the envelope at least one lead-through extends, which surrounds a free space, and/or wherein at least one port extends from the envelope. According to the invention, the lead-through and/or the port likewise is formed vacuum-tight and vacuum-tightly connected with the envelope.

COMPOSITE STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF FORMING THEREOF

A composite structure is provided. The composite structure includes a plurality of components coupled together forming a joint, wherein the plurality of components are oriented such that a gap is defined at least partially therebetween. A filler structure is positioned in the gap, and the filler structure includes a closed cell foam core. 1. A composite structure comprising:a plurality of components coupled together forming a joint, wherein said plurality of components are oriented such that a gap is defined at least partially therebetween; anda filler structure positioned in said gap, said filler structure comprising a closed cell foam core.2. The composite structure in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said closed cell foam core comprises a plurality of core cells that comprise side walls configured to yield plastically in response to hydrostatic tensile forces.3. The composite structure in accordance with claim 2 , wherein said plurality of core cells comprise void spaces defined by said side walls claim 2 , said void spaces substantially filled with air.4. The composite structure in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said closed cell foam core is fabricated from a silicone-based material.5. The composite structure in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said closed cell foam core comprises a porosity selected such that said closed cell foam core has a predetermined energy absorbing capability.6. The composite structure in accordance with claim 5 , wherein the porosity is within a range defined between about 20 percent and about 40 percent by volume of said closed cell foam core.7. The composite structure in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said filler structure does not comprise an amount of resin.8. The composite structure in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said filler structure has a cross-sectional shape substantially similar to a cross-sectional shape of said gap.9. The composite structure in accordance with claim 1 , wherein said plurality of components are ...

COSMETIC CONTAINERS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

Methods of manufacturing and fixtures for manufacturing containers, particularly for holding cosmetic products, using thin-walled tubes. One end of a container may be formed using an integral process, such as insert molding, while the other end of the container is formed using assembly steps, such as welding, to form a completed cosmetics container from a thin-walled tube. 1. A method of manufacturing a container using a thin-walled tube having a first open end and a second open end for said container , the method comprising:attaching a first structure on the first open end of the thin-walled tube, the first structure including a receiving portion for receiving a cap, and an aperture for dispensing a product;placing a mandrel through the aperture;placing an end cap piece against the mandrel such that at least a portion of the end cap piece is surrounded by the thin-walled tube; andsecuring the second open end of the thin-walled tube to the end cap piece by placing a weld fixture over the end cap and the second open end of the thin-walled tube and applying energy to the junction thereof.2. The method of wherein the thin-walled tube is an extruded member.3. The method of wherein the thin-walled tube has at least two layers.4. The method of wherein the thin-walled tube is a laminate sheet having a weld seam to form the tube.5. The method of wherein the thin-walled tube has at least three layers.6. The method of wherein the mandrel has a central axis and is passed through the aperture in the direction of the central axis in the placing step claim 1 , and further the weld fixture is placed by movement along the central axis of the mandrel.7. The method of wherein the mandrel has a central axis and is passed through the aperture in the direction of the central axis in the placing step claim 1 , and further the weld fixture is a multiple-piece fixture placed by movement perpendicular to the central axis.8. The method of wherein the mandrel has a central axis and is passed ...

MANUFACTURING OF POLYETHYLENE THIN FILMS FOR HIGH-ALTITUDE BALLOONS

Aspects of the disclosure relate to manufacturing a balloon envelope for use in a stratospheric balloon system. For instance, a stream of polyethylene mixture us extruded. through an extruder in order to orient molecules of polymer chains of polyethylene and to provide an oriented film. The oriented film is passed through an electron beam and thereby crosslinking the polymer chains to provide a cross-linked film. The cross-linked film is heat sealed to form the balloon envelope 120-. (canceled)21. A balloon envelope for use in a stratospheric balloon , the balloon envelope comprising:a plurality of gores; anda plurality of tendons, each tendon of the plurality of tendons arranged at a respective one or more of the plurality of gores;the balloon envelope including a cross-linked film comprising an extruded polyethylene mixture having oriented molecules and crosslinked polymer chains, wherein the balloon envelope is formed by a process of:{'claim-text': 'bonding each of the plurality of tendons to each of the respective one or more of the plurality of gores,', '#text': 'heat bonding the cross-linked film to form the plurality of gores; and'}wherein crystallinity of the balloon envelope is greater than 50% and less than 62% after the process,wherein TD tensile strain is less than 2 mm/mm for a tensile stress of 150 MPa at −60° C. with a 50 mm/min pull rate, andwherein MD tensile strain is less than 2 mm/mm for a tensile stress of 150 MPa at −60° C. with a 50 mm/min pull rate.22. The balloon envelope of claim 21 , wherein TD tensile strain is less than 2 mm/mm for a tensile stress of 100 MPa at 23 C with a 50 mm/min pull rate.23. The balloon envelope of claim 21 , wherein MD tensile strain is less than 2 mm/mm for a tensile stress of 100 MPa at 23 C with a 50 mm/min pull rate.24. The balloon envelope of claim 21 , wherein ID tensile strain is less than 2 mm/mm for a tensile stress of 140 MPa at −40 C with a 50 mm/min pull rate.25. The balloon envelope of claim 21 , ...

BONDED COMPOSITE STRUCTURE

A product made by a method for bonding fibers that includes providing a first fiber layer and a second fiber layer positioned below the first fiber layer to bond the first fiber layer with the second fiber layer. The method may also include providing a first additive layer. The first additive layer is located between the first fiber layer and the second fiber layer. Then, the method may further include activating the first additive layer by directing energy at the first additive layer. 1. A product made by a process that comprises:a first fiber layer comprising a UHMWPE Dyneema fiber;a second fiber layer located adjacent the first fiber layer, wherein the second fiber layer comprises a UHMWPE Dyneema fiber, and wherein a portion of the second fiber layer overlaps a portion of the first fiber layer to create a seam area;a composite structure formed at the seam area by bonding the first UHMWPE Dyneema fiber layer and the second UHMWPE Dyneema fiber layer together with applied energy to the seam area.2. The product of claim 1 , further comprising a first additive layer located between the first fiber layer and the second fiber layer in the seam area.3. The product of claim 1 , comprising a first additive layer located adjacent a side of the first fiber layer that is opposite a side of the first fiber layer that is facing the second fiber layer in the seam area.4. The product of claim 3 , further comprising a second additive layer adjacent a side of the first fiber layer that is opposite a side that has the first additive layer in the seam area.5. The product of claim 4 , further comprising a third additive layer adjacent a side of the second fiber layer that is opposite a side of the second fiber layer that is facing the first fiber layer in the seam area.6. The product of claim 5 , wherein the first claim 5 , second claim 5 , and third additive layers are made from at least one of polyester and polyamides.7. A product made by a process for bonding Ultra-High Molecular ...

Apparel and other products incorporating a thermoplastic polymer material

A yarn or thread may include a plurality of substantially aligned filaments, with at least ninety-five percent of a material of the filaments being a thermoplastic polymer material. Various woven textiles and knitted textiles may be formed from the yarn or thread. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be thermal bonded to other elements to form seams. A strand that is at least partially formed from a thermoplastic polymer material may extend through the seam, and the strand may be thermal bonded at the seam. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be shaped or molded, incorporated into products, and recycled to form other products.

COMPOSITE MATERIAL JOINING DEVICE, METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING JOINED BODY, AND JOINED BODY

In order to achieve an object of stably joining two or more composite materials containing carbon fibers and a thermoplastic resin at a target joining position, joining surfaces of two or more composite materials (, ) containing carbon fibers and a thermoplastic resin are brought into contact, and an electric current for joining the two or more composite materials (, ) by Joule heat is fed to the target joining position in a state in which vibration is applied by a vibration generating device () to the two or more composite materials (, ) which are being pressed by a pressing device () so as to join the two or more composite materials (, ). 1. A composite material joining device , comprising:a pressing device configured to press a target joining position of two or more composite materials containing carbon fibers and a thermoplastic resin, in a state in which joining surfaces of the two or more composite materials are in contact;a vibration generating device configured to apply vibration to the target joining position in a state in which the joining surfaces of the two or more composite materials are in contact; anda power supply for feeding an electric current for joining the two or more composite materials by Joule heat to the target joining position at the same time when or in a state in which vibration is applied by the vibration generating device to the two or more composite materials pressed by the pressing device.2. The composite material joining device according to claim 1 , whereinthe vibration generating device applies vibration to the joining surfaces so that the joining surfaces of the two or more composite materials are heated to a temperature equal to or lower than a melting point of the thermoplastic resin.3. The composite material joining device according to claim 1 , wherein the vibration generating device applies vibration in a direction perpendicular to the joining surfaces of the two or more composite materials.4. The composite material joining ...

FLEXIBLE PIPE BODY AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A flexible pipe body and method of producing a flexible pipe body are disclosed. The method includes providing one or more composite filament () as a filament bundle (); applying a braid element () around the filament bundle as a braided bundle (); helically wrapping the braided bundle () around a flexible pipe layer (502); and then curing (510) the one or more composite filament (). 1. A method of manufacturing a flexible pipe body comprising:providing two or more non-bonded composite filaments as a non-bonded filament bundle;applying a braid element around the filament bundle as a braided bundle;helically wrapping the braided bundle around a flexible pipe body layer;and then curing the one or more composite filament.2. A method as claimed in further comprising providing a further filament bundle claim 1 , applying a braid element around the filament bundle as a further braided bundle claim 1 , prior to the steps of helically wrapping the braided bundle and further braided bundle claim 1 , and curing the composite filaments.3. A method as claimed in further comprising the step applying a lubricant or uncured resin t the filament bundle prior to applying the braid element.4. A method as claimed in wherein the filament bundle comprises two or more composite filaments claim 1 , and the method further comprises the step of applying a composite matrix material between the two or more composite filaments.5. A method as claimed in wherein the one or more composite filament comprises a unidirectional composite fibre.6. A flexible pipe body for transporting fluids from a sub-sea location claim 1 , comprising:an inner layer; andan armour layer proved over the inner layer, providing composite filament as a filament bundle;', 'applying a braid element around the filament bundle as a braided bundle;', 'helically wrapping the braided bundle around the inner layer;', 'and then curing the one or more composite filament., 'wherein said armour layer is obtainable by the process of7. ...

CHEMICAL SENSOR, METHOD OF PRODUCING CHEMICAL SENSOR, AND CHEMICAL DETECTION APPARATUS

[Object] To provide a chemical sensor capable of detecting light emitted from a detection target object efficiently, a method of producing the chemical sensor, and a chemical detection apparatus. 1. A chemical sensor , comprising:a substrate on which at least one light detection unit is formed;a lens layer that is laminated on the substrate and has optical transparency; anda lens structure formed on a surface of the lens layer opposite to the substrate in a concave shape toward a lamination direction.2. The chemical sensor according to claim 1 , whereinthe lens structure faces the light detection unit.3. The chemical sensor according to claim 2 , whereinthe light detection unit includes a plurality of light detection units, the plurality of light detection units are arranged on the substrate, the lens structure includes a plurality of lens structures, and the respective lens structures face the respective light detection units.4. The chemical sensor according to claim 1 , whereinthe lens layer has shielding properties with respect to a wavelength band of illumination light applied to the chemical sensor.5. The chemical sensor according to claim 1 , further comprisinga spectral filter layer that is laminated between the substrate and the lens layer, and has shielding properties with respect to a wavelength band of illumination light applied to the chemical sensor.6. The chemical sensor according to claim 5 , whereinthe lens layer has a first refractive index and the spectral filter layer has a second refractive index that is larger than the first refractive index.7. The chemical sensor according to claim 1 , further comprisinga protective layer that is laminated on the lens layer and has liquid-repellent properties with respect to a solution containing a detection target object.8. The chemical sensor according to claim 1 , whereinthe surface of the lens layer opposite to the substrate has liquid-repellent properties with respect to a solution containing a detection ...

PORTABLE DEVICE FOR ATTACHING A CONNECTOR TO AN OPTICAL FIBER

A portable device for attaching a connector to an optical fiber, the optical fiber having an end, the device comprising means for receiving the optical fiber at the end of the optical fiber; and a connector station for autonomously attaching the connector to the optical fiber. 1. A portable device for attaching a connector to an optical fiber , said optical fiber having an end , said end having an end face , the device comprising:means for receiving said optical fiber at said end of said optical fiber;a connector station for autonomously attaching said connector to said optical fiber.3. The portable device according to wherein said device is hand-held.4. The portable device according to wherein said at least one station is a plurality of stations for performing a plurality of operations on said optical fiber; each particular station out of said plurality of stations being adapted for autonomously performing at least one operation out of said plurality of operations; wherein said plurality of operations comprises a stripping operation claim 2 , a cleaning operation claim 2 , a tensile test claim 2 , a cleaving operation and a heat treatment of said end face.5. The portable device according to wherein said at least one station comprises a station for performing a combination of operations selected from the group consisting of a first combination and a second combination claim 2 , wherein said first combination is a combination of a stripping operation and a cleaning operation and wherein said second combination is a combination of a tensile test and a cleaving operation.6. The portable device according to further comprising means for pulling said optical fiber into said device.7. The portable device according to further comprising claim 4 , for each said particular station out of said plurality of stations claim 4 , means for aligning said optical fiber with respect to said particular station.8. The portable device according to wherein said optical fiber has a fiber ...

HYRBID WELDING OF THERMOPLASTICS

A process for welding of at least two separate vehicle panels () to form an integral part () for a vehicle. There is provided at least one first panel () including a first weld line area () and at least one second panel () including a corresponding second weld line area (), the second weld line area () abutting in a weldable relationship to the first weld line area (). The first and second weld line areas () have at least one first weldable portion () and at least one second portion () at which welding is substantially hindered during welding attachment of the first and second panels (). The process includes applying a curable adhesive at each second portion (), placing in a welding fixture and welding the panels () at each first weldable portion () such that the panels () are held together during curing of the adhesive.

Methods of joining textiles and other elements incorporating a thermoplastic polymer material

A yarn or thread may include a plurality of substantially aligned filaments, with at least ninety-five percent of a material of the filaments being a thermoplastic polymer material. Various woven textiles and knitted textiles may be formed from the yarn or thread. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be thermal bonded to other elements to form seams. A strand that is at least partially formed from a thermoplastic polymer material may extend through the seam, and the strand may be thermal bonded at the seam. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be shaped or molded, incorporated into products, and recycled to form other products.

SACRIFICIAL MATERIALS

Various embodiments disclosed relate to sacrificial materials and methods of using the same. Various embodiments provide objects having the sacrificial material at least partially removed therefrom, and methods of making the same. Various embodiments provide sacrificial adhesives, sacrificial mechanical connectors, and methods of using the same. The sacrificial material can include a polymer including a repeating unit including a substituted or unsubstituted (C-C)hydrocarbylene and at least one of carboxylate, carbonate, carbamate, thiocarbonate, and thiocarbamate. The method can include exposing the sacrificial material to at least one of heat and acid, such that at least some of the sacrificial material degrades. The method can include removing at least some of the degraded sacrificial material. 1. A method of forming a cavitated material , the method comprising:{'sub': 2', '20, 'forming a precursor composite material comprising a sacrificial fiber in a curable composition, wherein the sacrificial fiber comprises a polymer comprising a repeating unit comprising a substituted or unsubstituted (C-C)hydrocarbylene and at least one of carbonate, carbamate, thiocarbonate, and thiocarbamate;'}curing the precursor composite material, to form a composite material;exposing the composite material to at least one of heat and acid, such that at least some of the sacrificial fibers degrade; andremoving at least some of the degraded fibers, to form a cavitated material.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein forming the precursor composite material comprises arranging the sacrificial fiber in the curable composition.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fibers have a diameter of about 0.001 μm to about 5 mm.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the polymer is poly(ethylene carbonate) or poly(propylene carbonate).5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sacrificial fibers are about 0.000 claim 1 ,1 wt % to about 90 wt % of the precursor composite material.6. The method of claim 1 , ...

Method for strengthening a polyethylene tubular member

A method for strengthening a polyethylene tubular member. The polyethylene tubular member has an outer surface, a circumference, a wall thickness, and an area to be strengthened and the outer surface of the polyethylene tubular member contains polyethylene. The method contains the step of wrapping a fabric layer around the circumference of the tubular member at least two full rotations and covering the area to be strengthened. The fabric layer contains a plurality of interwoven tape elements with a base layer of a strain oriented olefin polymer disposed between covering layers of a heat fusible olefin polymer. The method also contains the step of applying heat and optionally pressure to the fabric layer bonding the tape elements of the fabric layer together and bonding the tape elements and the tubular member together.

Method and Apparatus For Making Skirtless Seals

A machine and method for making bags is described and includes a web traveling from an input section to a rotary drum, to an output section. The rotary drum includes at least one seal bar, having a single sealing zone, and a weakening zone disposed within the single sealing zone. The single sealing zone may be a heated perforator, includes a heating wire. The heating wire may be an NiCr wire stitched into the heater, and be disposed on a cap or on the seal bar. The weakening zone may create a line of weakness that is uniform or varies in intensity. The sealing zone may include temperature zones, cartridge heaters, cooling air, or heated air, or a source of ultrasonic, microwave or radiative energy. 1. A bag machine , comprising:an input section;a rotary drum, disposed to receive a web from the input section, wherein the rotary drum includes at least one seal bar;an output section, disposed to receive the web from the rotary drum;wherein the at least one seal bar includes a sealing zone that forms a single seal, and further includes a heating wire that is a weakening zone within the sealing zone, that forms a weakened zone within the single seal; anda release layer on at least a part of the at least one sealing zone.2. The bag machine of claim 1 , wherein the release layer is comprised of a first material in the weakening zone claim 1 , and a second material on the remainder of the sealing zone claim 1 , and wherein the heating wire is stitched into the sealing zone and stitched into the first material.3. The bag machine of claim 2 , wherein the sealing zone has a surface with an arcuate shape that contacts the film.4. The bag machine of claim 3 , wherein the first material is comprised of Kapton® tape claim 3 , and the second material is comprised of Teflon® tape.5. The bag machine of claim 3 , wherein the heating wire is a NiCr wire.6. The bag machine of claim 1 , wherein the sealing zone and the weakening zone include a draw tape area wherein the release layer is ...

ROTOR BLADES HAVING THERMOPLASTIC COMPONENTS AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING SAME

The present disclosure is directed to a method of assembling a modular rotor blade of a wind turbine. The method includes identifying a main blade structure, constructed at least in part, from at least one of a thermoset or a thermoplastic material. The method also includes identifying at least one blade segment, constructed at least in part, of a thermoplastic material reinforced with at least one of glass fibers or carbon fibers. Thus, the method also includes securing the at least one blade segment to the main blade structure, e.g. via welding. 1. A method of assembling a modular rotor blade of a wind turbine , the method comprising:identifying a main blade structure, constructed at least in part, from at least one of a thermoset material or a thermoplastic material;identifying at least one blade segment, constructed at least in part, of a thermoplastic material reinforced with at least one of fiber material; and,securing the at least one blade segment to the main blade structure.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the fiber material comprising at least one of glass fibers claim 1 , carbon fibers claim 1 , polymer fibers claim 1 , ceramic fibers claim 1 , nanofibers claim 1 , or metal fibers.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein securing the at least one blade segment to the main blade structure further comprises:providing one or more thermoplastic layers at an interface between the main blade structure and the at least one blade segment, andwelding the at least one blade segment to the main blade structure at the interface.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising securing a plurality of blade segments to the main blade structure and joining adjacent blade segments together via welding.5. The method of claim 3 , further comprising providing at least one of an adhesive or a resin between the at least one blade segment and the main blade structure before welding the at least one blade segment to the main blade structure at the interface.6. The method of claim 1 , ...

Seal Bar and Process for Using Same

The present disclosure provides a seal bar. In an embodiment, the seal bar comprises a base member having a flat front surface and a flat recessed surface a distance (d) behind the front surface. The front surface defines an x-axis, X. The flat recessed surface has a first endpoint (A), wherein an axis that is perpendicular to the flat recessed surface at the first endpoint (A) defines a first y-axis (Y). The seal bar has a concave surface extending the distance (d) between the first endpoint (A) and a point (B) on the flat front surface. The concave surface defines a quadrant arc segment of an ellipse between the first endpoint (A) and the point (B). 18-. (canceled)9. A process comprising:A. providing a seal bar apparatus, the seal bar apparatus having a first heated seal bar and a second heated seal bar opposing the first heated seal bar,each heated seal bar having a flat front surface and a flat recessed surface a distance (d) behind the flat front surface, and the flat front surface of the first seal bar faces the flat front surface of the second seal bar;B. providing a fitment with a base and placing the base between two opposing multilayer films, each multilayer film having a respective seal layer comprising an olefin-based polymer and forming a film/base/film sandwich;C. positioning the film/base/film sandwich between the opposing first heated seal bar and the second heated seal bar; andD. sealing the base to each multilayer film with the opposing heated seal bars.10. The process of wherein the sealing comprises flattening the base with the opposing flat recessed surfaces of the first and second heat deal bars.11. The process of comprisingforming opposing flattened ends of the base; andforming seal joints at each flattened end of the base.12. The process of wherein the base comprises an ethylene/α-olefin multi-block copolymer claim 11 , the process comprisingforming, with the flattening, a caulk, the caulk comprising a material selected from the group ...

Insulating Container

An apparatus including a shell defining a first side and a second side, wherein the shell is formed from a one-piece integral structure, wherein the one-piece integral structure is joined together to form a seam, and wherein the seam is on one of the second side or the first side, a storage compartment, and an opening configured to provide access to the storage compartment. 1. An apparatus comprising:a shell defining a first side and a second side, wherein the shell is formed from a one-piece integral structure, wherein the one-piece integral structure is joined together to form a seam, and wherein the seam is on one of the second side or the first side;a storage compartment;an opening configured to provide access to the storage compartment, the opening including a plastic clamp;{'claim-text': 'wherein a first pair of rings are secured to looped ends of the first piece of material forming the first carry strap and a second pair of rings are secured to looped ends of the second piece of material forming the second carry strap;', '#text': 'a first carry strap and a second carry strap, the first carry strap being formed of a first piece of material and the second carry strap being formed of a second piece of material,'}{'claim-text': ['wherein the first carry strap and the second carry strap are connected to the plurality of reinforcement patches,', 'wherein the reinforcement patches are elongated, and', 'wherein the reinforcement patches are attached to the shell; and'], '#text': 'a plurality of reinforcement patches,'}{'claim-text': 'wherein the base includes a logo, wherein the logo is molded or embossed directly into the base, and', '#text': 'a base,'}a strip along a bottom of the apparatus configured to provide reinforcement.2. The apparatus of wherein the base comprises a base support ridge.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first pair of rings and the second pair of rings are plastic.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the base has an elongated shape.5. ...

WASHING MACHINE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF DOOR

A washing machine including a door to open and close an opening for laundry. The door includes a first upper door, a second upper door disposed to allow at least one portion of the first upper door to be seen therethrough, and a lower door. The lower door includes a contraction preventing part to prevent the lower door from contracting when molded. 1. A washing machine comprising:a cabinet forming an external appearance of the washing machine and having an opening;a tub provided in the cabinet to store wash water;a rotary tub rotatably provided in the tub; anda door to open and close the opening,wherein the door comprises:a first upper door;a second upper door disposed at an upper portion of the first upper door, the second upper door including a section formed of a light transmissive material to allow at least a portion of the first upper door to be seen through the section; anda lower door disposed at a lower portion of the first upper door, the lower door including an inclined part inclined to correspond to an inner inclined surface of the upper door.2. The washing machine according to claim 1 , wherein the lower door further comprises an inclined flange disposed inside the interior surface of the second upper door claim 1 ,wherein the inclined part is provided on an outer surface of the inclined flange.3. The washing machine according to claim 2 , wherein a lower surface of the lower door comprises a flange lower surface defining a lower portion of the inclined flange claim 2 , andwherein a contraction preventing part is provided on the flange lower surface to maintain inclination of the inclined part.4. The washing machine according to claim 3 , wherein the contraction preventing part is a recess in the flange lower surface to reduce a difference in thickness between the inclined flange and the lower door adjacent to the inclined flange.5. The washing machine according to claim 2 , wherein the lower door further comprises a lower door body disposed under the ...

RADIUS FILLER FOR COMPOSITE STRUCTURE

A radius filler includes a plurality of fibers encapsulated in resin and braided into a braided radius filler. The braided radius filler has a substantially triangular shape with concave radius filler side surfaces and a substantially planar radius filler base surface. 1. A radius filler , comprising:a plurality of fibers encapsulated in resin and braided into a braided radius filler; andthe braided radius filler having a substantially triangular shape with concave radius filler side surfaces and a substantially planar radius filler base surface.2. The radius filler of claim 1 , further comprising:an adhesive tip located on a radius filler corner of the braided radius filler.3. The radius filler of claim 1 , wherein:the plurality of fibers have a different bias angle in at least two locations along a length of the radius filler; andthe braided radius filler having a cross-sectional size that is unique to the bias angle at the at least two locations.4. The radius filler of claim 1 , wherein:the radius filler has an inner core.5. The radius filler of claim 4 , wherein:the inner core is formed of unidirectional tape.6. The radius filler of claim 4 , wherein:the inner core is formed of a same material as the braided radius filler.7. The radius filler of claim 4 , wherein:the inner core is formed of a material functioning as a conduit for communication signals or data signals.8. The radius filler of claim 4 , wherein:the inner core has one of a substantially cylindrical cross-sectional shape and a substantially triangular cross-sectional shape.9. The radius filler of claim 1 , wherein:the resin is a thermoplastic resin.10. The radius filler of claim 1 , further comprising:an adhesive layer covering the radius filler side surfaces and the radius filler base surface.11. A radius filler claim 1 , comprising:a radius filler core;a sleeve covering the radius filler core to form a sleeved radius filler; andthe sleeved radius filler having opposing radius filler side surfaces ...

CONNECTION METHOD IN ADDITION TO A FUNCTIONAL PART WHICH CAN BE USED THEREFOR, AND FLAME-RETARDANT TOTAL SYSTEM PRODUCED THEREBY

The invention relates to a connection method in addition to a functional part which can be used therefor and to a flame-retardant total system produced in accordance therewith. The invention relates to a method for connecting a single- or multilayer functional part () to a third component (), wherein the functional part () has functional elements () projecting on at least one side. Said method is characterized in that the functional part () is formed at least partially from a material which is at least partially transparent to laser light, and in that a blocking layer () is disposed so as to be at least partially opaque to laser light in such a way that after passage of the laser light through the functional part () the laser light inside the blocking layer () generates heat by absorption which is suitable for melting the functional part () and/or the third component () in order to connect them to one another in this way. 11020101416101810181020. A method for connecting a single- or multi-layer functional part () to a third component () , wherein the functional part () has functional elements ( , ) protruding on at least one side. Said method is characterized in that the functional part () is formed at least partially from a material which is at least partially transparent to laser light , and in that a barrier layer () is disposed so as to be at least partially opaque to laser light in such a way that after passage of the laser light through the functional part () the laser light inside the barrier layer () generates heat by absorption , which is suitable for melting the functional part () and/or the third component () in order to connect them to each other in this way.21018182020. The method according to claim 1 , characterized in that the functional part () at the side facing away from the laser light entrance side is provided with the barrier layer () and/or that the barrier layer () is formed by the third component () itself or parts of this component () and/or ...

Methods and Apparatuses for Making Elastomeric Laminates

The present disclosure relates to methods for making elastomeric laminates that may be used as components of absorbent articles. Aspects of the methods for assembling elastomeric laminates may utilize elastic strands supplied from beams that may be joined with first and second substrates, and may be configured to carry out various types of operations, such as bonding and splicing operations.

Method of Manufacturing Custom Sized Plastic Tote Having Intermediate Sleeve

A method of manufacturing a custom sized plastic tote lighter in weight than heretofore known custom sized plastic totes is provided. The method comprises separating an injection molded tote into upper and lower portions by cutting the injection molded tote. A sleeve or middle portion of plastic material is secured to the upper and lower portions of the injection molded tote to create a custom sized plastic tote of a desired height. Alternatively, portions of different injection molded totes may be used to create a custom sized plastic tote. The sleeve may be made from different materials and may be made of multiple pieces. 1. A method of manufacturing a custom sized plastic tote comprising:cutting a first injection molded tote having sidewalls, an upper lip, a lower lip and a floor to create a rail including the upper lip of the first injection molded tote and a tray including the lower lip and floor of the first injection molded tote;separating the rail and tray of the cut first injection molded tote;cutting a second injection molded tote having sidewalls, an upper lip, a lower lip and a floor to create a rail including the upper lip of the second injection molded tote and a tray including the lower lip and floor of the second injection molded tote;separating the rail and tray of the cut second injection molded tote;securing a four-sided plastic sleeve to one of the rail and tray of the first cut injection molded tote and one of the rail and tray of the second cut injection molded tote to form a custom sized plastic tote having an upper portion, a lower portion and a sleeve extending therebetween.2. The method of wherein the sleeve is welded to the upper and lower portions of the custom sized plastic tote.3. The method of wherein the sleeve is made of corrugated plastic.4. The method of wherein the sleeve is made of one piece of material.5. The method of wherein the sleeve is made from multiple pieces of material.6. The method of wherein the sleeve is secured to ...

MANUFACTURING OF POLYETHYLENE THIN FILMS FOR HIGH-ALTITUDE BALLOONS

Aspects of the disclosure relate to manufacturing a balloon envelope for use in a stratospheric balloon system. For instance, a stream of polyethylene mixture us extruded through an extruder in order to orient molecules of polymer chains of polyethylene and to provide an oriented film. The oriented film is passed through an electron beam and thereby crosslinking the polymer chains to provide a cross-linked film. The cross-linked film is heat sealed to form the balloon envelope 1. A method of manufacturing a balloon envelope for use in a stratospheric balloon , the method comprising:extruding a stream of polyethylene mixture through an extruder in order to orient molecules of polymer chains of polyethylene and to provide an oriented film;passing the oriented film through an electron beam and thereby crosslinking the polymer chains to provide a cross-linked film; andheat sealing the cross-linked film to form the balloon envelope.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:blowing a bubble into the oriented film; andcooling the bubble using a water quenching process in order to increase optical clarity of the oriented film, cross-linked film, and the balloon envelope.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein passing the oriented film through the electron beam causes the electron beam to hit a first outer surface of the oriented film claim 1 , and the method further comprises passing the oriented film through a second electron beam causing the second electron beam to hit a second outer surface of the second film claim 1 , the second outer surface being opposite of the first outer surface.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein when the oriented film is passed through the electron beam claim 1 , the oriented film is arranged as a tube.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:blowing a bubble into the cross-linked film; andafter blowing the bubble, pressing the cross-linked film to a desired thickness, and wherein the pressed cross-linked film is heat sealed to form the ...

Ball for ball games, and method for manufacturing ball for ball games

The ball for ball games has a ball body and a spherical shell-shaped outer layer having a plurality of leather panels and disposed on the outside of the ball body. The plurality of leather panels each have a main body and an extending portion that is thinner than the main body and extends from a front-side portion of an outer end surface of the main body to configure an outer end surface of the leather panel. The extending portions of adjacent leather panels are bonded to each other with an adhesive and stitched together with a stitching thread. In the ball for ball games, the extending portion is provided with a reinforcing member for reinforcing an area thereof stitched with the stitching thread.

STABILIZED REINFORCING TEXTILE FABRIC AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF

A stabilized reinforcing textile fabric including at least one uni-directional reinforcing yarn (A) layer and a plurality of stitching yarns. The plurality of stitching yarns are meltable thermoplastic yarns (B) functioning as a stabilizing resin. The at least one uni-directional reinforcing yarn is includes a carbon fiber, a glass fiber, an aramid fiber, and a natural fiber, or a combination thereof. The meltable thermoplastic stitching yarns include polyamides, polyolefins, polyphthalamides, polyphenylene sulfide, polysulfone, polyether sulfone, polyarylene sulfide, fluoropolymer, polyacetal, polycarbonate, polyether ketone, polyether ether ketone, polyimide, polyether imide, polyarylene ether sulfone, styrenic polymer, polyesters or a combination thereof. 1. A stabilized reinforcing textile fabric comprising: at least one uni-directional reinforcing yarn layer and a plurality of stitching yarns; wherein , the plurality of stitching yarns are meltable thermoplastic yarns functioning as a stabilizing resin.2. The stabilized reinforcing textile fabric according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the at least one uni-directional reinforcing yarn is comprised of a carbon fiber claim 1 , a glass fiber claim 1 , an aramid fiber claim 1 , and a natural fiber claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The stabilized reinforcing textile fabric according to claim 1 , the meltable thermoplastic stitching yarns are comprised of polyamides claim 1 , polyolefins claim 1 , polyphthalamides claim 1 , polyphenylene sulfide claim 1 , polysulfone claim 1 , polyether sulfone claim 1 , polyarylene sulfide claim 1 , fluoropolymer claim 1 , polyacetal claim 1 , polycarbonate claim 1 , polyether ketone claim 1 , polyether ether ketone claim 1 , polyimide claim 1 , polyether imide claim 1 , polyarylene ether sulfone claim 1 , styrenic polymer claim 1 , polyesters or a combination thereof.4. The stabilized reinforcing textile fabric according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , a ratio of the meltable ...

AGILE ROBOTIC HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY WITH SONIC FASTENING AND INJECTED LENS ADHESIVE

A system for assembling a plurality of components into an assembly is provided. The system includes an installation table, a first transfer robot, a second transfer robot, and an adhesive dispensing robot. The first transfer robot is configured to assemble some of the plurality of components into a first sub-assembly and transfer the first sub-assembly to the installation table. The second transfer robot is configured to assemble remaining ones of the plurality of components into a second sub-assembly, transfer the second sub-assembly to the installation table, and attach the second sub-assembly to the first sub-assembly. The adhesive dispensing robot is configured to apply an adhesive between the first sub-assembly and the second sub-assembly, after the second sub-assembly is attached to the first sub-assembly, to bond the second sub-assembly to the first sub-assembly. 1. A system for assembling a plurality of components into an assembly , comprising:an installation table;a first transfer robot configured to assemble some of the plurality of components into a first sub-assembly and transfer the first sub-assembly to the installation table;a second transfer robot configured to assemble remaining ones of the plurality of components into a second sub-assembly, transfer the second sub-assembly to the installation table, and attach the second sub-assembly to the first sub-assembly; andan adhesive dispensing robot configured to apply an adhesive between the first sub-assembly and the second sub-assembly, after the second sub-assembly is attached to the first sub-assembly, to bond the second sub-assembly to the first sub-assembly.2. The system according to claim 1 , further comprising a first welding robot configured to sonically weld the some of the plurality of components into the first sub-assembly.3. The system according to claim 2 , further comprising a second welding robot configured to sonically weld the remaining ones of the plurality of components into the second ...

STACKED ROLLING VEHICLE TRACK

A roller coaster track may comprise a laminate and a metal bearing layer. A method of manufacturing a roller coaster track may comprise manufacturing a laminate, manufacturing a metal bearing layer, and assembling the laminate and bearing layer. The bearing layer may be at least partially filled with grout. A method of repairing a wood roller coaster track may comprise removing a layer of laminate, and replacing the layer with a metal bearing layer. 1. A method of manufacturing a section of roller coaster track , the method comprising the steps of:creating a design of a curve of the roller coaster track section comprising a laminate and a bearing layer, the bearing layer comprising metal, the bearing layer further comprising a cross-section substantially in the shape of a first parallelogram, the first parallelogram comprising a first side, a second side, a third side and a fourth side, the design comprising a first design element corresponding to the first side, a second design element corresponding to the second side, a third design element corresponding to the third side, and a fourth design element corresponding to the fourth side; determining a planar shape of the side, the planar shape of the side corresponding to such design element as laid flat, and', 'cutting planar material into the form of the planar shape of the side so as to form the side; and, 'for each of the first design element, the second design element, the third design element and the fourth design elementassembling the cut planar material corresponding each of the design elements to form the bearing layer substantially according to the design;laminating at least two strips of non-metal material together to form the laminate substantially according to the design; andassembling the laminate and the bearing layer to form the curve of the roller coaster track section.29-. (canceled)10. A method of manufacturing a curved roller coaster track section , the method comprising the steps of:creating a ...

Device for configuring deformable material to provide a predetermined relatively non-deformable visual display

A device for configuring deformable material to provide a predetermined relatively non-deformable visual display includes a plurality of configuration blocks for receiving deformable material that ultimately transforms to a relatively non-deformable material, and a key member for aligning and securing together adjacently disposed configuration blocks. Each of the configuration blocks include a plurality of gaps for arcuately disposing the configuration blocks; and an insert member that engages a ridge portion of each configuration block to ultimately configure an edge portion of the deformable material. A base portion of each configuration block ultimately receives deformable material thereupon that is configured to a predetermined design. Arm members of each configuration block and the insert member are manually removed, after the deformable material transforms to a relatively non-deformable material, to expose a predetermined design in the edge portion and the base portion of each configuration block. The combined displays in the edge portions and the base portions of the configuration blocks provide a predetermined relatively non-deformable visual display. 1. A device for configuring deformable material to provide a predetermined relatively non-deformable visual display comprising:a plurality of configuration blocks for receiving deformable material that ultimately transforms to a relatively non-deformable material;means for aligning and securing together adjacently disposed configuration blocks;means for arcuately disposing said configuration blocks;means for configuring an edge portion of said deformable material;means for removing first predetermined portions of said configuration blocks; andmeans for vertically securing said deformable material to second predetermined portions of said configuration blocks, whereupon, predetermined designs are permanently imprinted upon said first and second predetermine portions, resulting in a relatively rigid predetermined ...

Gas shielded infrared welding and staking system

An infrared welding system for joining two parts made of thermoplastic material comprises a pair of infrared heaters for heating the two parts while spaced from each other; and energizing the infrared heaters to emit infrared heat and directing the emitted infrared heat onto selected portions of the opposed surfaces of the parts to melt at least portions of the opposed surfaces, while directing an inert gas onto the selected portions to prevent ignition of the melted thermoplastic material. The two parts are clamped together by moving at least one of the parts toward the other part to press the melted surfaces of the parts into contact with each other. The parts are cooled while they remain clamped together to solidify the molten thermoplastic material and thus weld the two parts together.

BLOOD PRESSURE MEASUREMENT CUFF AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SAME

A blood pressure measurement cuff includes a belt-like body including an outer fabric and an inner fabric facing each other to form a bag shape, the belt-like body housing a fluid bag, an elliptical ring member having one side attached to a region adjacent to one end of the belt-like body, a retaining member provided to a region adjacent to the other end of the belt-like body, and a fixing member provided to a front surface of the outer fabric of the belt-like body. The retaining member includes a projection part that is flexible and projects outward of the belt-like body in a thickness direction Z, and support parts, each being flat plate-like, contiguous with a base of the projection part, and attached along the region adjacent to the other end of the outer fabric.

Multilayered Flexible Electronics Platform

A multilayer flexible electronics platform is an apparatus that allows modular thin-film electronics to be integrated into everyday flexible, flat objects such as pieces of clothing, material coatings, or wearable devices. The apparatus includes a flexible water-impermeable envelop, a flexible power-source layer, a flexible printed circuit board (PCB) layer, and a flexible accessory-interfacing layer. The flexible accessory-interfacing layer allows those modular thin-film electronics to be electronically and electrically attached to the apparatus. The flexible PCB layer allows the apparatus to control and manage those modular thin-film electronics. The flexible power-source layer is used to provide electrical power to those modular thin-film electronics. The flexible water-impermeable envelop protectively encloses those modular thin-film electronics and the aforementioned functional layers of the apparatus. 1. A multilayered flexible electronics platform comprises:at least one functional unit;each of the at least one functional unit comprises a flexible water-impermeable envelop, a flexible power-source layer, a flexible printed circuit board (PCB) layer, and a flexible accessory-interfacing layer;the flexible power-source layer, the flexible PCB layer, and the flexible accessory-interfacing layer being stackably positioned amongst each other;the flexible power-source layer, the flexible PCB layer, and the flexible accessory-interfacing layer being positioned within the flexible water-impermeable envelop;the flexible PCB layer being electronically connected to the flexible power-source layer and the flexible accessory-interfacing layer; andthe flexible power-source layer being electrically connected to the flexible PCB layer and the flexible accessory-interfacing layer.2. The multilayered flexible electronics platform as claimed in comprises:each of the at least one functional unit further comprises an attachment mechanism; andthe attachment mechanism being ...

DISPLAY DEVICE AND DISPLAY DEVICE MANUFACTURING METHOD

A display device includes a display panel including a main display surface and a first sub-display surface that protrudes from one side of the main display surface, an adhesive layer disposed below the display panel, and a thermoforming film disposed below the adhesive layer, and the first sub-display surface may include a first top surface and a first side surface that defines a predetermined angle with the first top surface. 1. A display device comprising:a display panel comprising a main display surface and a first sub-display surface which protrudes from one side of the main display surface;an adhesive layer disposed below the display panel; anda thermoforming film disposed below the adhesive layer,wherein the first sub-display surface comprises a first top surface and a first side surface which defines a predetermined angle with the first top surface.2. The display device of claim 1 , wherein the main display surface and the first top surface display an image in a first direction claim 1 , and the first side surface displays an image in a second direction crossing the first direction.3. The display device of claim 1 , wherein the main display surface has a width greater than a width of the first sub-display surface.4. The display device of claim 1 , wherein the display panel further comprises a second sub-display surface claim 1 , a third sub-display surface claim 1 , and a fourth sub-display surface claim 1 ,the first sub-display surface and the second sub-display surface are spaced apart from each other with the main display surface therebetween in a first direction, andthe third sub-display surface and the fourth sub-display surface are spaced apart from each other with the main display surface therebetween in a second direction crossing the first direction.5. The display device of claim 4 , wherein the second sub-display surface comprises a second top surface and a second side surface which defines a predetermined angle with the second top surface claim 4 , ...

Method for Producing a Component Connection

A method is provided for producing a component connection. The method includes the steps of: providing a first component that is made of a thermoplastic plastic material at least in the region of a portion of the surface thereof; providing a ball that is made of a thermoplastic plastic material in at least one region of the surface thereof; pressing the ball on the first component such that the thermoplastic plastic material of the ball comes into contact with the thermoplastic plastic material of the first component; vibrating the ball using an ultrasonic sonotrode and welding the ball with the first component; providing a second component having a through hole; bringing the second component to the first component in such a way that the ball projects at least into the through hole of the second component or a portion projects to a certain extent through the through hole; clipping a clip element to the ball, wherein the clip element projects beyond the through hole and joins both components to one another in an interlocking and/or force-locked manner. 1. A method for producing a component connection , the method comprising the acts of:providing a first component which is made of a thermoplastic plastic material at least in the region of a part of its surface;providing a ball which is made of a thermoplastic plastic material at least in a region of its surface;pressing the ball onto the first component such that the thermoplastic plastic material of the ball bears against the thermoplastic plastic material of the first component;vibrating the ball via an ultrasonic sonotrode and welding the ball to the first component;providing a second component which has a through-hole;bringing the second component up to the first component such that the ball projects at least into the through-hole of the second component or projects to a certain extent through the through-hole; andclipping a clip element onto the ball, wherein the clip element projects beyond the through-hole and ...

FIBER COMPOSITE COMPONENT ASSEMBLY HAVING AT LEAST TWO PLATE-SHAPED COMPOSITE STRUCTURES AND PROCESSES FOR PREPARING SAME

A method for producing a fiber composite component assembly having at least first and second plate-shaped composite structures made from synthetic resin embedded fibers, the at least first and second fiber composite components having a plurality of partial regions not containing synthetic resin is described. The method includes positioning the at least first and second fiber composite components, the partial regions having been brought to flush conformity with each other, bonding the at least first and second positioned fiber composite components by the adhesive layer arranged in between, placing mechanical reinforcement means through the partial regions, infusing the dry partial regions with synthetic resin, and curing the synthetic resin placed in the partial regions. 1. A method for producing a fiber composite component assembly having at least first and second plate-shaped composite structures made from synthetic resin embedded fibers , the at least first and second fiber composite components having a plurality of partial regions not containing synthetic resin , the method comprising:positioning the at least first and second fiber composite components, the partial regions having been brought to flush conformity with each other,bonding the at least first and second positioned fiber composite components by the adhesive layer arranged in between,placing mechanical reinforcement means through the partial regions,infusing the dry partial regions with synthetic resin, andcuring the synthetic resin placed in the partial regions.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the partial regions claim 1 , which in the initial state are dry claim 1 , are produced by inserting a filler during the production of the fiber composite components from fibers and synthetic resin.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein each partial region not containing synthetic resin is at least largely to fully enclosed by a cured region of the fiber composite component.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Method of Manufacturing a Surgical Implant Having a Marking

In a method of manufacturing a surgical implant, a flexible areal basic structure having a first face and a second face is provided. At least one linear marking thread is placed, in a floating manner, onto one of the faces of the basic structure and mechanically fixed (e.g. by stitching) to the basic structure at a first location and at a second location which are spaced from each other. Thereafter, the linear marking thread is thermally fixed to the basic structure in an area between the first location and the second location by a melt-fusing process.

COLD WEATHER VENTED GARMENT

The present invention relates to breathable, vented, and insulating cold weather garments. More particularly, the present invention relates to garments with chambers to retain an insulating fill material. Perforations along the seams between the insulating chambers may achieve optimal evaporative moisture transfer from the inside (proximal to the body of a wearer) of the garment to the outside environment. 1. A method of making a garment comprising:providing a first panel of material;providing a second panel of material;affixing the first panel and the second panel together at a plurality of seams to form one or more chambers between the first panel and the second panel;perforating one or more of the plurality of seams to create at least one perforation on the one or more of the plurality of seams, wherein the at least one perforation extends through the one or more of the plurality of seams, through the first panel, and through the second panel;filling the one or more chambers with a thermally insulating fill material; andforming the garment using at least the first panel of material and the second panel of material.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the thermally insulating fill material is at least one of down and a synthetic fiber.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the affixing step comprises:stitching the first panel and the second panel together to form the plurality of seams along predetermined sections.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the affixing step comprises:applying an adhesive along predetermined sections of an inner face of one of the first panel or the second panel, andpositioning an inner face of the other of the first panel or the second panel such that it is adjacent to the inner face of the respective of the first panel or the second panel with the applied adhesive.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the applied adhesive is activated by one of:(A) heat energy; or(B) ultrasonic energy.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of seams ...

REINFORCED BRICK MASONRY COLUMN WITH POLYESTER THREAD REINFORCEMENT STRIPS

A method of reinforcing a masonry structure is described wherein polyester thread reinforcement strips are manufactured and mounted on the masonry structure to protect it from lateral forces caused by earthquake and other natural occurring phenomena that generally produce bending moments in the masonry structure. The disclosed method can easily and economically be applied to reinforce masonry structures in underprivileged regions. 117-. (canceled)18: A method of manufacturing polyester thread reinforcement strips , comprising:tying a first end of a polyester thread to a first pole of a structure comprising the first pole and a second pole, wherein the first pole and the second pole are parallel and separated by at least 20 cm;winding a second end of the polyester thread around the second pole of the structure and returning the second end of the polyester thread to the first pole in stretched form to make a wound cycle, wherein the polyester thread is perpendicular to the first and the second poles;repeating the winding at least 30 times in a back and forth movement to form a polyester thread assembly, wherein each polyester thread is adjacent and parallel to the polyester thread from a previous wound cycle, and wherein no gap is present between the adjacent and parallel polyester threads;applying an adhesive to the polyester thread assembly;curing and/or drying the adhesive; andcutting the polyester thread assembly along the first and the second poles and at least 1 cm from each pole to make the polyester thread reinforcement strip.19: The method of claim 18 , wherein the cutting forms cut edges on opposing sides of the polyester thread reinforcement strip claim 18 , and the method further comprises sealing the cut edges of the polyester thread reinforcement strip by heating claim 18 , annealing and/or taping.20: The method of claim 18 , wherein the polyester thread reinforcement strip has an ultimate tensile strength at least four times larger and a maximum tensile ...

Manufacturing apparatus and method of manufacturing a metal-composite patch part

A manufacturing apparatus of a metal-composite patch part and a manufacturing method thereof include: a laser oscillator oscillating a laser; a first laser irradiator used to perform pattern processing on one surface of a metal with a laser by receiving the laser from the laser oscillator; and a metal-composite bonding apparatus for bonding a composite tape to the one surface of the pattern-processed metal. The apparatus includes a feeder roller supplying a composite tape to the one surface of the pattern processed metal and a pressing roller pressing the composite tape to the one surface of the metal. The bonding performance between the metal and the composite and productivity may be improved because the number of the processes related to the metal-composite patch part manufacturing process may be significantly reduced.

HYRBID WELDING OF THERMOPLASTICS

A process for welding of at least two separate vehicle panels () to form an integral part () for a vehicle. There is provided at least one first panel () including a first weld line area () and at least one second panel () including a corresponding second weld line area (), the second weld line area () abutting in a weldable relationship to the first weld line area (). The first and second weld line areas () have at least one first weldable portion () and at least one second portion () at which welding is substantially hindered during welding attachment of the first and second panels (). The process includes applying a curable adhesive at each second portion (), placing in a welding fixture and welding the panels () at each first weldable portion () such that the panels () are held together during curing of the adhesive. 1. A process for welding of two separate vehicle panels to form an integral part for a vehicle , comprising:providing a first panel including a first weld line area;providing a second panel including a corresponding second weld line area, said second weld line area for abutting in a weldable relationship to the first weld line area wherein said first and second weld line areas have a first weldable portion and second portion at which welding is substantially hindered during welding attachment of the first and second panels;applying a curable adhesive at said second portion and placing said first and second panels in welding position; and,welding said panels at said first weldable portion such that said panels are held together during curing of said adhesive.2. The process for welding of two separate vehicle panels to form an integral part for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein there are a plurality of first weldable portions and second portions.3. The process for welding of two separate vehicle panels to form an integral part for a vehicle of claim 1 , wherein said adhesive is a urethane adhesive.4. The process for welding of two separate vehicle panels ...

PIPE, PIPE CONNECTION AND PIPELINE SYSTEM

A pipeline system is enclosed including unlined or plastic lined pipes. A mechanical metal to metal connection is employed that can provide a fluid tight seal. A pipe coupling may be employed to span the connection. Plastic lined pipes can have their plastic liners connected to form a fluid tight bladder. Electro fusion may be employed. 149.-. (canceled)50. An electro-fusion assembly installed in a metal shell , the electro-fusion assembly including:a plastic sleeve within the metal shell;an electrical conductor supported by the plastic sleeve;an electrical contact for conducting electricity to the electrical conductor, the electrical contact exposed on an outer surface of the metal shell anda fluid tight seal and an electrically insulative liner between the contact and the metal shell.51. The electro-fusion assembly of wherein the plastic sleeve is in contact with the metal shell.52. The electro-fusion assembly of wherein the contact includes a bolt and a nut claim 50 , the nut secured in the plastic and the bolt positioned with an end exposed on the outer surface and a stem engaged in the nut.53. The electro-fusion assembly of wherein the electrical conductor is conductively connected to the nut.54. The electro-fusion assembly of wherein the nut is secured against rotation in the plastic and the nut and the stem are threadedly engaged.55. The electro-fusion assembly of wherein the fluid tight seal and the electrically insulative liner are the same structure.56. The electro-fusion assembly of wherein the fluid tight seal is an o-ring compressed between the contact and the meta shell. This patent application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/379,245, titled “Pipe, Pipe Connection and Pipeline System,” filed on Aug. 15, 2014, which claims priority to International Application No. PCT/CA2013/050114, titled “Pipe, Pipe Connection and Pipeline System,” filed Feb. 14, 2013, which claims benefit of U.S. Patent Provisional Application No. 61/600,392, ...

Method of producing a continuous fibre reinforcement layer from individual fibre mats

A method of producing a single assembled longitudinally extending fibre layer for use in a later resin infusion process for manufacturing a fibre-reinforced composite structure is described including steps: a) providing a first fibre mat comprising unidirectional reinforcement fibres oriented in a longitudinal direction of the first fibre mat, b) providing a second fibre mat comprising unidirectional reinforcement fibres oriented in a longitudinal direction of the second fibre mat, c) arranging the first fibre mat and the second fibre mat so that unidirectional fibres of one end of the first fibre mat adjoin one end of the second fibre mat in a single plane at a common boundary, and d) splicing unidirectional fibres of the first fibre mat at one end of the first fibre mat to unidirectional fibres of the second fibre mat at one end of the second fibre mat in order to form a splicing joint.

Methods Of Joining Textiles And Other Elements Incorporating A Thermoplastic Polymer Material

A yarn or thread may include a plurality of substantially aligned filaments, with at least ninety-five percent of a material of the filaments being a thermoplastic polymer material. Various woven textiles and knitted textiles may be formed from the yarn or thread. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be thermal bonded to other elements to form seams. A strand that is at least partially formed from a thermoplastic polymer material may extend through the seam, and the strand may be thermal bonded at the seam. The woven textiles or knitted textiles may be shaped or molded, incorporated into products, and recycled to form other products. 1. A method of joining comprising:stitching a pair of textile elements together with a strand to form a seam; andheating and compressing the textile elements and the strand at the seam to (a) form a thermal bond between the textile elements and (b) melt the strand.2. The method recited in claim 1 , wherein the step of heating and compressing includes heating the seam to a temperature that is (a) above a glass transition temperature and below a melting temperature of a thermoplastic polymer material in at least one of the textile elements and (b) above a melting temperature of a thermoplastic polymer material in the strand.3. The method recited in claim 1 , wherein (a) at least one of the textile elements includes a first thermoplastic polymer material and (b) the strand includes a second thermoplastic polymer material claim 1 , a melting temperature of the first thermoplastic polymer material being higher than a melting temperature of the second thermoplastic polymer material.4. The method recited in claim 3 , wherein the step of heating and compressing includes heating the seam to a temperature that is (a) above a glass transition temperature and below a melting temperature of the first thermoplastic polymer material and (b) above a melting temperature of the second thermoplastic polymer material.5. The method recited in claim 4 ...

Method of Making Reinforced Composite Articles with Reduced Fiber Content in Local Areas and Articles Made by the Method

A composite part including a resin matrix and fibers reinforcing the resin matrix in a first portion of the matrix. A second portion of the resin matrix is substantially devoid of fibers. The fibers may be in the form of a woven mat that defines an opening. Alternatively, the fibers may be loose fibers that are deposited in a mold that includes predetermined areas that are shielded from the deposit of the loose fibers. A method of making the composite part is disclosed in which a woven mat having an opening is filled with resin. Another method is also disclosed in which loose fibers are shielded from being deposited in a portion of the mold that is subsequently filled with resin.

TIRE CARCASS PLY JOINING APPARATUS AND METHOD

A method forms a butt joint between ends of first and second plies and splices the first and second plies together. The method includes the steps of: positioning a first splice edge of a first ply at a first location; positioning a second splice edge of a second ply at a second location, the second splice edge being left bare; wrapping a gum strip around the first splice edge such that the first gum strip forms a U-shaped structure in section that allows the first gum strip to extend from a first planar side of the first ply over the first splice edge to a second opposite planar side of the first ply; not wrapping a gum strip around the second splice edge; placing the first splice edge in abutting relationship to the second splice edge; and stitching the first splice edge to the second splice edge such that stitches each extend from the first planar side of the first ply, through the gum strip, to the first planar side of the second ply. 1. A method for forming a butt joint between ends of first and second plies and splicing the first and second plies together , the method comprising the steps of:positioning a first splice edge of a first ply at a first location;positioning a second splice edge of a second ply at a second location;wrapping a gum strip around the first splice edge such that the first gum strip forms a U-shaped structure in section that allows the first gum strip to extend from a first planar side of the first ply over the first splice edge to a second opposite planar side of the first ply;not wrapping a gum strip around the second splice edge;placing the first splice edge in abutting relationship to the second splice edge;stitching the first splice edge to the second splice edge such that stitches each extend from the first planar side of the first ply, through the gum strip, to the first planar side of the second ply; andcuring the first splice edge to the second splice edge.2. The method as set forth in wherein the first and second plies both have ...

Plastics connecting seam, plastics bottle with a connecting seam and method for the production thereof

The invention relates to a plastics connecting seam for the fluid-tight connection of at least two plastics surfaces. The plastics connecting seam is in the form of a plastics connecting seam that supports strength under a load in such a way that a load acting in a standard load direction increases the connection strength of the seam.

JOINT STRUCTURE AND JOINT STRUCTURE MANUFACTURING METHOD

The present invention provides a joint structure having: a first panel comprising a first material; a second panel comprising a metal material different from the first material; a rivet having a head portion that is placed in contact with the first panel, a shaft portion that is passed through the first panel, and a joint portion that is disposed on the shaft portion side and is in contact with and joined by welding to the second panel; and a sandwiching portion that is disposed at the rivet and sandwiches between itself and the head portion the first panel from the second panel side. 1. A joint structure comprising:a first panel comprising a first material;a second panel comprising a metal material different from the first material;a rivet having a head portion that is placed in contact with the first panel, a shaft portion that is passed through the first panel, and a joint portion that is disposed on the shaft portion side and is in contact with and joined by welding to the second panel; anda sandwiching portion that is disposed at the rivet and sandwiches, between itself and the head portion, the first panel from the second panel side, wherein a first rivet that is equipped with the head portion and the shaft portion and', 'a second rivet that is at least equipped with the joint portion, is in contact with the first rivet, and is in contact with the second panel,, 'the rivet is divided into'}just the shaft portion of the first rivet is in contact with a through hole running through the first panel, andthe sandwiching portion is a seat portion that is formed at the second rivet and is in contact with the first panel and the second panel in a region around the through hole at which the shaft portion passes through the first panel.2. (canceled)3. The joint structure according to claim 1 , wherein an engagement portion engaged with an engagement counterpart portion formed at the second rivet is formed at the first rivet.4. A joint structure comprising:a first panel ...

PORTABLE DEVICE FOR ATTACHING A CONNECTOR TO AN OPTICAL FIBER

A portable device for attaching a connector to an optical fiber, the optical fiber having an end, the device comprising means for receiving the optical fiber at the end of the optical fiber; and a connector station for autonomously attaching the connector to the optical fiber. 1. A method for evacuating debris from an optical fiber , the method comprising the steps of:covering the optical fiber with a tape;trapping the debris between the tape, in the form of a tape sandwich; anddriving the tape, thus evacuating the tape sandwich.2. A method for evacuating debris from an optical fiber , the method comprising the steps of:covering the optical fiber with a first tape and a second tape;trapping the debris between the first tape and the second tape, in the form of a two-tape sandwich; anddriving the first tape and the second tape, thus evacuating the two-tape sandwich.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising folding the tape along its longitudinal axis to form the tape sandwich.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising folding two different longitudinal portions of the tape over creating a fold transverse to the tape to form the tape sandwich.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising conducting an operation on the optical fiber thereby generating the debris.6. The method of claim 2 , further comprising conducting an operation on the optical fiber thereby generating the debris.7. The method of claim 5 , wherein the operation is a stripping operation claim 5 , a cleaning operation claim 5 , or a cleaving operation.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein the operation is a stripping operation claim 6 , a cleaning operation claim 6 , or a cleaving operation.9. The method of claim 1 , further comprising guiding the tape.10. The method of claim 2 , further comprising guiding the first tape and the second tape.11. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first tape and the second tape are each adhesive over an entire side.12. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first tape is ...

Stitching apparatus and method of use

The present invention is a stitching apparatus and method of use wherein large spools of material can be used and driven into position in a sewing, embroidery or other stitching machine, thereby decreasing the complexity of the stitching process and reducing breakage and thread depletion. The apparatus generally comprises an upper thread feeding assembly, a lower thread feeding assembly, a stitching surface area and an activation assembly, wherein the activation assembly bonds the upper thread to the lower thread at the stitching surface area.

RUBBER/RESIN COMPOSITE SEAL MATERIAL

A rubber/resin composite seal material having a base material of a rubbery elastomer and a fluororesin film that comes into contact with a fluid to be sealed, bonded to the base material with an adhesive. The seal is resistant to deterioration by reactive materials such as plasma, chemicals and heat yet remains flexible and may be repeatedly compressed. The rubber/resin composite seal material may be formed into the shape of an O-ring or other sealing structure. 14.-. (canceled)5. A method for manufacturing a rubber/resin composite seal material comprising a base material comprising a rubbery elastomer and a fluororesin film bonded to the base material with an adhesive , comprising:using an outer frame mold and an inner frame mold which have a shape of forming between them an empty space,the fluororesin film which is coated with an adhesive on its surface and the rubbery elastomer which is placed on the surface of the fluororesin film are pushed into the empty space so that at least a part of an inner wall of the empty space is covered with the fluororesin film and an inside of the fluororesin film is filled with the rubbery elastomer, andthe fluororesin film is bonded to the rubbery elastomer with the adhesive by heating.6. The method for manufacturing a rubber/resin composite seal material according to claim 5 , whereinthe rubber/resin composite seal material is O-ring.7. The method for manufacturing a rubber/resin composite seal material according to claim 6 , whereinthe outer frame mold and the inner frame mold have a shape of forming a circular ring-shaped cross sectionally circular empty space and a circular ring-shaped clearance continuing from a part of the outer peripheral side of the empty space when the inner frame mold arranged concentrically with the outer frame mold.8. The method for manufacturing a rubber/resin composite seal material according to claim 7 , whereinthe rubbery elastomer is placed on the fluororesin film which is disposed so as to cover ...

Method and device for thermocompression bonding

There are provided a method and device for thermocompression bonding of possibly preventing any warping of a resin member to be caused by thermocompression bonding, and of possibly reducing the time to be taken for processing. The method for thermocompression bonding, includes: preheating a resin member using an infrared radiation section; and subjecting the resin member to thermocompression bonding using a heating section and a pressurization section.

PLASTICITY INDUCED BONDING

Methods and apparatuses for bonding polymeric parts are disclosed. Specifically, in one embodiment, the polymeric parts are bonded by plastically deforming them against each other while they are below the glass transition temperatures. 119-. (canceled)20. An apparatus comprising:a pressing element constructed and arranged to apply a compressive force to a first part in contact with a second part;a controller in electrical communication with the pressing element, wherein the controller controls the pressing element to apply a compressive stress to the first part and the second part that is greater than a yield strength and less than an ultimate compressive strength of both the first part and the second part, and wherein the controller controls the pressing element to plastically deform the first part and the second part to a compressive plastic strain between about 1% and a compressive strain limit of both the first part and the second part.21. The apparatus of claim 20 , further comprising one or more sensors associated with the pressing element and in electrical communication with the controller claim 20 , wherein the controller controls the applied compressive stress and/or compressive strain based on input from the one or more sensors.22. The apparatus of claim 20 , wherein the pressing element is constructed and arranged to apply a substantially plane strain plastic deformation to the first part and the second part.23. The apparatus of claim 20 , further comprising a heating element constructed and arranged to heat at least one of a bonding surface of the first part and the second part while leaving a bulk of the first part below a glass transition temperature of the first part and a bulk of the second part below a glass transition temperature of the second part.24. The apparatus of claim 20 , wherein the controller controls the compressive stress to be between about 2 and 5 times a yield strength of both the first part and the second part.25. The apparatus of ...

Welding Head and Method for Use with Polymeric Components

A fusion bonding process for polymeric components and welding heads for use in the process are described. Methods and devices can be utilized to weld polymer-based structural components to one another by use of an enhanced friction stir welding technology that combines heating, pressure, and polymer agitation to form a highly secure joint between polymeric structural components and a short fiber reinforced thermoplastic connection element.

Method for using ultrasound to lock a plastic plug that plugs a steering box

A method includes a rotation locking step during which the rotation of the threaded hub about the central axis is blocked by heating a portion of the plug to soften, then by forcing the softened thermoplastic material to penetrate into, and then solidify in, a female cavity hollowed in the wall of the orifice to constitute a male member which fits into the female cavity. The female cavity forms, against the action of the male member, a guiding end stop preventing the male member, and therefore the hub, from rotating about the central axis to oppose any rotary screwing/unscrewing of the plug and maintaining a degree of freedom in axial translation along the central axis of the male member within the female cavity, so as not to impede a sliding of the hub and of its screw thread along the central axis against the wall.

Method and apparatus for fabricating a fibre reinforced thermoplastic composite structure

An apparatus for fabricating a fibre reinforced thermoplastic composite structure is described. The apparatus comprises a localised heat source arranged to heat a portion of a stack of fibre reinforced thermoplastic material layers and an ultrasonic transducer arranged to locally introduce ultrasonic energy waves to the heated portion of the fibre reinforced thermoplastic material layers. The apparatus makes it possible to achieve ultrasonic consolidation of the layers occurs.

Ejector Integrally Formed with an Intake Air Component and a Method to Manufacture

Vapors in the fuel tank of a vehicle are collected in a carbon canister. An ejector or aspirator is used to purge the carbon canister in a pressure-charged engine in which a positive pressure exists in the intake. A compact ejector includes a substantially planar flange and a venturi tube coupled to the flange with a central axis of the venturi tube substantially parallel to the flange. By manufacturing the ejector in two pieces, dimensions within the ejector: throat, converging section, and diverging section, is more accurate than prior art manufacturing techniques thereby providing better flow characteristics throughout the boost range. By forming one of the two pieces of the ejector integrally with the air intake component in which it is coupled, decreases part count and the number of manufacturing processes.

LINERS AND LININGS FOR TANKS AND OTHER LIQUID CONTAINMENT VESSELS

Exemplary embodiments are disclosed of liners, linings, and liquid containment vessels including the same. Also disclosed are exemplary method of providing liners and linings for liquid containment vessels, such as process tanks, immersion tanks, containment pits, gravity feed conduits for transferring or conveying liquid, etc. In an exemplary embodiment, a liner or lining is anchored to at least one structural component by at least one extrusion weld and at least one mechanical fastener. The mechanical fastener is coupled to the structural component. The extrusion weld is coupled to the mechanical fastener. The liner or lining may be anchored to a wide range of structural components, such as a frame, a framework, a frame member, a tank, a wall, a support member, a reinforcing member, an outer shell, a substrate (e.g., concrete, etc.) or sidewalls defining a pit or a gravity feed conduit, combinations thereof, other structures or components, etc. 1. A method of providing a liner or lining for a liquid containment vessel having at least one concrete sidewall , the method comprising:forming a notched portion in the concrete sidewall;coupling at least one mechanical fastener to the concrete sidewall within the notched portion; andextrusion welding by infusing molten thermoplastic material along an edge portion of a sheet and about at least a portion of the mechanical fastener, whereby the sheet is anchored to the concrete sidewall.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the mechanical fastener comprises a hollow portion; andthe extrusion welding includes infusing molten thermoplastic material in the hollow portion of the mechanical fastener.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the mechanical fastener comprises at least one threaded mechanical fastener having spaced-apart threads; andthe extrusion welding includes infusing molten thermoplastic material in between the spaced-apart threads of the threaded mechanical fastener.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the mechanical ...

Sealant containment assembly, system, and method

A sealant containment assembly is configured to bound at least a portion of a fastener pattern between at least two components, such as components used to form at least a portion of an aircraft. The sealant containment assembly includes at least one sealant containment member that is configured to sealingly engage peripheral portions of components. The sealant containment member(s) is configured to form a sealing chamber around at least a portion of the fastener pattern. Fluid sealant is configured to flow into the sealing chamber and cure to seal fasteners within the fastener pattern that connect the components together.

Three-Dimensional Signboard and Making Method Thereof

A three-dimensional signboard and a making method thereof are provided. The three-dimensional signboard comprises an upper unit and a lower unit which are connected; the upper unit comprising a main portion () for reflecting the identification shape of the three-dimensional signboard; the lower unit comprising sidewall () connected to the main portion (), wherein the sidewall () encircles the main portion () for supporting, and a cavity is formed therebetween; and connecting portion () arranged between the main portion () and the sidewall (), the connecting portion () comprises a plurality of step layers arranged in stack, and the step layer each comprises an upper step plate and a lower step plate which are connected. The signboard is very stereoscopic and easy to be identified; and the making method thereof has a simple process. 1. A three-dimensional signboard , characterized in that , comprises:an upper unit and a lower unit which are connected to each other;the upper unit comprising a main portion for reflecting the identification shape of the three-dimensional signboard;the lower unit comprising a sidewall connected to the main portion, wherein the sidewall encircles the main portion for supporting, and a cavity is formed therebetween; anda connecting portion arranged between the main portion and the sidewall, wherein the connecting portion comprise a plurality of step layers arranged in stack, and the step layer each comprises an upper step plate and a lower step plate which are connected each other.2. The three-dimensional signboard as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , the edge of the upper step plate of a lower step layer in the plurality of step layers is connected to the edge of the lower step plate of an upper step layer connected to the lower step layer; the size of the lower step layer is bigger in scale than that of the upper step layer.3. The three-dimensional signboard as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that claim 1 , the ...

THERMOPLASTIC BAG PRODUCED WITH A BACK SEAM WELDER

A thermal welder is configured to weld a back seam of a bag formed of thermoplastic sheet material. The welder may include a weld heater and a compression mechanism downstream of the weld heater to compress the sheet material to form the back seam. The welder may also include a weld breaker downstream of the compression mechanism to break apart incidental welds which are formed adjacent the back seam. 1. A thermoplastic bag produced by a method comprising the steps of:providing flexible thermoplastic sheet material having a longitudinally extending first edge segment and an opposed longitudinally extending second edge segment;forming an overlap region in the sheet material by placing the first edge segment over and beyond the second edge segment;forming the sheet material into a tubular configuration comprising first and second superimposed panels, wherein the second panel includes the overlap region, and the overlap region overlays a portion of the first panel;moving the sheet material downstream;heating the sheet material along the overlap region with a weld heater;compressing the first and second edge segments together with a compression mechanism downstream of the weld heater to form a longitudinally-extending welded back seam extending along the overlap region; andas the sheet material is moving downstream in the tubular configuration, breaking incidental welds extending between the welded back seam and the portion of the first panel overlaid by the welded back seam with a weld breaker which extends downstream of the compression mechanism between the welded back seam and the first panel.2. The thermoplastic bag as defined in claim 1 , wherein the bag comprises a thermoplastic tube having a top seam claim 1 , a bottom seam and only a single seam extending between the top seam and the bottom seam; and wherein the single seam is the welded back seam formed where the first segment and the second segment overlap along the overlap region.3. The thermoplastic bag as ...

METHOD FOR SEALING A SEAM REGION, AND PLASTIC SKIN

The invention relates to a method by which stitch openings in the area of a seam in a plastic skin (), in particular a PVC or TPU skin, are sealed, said PVC or TPU skin being provided for a foamed part. Foamed parts of this type are used especially as interior fitting parts, e.g. as a dashboard, in the field of automobile manufacturing. The invention further relates to a PVC or TPU skin comprising a seam of said type. 1. Method for sealing a seam region of a plastic skin , in particular a PVC or TPU slush skin , with stitch openings being present in the plastic skin in the seam region owing to the incorporation of a yarn in the plastic skin ,providing a plastic skin having a visible side and provided with at least one yarn such that the rear side of the plastic skin is accessible,heating the rear side of the plastic skin in the seam region such that the plastic skin contacts the yarn in the region of the stitch openings.2. Method according to claim 1 , characterised in that the heating of the plastic skin is carried out by means of a heating device with a relative movement being provided between the heating device and the skin.3. Method according to claim 2 , characterised in that the heating device is a gas burner claim 2 , a hot air source claim 2 , an infrared source claim 2 , a heating element claim 2 , a soldering iron claim 2 , a pressure roller with a heat source or pressure pad with a heat source claim 2 , or a laser.4. Method according to claim 1 , characterised in that the at least one yarn is a fire-resistant yarn.5. Method according to claim 1 , characterised in that in the step of preparing the plastic skin claim 1 , the skin is placed visible side facing down on a support claim 1 , in particular a machine table claim 1 , or in one half of a foaming tool.6. Method according to claim 1 , characterised in that when heating the rear side of the plastic skin in the seam region claim 1 , the plastic skin is at least partially melted.7. Method according to ...

ENDLESS HANDRAIL MANUFACTURING METHOD, ENDLESS HANDRAIL AND ESCALATOR

An endless handrail manufacturing method includes: a first step of cutting the dorsal part on one end side and the dorsal part on the other end side of a belt-like molded product to expose a tension member from the end portions; a second step of heating the product on the one end side, then removing the softened resin member, and then exposing a canvas from the end portion; a third step of heating the product with a heating jig to dent the abdominal part; a fourth step of applying an adhesive to the terminal on the one end side or the terminal on the other end side of the product, then fitting the former terminal to the latter terminal of the product; and a fifth step of supplementing a resin to the fitting portion, then hot pressing the fitting portion to fusion-bond the terminals. 114-. (canceled)15. An endless handrail manufacturing method comprising:a first step of cutting the dorsal part on one end side and the dorsal part on the other end side of a belt-like molded product to expose a tension member on the one end side and a tension member on the other end side from the respective end portions;a second step of heating the belt-like molded product after the first step on the one end side, then removing the resin member softened by the heating on the one end side over a defined width from the end face, and then exposing a canvas from the end portion on the one end side of the belt-like molded product;a third step of heating the belt-like molded product after the first step on the other end side with a heating jig attached to the abdominal part to dent the abdominal part on the other end side of the belt-like molded product lower than the surrounding area;a fourth step of applying an adhesive to the terminal on the one end side of the belt-like molded product formed through the second step or the terminal on the other end side of the belt-like molded product formed through the third step, then fitting the terminal on the one end side to the terminal on the other ...

Device to preheat a tape and connected method of application

A device to preheat a tape for sealing containing compartments with a sealing tape, operates intervening by heating and tensioning a sealing tape by means of a panel.

Scalable Biochip and Method for Making

The present disclosure provides a biochip and methods of fabricating. The biochip includes a fluidic part and a sensing part bonded together using a polymer. The fluidic part has microfluidic channel pattern on one side and fluidic inlet and fluidic outlet on the other side that are fluidly connected to the microfluidic channel pattern. The fluidic inlet and fluidic outlet are formed by laser drilling after protecting the microfluidic channel pattern with a sacrificial protective layer. The polymer bonding is performed at low temperature without damaging patterned surface chemistry on a sensing surface of the sensing part.

System and method for bonding structures

A system and method for bonding structures includes a method of bonding a first panel to a second panel. An adhesive material is applied to at least one of the first panel and the second panel and is disposed between the first panel and the second panel. A welding device having at least a first electrode and a second electrode is configured to receive and position the first panel and second panel between the first and second electrodes. The welding device generates an electric current with the first and second electrodes to apply to the first panel and the second panel. The electric current generates thermal energy having a first temperature that cures the adhesive material positioned between the first and second electrodes to bond the first panel with the second panel.

STITCHBONDED THERMOPLASTIC NONWOVEN TEXTILE ELEMENTS

An article with a component joined with stitchbonding to a nonwoven textile formed from a plurality of thermoplastic polymer filaments. The nonwoven material, component, yarn, and stitch pattern can be optimized using disclosed structures and components to provide the article with desirable characteristics such as increased tensile and tear strength, improved aesthetics, moisture resistance and to limit or modify the stretch of the article in one or more directions and the like. A variety of products, including apparel (e.g., shirts, pants, footwear) may incorporate the article. In some of these products, the nonwoven textile may also be joined to the component with other bonding structures such as heat bonding, adhesives and the like. 1. A textile article , the textile article comprising:a first component, the first component comprising a nonwoven textile formed from a plurality of polymer filaments, wherein at least some of the polymer filaments are fused together, wherein each polymer filament incorporates a thermoplastic polyurethane material; anda second component, wherein the second component is joined to the first component, the second component being joined to the first component by stitchbonding.2. The textile article of claim 1 , wherein the stitchbonding joins the first component and the second component such that the first component and the second component are coplanar with each other.3. The textile article of claim 1 , wherein the stitchbonding is arranged in a pattern claim 1 , and the pattern extends longitudinally and latitudinally across a plane defined by a surface of the first component and the second component.4. The textile article of claim 1 , wherein the stitchbonding extends through a cross section of the first component and extends through a cross section of the second component.5. The textile article of claim 1 , whereinthe stitchbonding is arranged in a repeating chevron pattern, the repeating chevron pattern being comprised of a series ...

Conductive Fastening System for Composite Structures

A conductive fastener system for connecting a composite structure to a support structure includes a composite structure hole that extends through the composite structure and shares a common axis with a support structure hole that extends at least partially through the support structure. A fastener comprising a shank having an outer surface passes through the composite structure hole and at least partially through the support structure hole and provides an annular space between the outer surface of the shank and the inner surface of the composite structure hole. The annular space is filled with a conductive paste that comprises conductive particles suspended in a bonding agent.