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ПЕЧАТАНИЕ НА НЕТКАНЫХ ПОЛОТНАХ И ИХ ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ В КОМПОЗИТНЫХ МАТЕРИАЛАХ

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Нетканая ткань содержит сквозные полости, каждая сквозная полость содержит первое отверстие на верхней поверхности ткани и первый приподнятый край, смежный вдоль периферии с первым отверстием. Каждая полость может далее содержать второе отверстие на нижней поверхности ткани и второй приподнятый край, смежный вдоль периферии со вторым отверстием, так что первое отверстие может иметь площадь поверхности, которая больше или равна площади поверхности второго отверстия. 6 н. и 22 з.п. ф-лы, 21 ил.

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Изобретение относится к области строительных отделочных материалов и касается многослойного композитного напольного, настенного панельного или потолочного изделия. Изделие содержит: а) жесткую подложку, содержащую жесткую внутреннюю часть, имеющую первую поверхность и противоположную вторую поверхность, при этом жесткая внутренняя часть содержит по меньшей мере одну смесь из уплотненного волокна, и при этом по меньшей мере одна смесь из уплотненного волокна состоит из первого множества ориентированных волокон, имеющих первую температуру плавления, и второго множества ориентированных волокон, имеющих вторую температуру плавления, отличную от первой температуры плавления, причем жесткая внутренняя часть содержит первую часть, имеющую первую плотность, и вторую часть, имеющую вторую плотность, отличную от первой плотности, причем смесь из уплотненного волокна имеет плотность по меньшей мере 15 фунтов/фут3(240,3 кг/м3); и б) декоративную часть, имеющую первую поверхность и противоположную вторую ...

ОХЛАЖДАЮЩАЯ ТКАНЬ

Охлаждающая ткань, содержащая влагопроницаемый внутренний поверхностный слой, прокладочную ткань и наружный поверхностный слой, где наружный поверхностный слой имеет воздухопроницаемость самое большее 250 л/дм2/мин при 500 Па, измеренную согласно ISO 9237, и где прокладочная ткань содержит монофиламенты, простирающиеся по прокладочной ткани, причем монофиламенты имеют линейную плотность по меньшей мере 250 дтекс и монофиламенты присутствуют при плотности самое большее 800 монофиламентов на квадратный дюйм (124 шт./кв.см). 2 н. и 8 з.п. ф-лы, 2 табл., 2 ил.

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... 1. Способ изготовления фильерного и/или кардного нетканого слоя, включающий в себя следующие последовательные операции, на которых осуществляют: a) размещение по меньшей мере одного слоя (T1) волокон или микроволокон фильерного и/или кардного нетканого типа на подходящей опоре S; b) обработку слоя T1 так, чтобы получить увеличение его толщины пропусканием слоя T1 через средство утолщения, которое содержит два валика (2, 3) и по меньшей мере одну поверхность, снабженную ребрами, имеющими высоту больше 1 мм, свободную головку с контактной поверхностью для волокон или микроволокон, имеющих удлинение меньше 0,80 мм2, при этом указанные ребра распределены так, что они покрывают менее 14% указанной по меньшей мере одной поверхности. 2. Способ по п.1, в котором указанные ребра имеют высоту около 2 мм, контактную поверхность их свободных головок около 0,50 мм2 и распределение на указанной поверхности такое, чтобы покрывалось 7-9% этой поверхности. 3. Способ по п.1 или 2, в котором операцию b) выполняют ...

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... 1. Первичный грунтовой материал для ковра, содержащий по меньшей мере первый слой волокон и второй слой волокон, в котором оба слоя волокон - первый слой волокон и второй слой волокон - являются слоями нетканого материала из хаотически уложенных волокон, где линейная плотность волокон находится в диапазоне от 1 дтекс до 25 дтекс, отличающийся тем, что оба слоя волокон - первый слой волокон и второй слой волокон - содержат одинаковый состав по всему слою волокон, тем, что оба слоя волокон - первый слой волокон и второй слой волокон - содержат по меньшей мере два различных полимера, и тем, что по меньшей мере один полимер, содержащийся в первом слое волокон, отличается от полимеров, содержащихся во втором слое волокон.2. Первичный грунтовой материал для ковра по п.1, причем первичный грунтовой материал для ковра является термически скрепленным посредством связующего полимера, находящегося в волокнах.3. Первичный грунтовой материал для ковра по п.1 или 2, в котором различные полимеры в первом ...

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... 1. Способ изготовления ламинированного мата из минеральной ваты, содержащий первый шаг изготовления листа (1) минеральной ваты или мата, в котором волокна (3) расположены, по существу, вдоль длинной стороны листа или мата, причем указанный лист или мат разрезают на пластинки необходимой ширины посредством операции разрезания в направлении поперечном относительно продольного направления листа или мата, указанные пластинки разворачивают на 90° вокруг их продольной оси и размещают встык друг к другу для создания слоистой структуры, которую снабжают сверху покрывающим материалом (4), удерживающим пластинки вместе для образования ламинированного мата, причем соединения (5) между прилегающими пластинками остаются нескрепленными, отличающийся тем, что пластинки (2') вырезают из листа (1) минеральной ваты или мата посредством операции разрезания под углом, при котором поверхность среза пластинки образует угол α в промежутке от 20 до 70° относительно продольной плоскости листа или мата. ! 2. Способ ...

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... 1. Водонепроницаемая многослойная мембрана, проницаемая для паров воды, с по меньшей мере одним первым и одним вторым слоем, причем все слои состоят из термопластичного полимера из группы сложных полиэфиров с группами простых эфиров, группы простых полиамидоэфиров или группы простых полиэфироуретанов и соединены друг с другом, отличающаяся тем, что соседние слои состоят из термопластичных полимеров различных групп. ! 2. Мембрана по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что она обладает проницаемостью для паров воды (WVTR) от 3000 до 6500 г/м2/ч, измеренную по ASTM E 96-95, процедура BW, при температуре воды 30°С. ! 3. Мембрана по п.1 или 2, отличающаяся тем, что она обнаруживает проницаемость для водяных паров (WVTR) от 200 до 5000 г/м2/ч, измеренную по ASTM E 96-95, процедура B, при температуре воды 30°С. ! 4. Мембрана по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что она имеет общую толщину от 2 до 100 мкм. ! 5. Мембрана по п.4, отличающаяся тем, что она имеет общую толщину от 5 до 50 мкм. ! 6. Мембрана по п.1, отличающаяся ...

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Изобретение относится к впитывающему изделию типа трусов, такому как подгузник-трусы, гигиенические трусы или урологические трусы. Изделие содержит переднюю часть (2), заднюю часть (3) и промежностную часть (4), при этом боковые части (17, 18; 19, 20) передней части (2) и задней части (3) наложены друг на друга так, что их внутренние поверхности обращены друг к другу и соединены друг с другом вдоль боковых швов (12, 13). По меньшей мере часть указанных передней и задней частей, включающая в себя указанные боковые части (17, 18; 19, 20), содержит эластичный ламинат (21), содержащий первый и второй волокнистые слои (22, 23) и слой (24) эластичной пленки, расположенный между ними, при этом первый волокнистый слой (22) образует внутреннюю обращенную к носителю сторону эластичного ламината (21) и имеет поверхностную плотность от 13 до 30 г/м, и поверхностная плотность первого волокнистого слоя на 10-300% выше поверхностной плотности второго волокнистого слоя (23), при этом первые волокнистые ...

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Раскрыты эластифицированные материалы и изделия, содержащие эластифицированные материалы. В варианте осуществления эластифицированный материал может содержать первый слой, второй слой, эластомерную нить, размещенную между первым и вторым слоями, и множество связей, связывающих первый и второй слои вместе. Нить может иметь прямую и дугообразную части. Связи могут содержать первую и вторую связи и могут быть размещены на противоположных сторонах нити и разделены расстоянием, которое меньше, чем диаметр в ненатянутом состоянии нити. Первая и вторая связи могут быть размещены вдоль прямой части нити. Множество связей может дополнительно содержать третью и четвертую связи, которые являются смежными в продольном направлении, и размещены на противоположных сторонах нити, и разнесены на расстояние, которое больше, чем диаметр в ненатянутом состоянии нити. Третья и четвертая связи могут быть размещены вдоль дугообразной части нити. 3 н. и 17 з.п. ф-лы, 19 ил.

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... 1. Волокнистый листовой материал, включающий сетку и нетканую ткань, нанесенную ламинированием на сетку, в котором: ! номер волокна основы сетки составляет от 5 до 40 денье, и плотность основы составляет от 40 до 100 нитей основы на дюйм (15,7-39,4 нитей/см), номер волокна утка сетки составляет от 5 до 40 денье, и плотность утка составляет от 20 до 100 нитей утка на дюйм (7,9-39,4 нитей/см); ! нетканая ткань изготовлена из нетканой ткани, полученной аэродинамическим способом из расплава, фильерной нетканой ткани или кардной нетканой ткани, имеющей номер волокна 4,0 денье или менее; и ! основная масса волокнистого листового материала составляет от 7,5 до 20 г/м2. ! 2. Волокнистый листовой материал по п.1, в котором: ! основная масса нетканой ткани составляет 5 г/м2 или менее, и основная масса волокнистого листового материала составляет от 7,5 до 20 г/м2. ! 3. Волокнистый листовой материал по п.1 или 2, в котором как нетканая ткань, так и сетка включают составляющее волокно, и ! температура ...

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ОГНЕЗАЩИТНЫЙ ФИЛЬТР

СВЕРХЭЛАСТИЧНАЯ ПРОКЛАДКА

... 1. Выполненная с возможностью сжатия эластичная прокладка, которая содержит структуру, содержащую:параллельные продольные нити;параллельные поперечные нити;параллельные полые упругие элементы,выполненные эластичными в направлении своей толщины или радиальном направлении и в своем продольном или осевом направлении.2. Прокладка по п.1, в которой структура содержит:первый слой параллельных нитей, проходящих или в продольном, или в поперечном направлении;второй слой параллельных полых упругих элементов на одной стороне первого слоя, проходящих в продольном или поперечном направлении, отличном от направления нитей первого слоя;третий слой параллельных нитей на противоположной стороне второго слоя по отношению к первому слою, и проходящих в таком же направлении, как нити первого слоя;причем параллельные нити третьего слоя выровнены так, что они оказываются вставлены между промежутками, образованными между параллельными нитями первого слоя.3. Прокладка по п.2, в которой структура содержит:систему ...

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... 1. Баллистическая панель, содержащая пуленепробиваемый элемент, выполненный из баллистического материала и имеющий периметр, первую и вторую поверхности, а также кромку, проходящую между первой и второй поверхностями по периметру пуленепробиваемого элемента; оболочку, состоящую из первой и второй частей водонепроницаемого слоистого материала, расположенных вокруг пуленепробиваемого элемента, при этом слоистый материал содержит тканный внешний матерчатый слой, внутренний скрепляющий слой, содержащий слой из термопластичного полиуретана толщиной свыше или равной 25 мкм, а также термоустойчивый полимерный слой, выполненный из пористого политетрафторэтилена (ПТФЭ) и заламинированный между тканным внешним матерчатым слоем и внутренним скрепляющим слоем, отличающаяся тем, что полиуретан внутреннего скрепляющего слоя прилегает к первой и второй поверхностями пуленепробиваемого элемента; термоскрепление выполнено путем прикрепления слоистого материала непосредственно к первой и второй поверхностям ...

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... 1. Способ получения ламинированных нетканых тканей (1), содержащих- по меньшей мере, первый нетканый слой (3), состоящий по существу из натуральных целлюлозных волокон,- на обеих сторонах указанного первого слоя (3) второй нетканый слой (2) и третий нетканый слой (4), где второй нетканый слой (2) и третий нетканый слой (4) состоят по существу из спряденных из расплава волокон, причем каждый второй нетканый слой (2) и третий нетканый слой (4) имеют основную массу 12 г/мили менее, и- нетканая ткань состоит из, по меньшей мере, 50 мас.% целлюлозы,- первый слой (3) формован способом воздушного формования,отличающийся тем, что- первый слой (3) содержит натуральные целлюлозные волокна и термопластичные волокна,- по меньшей мере, один из второго нетканого слоя (2) или третьего нетканого слой (4) формуется отдельно и индивидуально, чтобы быть самонесущим холстом с отношением (среднегеометрическая влажная разрывная прочность)/(основная масса), по меньшей мере, 7 Н/м на г/м, и- три холста (2, 3, ...

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... 1. Композитное формованное изделие, содержащее по меньшей мере один полиамидный армирующий слой, состоящий из полиамидной матрицы и армирующих волокон, отличающееся тем, что полиамидный армирующий слой является пористым вследствие консолидации матричного материала в виде волокон, порошка или хлопьев и армирующих волокон с использованием процесса с применением сжатого пара.2. Формованное изделие по п.1, в котором армирующие волокна выбраны таким образом, что динамический модуль Юнга полиамидного армирующего слоя не изменяется более чем на 20% в интервале температур от 150°C до 210°C.3. Формованное изделие по п.1 или 2, в котором плотность композита составляет от 5% до 80% объемной плотности материалов полиамидного армирующего слоя.4. Формованное изделие по п.1 или 2, в котором коэффициент потери прочности на растяжение (-) конечного изделия составляет менее чем 0,15 в интервале температур от 60°C до 210°C.5. Формованное изделие по п.1, в котором полиамидная матрица представляет собой полиамид ...

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... 1. Ткань с покрытием, включающая:армирование;первое покрытие на армировании, включающее перфторполимер; ивторое покрытие на первом покрытии, включающее перфторполимер исиликоновый полимер в количестве от 2 вес.% до 30 вес.%.2. Ткань с покрытием по п.1, дополнительно включающая третье покрытие на втором покрытии.3. Ткань с покрытием по п.2, в которой третье покрытие включает фторполимер.4. Ткань с покрытием по п.2, в которой третье покрытие включает силикон.5. Ткань с покрытием по любому одному из пп.1-4, которая имеет сцепление покрытия, по меньшей мере, 0,32 кг/см.6. Ткань с покрытием по любому одному из пп.1-4, которая показывает сохранение прочности, по меньшей мере, 25%.7. Ткань с покрытием по любому одному из пп.1-4, которая имеет коэффициент трения не больше чем 0,2.8. Ткань с покрытием по любому одному из пп.1-4, в которой перфторполимер включает политетрафторэтилен (PTFE), гексафторпропилен (HFP), фторированный этиленпропилен (FEP), перфторалкилвиниловый эфир (PFA), их комбинацию ...

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Ein Antivirus-N95-Filterelement

Ein Antivirus-N95-Filterelement, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass es eine N95-Filterschicht (1) und eine antibakterielle Ag-Ionen- und / oder Cu-Ionen-Schicht (2) umfasst, die nacheinander von außen nach innen angeordnet sind;wobei die N95-Filterschicht (1) aus schmelzgeblasener Polypropylen-Vliesfilterbaumwolle oder schmelzgeblasener Glasfaser besteht;wobei die antibakterielle Ag-Ionen- und / oder Cu-Ionen-Schicht (2) ein mit Ag-Ionen und / oder Cu-Ionen beschichtetes Textilfasermaterial ist, undwobei die N95-Filterschicht (1) und die antibakterielle Ag-Ionen- und / oder Cu-Ionen-Schicht (2) durch einen Klebstoff geklebt und angeordnet werden.

Faserhaltiges Trägermaterial

Faserhaltiges Trägermaterial, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das faserhaltige Trägermaterial synthetische Fasern, die wenigstens eine Zinkionen-haltige und/oder Zinkionen-abgebende Komponente, die in den synthetischen Fasern teilweise oder vollständig angeordnet ist, aufweisen, umfasst.

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Elektrisch leitfähige Laminate aus Vliesen und einer elastischen Dämmschicht

Langfaser-verstärkter, thermoplastischer Harzverbundstoff

DRUCKZYLINDER AUS FASERVERSTÄRKTEM KUNSTSTOFFMATERIAL FÜR ROTATIONSSIEBDRUCK

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Bauteils und Bauteil

Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Bauteils (10, 20), insbesondere eines Bauteils für den Innenraum eines Kraftfahrzeugs, umfassend die Schritte:- Verbinden einer thermoplastischen Folie (1) mit einem Faserhalbzeug (2), das definierte Durchgangsstrukturen (8) aufweist, unter Herstellung einer Faserverbundstruktur (3),- Anordnen der Faserverbundstruktur (3) auf einem Träger (4), so dass das Faserhalbzeug (2) mit einer Oberfläche (5) des Trägers in Kontakt gelangt, wobei der Träger (4) ein Faserflies umfasst, das mindestens zwei unterschiedliche Fasermaterialien enthält und wobei mindestens eines der Fasermaterialien ein thermoplastisches Fasermaterial ist und- Verbinden der Faserverbundstruktur (3) mit dem Träger (4) durch Anwenden von Druck und einer Temperatur oberhalb des Schmelzpunktes der thermoplastischen Folie (1) dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die thermoplastische Folie (1) mindestens eine erste Folienschicht (6) und eine zweite Folienschicht (7) umfasst, wobei die zweite Folienschicht ...

Verbundfolie

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Verbundfolie (1), vorzugsweise vorgesehen für den Einsatz in der Bauwirtschaft und/oder vorzugsweise zur Verwendung als Baufolie, mit wenigstens einer Funktionsschicht (2), wenigstens einer äußeren Schutzschicht (3) und wenigstens einer inneren Schutzschicht (4), wobei die Funktionsschicht (2) zwischen der äußeren Schutzschicht (3) und der inneren Schutzschicht (4) angeordnet ist. Erfindungsgemäß ist vorgesehen, dass die Funktionsschicht (2) als wenigstens einlagige Membranschicht ausgebildet ist, dass die äußere Schutzschicht (3) als eine Polyolefin aufweisende Vliesschicht und die innere Schutzschicht (4) als eine Polyester aufweisende Vliesschicht ausgebildet sind.

VERBESSERUNGEN AN ODER IN BEZUG AUF ABSTANDSSTOFFE

Waschbarer, wasserdichter, atmungsaktiver Stoff und daraus hergestellte Artikel

GEWIRKTE HALTBARE STOFFE ZUR VERWENDUNG AUF FAHRZEUGSITZEN

Ein Gewirke zur Verwendung auf einem Fahrzeugsitz beinhaltet eine Vielzahl von miteinander verbundenen Schlaufen aus Garn, die ein sich wiederholendes Maschenmuster bilden, das eine Vielzahl von quergerichteten Lagen und eine Vielzahl von längsgerichteten Maschenstäben beinhaltet, worin jede Schlaufe der Vielzahl von Schlaufen in einem ersten Verlauf der Vielzahl von Lagen in Kontakt mit einer benachbarten Schlaufe im ersten Verlauf der Vielzahl von Lagen positioniert ist. Das Garn ist ein Flachgarn mit mindestens zwei Lagen, wobei jede Lage eine Lagenverdrehung von mindestens drei Windungen pro Zoll aufweist und das Garn durch eine Gesamtverdrehung von mindestens acht Windungen pro Zoll gekennzeichnet ist. Eine Maschendichte des Gewirkes ist größer als zwölf Stäbchen pro Zoll.

Artikel mit Textilauflage, die mit partiell oxidiertem Polyethylen behandelt ist

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft einen Artikel mit einem elastischen Grundkörper auf der Basis wenigstens eines thermoplastischen Elastomers oder auf der Basis eines Vulkanisates mit einer Artikeloberfläche, die mit einer Textilauflage versehen ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Textilauflage mit partiell oxidiertem Polyethylen behandelt ist, sowie Verfahren zur Herstellung eines solchen Artikels.

VLIESSCHICHTSTOFFE MIT VERBESSERTEM SCHÄLWIDERSTAND

UNGEWEBTES FASERSTOFFLAMINAT

IMPROVEMENTS IN OR RELATING TO VEHICLES

Wipes with improved properties

Composite structure

Flexible reinforced polymeric material

Spacer fabric

A flexible spacer fabric, suitable for a mattress cover has a liquid permeable and breathable upper surface layer, the upper surface layer comprising a knitted mesh wherein the ratio of average hole diameter to average strand width is from 4:1 to 1:2, a heat and liquid dissipating spacer layer, and a dimensionally stable lower surface layer. The fabric may be warp knitted. Wicking fibres may be used in the upper layer.

Thermally insulated and moisture repellant textile structure

A thermally insulated and moisture-repellent textile structure consists of an inner layer (10) (contact skin): made of moisture-absorbent and sweat-repellent ultrafine fiber; a middle layer (20) made of thermally insulated and anti-static metal yarns combined with moisture-absorbent and sweat-repellent ultrafine fibers; and an outer layer (30) made of moisture-absorbent and breathable pure cotton. When such textiles are applied to apparel like underwear, sweaters or jackets, the ultrafine fibers in the inner layer can completely absorb excessive water molecules on skin surface. When these water molecules that carry body heat pass through the middle layer, through the dual functions of the metal yarns of thermal insulation and the ultra fine fibers of moisture absorbance and sweat repellency, the water molecules are completely absorbed by the outer layer of pure cotton and repelled from the body. The body heat is conserved between the middle layer and human body. Thus when such textile is ...

Flexible 3-D textile structure and method of producing thereof

A three-dimensional structure is disclosed comprising a three-dimensional fabric with spaces within filled with flexible foam.

CARBON-CARBON COMPOSITE MATERIALS

Reinforced polymer composite

A composite article formed by consolidation under heat and pressure of a fabric comprising (a) fusible fabric members at least partly composed of polyaryletherketone material and (b) substantially infusible reinforcing fabric members. Curved composite articles of this kind can be fabricated using the draping ability of the fabric to conform to a suitably curved consolidation mold.

Adhesive pad comprising fibrous layer of metal and polymeric fibers

An adhesive pad comprises a mixture of metal fibres and polymeric fibres, the fibrous layer having on at least one of its surfaces an adhesive layer, the adhesive layer being configured so as to allow electrical contact between the fibrous layer and a metal substrate which is adhered to the adhesive layer. The fibrous layer has a thickness of at least 3 mm. The adhesive may contain conductive particles such as carbon fibres, carbon particles or metal particles. The adhesive layer may be provided in a discontinuous way so as to leave a certain part of the surface of the fibrous layer free of adhesive such as by providing the adhesive layer in spots or stripes. The metal fibres in the fibrous layer may penetrate through the adhesive layer in particular places. The opposite surfaces of the fibrous layer are generally planar and generally parallel to each other. The pad may be in the form of a sheet which may be rectangular, square, circular or oval or in the form of a web. After adhering an ...

COMPOSITE STRUCTURESBASED ON POLYOLEFINIC FIBRES AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE SAME

Improvements in or relating to spacer fabrics

A Fabricated Polymeric Strip For Soil Reinforcement And Other Uses

A strip, webbing or ribbon which is fabricated from bundles of fibres 10 which are laminated or encapsulated in a covering of a non woven fabric 11 which may then be coated or impregnated with a polymer 12. The non-woven fabric 11 may be sewn or heat welded into position which along with the optional coating or impregnation helps to maintain the conformity or shape of the strip, webbing or ribbon. The colour, surface texture, printed surface, physical size and tensile strength are all changeable according to the end use.

PENETRATION-RESISTANT TEXTILE SHEET

Composite structure

A composite structure 10 comprising one or more electrically conductive pathways 12 and one or more isolators 20 for isolating the pathways 12 from the bulk of the structure 10. The composite structure 10 may consist of a lay-up of multiple unidirectional carbon fibre reinforcement layers 12,14,18 which are impregnated with a resin matrix to form prepregs. The carbon fibre may be coated with a metal. A bolt hole 16 may be drilled into the composite structure and is arranged such that a mechanical fastener inserted in the hole 16 is in direct contact with the layer 18. This allows currents due to a lightning strike on or near the fastener to be conducted away from the fastener. Isolators 20 in the form of cuts of the carbon fiber tows 18 may be present to control the direction of conduction of currents away from the fastener to a desired location in the composite structure to a point via which the current can be removed from the structure following a lightning strike. Cuts or discontinuities ...

Adjustable shim

Fast Cure epoxy resins system

METHOD OF PRODUCING FORMABLE COMPOSITE MATERIAL

Fibre ropes and composite materials containing fibre ropes

A rope or yarn 4 comprises a plurality of fibre strands 1. Each strand is formed by twisting a tow 2, the tow comprising a plurality of fibres 1 of a non-polymeric, non-metallic and high modulus (Youngs of greater than 20 GPa) material, such as carbon, boron, glass, ceramic or quartz fibre. The tow is twisted with a first twist density to form each of the fibre strands 3, and the strands are twisted with a second twist density to form the rope 4. Each fibre strand has a helical angle with respect to the elongate axis of the fibre rope of at least about 15 degrees. The first and second twists may be executed simultaneously, each have a density of more than 25 turns per meter, be helical and in opposite directions to each other. A single rope may be combined with a matrix material to form a rod. Ropes may be knitted or woven into a fabric and may be used to from a composite material. Resin for a composite may be added after formation of the rope. For use in aircraft or vehicles.

NON-WOVEN FABRICS

... 1453701 Laminated fibres IMPERIAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES Ltd 6 Dec 1973 [8 Dec 1972] 56676/72 Heading B5N A bonded fibrous sheet material comprises a non-woven web of fibres or filaments which include at least a proportion of multicomponent fibres and a scrim fabric attached to one face of said non-woven web at least in part by bonds formed between said scrim fabric and fibres or filaments of the web oriented in planes perpendicular or substantially perpendicular to the plane of the sheet, said bonds being derived from the multicomponent fibres. The bonded fibrous sheet may be made by forming a non- woven web from fibres at least a proportion of which are multicomponent fibres which can be activated into an adhesive state, placing a scrim fabric on one side of the non-woven web and needle punching the resultant assembly from the side of the non-woven web opposite to that contacting the scrim fabric in a needle loom and finally treating the needle-punched assembly to activate the multicomponent ...

Waterproof structure, waterproof sheet and waterproofing method

FIBERS FOR NON-WOVEN FABRICS HAVING BLENDS OF POLYMERS WITH HIGH AND LOW MELT FLOW RATES

Improvements in or relating to polymer materials

Co-mingling of particulate material and spun-blown fibers

Web forming apparatus 1000 for forming commingled web 1900 of particulate material selected from short fibres, pulp fibres and particles, and synthetic spun-blown fibres. The apparatus comprises particulate material supply system 1410 to deliver downwardly moving stream of particulate material; a polymer supply system 1210, 1310 providing polymer material to first and second multi-row spin-blowing systems comprising an array of polymer releasing orifices with cross-directionally extending rows of orifices 1225, 1325; a forming box 1100 with a particulate material inlet connected to the particulate material supply system, two spun-blown fibre inlets each connected to one of the spin-blowing systems, and a commingled web outlet; a collecting device 1600 for collecting commingled short and spun-blown fibres, adapted to move along a machine direction of the apparatus. The spin-blowing inlets are upstream and downstream of the particulate material inlet. The array of polymer releasing orifices ...

Composite structural material with laminar covering and core, method of making same, and shipping patlet including same.

A composite structural material suitable, for example, as a replacement for wooden boards, is disclosed. It comprises a dimensionally stable core material ensheathed in a dimensionally stable, laminar covering that is adherent to the core material. The laminar covering is comprised of at least one layer of parallel cords (19) bonded to at least one layer of arigidified web material (10) selected from the group consisting of paper and cloth. Suitable core materials include polyurethane foam (38), optionally filled with particles (32) of granulated rubber, expanded perlite, expandable polymer beads, and/or glass microspheres. The parallel cords (19) preferably are supplied in the form of a strip of polyester cloth, as the warp cords thereof. The web material (10) preferably is kraft paper that is rigidified with an epoxy resin.

Composite structural material and method of makingsame.

Composite structural material and method of makingsame.

Composite structural material and method of makingsame.

Composite structural material and method of makingsame.

SCHICHTKOERPER

LAMINATED BODY SUPPORTING ELEMENT

ON ITS TWO SIDES WITH A COMBINATION SUBSTRATE OF COVERINGS TEXTILE COMPLEX

SCHICHTSTOFF AUS ZWEI UEBEREINANDERLIEGENDEN, VERBUNDENEN VLIESBAHNEN

Procedure for the production of a molded article

COMPOSITIONS FROM ETHYLEN/ALPHA OLEFINMULTIBLOCK MORE INTERPOLYMER FOR FLEXIBLE FOILS AND LAMINATES

PROCEDURE FOR CRIMPING THE UPPER ONES AND LOWER ONES OF FINAL PARTS OF FIBERS ORIENTED IN THE Z-AXIS IN THE CORRESPONDING UPPER ONE AND LOWER SURFACE OF A COMPOUND LAMINATE AND COMPOUND LAMINATE

LIQUID-IMPERMEABLE FLEECE MATERIAL FROM BIKOMPONENTEN FILAMENTS

COMPOUND, ITSELF NOT TWISTING EMBROIDERY BASIC FABRIC AND PROCEDURE FOR ITS PRODUCTION.

ISOLATING PIECE WITH ALTERNATING FORMS, MADE OF A STACKING OF HIGH TEMPERATURE-RESISTANT FIBER LAYERS AND PROCEDURE FOR ITS PRODUCTION.

VERSATILE STRETCH-CASH, FLEXIBLE BONDING MATERIAL AND ITS MANUFACTURING PROCESSES.

FLEXIBLE, STRENGTHENING POLYMER MATERIAL AS WELL AS PROCEDURE FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH MATERIAL.

ABSORBING FUSSABTRETER.

Composite sound absorber

A sound absorbing material comprising a nonwoven fibrous acoustic insulation material and a flow resistive non-woven facing, wherein the flow resistive nonwoven facing is bonded to the insulation material and has an air flow resistance of from about 600 to about 1800 Rayls and a surface mass of from about 20 to about 150 g/m 2 .

Super absorber polymer felt and method for the production thereof

The invention relates to a felt material comprising at least one felt layer and an absorbing layer, to a method for producing the felt material, and to the use of the felt material in textiles, shoes, technical application or medical applications. The felt material according to the invention has the advantages of conventional felt materials regarding the warming and damping properties and is permeable to air in the dry state. Due to the special design, however, it is waterproof in the wet state and thus it is suitable for sealing many materials. The felt material according to the invention binds more humidity or binds water in a different way than common felt materials.

Reinforced Flexible Hose with High Pressure Strength and Method for its Manufacturing

A flexible hose, as viewed from the inside, includes at least one first inner layer made of a first thermoplastic polymer material, at least one reinforcement layer composed of a plurality of yarns knitted together to form a plurality of stitches of tricot type, and at least one second layer made of a second thermoplastic polymer material. At least one first yarn of the yarns that form the at least one reinforcement layer is a high tenacity fiber and at least one second yarn is a polyester fiber yarn or the like interwoven with the first yarn. A method of making such hose.

Covering material for water- or weather-proofing

The invention pertains to a reinforced covering material, comprising a reinforcement layer with apertures therein, and a polyurethane-based layer comprising 20-100% of thermosetting polyurethane, based on the weight of that layer, which polyurethane-based layer is arranged at least one side of the reinforcement layer and extends through the apertures. It may be used to provide weather- and water-proofing in construction materials, e.g. as lead flashings or in/on roofs, bridges and tunnels.

Laminated sheet and process for producing the same

A laminated sheet is produced by forming an adhesion layer permeable to a liquid component and contactable with a skin on at least one side of a liquid-retention layer comprising a nonwoven structural member and having an ability to absorb the liquid component. The adhesion layer comprises a nonwoven structural member comprising a fiber having a number-average fiber diameter of not more than 10 μm, and the thickness ratio of the adhesion layer relative to the liquid-retention layer is 1/4 to 1/100 as a ratio of the adhesion layer/the liquid-retention layer. The fiber of the nonwoven structural member of the adhesion layer may have a standard deviation of fiber diameter of not more than 5. The nonwoven structural member of the liquid-retention layer may comprise a fiber having a fiber diameter larger than that of the fiber of the adhesion layer. The laminated sheet has a liquid retentivity and a liquid releasability in a well-balanced manner, and has an excellent adhesion and an excellent fit to the skin in the state where the sheet is impregnated with a liquid component.

Shaped body armor and method of making

This invention pertains to an article for use in body armor, comprising a plurality of discrete sheet subassemblies contoured to the shape of a female breast arranged in a stack, without bonding, such that the breast contours are positioned on top of each other, each of the subassemblies comprising at least two nonwoven layers of high tenacity yarns such as par-aramid, a binder and a resin.

Drying mat

A drying mat having an open-hole mesh with jersey backing top layer and a terry cloth bottom layer.

Adhesive tape for jacketing elongate material such as especially cable looms and jacketing method

An adhesive tape, especially for jacketing elongate material such as cable looms in a motor vehicle, having a carrier material which is provided at least on one side with an adhesive coating, characterized in that the carrier material consists of a laminate, the laminate being formed from a textile carrier in the form of a staple fiber web or a spunbonded web and from a film which is located on the underside of the textile carrier and is made preferably of polyolefins, TPU or PVC such as plasticized PVC, more preferably of polyolefins, the film having a thickness of 15 to 80 μm.

Patterned air-laid nonwoven electret fibrous webs and methods of making and using same

Nonwoven electret fibrous webs including randomly oriented discrete fibers comprising electret fibers, the webs including a multiplicity of non-hollow projections extending from a major surface of the nonwoven electret fibrous web, and a multiplicity of substantially planar land areas formed between each adjoining projection in a plane defined by and substantially parallel with the major surface. In some exemplary embodiments, the randomly oriented discrete fibers include multi-component fibers having at least a first region having a first melting temperature and a second region having a second melting temperature, wherein the first melting temperature is less than the second melting temperature. At least a portion of the oriented discrete fibers are bonded together at a plurality of intersection points with the first region of the multi-component fibers. In certain embodiments, the patterned air-laid nonwoven electret fibrous webs include particulates. Methods of making and using patterned electret fibrous webs are also disclosed.

MULTI-LAYER THERMAL INSULATION SYSTEM

A thermal insulation structure includes a plurality of inner air and water vapour permeable insulating layers which entrap air and a water vapour permeable, at least substantially air impermeable film layer separating two said water vapour permeable insulating layers, the inner layers being sandwiched between first and second outer air and liquid water impermeable, water vapour permeable outer film layers, the construction and arrangement of the layers being such as to control, in use, water vapour transmission through the thermal insulation structure. Alternatively, a thermal insulation structure includes a plurality of inner air and water vapour permeable insulating layers which entrap air and an inner air and water vapour impermeable film layer separating two said insulating air entrapment layers, the inner layers being sandwiched between first and second outer air, liquid and moisture vapour impermeable outer film layers. 1. A thermal insulation structure including a plurality of inner air and water vapour permeable insulating layers which entrap air and a water vapour permeable , at least substantially air impermeable film layer separating two said water vapour permeable insulating layers , the inner layers being sandwiched between first and second outer air and liquid water impermeable , water vapour permeable outer film layers , the construction and arrangement of the layers being such as to control , in use , water vapour transmission through the thermal insulation structure.2. A thermal insulation structure including a plurality of alternating air and water vapour permeable insulating layers which entrap air and water vapour permeable air impermeable film layers , with first and second outer ones of the film layers being liquid impermeable and sandwiching inner ones of the insulating and film layers therebetween , the construction and arrangement of the insulating and film layers being such as to control , in use , water vapour transmission through the ...

Open-mesh bags and methods of production

Bags, such as L-sewn bags and multi-substrate bags, are formed at least in part from an open mesh material that includes filaments that intersect one another. At least some of the filaments are composite filaments having a carrier portion of a relatively high melting point and a bonding portion of a relatively low melting point, the bonding portion of each composite filament being thermally bonded to other filaments at points of intersection. The material may be a non-woven fabric that contains at least two layers of weft filaments that may be bordered on one or both sides by a layer of warp filaments. When compared to other open mesh materials, the open mesh material disclosed herein has a superior combination of some or all of high strength, light weight, high dimensional stability, and openness. Also disclosed herein are methods of making and using such bags.

Sound attenuating device using an embedded layer for acoustical tuning

The present invention includes a layered acoustical system for sound attenuation in a vehicle including an external decorative layer; a moldable fiber backer adhesively adhered to a back side of the decorative layer, the moldable fiber backer further including an engineered fiber blend including one or more types of thermoplastic fibers and having a first density; a moldable lofted sound absorber and vibration decoupling layer including being made from another engineered fiber blend including one or more types of thermoplastic fibers and having a second density that is less than the first density of the moldable backer, a top side of the vibration decoupling layer being adhesively adhered to the second side of the moldable fiber backer; and an intermediate layer embedded in a location within the vibration decoupling layer to achieve a balance point between transmission loss and sound absorption.

Photovoltaic device with a polymeric mat and method of making the same

This invention relates to a photovoltaic device with a polymeric mat and a method of making a photovoltaic device with a polymeric mat. The photovoltaic device includes a transparent layer for receiving solar energy, and at least one photovoltaic cell disposed below the transparent layer. The photovoltaic device also includes a polymeric mat disposed below the at least one photovoltaic cell, and a backsheet disposed below the polymeric mat. The photovoltaic device also includes an encapsulant bonding the transparent layer, the at least one photovoltaic cell, the polymeric mat, and the backsheet.

Aluminum alloy composite and method for joining thereof

The object of the present invention is to strongly join an aluminum alloy part with an FRP prepreg. An object obtained by subjecting an aluminum alloy to a suitable liquid treatment so as to form a surface having large, micron-order irregularities and also fine irregularities with a period of several tens of nanometers, eliminating the presence of sodium ions from the surface and additionally forming a surface film of aluminum oxide, which is thicker than a natural oxide layer, has been found to have a powerful adhesive strength with epoxy-based adhesives. By simultaneously curing an FRP prepreg which uses the same epoxy-based adhesive in the matrix, an integral composite or structure in which FRP and aluminum alloy have been united at a joining strength of unprecedented magnitude is produced.

LIGHTWEIGHT, BREATHABLE, WATERPROOF, SOFT SHELL COMPOSITE APPAREL AND TECHNICAL ALPINE APPAREL

The apparel is constructed from various combinations of layers of materials with moisture transfer properties. A first liner of moisture transfer fabrics abuts a second layer of structural material such as open-cell foam. The second layer can abut a breathable membrane and/or an insulating material. Finally, carefully selected outer fabric completes the combination to provide apparel with improved performance characteristics. The outer fabrics are treated in various ways to enhance performance. 183.-. (canceled)84. An article of apparel , of which at least a portion of the article is a combination of moisture transfer , breathable and anti-microbial layers comprising:a first layer comprised of a breathable inner lining fabric or material comprised of polypropylene, nylon, polyester, natural fibers or a blend thereof;a second layer, abutting the first layer, comprised of an absorbent, moisture transferring, anti-microbial, mechanically bonded composite nonwoven material containing deep grooved polymer fibers, with at least four grooves, shaped polymer fibers, and antimicrobial silver fibers; anda third fabric layer comprised of a stretchable, breathable, hydrophobic polyester, polypropylene or nylon fibers.85. The article of apparel according to claim 84 , wherein the second nonwoven layer includes natural fibers and hollow fibers.86. The article of apparel according to claim 84 , wherein at least one layer is treated with thermal regulating technology.87. The article of apparel according to claim 84 , wherein the first claim 84 , second or third fabric layer includes of a blend of synthetic shaped polymer fibers and natural wool claim 84 , cotton and/or lyocell fibers.88. The article of apparel according to claim 84 , wherein the third layer is coated by a breathable claim 84 , waterproof adhesive claim 84 , coating claim 84 , a film claim 84 , encapsulation web technology or nano technology for waterproofing.89. The article of apparel according to claim 84 , ...

Duct liner

A duct liner includes an insulation layer and a facing. The insulation layer having a first edge surface, a second edge surface that is spaced apart from the first edge surface, and a first and second face surfaces that extend from the first edge surface to the second edge surface. The facing is disposed on the first face surface, such that the first face surface is entirely covered by the facing. The facing is disposed on the first and second edge surfaces, such that the first and second edge surfaces are entirely covered by the facing. Two spaced apart strips of the facing are disposed on and cover a portion of the second face surface adjacent to the first and second edge surfaces, such that a portion of the second face surface between the strips is uncovered by the facing.

Filter media pack, filter assembly, and method

Disclosed are filter media packs having a single layer of a high loft filter media and a single layer of a low loft filter media, the filter media pack characterized by the absence of oil added to the filter media pack, the filter media pack capable of filtering air laden particulates from an air stream at greater than 94% efficiency at air stream flow rates of between about 100 feet per minute and 3000 feet per minute. Also disclosed are filter assemblies formed from the filter media pack, and methods of using the filter assemblies.

Biodegradable sheets

The present invention relates to sheets. The sheets include a base layer, a resin layer formed on the base layer, and a printed layer formed on the resin layer. The resin layer includes a polylactic acid (PLA) resin. The sheets are biodegradable.

Thermochromic Articles of Apparel and Methods of Production

Embodiments provide thermochromic articles of apparel and methods of production. The article of apparel may comprise a textile layer and a thermochromic portion that includes at least one set of thermochromic molecules that affixed to the textile layer. A heat protective layer may be positioned on a first surface of the thermochromic portion.

Antistatic fiber-foam shoe insoles, and a method of manufacturing the same

This document discloses antistatic shoe insoles that include a flexible foam layer and antistatic filaments of textile material interspersed throughout the foam layer and extending passed or exposed at the surface of the shoe insole and methods of making such an antistatic shoe insole. The antistatic filaments are needle punched through the foam layer. The antistatic filaments may be any suitable antistatic material blended with any felt fiber such as wool fiber, cotton fiber, polyester fiber, or the like.

PLANAR COMPOSITE MATERIAL

A sheetlike composite material including at least one layer A of a nonwoven thermoplastic fiber web or a thermoplastic film, and at least two unidirectional oriented-fiber layers B and B′, the layers B and B′ having a bidirectional fiber orientation. The layers are not only needled but also stitched to one another. 120-. (canceled)21. A planar composite material comprisinga) at least one layer A comprising a fiber nonwoven comprising 40 to 100 wt.-% thermoplastic fibers and 60 to 0 wt.-% reinforcing fibers, or comprising a thermoplastic foil, andb) at least two unidirectionally oriented fiber layers B and B′ comprising parallel reinforcing fiber bundles, wherein at least two layers B and B′ have different fiber orientations relative to at least one other B or B′ layer prior to stitching and needling, wherein all layers are both stitched together and also subsequently needled.22. The composite material of claim 21 , wherein a layer arrangement is B-A-B′ or B-A-B′-A-B.23. The composite material of claim 21 , wherein the fiber orientation of the layers B and B′ with respect to a reference direction of the composite material is 0°/90° claim 21 , 30°/−30° claim 21 , 45°/−45° or 60°/−60°.24. The composite material of claim 21 , the areal weights of the individual layers each are 20 to 1 claim 21 ,000 g/m.25. The composite material of claim 21 , the areal weights of the individual layers each are 30 to 1 claim 21 ,000 g/m.26. The composite material of claim 21 , the areal weights of the individual layers each are 150 to 3 claim 21 ,000 g/m.27. The composite material of claim 21 , wherein the total amount of reinforcing fibers in the composite material is 20 to 80 wt.-% claim 21 , based on the total weight of the composite material.28. The composite material of claim 21 , wherein the reinforcing fibers comprise glass fibers or carbon fibers.29. The composite material of claim 21 , wherein the thermoplastic fibers or the thermoplastic foil of the layer A comprise ...

STRUCTURAL BODY AND CORE

According to one embodiment, there is provided a structural body including a core composed of fiber and a support, which is a component of the core and is in contact with the core. 110-. (canceled)11. A structural body comprising a stack that includes plural porous layers with a porosity of 45% to 95% including a resin with a density of 0.5 g/cmto 3 g/cmand a fiber with an average diameter of 30 nm or more and less than 5 μm.12. The structural body according to claim 11 , wherein the density is from 1 g/cmto 2 g/cm.13. The structural body according to claim 11 , wherein the porosity of the stack is from 45% to 95%.14. The structural body according to claim 11 , wherein a heat conductivity of the fiber is from 0.01 W/m·K to 5 W/m·K.15. The structural body according to claim 11 , wherein the resin is an epoxy resin.16. (canceled)17. The structural body according to claim 11 , wherein the fiber includes the resin.18. The structural body according to claim 17 , wherein a heat conductivity of the fiber is from 0.01 W/m·K to 5 W/m·K.19. The structural body according to claim 11 , wherein the fiber includes an electrolyte.20. The structural body according to claim 19 , wherein the electrolyte includes LiBr.21. The structural body according to claim 19 , wherein an amount of the electrolyte in the fiber is within a range of 0.01 wt % to 10 wt %.22. The structural body according to claim 20 , wherein an amount of the electrolyte in the fiber is within a range of 0.01 wt % to 10 wt %. This is a Divisional Application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/384,673, filed on Dec. 20, 2016, which is a Continuation Application of PCT Application No. PCT/JP2016/058590, filed Mar. 17, 2016, and is based upon and claims the benefit of priority from Japanese Patent Application No. 2015-053452, filed Mar. 17, 2015, the entire contents of all of which are incorporated herein by reference.Embodiments of the present invention relate to a structural body including a core made of fiber and ...

EMBLEM ADHESIVE REMOVAL METHODS

An adhesive assembly can be used to join textile materials together creating a durable wash resistant. An emblem can be removed from a work shirt without leaving glue stains or residue. The shirt may be reused if emblems need to be removed or changed before the life of the garment expires. In various embodiments, a layer of mesh is incorporated into the heat activated glue on the back of the emblem. This mesh does not affect adherence to the garment. The emblem sticks just as well as without the mesh layer and with zero process changes to how the emblem is applied. The mesh allows for the complete removal of the adhesive from the garment when the patch is removed allowing the garment to be used even after the patch is removed. 1. A method of associating an emblem assembly with a substrate comprising the steps of:interposing a first layer of adhesive between a back face of an emblem and the substrate;interposing an adhesive retention layer between the back face of the emblem and the substrate wherein the first layer of adhesive is in contact with the adhesive retention layer;adhering the emblem to the substrate in a wash-durable manner with the first layer of adhesive; andafter the adhering step, removing the emblem assembly from the substrate inclusive of the layer of adhesive such that substantially none of the first layer of adhesive is visible on the substrate after the removing step.2. The method of further comprising:washing the substrate and emblem assembly multiple times after the adhering step and prior to the removing step.3. The method of further comprising:interposing a barrier layer between the back face of the emblem and the substrate to inhibit migration of residue from the emblem onto the substrate.4. The method of wherein the removing step further comprises one of the following steps:cold pulling the emblem assembly from the substrate; andheating the first layer of adhesive to pull the emblem assembly from the substrate.5. The method of wherein the ...

NONWOVEN FABRIC AND PROCESS FOR FORMING THE SAME

The present invention relates to a nonwoven fabric comprising a plurality of polypropylene-containing fibers that form a nonwoven web, which fibers in addition contain a slip agent, the web has a side which is provided with an alternating pattern which consists of individualized bonded areas which bonded areas are in the form of rods which are arranged in the cross direction of the web, the alternating pattern of individualized bonded areas defines a non-bonded area, the web has a basis weight on the range of from 5-25 g/m, the surface of the bonded areas is in the range of 5-20% of the total surface of the side, and the surface of the non-bonded area is in the range of 80-95% of the total surface of the side. The present invention further relates to a process for forming the nonwoven fabric. 1. A nonwoven fabric comprising a plurality of polypropylene-containing fibers that form a nonwoven web , which fibers in addition contain a slip agent , the web has a side which is provided with an alternating pattern which consists of individualized bonded areas which are in the form of rods which are arranged in the cross direction of the web , the alternating pattern of individualized bonded areas defines a non-bonded area , the web has a basis weight on the range of from 5-25 g/m , the surface of the bonded areas is in the range of 5-20% of the total surface of the side , and the surface of the non-bonded area is in the range of 80-95% of the total surface of the side.2. A nonwoven fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the surface of the non-bonded area is in the range of from 8-15% of the total surface area of the side.3. A nonwoven fabric according to claim 2 , wherein the surface of the non-bonded area is in the range of from 85-92% of the total surface area of the side.4. A nonwoven fabric process according to any one of - claim 2 , wherein the slip agent is a hydrocarbon compound having one or more functional groups selected from hydroxide claim 2 , aryls and ...

MULTILAYER PLATE

A multilayer plate comprising reinforcement layers made of metal or ceramic or glass or plastics, or of aramid, aramid-glass, glass or ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fabric, or made of a combination thereof and shock absorbing layers, wherein the shock absorbing layer is made of cork while the layers are secured to one another permanently. The multilayer plate has a shock absorbing layer preferably made of cork agglomerate or expanded cork or a compound of cork and other elastic substances or a compound of cork and rubber or a compound of cork and polyurethane or a compound of cork and rubber and polyurethane. The plate may comprise a shock absorbing layer which internally contains additional spatial shock absorbing layers, preferably corrugated, or trapezoid-, triangular-, cubic- or honeycomb-shaped. The reinforcement layer is preferably mace of aluminum or duralumin or titanium or armor steel. The layers are secured to one another permanently by gluing or thermoplastic bonding or lamination or pressing or by using the RTM infusion or LRTM infusion methods or the CCBM process. 1. A multilayer plate comprising reinforcement layers made of metal or ceramic or glass or plastics , or of aramid , aramid-glass , glass or ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fabric , or made of a combination thereof and shock , absorbing layers , wherein the shock absorbing layer is made of cork while the layers are secured to one another permanently.2. The multilayer plate according to claim 1 , characterized in that the shock absorbing layer is preferably made of cork agglomerate.3. The multilayer plate according to claim 1 , characterized in that the shock absorbing layer is preferably made of expanded cork.4. The multilayer plate according to claim 1 , characterized in that the shock absorbing layer is made of a compound of cork and other elastic substances.5. The multilayer plate according to claim 1 , characterized in that the shock absorbing layer is ...

Molded ceiling material for vehicle and production method therefor

A ceiling material body (1a) includes a substrate layer (2) formed from rigid urethane foam; a first fiber-reinforced layer (3) provided on an in-cabin side of the substrate layer (2); a second fiber-reinforced layer (4) provided on an out-cabin side of the substrate layer (2); a surface layer (5) provided on an in-cabin side of the first fiber-reinforced layer (3); and a back layer (6) provided on an out-cabin side of the second fiber-reinforced layer (4). The second fiber-reinforced layer (4) includes a glass paper (7) overlaying the substrate layer (2) and a glass mat (8) overlaying an opposite side of the glass paper (7) from the substrate layer (2).

Biodegradable printed circuit boards and methods for making the printed circuit boards

Biodegradable printed circuit boards, or PCBs, may be produced from substrate sheets that include at least one biodegradable polymer. In addition, the electrical traces used on the PCBs, may also include a biodegradable polymer incorporated with an electrically conductive material. The PCBs may be composted to degrade the PCBs, and the

Stitched multi-axial reinforcement and a method of producing the same

A stitched multi-axial reinforcement and a method of producing a stitched multi-axial reinforcement. The stitched multi-axial reinforcement (40) may be used in applications where high quality and strength is required. The stitched multi-axial reinforcement includes at least two sets (26, 28) of mono- or bonded multifilaments arranged transverse to one another between reinforcing layers (20, 32) for ensuring good resin flow properties in directions transverse to the direction of the unidirectional rovings (20′, 32′).

FIBER-REIMFORCED MOLDED BODIES MADE OF EXPANDED PARTICLE FOAM MATERIAL

The present invention relates to a molding made of expanded bead foam, wherein at least one fiber (F) is partly within the molding, i.e. is surrounded by the expanded bead foam. The two ends of the respective fibers (F) that are not surrounded by the expanded bead foam thus each project from one side of the corresponding molding. The present invention further provides a panel comprising at least one such molding and at least one further layer (S1). The present invention further provides processes for producing the moldings of the invention from expanded bead foam or the panels of the invention and for the use thereof, for example as rotor blade in wind turbines. 116.-. (canceled)17213. A molding made of expanded bead foam , wherein at least one fiber (F) is present with a fiber region (FB) within the molding and is surrounded by the expanded bead foam , while a fiber region (FB) of the fiber (F) projects from a first side of the molding and a fiber region (FB) of the fiber projects from a second side of the molding , where the fiber (F) has been introduced into the expanded bead foam at an angle α of 10° to 70° relative to the thickness direction (d) of the molding.18. The molding according to claim 17 , wherein the expanded bead foam is based on at least one polymer selected from polystyrene claim 17 , polyphenylene oxide claim 17 , a copolymer prepared from phenylene oxide claim 17 , a copolymer prepared from styrene claim 17 , polysulfone claim 17 , polyether sulfone claim 17 , polypropylene claim 17 , polyethylene claim 17 , polyamide claim 17 , polycarbonate claim 17 , polyacrylate claim 17 , polylactic acid claim 17 , polyimide claim 17 , polyvinylidene difluoride or a mixture thereof.19. The molding according to claim 17 , whereini) the fiber (F) is a single fiber or a fiber bundle, orii) the fiber (F) is an organic, inorganic, metallic or ceramic fiber, oriii) the fiber (F) is used in the form of a fiber bundle having a number of single fibers per bundle of ...

COMPOSITE FABRICS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

A composite fabric includes a first fabric layer and a plurality of insulating structures adjacent to the first fabric layer. Each of the plurality of insulating structures include a fabric shell defining a cavity and an insulating material located within the cavity. In further aspects a composite fabric includes a plurality of insulating structures separated by a plurality of spacers. Each of the plurality of spacers includes a fabric material and each of the plurality of insulating structures includes a fabric shell defining a cavity and an insulating material located within the cavity. 1. A composite fabric comprising:a first fabric layer; anda plurality of insulating structures disposed adjacent to the first fabric layer, each of the plurality of insulating structures comprising a fabric shell defining a cavity and an insulating material located within the cavity.2. The composite fabric according to claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of insulating structures are attached to the first fabric layer.3. The composite fabric according to claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of insulating structures are stitched to the first fabric layer.4. The composite fabric according to claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of insulating structures are retained against the first fabric layer by a plurality of fabric strips.5. The composite fabric according to claim 4 , wherein the plurality of fabric strips retain the plurality of insulating structures against the first fabric layer in a woven construction.6. The composite fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the first fabric layer comprises a woven fabric or a knit fabric.7. The composite fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the first fabric layer has an air permeability of from about 40 cubic feet per minute (CFM) to about 80 CFM when tested in accordance with ASTM D737.8. The composite fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the first fabric layer has an air permeability of from about 50 CFM to about 60 CFM when ...

Liquid barrier furniture protector with welded quilting

Disclosed herein is a liquid barrier protective cover used to protect the outer surface of a furniture article. The liquid barrier protective cover includes a first layer formed of a protective material, a second layer formed of a liquid barrier material, and an intermediate layer, which are all fused together at one or more discrete locations. The cover also includes a retention tie connected to at least one of the first layer or the second layer. The retention tie is operable to extend around a first portion of the furniture article such that the retention tie operably anchors the first layer and the second layer to the furniture article. The retention tie is attached to at least one of the first layer or the second layer such that the liquid barrier material of the second layer is held against the first portion of the furniture article.

LIGHTWEIGHT, BREATHABLE, WATERPROOF, SOFT SHELL COMPOSITE APPAREL AND TECHNICAL ALPINE APPAREL

The apparel is constructed from various combinations of layers of materials with moisture transfer properties. A first liner of moisture transfer fabrics abuts a second layer of structural material such as open-cell foam. The second layer can abut a breathable membrane and/or an insulating material. Finally, carefully selected outer fabric completes the combination to provide apparel with improved performance characteristics. The outer fabrics are treated in various ways to enhance performance. 1. An article of apparel , of which at least a portion of the article is a combination of moisture transfer , breathable and anti-microbial layers comprising:a first layer comprised of a breathable inner lining fabric or material comprised of polypropylene, nylon, polyester, natural fibers or a blend thereof;a second layer, abutting the first layer, comprised of an absorbent, moisture transferring, anti-microbial, mechanically bonded composite nonwoven material containing deep grooved polymer fibers, with at least four grooves, shaped polymer fibers, and antimicrobial silver fibers; anda third fabric layer comprised of a stretchable, breathable, hydrophobic polyester, polypropylene or nylon fibers.2. The article of apparel according to claim 1 , wherein the second nonwoven layer includes natural fibers and hollow fibers.3. The article of apparel according to claim 1 , wherein at least one layer is treated with thermal regulating technology.4. The article of apparel according to claim 1 , wherein the first claim 1 , second or third fabric layer includes of a blend of synthetic shaped polymer fibers and natural wool claim 1 , cotton and/or lyocell fibers.5. The article of apparel according to claim 1 , wherein the third layer is coated by a breathable claim 1 , waterproof adhesive claim 1 , coating claim 1 , a film claim 1 , encapsulation web technology or nano technology for waterproofing.6. The article of apparel according to claim 1 , wherein the third layer is treated with ...

MATERIALS GRADIENT WITHIN ARMOR FOR BALANCING THE BALLISTIC PERFORMANCE

Hybrid, multi-panel ballistic resistant articles useful for the fabrication of body armor. The articles include at least three different fabric sections that are arranged into a gradient wherein the outermost, strike-face section of the article is formed from fibers having the highest tenacity of the article. 1. A ballistic resistant composite comprising:a first fibrous material comprising one or more first fibrous plies, each of the first fibrous plies comprising fibers that have a tenacity of greater than 27 g/denier;a second fibrous material attached to the first fibrous material, said second fibrous material comprising one or more second fibrous plies, each of the second fibrous plies comprising fibers that have a tenacity lower than the tenacity of the fibers of the first fibrous material; anda third fibrous material attached to the second fibrous material, said third fibrous material comprising one or more third fibrous plies, each of the third fibrous plies comprising fibers that have a tenacity lower than the tenacity of the fibers of the second fibrous material;wherein the first fibrous material, second fibrous material and third fibrous material are bonded together and form a consolidated, unitary composite article.2. The ballistic resistant composite of wherein each of the fibers of the first fibrous material has a tenacity of 40 g/denier or more.3. The ballistic resistant composite of wherein each of the fibers of the first fibrous material has a tenacity of 45 g/denier or more.4. The ballistic resistant composite of wherein each of the fibers of the second fibrous material has a tenacity of at least 25% less than the tenacity of each of the fibers of the first fibrous material.5. The ballistic resistant composite of wherein each of the fibers of the second fibrous material has a tenacity of 21 g/denier or less.6. The ballistic resistant composite of wherein each of the fibers of the third fibrous material has a tenacity of at least 25% less than the ...

FUEL TANK FOR USE WITH SPACECRAFT AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A fuel tank for use with a spacecraft, the fuel tank being configured to store therein fuel for driving the spacecraft, includes a carbon fiber reinforced plastic layer and a metallic plating layer, the carbon fiber reinforced plastic layer has a polished surface having been subjected to polishing processing, the polished surface being on an inner side of the fuel tank, and the metallic plating layer is provided on the polished surface. 1. A fuel tank for use with a spacecraft , the fuel tank being configured to store therein fuel for driving the spacecraft , the fuel tank comprising:a carbon fiber reinforced plastic layer and a metallic plating layer,wherein the carbon fiber reinforced plastic layer has a polished surface having been subjected to polishing processing, the polished surface being on an inner side of the fuel tank, andwherein the metallic plating layer is provided on the polished surface.2. A fuel tank for use with a spacecraft , the fuel tank being configured to store therein fuel for driving the spacecraft , the fuel tank comprising:a carbon fiber reinforced plastic layer and a metallic plating layer,wherein the carbon fiber reinforced plastic layer has a polished surface having been subjected to polishing processing, the polished surface being on an inner side of the fuel tank, andwherein the metallic plating layer is provided on an outer side of the fuel tank.3. The fuel tank for use with the spacecraft claim 1 , according to claim 1 ,wherein the polishing processing is processing performed by use of a polishing instrument with a count of 200 to 2000.4. The fuel tank for use with the spacecraft claim 1 , according to claim 1 ,wherein the metallic plating layer has a thickness of 100 μm or less.5. The fuel tank for use with the spacecraft claim 1 , according to claim 1 ,wherein the metallic plating layer is formed by performing non-electrolytic nickel plating and then performing copper plating.6. A fuel tank for use with a spacecraft claim 1 , the ...

Method for improving dryness of insulation material and articles comprising improved insulation materials

The present technology generally relates to an encasing for receiving a down material, the encasing being formed by a first layer of material and a second layer of material joined together along their periphery; wherein the first layer of material comprises a non-woven material; the encasing further comprising a first layer of shell material apposed onto an exterior side of the first layer of material; wherein the second layer of material is a second layer of non-woven material or a second layer of shell material; and wherein the second layer of material is a second layer of non-woven material, a second layer of shell material is apposed onto an exterior side of the second layer of non-woven material.

GARMENT INCORPORATING WATERPROOF OR WATER RESILIENT AQUEOUS POLYURETHANE DISPERSIONS AND/OR HAVING ALTERED STRESS PROFILE

Articles, such as garments, including films comprising dried aqueous polyurethane dispersions are disclosed, whereby the garment has an altered stress which is exhibited during wear of the garment and/or has one or more sections of waterproof or water-resilient fabric. The film may be bonded to the fabric of the article to provide a fabric or film laminate. 1. An article comprising one or more sections of waterproof or water-resilient fabric , wherein each waterproof or water-resilient section comprises a film of dried aqueous polyurethane dispersion comprising a water-repellant and a prepolymer , the prepolymer comprising:a glycol,an aliphatic diisocyanate anda diol,wherein a ratio of isocyanate groups in the aliphatic diisocyanate to hydroxy groups in the glycol and the diol (NCO/OH) is about 1.30 to about 2.20.2. The article of claim 1 , wherein less than 10% of the aqueous polyurethane dispersion is comprised of the water-repellant.3. The article of wherein the water repellant is non-fluorinated.4. The article of wherein the water repellant is fluorinated.5. The article of claim 1 , wherein the aliphatic diisocyanate is 4 claim 1 ,4′-methylene bis (cyclohexyl isocyanate).6. The article of claim 1 , wherein the glycol is a poly(tetramethylene ether) glycol.7. The article of claim 1 , wherein the diol is DMPA.8. The article of claim 1 , wherein a concentration range of carboxylic acid groups in milliequivalent per kg of prepolymer (Meq Acid/kg CG) is about 140 to about 250.9. The article of claim 1 , wherein the prepolymer further comprises a monofunctional alcohol.10. The article of claim 8 , wherein the monofunctional alcohol is 1-hexanol.11. The article of claim 1 , wherein the aqueous polyurethane dispersion further comprises a cross-linking agent.12. The article of claim 1 , wherein the aqueous polyurethane dispersion further comprises a pigment.13. A method for producing a water-proof or water-resilient fabric claim 1 , said method comprising:applying an ...

Low-bulk, closely-fitting disposable absorbent pant for children

A low-bulk disposable absorbent pant for a child is disclosed. The pant may have a belt structure formed of a stretch laminate of a pre-strained elastic film between two nonwoven layers. The belt may have a relaxed lateral size and a stretched lateral size that is at least 150% of the relaxed lateral size, the relaxed lateral size being no more than 400 mm. The pant may include one or more of waistband, leg band and supplemental elastic members.

METHOD OF PRODUCING A MULTI-LAYERED PRINTED ABSORBENT ARTICLE

A method for producing a multi-layered absorbent articles is disclosed. At least two of the layers include a colored region. 1. A method of producing a multi-layered absorbent articles having two or more colored regions , the absorbent articles each comprising a lateral centerline and a longitudinal centerline , the method comprising the steps of:supplying materials for a first plurality of absorbent articles to the absorbent article converting line, the materials comprising: a printed first precursor web having a first colored region; a printed second precursor web having a second colored region; an absorbent core web and a backsheet web, wherein the first colored region is laterally more extensive than the second colored region, wherein the first colored region and the second colored region are longitudinally spaced apart;cutting the second precursor web and/or the absorbent core web creating individual sheets of the second precursor web and individual sheets of the absorbent core web;placing the individual sheets of the second precursor web and/or the absorbent core web onto the first precursor web;combining the backsheet web with the first precursor web such that the individual sheets of second precursor web and absorbent core web are disposed between the first precursor web and the backsheet web, thereby forming an absorbent article web;cutting the absorbent article web into a first plurality of individual absorbent articles;packaging in a plurality of first packages the first plurality of individual absorbent articles; andsupplying materials for a second plurality of absorbent articles to the absorbent article converting line, the materials comprising: a printed third precursor web having a third colored region; a printed fourth precursor web having a fourth colored region; an absorbent core web and a backsheet web, wherein the third colored region is laterally more extensive than the fourth colored region, wherein the third colored region and the fourth ...

Prepreg, printed circuit board, semiconductor package, and method for producing printed circuit board

Provided are a prepreg including two or more fiber substrate layers and one or more resin composition layers, in which at least one of the one or more resin composition layers has a fiber substrate layer on each of both surfaces thereof, a printed circuit board using the prepreg and a method of producing the printed circuit board, and a semiconductor package.

Nonwoven cleaning substrate

The presently disclosed subject matter relates to nonwoven materials and their use in cleaning articles. More particularly, the nonwovens are layered structures, which can include a tacky additive. The nonwoven materials can be used to attract and collect particles, and can have improved cleaning efficiency.

FELT FOR FORMING FIBER CEMENT ARTICLES AND RELATED METHODS

A fiber cement felt includes: a base fabric layer including MD and CMD yarns interwoven with each other, wherein the CMD yarns comprise twisted monofilaments; and at least one batt layer overlying the base fabric layer. 1. A fiber cement felt comprising:a base fabric layer including MD and CMD yarns interwoven with each other, wherein the CMD yarns comprise twisted monofilaments substantially free of spunbond material, and wherein the MD yarns comprise spunbond-multifilament hybrid yarns; andat least one batt layer overlying the base fabric layer.2. The fiber cement felt defined in claim 1 , wherein the MD yarns and CMD yarns are interwoven in a plain weave pattern.3. The fiber cement felt defined in claim 1 , wherein the twisted monofilaments have a structure selected from the group consisting of: 0.3×2×3; 0.3×2×4; 0.3×3×3; 0.2×3×4; and 0.2×3×5.4. The fiber cement felt defined in claim 1 , wherein the CMD yarns have a size of between about 200 and 800 tex.5. A method of forming a fiber cement article claim 1 , comprising the steps of:(a) providing a fiber cement felt, the fiber cement felt comprising:a base fabric layer including MD and CMD yarns interwoven with each other, wherein the CMD yarns comprise twisted monofilaments substantially free of spunbond material, and wherein the MD yarns comprise spunbond-multifilament hybrid yarns; andat least one batt layer overlying the base fabric layer;(b) positioning the fiber cement felt on a series of support rolls of a fiber cement forming machine;(c) depositing a fiber cement slurry on the fiber cement felt; and(d) removing moisture from the slurry to form a fiber cement web.6. The method defined in claim 5 , wherein the MD yarns and CMD yarns are interwoven in a plain weave pattern.7. The method defined in claim 5 , wherein the twisted monofilaments have a structure selected from the group consisting of: 0.3×2×3; 0.3×2×4; 0.3×3×3; 0.2×3×4; and 0.2×3×5.8. The method defined in claim 5 , wherein the CMD yarns have a ...

LIGHTWEIGHT LAMINATES AND PLATE-CARRIER VESTS AND OTHER ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE THEREFROM

A lightweight laminate comprises: (a) a first outer layer; (b) at least one internal reinforcing layer; (c) optionally, one or more intervening film layers; and (d) a second outer layer, wherein the at least one internal reinforcing layer is disposed between first and second outer layers, and wherein the second outer layer is saturated, partially saturated and coated, or partially coated with a wet-out resin. Reinforcing layers can comprise unitape further comprising parallel monofilaments embedded in resin. An article of manufacture, such as MOLLE, a plate-carrier, or other military, law enforcement, or recreational apparel or gear comprises the light-weight laminate. 1. A lightweight laminate comprising: (a) a first outer layer; (b) a second outer layer saturated , partially saturated and coated , or partially coated with a wet-out resin , and (c) at least one internal reinforcing layer disposed between said first and second outer layers , said internal reinforcing layer comprising parallel filaments or monofilaments embedded in a resin matrix.2. The lightweight laminate of claim 1 , wherein said filaments or monofilaments comprise ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene.3. The lightweight laminate of claim 1 , wherein said wet-out resin is present at from about 30% by weight to about 50% by weight claim 1 , based on the total weight of said second outer layer and said wet-out resin.4. The lightweight laminate of claim 1 , wherein said wet-out resin is present at from about 1% by weight to about 10% by weight claim 1 , based on the total weight of said second outer layer and said wet-out resin.5. The lightweight laminate of claim 1 , further comprising a backside film bonded by the wet-out resin to said second outer layer claim 1 , opposite said first outer layer.6. The lightweight laminate of claim 1 , further comprising one or more intervening film layers disposed between at least one of: said first outer layer and said at least one internal reinforcing layer; ...

Duct liner

A duct liner includes an insulation layer and a facing. The insulation layer having a first edge surface, a second edge surface that is spaced apart from the first edge surface, and a first and second face surfaces that extend from the first edge surface to the second edge surface. The facing is disposed on the first face surface, such that the first face surface is entirely covered by the facing. The facing is disposed on the first and second edge surfaces, such that the first and second edge surfaces are entirely covered by the facing. Two spaced apart strips of the facing are disposed on and cover a portion of the second face surface adjacent to the first and second edge surfaces, such that a portion of the second face surface between the strips is uncovered by the facing.

FIBER-MODIFIED INTERLAYER FOR A COMPOSITE STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE

A composite manufacturing method includes the step of drawing a nonwoven fabric formed of continuous fibers through a slurry of discontinuous fibers suspended in a dispersive liquid to yield a fiber-modified interlayer comprising a network of said discontinuous fibers attached to said nonwoven fabric. 1. A composite manufacturing method comprising:drawing a nonwoven fabric formed of continuous fibers through a slurry of discontinuous fibers suspended in a dispersive liquid to yield a fiber-modified interlayer comprising a network of said discontinuous fibers attached to said nonwoven fabric.2. The method of wherein said drawing comprising containing said slurry in a storage tank and moving said nonwoven fabric though said slurry while said slurry is contained in said storage tank.3. The method of wherein said drawing comprises drawing said nonwoven fabric from a supply roll using a plurality of guide rollers.4. The method of wherein said continuous fibers comprise a thermoplastic material.5. The method of wherein said discontinuous fibers comprise a carbonaceous material.6. The method of further comprising dispersing said discontinuous fibers in said dispersive liquid to yield said slurry.7. The method of wherein said discontinuous fibers comprise a member selected from the group consisting of carbon nanotubes claim 1 , graphene platelets claim 1 , carbon whiskers claim 1 , chopped carbon fibers claim 1 , milled carbon fibers and carbon nanofibers.8. The method of wherein said dispersive liquid comprises water.9. The method of further comprising:mechanically bonding a first portion of said discontinuous fibers to at least a portion of said continuous fibers forming a first surface of said nonwoven fabric; andmechanically bonding a second portion of said discontinuous fibers to at least a portion of said continuous fibers forming a second surface of said nonwoven fabric, said second surface being opposed from said first surface.10. The method of further comprising ...

Nonwoven laminate

The invention provides a nonwoven laminate, comprising in order (A) to (E): a spunbond nonwoven layer (A) comprising fibres, which comprise polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and copolyester; an optional spunbond nonwoven layer (B) comprising fibres, which comprise polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and copolyester, the nonwoven layer (B) having a higher copolyester content than nonwoven layer (A); a needled staple fibre nonwoven layer (C), comprising: monocomponent polyethylene terephthalate (PET) staple fibres (c1), and multicomponent staple fibres (c2), which comprise at least a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) component and a copolyester component; an optional spunbond nonwoven layer (D) comprising fibres, which comprise polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and copolyester, the nonwoven layer (D) having a higher copolyester content than nonwoven layer (E); a spunbond nonwoven layer (E) comprising fibres, which comprise polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and copolyester; wherein all layers are melt-bonded to each other.

THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITE

A method of making a flexible pipe layer, which method comprises: commingling polymer filaments and carbon fibre filaments to form an intimate mixture, forming yarns of the commingled filaments, forming the yarns into a tape, and applying the tape to a pipe body to form a flexible pipe layer. 1. A method of making a flexible pipe layer , wherein the method comprises:commingling polymer filaments and carbon fibre filaments to form an intimate mixture,forming yarns of the commingled filaments,forming the yarns into a tape, andapplying the tape to a pipe body to form a flexible pipe layer.2. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer filaments comprise a fluoropolymer claim 1 , and wherein the polymer has a melt flow index (230° C./2.16 kg) in the range of 50 to 80 g/10 min.3. A method according to claim 2 , wherein the fluoropolymer has a melt flow index (230° C./2.16 kg) in the range of 60 to 70 g/10 min.4. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the carbon filaments have a tow size of 3000 to 12000.5. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the fluoropolymer is selected from at least one of perfluoroalkoxy alkanes (PFA) claim 1 , poly(ethene-co-tetrafluoroethene) (ETFE) claim 1 , polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) claim 1 , fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF).6. A method according to wherein the polymer is poly-ether-ether-ketone (PEEK) or polyamide (PA-11 or PA-12).7. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer is present in an amount of 30 to 70 weight % of the total weight of the polymer and carbon fibre.8. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the filaments are commingled using a compressed gas or a series of combs to form the intimate mixture of the filaments.9. A method according to claim 1 , wherein the yarns are compressed or extruded to form the tape.10. A method according to claim 1 , which further comprises:arranging a first region of yarns having a first concentration of carbon fibre adjacent to a second ...

Preform, fiber-reinforced resin composite material, and method of manufacturing fiber-reinforced resin composite material

A preform includes a stack of a plurality of fiber materials. The fiber materials each include a first fiber layer including a reinforcing fiber and having a sheet shape, in which the reinforcing fiber has a melting point and a tensile strength that are higher than a melting point and a tensile strength of an aliphatic polyamide fiber, and a second fiber layer including the aliphatic polyamide fiber and having a sheet shape, and provided on at least one of surfaces of the first fiber layer. The aliphatic polyamide fiber includes a first polyamide resin and a second polyamide resin having a melting point higher than a melting point of the first polyamide resin by 7 degrees centigrade to 50 degrees centigrade.

THERMAL LINER FOR PROTECTIVE GARMENTS

A nonwoven for use in a thermal liner for protective apparel includes 1-45 wt % of a first inherently heat resistant fiber excluding an aramid, and a balance of a second heat resistant fiber. The nonwoven excludes wool and has a thickness less than 3 mm and a basis weight of less than 2.9 osy (100 gsm). In another embodiment, the insulating layer for protective apparel includes a nonwoven including an inherently flame resistant fiber and fibers being inherently resistant to moisture absorption. The inherently flame resistant fiber is different from said inherently resistant to moisture absorption fiber. The nonwoven has an equivalent or better thermal protective performance (TPP) and a lower basis weight than an industry standard nonwoven consisting of a nonwoven of para-aramids or meta-aramids or a blend of both. 1. A thermal liner for protective apparel comprising: a nonwoven having15-30 wt % of a polybenzimidazole fiber,the remaining balance being an aramid fiber,the nonwoven excluding wool and cellulosic fibers, andhaving a thickness less than 3 mm and a basis weight of less than 2.9 osy (100 gsm).2. The thermal liner of claim 1 , wherein the polybenzimidazole fiber is a first inherently heat resistant fiber and the aramid fiber is a second heat resistant fiber.3. The thermal liner of claim 2 , wherein the first inherently heat resistant fiber and the second heat resistant fiber have a water retention of less than 15% claim 2 , as measured by ASTM D2402 (2012).4. The thermal liner of claim 1 , wherein the protective apparel being a firefighter's turnout gear.5. The thermal liner of claim 1 , wherein said nonwoven being a spunlaced and an apertured nonwoven.6. The thermal liner of claim 1 , further comprising a facing fabric affixed to said nonwoven.7. The thermal liner of claim 1 , further comprising multiple nonwovens.8. A protective garment comprising a thermal liner according to . This application is a continuation of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. ...

UNITARY NONWOVEN MATERIAL

Nonwoven materials having at least one layer comprising cellulose fibers are provided. The nonwoven materials comprise bonded natural cellulosic fibers having high capillary action. The nonwoven materials are suitable for use in a variety of applications, including absorbent products and pre-moistened cleaning materials with metered release of liquid. 1. A unitary airlaid nonwoven material comprising at least one layer of fibers , wherein the at least one layer comprises cellulose fibers and synthetic fibers , and wherein the cellulose fibers comprise bonded natural cellulosic fibers having a coarseness less than about 15 mg/100 m.2. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 1 , wherein the bonded natural cellulosic fibers have a coarseness in a range of from about 4.2 mg/100 m to about 8.8 mg/100 m.3. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 2 , wherein the bonded natural cellulosic fibers have a coarseness of about 6.5 mg/100 m.4. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 1 , wherein the bonded natural cellulosic fibers have a Kajaani weighted average length of about 1.5 mm or less.5. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 1 , wherein the bonded natural cellulosic fibers include hardwood fibers.6eucalyptus. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 5 , wherein the bonded natural cellulosic fibers comprise pulp.7. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fibers comprise bicomponent binder fibers.8. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 7 , wherein the bicomponent binder fibers comprise eccentric bicomponent fibers claim 7 , and wherein the bicomponent binder fibers comprise a polyethylene-based sheath and a core comprising a polymer having a melting point above about 200° C.9. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 1 , wherein the unitary airlaid nonwoven material comprises at least two layers of fibers.10. The unitary airlaid nonwoven material of claim 9 , further comprising a layer of ...

Fire retardant fabric for latex foam beds

A one-fabric fire resistant (FR) solution having 2 or more layers of FR yarns knit together into one fabric, the at 2 or more layers including a face layer and a back layer, the back layer includes a silica yarn.

METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A COMPOSITE LAMINATE STRUCTURE

The present disclosure provides a method of manufacturing a composite laminate structure of a wind turbine blade part by means of resin transfer moulding, preferably vacuum-assisted resin transfer moulding. In a resin transfer moulding, fibre-reinforcement material is impregnated with liquid resin in a mould cavity. The mould cavity comprises rigid mould part having a mould surface defining a surface of the wind turbine blade part. 2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second material comprises metal or carbon claim 1 , the metal comprising copper.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second material is selected from a material having a resistivity property between 1.5×10to 5×10Ohm⋅meter.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the first material comprises electrically non-conductive material claim 1 , e.g. wherein the first material is selected from a group of glass fibres claim 1 , and a polymer material.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the open-structured layer is a meshed or woven layer claim 1 , e.g. in form of a bi-axial mesh.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the open-structured layer is a perforated layer.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein filaments or bundles of fibres are woven into the open-structured layer.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein filaments are disposed in an angle between 15 and 75 degrees with respect to the transverse direction claim 1 , such as between 35 and 40 degrees.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the composite laminate structure is a load-carrying structure of the wind turbine blade claim 1 , and wherein the flow enhancing fabric layer is arranged to enhance flow in a desired flow direction corresponding to the longitudinal direction claim 1 , the transverse direction and/or the angled direction claim 1 , wherein the fibres of the fiber-reinforcement layer are aligned substantially in a longitudinal direction of the load carrying structure.10. The method ...

Planar composite material

A planar composite material comprises an UD fiber layer A made of discrete reinforcing fiber rovings and a fiber nonwoven layer B made of a thermoplastic nonwoven which may contain reinforcing fibers, wherein the layers A and B are needled to each other.

Melamine wipes and methods of manufacture

Methods for manufacturing wipes including melamine entangled into a nonwoven, and associated articles of manufacture. Such a method may include providing a melamine sheet (e.g., contiguous, rather than discrete melamine particles), providing first and second nonwoven sheets, and positioning the melamine sheet between the first and second nonwoven sheets. The sandwich structure is hydro-entangled at high pressure to force the melamine material to become entangled into the nonwoven material, to a degree that a portion of the melamine is actually exposed on the exterior face(s) of the wipe, which are generally provided by the nonwoven sheets. Such a wipe exhibits the drapability of a wipe, with the scrubbing benefits (e.g., very effective cleaning of baseboards, crayon off walls, etc.) of melamine, with greater durability than existing melamine cleaning articles, which tend to quickly crumble during use.

WALL COVERING FOR THERMAL AND ACOUSTIC COMFORT

A multilayer wall covering includes: (a) a support layer formed by an organic polymer foam having an open porosity of between 0.50 and 0.995, or by a viscose fiber nonwoven having a mass per unit area of between 150 g/m2 and 500 g/m2, (b) a surface layer formed by a glass textile, having a static air flow resistance, measured according to the standard ISO 9053, of between 105 N·s·m-4 and 106 N·s·m-4, (c) at the interface between the support layer (a) and the surface layer (b), a discontinuous adhesive layer having a mass per unit area of between 17 and 60 g/m2. There is also provided a process including the use of such a covering for improving both the acoustic and the thermal comfort of a room, and two processes for manufacturing such a covering. 1. A multilayer structure , having an overall thickness of between 1.5 and 3.3 mm , comprising: an organic polymer foam having an open porosity between 0.50 and 0.995, or by', {'sup': 2', '2, 'a viscose fiber nonwoven having a mass per unit area of between 150 g/mand 500 g/m,'}], '(a) a support layer formed by'}{'sup': 5', '−4', '6', '−4, '(b) a surface layer formed by a glass textile, having a static air flow resistance, measured according to the standard ISO 9053, of between 10N·s·mand 10N·s·m,'}{'sup': '2', '(c) at the interface between the support layer (a) and the surface layer (b), a discontinuous adhesive layer having a mass per unit area of between 17 and 60 g/m.'}2. The multilayer structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the support layer is an organic polymer foam and has a density of between 10 and 120 kg/m.3. The multilayer structure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the support layer (a) has a static air flow resistance claim 2 , measured according to the standard ISO 9053 claim 2 , of between 13 000 and 50 000 N·s·m.4. The multilayer structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the support layer (a) is a viscose fiber nonwoven and wherein the viscose fibers have a linear density of between 1 and 20 dtex.5. The ...

DOUBLE-LATCH CLOSING SYSTEM FOR AERONAUTICAL EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS TROLLEYS HAVING ULTRALIGHT COMPOSITE PANELS

The present invention relates a double-latch closing system which may be advantageously applied to aeronautical devices such as trolleys, ovens, waste compactors, galley inserts and standard units. It comprises a pair of tongues (), each operationally connected to a handle (). One handle () is provided with a locking and safety means () which acts on the other handle (). Particularly preferred is the use of said closing system for aviation trolleys made with ultralight composite panels having superior mechanical properties as regards aeronautical standards. The panels may be advantageously used to construct food and beverage trolleys to be used in the aviation sector. 1. A double-latch closing system for closing a shutter on a corresponding frame or upright or portions thereof , said closing system being housed inside a box-like element and comprising a pair of tongues or levers or other closing system of the latch type , the two tongues being operationally connected to respective handles , each of which acts on the corresponding tongue so as to release or engage it from/with the corresponding lock striker , said closing system being characterized in that one of the two handles is provided with locking and safety means designed to move , during the opening movement , the other handle as well and correspondingly release both the tongues , while the operation of one handle only without these locking and safety means does not allow opening of the shutter since it frees only one tongue.2323436383337161714151817171640414444464243aaaaaaa. The double-latch closing system according to claim 1 , wherein the tongues are pairs of levers ( claim 1 , ) and ( claim 1 , ) which are operationally connected claim 1 , by means of respective levers () and () claim 1 , to two handles (-) by means of springs (′and ′) which are connected to a lock support piece () claim 1 , the handle () being further provided with a locking and safety means (′) which acts on the handle (); the lock ...

NON-WEAVE FABRIC, SHEET OR FILM, MULTI-LAYERED SHEET, MOLDED ARTICLE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING NON-WEAVE FABRIC

Provided is a non-weave fabric containing a thermoplastic resin fiber and a carbon fiber as major ingredients, capable of yielding a resin molded article when molded thereinto, which is excellent in mechanical strength and in appearance, and, a multi-layered sheet having the non-weave fabric and a textile layer, which is excellent in mechanical strength and less likely to warp. The non-weave fabric includes a thermoplastic resin fiber (A), a carbon fiber (B), and a thermoplastic resin (C) having a glass transition temperature lower than that of the thermoplastic resin fiber (A), the ratio of content of the thermoplastic resin (C) being 1 to 50% by weight of the total content of the thermoplastic resin fiber (A) and the thermoplastic resin (C). 1. A non-weave fabric comprising:a thermoplastic resin fiber (A);a carbon fiber (B); anda thermoplastic resin (C) having a glass transition temperature lower than a glass transition temperature of the thermoplastic resin fiber (A),which comprises the thermoplastic resin (C) in a content of 1 to 50% by weight, relative to a total content of the thermoplastic resin fiber (A) and the thermoplastic resin (C).2. The non-weave fabric of claim 1 , wherein the carbon fiber (B) has an average fiber length of 1 to 15 mm.3. The non-weave fabric of claim 1 , wherein the thermoplastic resin fiber (A) has an average fiber length of 1 to 15 mm.4. The non-weave fabric of claim 1 , wherein the thermoplastic resin (C) is in a form of a fiber.5. The non-weave fabric of claim 1 , wherein the thermoplastic resin (C) is in a form of a fiber having an average fiber length of 1 to 15 mm.6. The non-weave fabric of claim 1 , which has a difference between the average fiber length of the thermoplastic resin fiber (A) and the average fiber length of the carbon fiber (B) of 10 mm or smaller.7. The non-weave fabric of claim 1 , which has a ratio of mixing (ratio by weight) of the thermoplastic resin fiber (A) and the carbon fiber (B) of 99:1 to 25:75.8. ...

Multi-Layer Woven Fabric Article

A multi-layer article of woven fabric includes a woven base layer; a woven mesh layer, disposed above the base layer, the mesh layer utilizing a first common warp for each one of a plurality of stacked wefts; and a woven binding layer, disposed above the mesh layer. The base layer and the binding layer share a second common warp. 1. A multi-layer article of woven fabric comprising:a woven base layer;a woven mesh layer, disposed above the base layer, the mesh layer utilizing a first common warp for each one of a plurality of stacked wefts; anda woven binding layer, disposed above the mesh layer;wherein the base layer and the binding layer share a second common warp.2. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 1 , further comprising a pattern layer claim 1 , disposed above the binding layer claim 1 , wherein the pattern layer shares the second common warp of the base layer and the binding layer.3. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the second common warp is made of a multifilament yarn that is resistant to deflection.4. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the stacked wefts of the mesh layer are made of resilient yarn.5. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the first common warp of the mesh layer is made of resilient yarn.6. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 1 , wherein the weft of the base layer is made of a multifilament yarn that is resistant to deflection.7. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 2 , wherein the stacked wefts of the mesh layer are made of resilient yarn.8. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 2 , wherein the first common warp of the mesh layer is made of resilient yarn.9. A multi-layer article of woven fabric according to claim 8 , wherein the stacked wefts of the mesh layer are made of resilient yarn claim 8 , so that both the first common warp of the mesh layer and the ...

POROUS SHEET

The present invention relates to a porous sheet comprising cellulose fibers having an average fiber diameter ranging from 20 to 500 nm; cut fibers having an average fiber diameter ranging from 1.5 to 20 μm; and a hydrophilic polymer binder, wherein an amount of the cut fibers is 1% by weight or more and 80% by weight or less based on the total weight of the cellulose fibers and the cut fibers, and an amount of the hydrophilic polymer binder is 5 parts by weight or more and 30 parts by weight or less with respect to 100 parts by weight of the total weight of the cellulose fibers and the cut fibers. The porous sheet of the present invention can exhibit a superior strength (in particular, both tear strength and tensile strength), and exhibits a superior performance as a separator for an electrochemical device. 1. A porous sheet comprising:cellulose fibers having an average fiber diameter ranging from 20 to 500 nm;cut fibers having an average fiber diameter ranging from 1.5 to 20 μm; anda hydrophilic polymer binder,whereinan amount of said cut fibers is 1% by weight or more and 80% by weight or less based on the total weight of said cellulose fibers and said cut fibers, andan amount of said hydrophilic polymer binder is 5 parts by weight or more and 30 parts by weight or less with respect to 100 parts by weight of the total weight of said cellulose fibers and said cut fibers.2. The porous sheet according to claim 1 , which has a specific tear strength of 15.0 mN·m/g or more.3. The porous sheet according to claim 1 , which has a specific tensile strength exceeding 3.0 N/15 mm.4. The porous sheet according to claim 1 , which has a Gurley permeability resistance per 10 μm of thickness of the porous sheet claim 1 , which is 10 seconds or more and 200 seconds or less.5. The porous sheet according to claim 1 , wherein said cellulose fibers comprise fibers having a diameter of 400 nm or less in an amount of 50% by weight or more based on the total weight of the cellulose ...

Method Of Making An Insulation Material And An Insulated Mailer

A method and system for producing an insulated mailer and an insulated box having an insulative paper fiber pad substructure with a density of less than about 10 pounds per cubic foot. The insulative paper fiber pad has entangled reinforcement fibers. A method of forming an insulative paper fiber pad using recycling-compatible or water soluble adhesive and paper layers is provided.

WOVEN MULTI-LAYER FABRICS AND METHODS OF FABRICATING SAME

A multi-layer ballistic woven fabric, including an upper woven layer having upper warp yarns and upper weft yarns that are interwoven together to form the upper woven layer. The multi-layer ballistic woven fabric also includes a lower woven layer having lower warp yarns and lower weft yarns that are interwoven together, and a plurality of securing yarns, each securing yarn interwoven with at least some of the upper yarns and some of the lower yarns so as to secure the upper and lower woven layers together. At least one of the securing yarns is woven underneath a first lower weft yarn, then above a second upper weft yarn adjacent the first lower weft yarn, then underneath a third lower weft yarn adjacent the second upper weft yarn and then above a fourth upper weft yarn adjacent the third lower weft yarn. The multi-layer ballistic woven fabric is formed by interweaving the securing yarns with the warp yarns and weft yarns as the upper woven layer and lower woven layer are made. 1. A multi-layer ballistic woven fabric , comprising:a. an upper woven layer having upper warp yarns and upper weft yarns that are interwoven together to form the upper woven layer, the upper warp yarns and upper weft yarns being ballistic yarns;b. a lower woven layer having lower warp yarns and lower weft yarns that are interwoven together to form the lower woven layer, the lower warp yarns and lower weft yarns being ballistic yarns, wherein at least some of the upper yarns and lower yarns are offset from each other so as to overlap by between 10% and 95%; andc. a plurality of securing yarns, each securing yarn interwoven with at least some of the upper yarns and some of the lower yarns so as to secure the upper and lower woven layers together, the securing yarns being of significantly smaller denier than the warp yarns and weft yarns and having significantly lower tenacities and tensile moduli than the warp yarns and weft yarns;d. wherein the multi-layer ballistic woven fabric is formed by ...

Method for thermoforming product of filaments

To provide a thermoforming method for obtaining a thermoformed article that exhibits excellent abrasion resistance at melt-bonded portions, and excellent adhesive strength between woven fabrics or to another kind of article. Polyethylene having a melt flow rate, measured under conditions of a temperature of 280° C. and a load of 2.16 kg, of 10 to 15 g/10 min and polyethylene terephthalate are prepared. By a conjugate melt spinning method using the polyethylene terephthalate as a core component and the polyethylene as a sheath component, multi-filament yarn in which core-sheath composite filaments having a core component:sheath component mass ratio of 1 to 4:1 are bundled is obtained. A product of filaments is obtained by weaving, knitting, braiding or winding using the multi-filament yarn. Thermoforming of the product of filaments is carried out by heating the product of filaments to melt the polyethylene, thereby melt-bonding the core-sheath composite filaments to each other, with the polyethylene terephthalate retaining its initial filament form.

PRIMARY BACKING FOR ARTIFICIAL TURF, METHOD FOR ITS MANUFACTURE AND ARTIFICIAL TURF COMPRISING THE PRIMARY BACKING

A primary backing having a component having a front surface and a rear surface, a second component having a front surface and a rear surface placed adjacent and plane-parallel to the first component, and an optional third component having a front surface and a rear surface placed adjacent and plane-parallel to the second component, wherein the first component comprises a two-dimensional material layer, an extruded sheet, and a non-woven fabric and/or a woven fabric. The second component comprises a three-dimensional structure, wherein the three-dimensional structure is build-up from macroscopic thermoplastic fibers, the fibers cross one another at crossing points and are thermally bonded to one another at their crossing points, and the third component comprises a further two-dimensional material layer, wherein the material layer comprises an extruded sheet, a non-woven fabric, a woven fabric and/or a two-dimensional layer of macroscopic fibers. 1. A primary backing comprisinga first component having a front surface and a rear surface, and wherein the first component comprises a first two-dimensional material layer, wherein the first two-dimensional material layer comprises an extruded sheet, a non-woven fabric and/or a woven fabric, and', 'wherein the second component comprises a three-dimensional structure, wherein the three-dimensional structure is built-up from macroscopic fibers, wherein the fibers cross one another at crossing points and are thermally bonded to one another at their crossing points., 'a second component having a front surface and a rear surface placed adjacent and plane-parallel to the first component, and'}2. The primary backing according to claim 1 , wherein the first component is bonded with its front surface to the rear surface of the second component.3. The primary backing according to claim 2 , wherein bonding of the first to the second component is achieved by thermal bonding claim 2 , by mechanical bonding and/or with an adhesive.4. The ...

Multilayer nonwoven fabric, stretchable multilayer nonwoven fabric, fiber product, absorbent article, and sanitary mask

A multilayer nonwoven fabric includes: an elastic nonwoven fabric containing a specific low crystalline polypropylene; and a mixed fiber spunbonded nonwoven fabric disposed on at least one surface of the elastic nonwoven fabric, wherein the mixed fiber spunbonded nonwoven fabric contains a long fiber of a thermoplastic elastomer (A) and a long fiber of a thermoplastic elastomer (B) other than the thermoplastic elastomer (A), in a ratio of 10 to 90% by mass:90 to 10% by mass ((A):(B), with the proviso that (A)+(B)=100% by mass).

AEROGRAPHICS AND DENIER DIFFERENTIAL ZONED GARMENTS

The present disclosure relates to a multi-layered design for an article of apparel such as swimwear. In particular, at least one layer may include a stretch resistant matrix made of a thermoplastic polymer, a silicone or other similar material to provide additional support and modesty to certain areas of the apparel, such as the bust area. Further, a method of manufacturing the article of apparel is also disclosed. According to aspects described herein, the layers may be integrated using techniques to increase the overall integrity of the apparel. 1. A zoned moisture management garment comprising:a first fabric layer comprising a first non-dissolvable yarn having a first denier per filament and a first dissolvable yarn having a second denier per filament, wherein the first denier per filament is between 0.50 and 1.04 and the second denier per filament between 0.50 and about 1.04; anda second fabric layer adjacent the first fabric layer comprising a second non-dissolvable yarn having a third denier per filament, wherein the second fabric layer is the inner most layer of the garment when the garment is worn, and wherein the third denier per filament is between 1.04 and 3.50.2. The zoned moisture management garment of claim 1 , wherein the second fabric layer further comprises a second dissolvable yarn having a fourth denier per filament claim 1 , wherein the fourth denier per filament is between 1.04 and 3.50.3. The zoned moisture management garment of claim 2 , wherein the first dissolvable yarn is a synthetic yarn and the second dissolvable yarn is a synthetic yarn.4. The zoned moisture management garment of claim 1 , wherein the first non-dissolvable yarn is a synthetic yarn and the second non-dissolvable yarn is a synthetic yarn.5. The zoned moisture management garment of claim 1 , wherein the first fabric layer is knitted and the second fabric layer is knitted.6. The zoned moisture management garment of further comprising at least one additional fabric layer ...

Three dimensional polymeric fiber matrix layer for bedding products

A three dimensional polymeric fiber matrix layer including a phase change material coated thereon for use in a bedding product such as a mattress is disclosed. The phase change material is selected to provide improved cooling properties, which along with the free volume provided by the three dimensional polymeric fiber matrix markedly improves temperature management when used in a bedding product.

Light transmissive carpet for vehicle

A light transmissive carpet includes a pile including strands of a light transmissive yarn. The light transmissive yarn includes a fiber blend of interspersed colored fibers and unpigmented fibers. The unpigmented fibers in the light transmissive yarn are translucent and transmit light therethrough.

Filtration media, filter packs, and filter elements with protrusions

Pleated filtration media, filtration media packs, and filtration elements containing projections are disclosed. The pleated filtration media includes projections on at least one surface, the projections configured to engage adjacent media sheets so as to reduce masking of the media. The pleated media and media pleat packs contain protrusions on the surface of the media. These protrusions are three dimensional structures that are on the surface of the media and are provided by forming the protrusion directly in the filtration media or applying structures, such as adhesive beads, or onto one or both faces of the media. Elongation of the adhesive bead can facilitate greater separation of the adjacent faces of pleated media if desired. These protrusions, also referred to herein as projections or dimples, can either contact each other or contact flat media and keep adjacent media faces from becoming in intimate contact with each other.

FILTER MEDIA PACK, FILTER ASSEMBLY, AND METHOD

Disclosed are filter media packs having a single layer of a high loft filter media and a single layer of a low loft filter media, the filter media pack characterized by the absence of oil added to the filter media pack, the filter media pack capable of filtering air laden particulates from an air stream at greater than 94% efficiency at air stream flow rates of between about 100 feet per minute and 3000 feet per minute. Also disclosed are filter assemblies formed from the filter media pack, and methods of using the filter assemblies. 1. A filter media pack comprising a layer of a high loft nonwoven filter media and a layer of a low loft nonwoven filter media , the low loft media comprising bicomponent fiber , wherein the filter media pack is capable of filtering air laden particulates from an air stream at greater than 94% efficiency at air stream flow rates of between about 100 feet per minute and 3000 feet per minute.2. The filter media pack of wherein the filter media pack is characterized by the absence of oil added to the filter media pack.3. The filter media pack of wherein the high loft filter media comprises a nonwoven media having a basis weight of between about 40 g/mto 75 g/m claim 1 , a thickness of between about 0.1 mm to 2 cm at 0.002 psi claim 1 , a compressibility of between about 40% to 80% between 0.002 psi and 0.3 psi claim 1 , and a permeability of between about 100 to 300 m/min.4. The filter media pack of wherein the low loft filter media comprises a nonwoven media having a basis weight of between about 40 g/mto 75 g/m claim 1 , a thickness of between about 0.1 mm to 2 mm at 0.125 psi claim 1 , a compressibility of between about 10% to 25% between 0.125 psi and 0.563 psi claim 1 , and a permeability of between about 10 to 100 m/min.5. The filter media pack of wherein the low loft filter media has an average pore size of between about 50 to 100 microns and a solidity of about 4% to 10% at 0.125 psi.6. The filter media pack of wherein the high ...

HYDROEMBEDDED FILM-BASED COMPOSITES

A substrate has an elastomeric film having surfaces and a nonwoven web having fibers, wherein a plurality of fibers is partially embedded in one surface of the film. In addition, a substrate has an elastomeric film and a nonwoven web having fibers, wherein a plurality of fibers is partially embedded in one surface of the film, and wherein the substrate is essentially free of adhesives and film-based microfibers. A method for making a film/nonwoven composite includes providing an elastomeric film traveling in a machine direction; providing a nonwoven web traveling in the machine direction in face-to-face contact with the film, wherein the nonwoven web includes fibers; and impinging the elastomeric film with hydro jets such that at least some of the fibers become embedded in the film. 1. A substrate having an elastomeric film and a nonwoven web having fibers , wherein a plurality of fibers is partially embedded in one surface of the film.2. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the elastomeric film is a mono-layered film.3. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the elastomeric film is a multilayered film.4. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the elastomeric film is a biaxial film.5. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the fibers include compliant fibers.6. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the fibers include staple fibers claim 1 , substantially continuous fibers claim 1 , pulp fibers claim 1 , or a combination thereof.7. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the fibers include cellulosic fibers.8. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the substrate includes a three-dimensional pattern matching a forming screen.9. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is essentially free of film-based microfibers.10. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is without apertures.11. The substrate of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is breathable.12. A substrate having an elastomeric film and a nonwoven web having fibers claim 1 , wherein a plurality of fibers is partially ...

Lightweight underlayment

A roofing underlayment and a novel method for manufacturing same is provided. The roofing underlayment comprises a woven scrim bonded with a nonwoven thermoplastic and at least one coating layer disposed on a deck-facing surface of the woven scrim.

MULTI-LAYER ACOUSTIC AND/OR REINFORCING NON-WOVEN FABRIC

The present invention includes a multi-layer acoustic and/or reinforcing non-woven fabric. 1. A multi-layer needle-punched acoustic and/or reinforcing non-woven fabric comprising two outer cover non-woven fabrics , namely:{'sup': 2', '2', '2', '2, 'a) a first cover non-woven fabric consisting of a PE adhesive non-woven fabric with a basis weight of 30 g/mto 200 g/m, and a second cover non-woven fabric consisting of a PP/PET non-woven fabric with a basis weight of 50 g/mto 250 g/m, or'}{'sup': 2', '2, 'b) said first cover non-woven fabric and said second cover non-woven fabric are a PP/PET cover non-woven fabric with a basis weight of 100 g/mto 800 g/m;'}{'sup': 2', '2, 'each containing a layer sandwiched between the outer cover non-woven fabrics and consisting of a ground material with a basis weight of 250 g/mto 700 g/mof PE, PET, PP, multicomponent (BiCo) fibrous material;'}characterized in thatsaid ground material contains from 5% by weight to 50% by weight by weight, based on the ground material, of dust scraps of reclaimed cotton, PET and bicomponent fibers.2. The multi-layer needle-punched acoustic and/or reinforcing non-woven fabric according to claim 1 , characterized in that a PE/PA/PE sheet with a total thickness of 40 μm to 150 μm is provided between the top claim 1 , in the direction of needle punching claim 1 , cover non-woven fabric and the layer of ground material/dust.3. The multi-layer needle-punched acoustic/reinforcing non-woven fabric according to claim 1 , characterized in that a PE/PA/PE sheet with a total thickness of 40 μm to 150 μm is provided between the top claim 1 , in the direction of needle punching claim 1 , cover non-woven fabric plus the layer of ground material/dust claim 1 , and the bottom cover non-woven fabric.4. The multi-layer acoustic and/or reinforcing non-woven fabric according to claim 1 , characterized in that at least said first cover non-woven fabric or said second cover non-woven fabric or both comprise a sheet non- ...

UNDERBODY SHIELD COMPOSITIONS AND ARTICLES THAT PROVIDE ENHANCED PEEL STRENGTH AND METHODS OF USING THEM

A thermoplastic composite article comprising a porous core layer comprising a plurality of reinforcing fibers, a lofting agent and a thermoplastic material is provided. In certain instances, the article further comprises a skin layer disposed on the core layer and an adhesive layer between the core layer and the skin layer. In some configurations, the adhesive layer comprises a thermoplastic polymer and an effective amount of a thermosetting material to provide a post-molding peel strength between the skin layer and the post lofted core layer of at least 0.5 N/cm (in either or both of the machine direction or cross direction) as tested by DIN 53357 A dated Oct. 1, 1982. 170-. (canceled)72. The method of claim 71 , further comprising compressing the composite article to a predetermined thickness prior to lofting of the core layer.73. The method of claim 71 , further comprising crosslinking the thermosetting material of the adhesive layer.74. The method of claim 71 , further comprising disposing the adhesive layer by co-spraying the thermoplastic polymer of the adhesive layer and the thermosetting material of the adhesive layer onto the heated web.75. The method of claim 74 , further comprising crosslinking the thermosetting material of the co-sprayed adhesive layer.76. The method of claim 71 , further comprising blending the thermoplastic polymer of the adhesive layer and the thermosetting material of the adhesive layer prior to disposing the adhesive layer on the core layer.77. The method of claim 76 , further comprising crosslinking the disposed adhesive layer comprising the adhesive blend.78. The method of claim 76 , further comprising rolling the adhesive blend onto the core layer to provide the adhesive layer.79. The method of claim 78 , further comprising crosslinking the adhesive blend of the rolled adhesive layer.80. The method of claim 71 , further comprising disposing a second adhesive layer on a second surface of the core layer claim 71 , and disposing a ...

Absorbent laminates, absorbent cores and disposable articles utilizing the absorbent laminates, and related methods

Absorbent multi-layer laminates with SAP on both sides of a middle substrate that comprises wettable cellulosic fibers. Also absorbent cores including such absorbent laminates. Absorbent articles such as protective underwear, adult briefs, baby diapers and nursing pads including such absorbent cores, and patient-support pads such as underpads and sacral pads including such absorbent laminates and cores.

AUTOMOTIVE INTERIOR MATERIAL AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

Provided herein are an automotive interior material and a method for manufacturing the same. The automotive interior material is capable of allowing high rigidity and weight reduction to be implemented and allowing a bracket, a skin material, and other accessories to be easily attached to a surface of the automotive interior material, using a thermosetting resin and a multi-layered felt layer configured with a first felt layer made of a first material containing a natural fiber and a synthetic fiber, and a second felt layer attached on top of the first felt layer and made of a second material which contains a natural fiber and a synthetic fiber and is different from the first material in at least one of a component and a composition. 1. An automotive interior material , comprising:a first felt layer made of a first material containing a natural fiber and a synthetic fiber;a second felt layer attached on top of the first felt layer and made of a second material which contains a natural fiber and a synthetic fiber and is different from the first material in at least one of a component and a composition; anda coating layer made of a third material containing a thermosetting resin and attached to at least one of an upper surface and a lower surface of a multi-layered felt layer configured with the first felt layer and the second felt layer,wherein the first material has a weight ratio of the natural fiber to the synthetic fiber in a range of 9:1 to 8:2, and the second material has a weight ratio of the natural fiber to the synthetic fiber in a range of 7:3 to 3:7.2. The automotive interior material of claim 1 , wherein the first material and the second material include different types of synthetic fibers.3. The automotive interior material of claim 1 , wherein the natural fiber of the first material or the second material is made of one or more fiber materials selected from the group consisting of a jute claim 1 , kenaf claim 1 , sisal claim 1 , flax claim 1 , and a ...

Sound-absorbing membrane, sound absorbing material, and methods of manufacture thereof

Provided are a sound-absorbing membrane, a sound-absorbing material, and methods of manufacture therefor that can provide suitable sound absorbing performance, suppressed deterioration in appearance quality, and easy production. A sound-absorbing membrane 10 includes: a base sheet 11 made of a nonwoven fabric having a airflow resistance of 0.01 to 0.1 kPa·s/m; and a resin film 12 covering one surface of the base sheet, the resin film 12 made of a thermosetting resin in a semi-cured state. Fillers 13 made of powder having an average particle diameter of 1 to 100 μm are dispersed in the resin film 12. The sound-absorbing membrane 10 has a whole airflow resistance of 0.2 to 5.0 kPa·s/m. A sound-absorbing material 20 includes a sound absorbing base sheet 21 made of a porous material, and the sound-absorbing membrane 10 laminated on one surface or both surfaces of the sound absorbing base sheet 21 such that the resin film 12 faces the sound absorbing base sheet 21, the sound-absorbing material 20 has a predetermined shape.

VERTICALLY LAPPED FIBROUS FLOORING

A flooring assembly () comprising at least one vertically lapped fibrous material layer (), at least one pressure sensitive adhesive layer () including a flexible substrate (), a mesh () and an adhesive () located along the flexible substrate, and at least one moisture impermeable membrane layer (). 1. A flooring assembly comprising:a) at least one vertically lapped fibrous material layer;b) at least one adhesive layer; and 'wherein the flooring assembly provides acoustic damping.', 'c) at least one moisture impermeable membrane layer;'}2. (canceled)3. The flooring assembly of claim 1 , including a composite layer located above all other layers.4. (canceled)5. The flooring assembly of claim 1 , including a first adhesive layer located in direct planar contact with a first surface of the at least one vertically lapped fibrous material layer.6. The flooring assembly of claim 5 , including a second adhesive layer located in direct planar contact with a second surface of the at least one moisture impermeable membrane layer.7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. The flooring assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one moisture impermeable membrane layer is located in direct planar contact with the at least one vertically lapped fibrous material layer.10. The flooring assembly of claim 1 , wherein the assembly comprises:a. exactly one vertically lapped fibrous material layer;b. exactly one moisture impermeable membrane layer located in direct planar contact with a second surface of the vertically lapped fibrous material layer;c. a first adhesice layer located in direct planar contact with a first surface of the vertically lapped fibrous material layer; andd. a second adhesive layer located in direct planar contact with a second surface of the moisture impermeable membrane layer.11. The flooring assembly of claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the vertically lapped fibrous material layer is about 0.5 mm or greater and about 10 mm or less.12. (canceled)13. The flooring assembly of ...

Use of semi-aromatic copolyamide for transporting refrigerant fluid

Provided is a method for heating or cooling a liquid or a body by means of a vapor compression circuit containing a heat transfer fluid. The vapor compression circuit element includes at least one layer that includes copolyamide of formula X/10.T/Y, where the structural variables are described herein.

Elastic hot melt adhesive composition and an elastic composite made with the same

This invention claims hot melt adhesive compositions that can be used to form elastic composites that are useful in disposable absorbent articles. The compositions have good elastic recovery and high peel adhesion at a viscosity of less than about 15,000 cps at 177° C. (350° F.). The low viscosity makes it possible to apply the hot melt adhesive at a high line speed and target application to only those areas requiring elastic performance.

METHOD FOR MAKING TRANSPARENT CONDUCTIVE ELEMENT

A method for making a transparent conductive element includes providing a carbon nanotube film. The carbon nanotube film includes a number of carbon nanotube wires in parallel with and spaced from each other and a number of carbon nanotubes in contact with adjacent two of the carbon nanotube wires. The carbon nanotube film is placed on a surface of a softened polymer substrate. The polymer substrate and the carbon nanotube film are stretched. The softened polymer substrate is solidified to maintain the stretched state of the carbon nanotube film. 1. A method for making a transparent conductive element , the method comprising:making a carbon nanotube film comprising a plurality of carbon nanotubes, wherein the plurality of carbon nanotubes comprises a first set and a second set; and the first set are arranged to substantially extend along the first direction to form a plurality of carbon nanotube wires in parallel with each other, and the second set is on a surface of the carbon nanotube film and in contact with the plurality of carbon nanotube wires;placing the carbon nanotube film on a surface of a softened polymer substrate;stretching the softened polymer substrate with the carbon nanotube film thereon along a second direction that is perpendicular to the first direction, so that the carbon nanotube film forms a stretched state along the second direction; andsolidifying the softened polymer substrate to maintain the stretched state of the carbon nanotube film.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the making the carbon nanotube film comprises:making a carbon nanotube array on a substrate; anddrawing out the carbon nanotube film from the carbon nanotube array.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the carbon nanotube film is a free-standing structure.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the carbon nanotube film is a substantially pure structure consisting of the plurality of carbon nanotubes.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein in each of the plurality of carbon nanotube wires ...

Polymeric netting of ribbons and strands and methods of making the same

A polymeric netting including polymeric ribbons and polymeric strands. Each of the polymeric ribbons and strands has a length and width, with the length being the longest dimension and the width being the shortest dimension. The polymeric ribbons have a height-to-width aspect ratio of at least five to one, a major surface that is intermittently bonded to only one polymeric strand, and a height greater than the height of the one polymeric strand. An extrusion die and method useful for making the polymeric netting are also disclosed.

Soft artificial leather for interior materials of automobiles and method for manufacturing the same

Disclosed are an artificial leather used as an interior material for automobiles and a method for manufacturing the same, in one aspect a polymer plasticizer, a PVC resin and a foaming agent. The soft artificial leather for interior materials of automobiles includes a skin layer including a PVC resin and a primary plasticizer, wherein the skin layer further includes higher than 0 and not higher than 15 phr of a polymer plasticizer. As a result, there are effects of reducing heating loss and suppressing migration of the plasticizer.

Layered carbon fiber preform

A preform for a carbon-carbon composite including a plurality of fibrous layers superposed and needled-punched together. Each fibrous layer of the plurality of fibrous layers includes web fibers and tow fibers that each include at least one of carbon fibers or carbon-precursor fibers. The plurality of fibrous layers includes a first, a second, and a third fibrous layer, the third fibrous layer positioned between the first and the second fibrous layers. The third fibrous layer includes at least one of a ratio of web fibers to tow fibers that is less than a ratio of web fibers to tow fibers of the first fibrous layer, an areal weight that is greater than an areal weight of the first fibrous layer, or a pre-needled thickness that is greater than a pre-needled thickness the first fibrous layer.

Flame Resistant Composite Fabrics

A flame resistant composite fabric includes a first flame resistant fabric layer, a second flame resistant fabric layer, and a barrier layer that bonds the first flame resistant fabric layer to the second flame resistant fabric layer. The barrier layer is capable of withstanding temperature of 500° F. for at least 5 minutes without substantial change in the integrity of the flame resistant composite fabric. 168-. (canceled)69. A fiber blend comprising: 5 wt % to 25 wt % of p-aramid fiber; 10 wt % to 40 wt % of m-aramid fiber; 40 wt % to 80 wt % of modacrylic fiber; and 5 wt % to 15 wt % of natural fiber or regenerated fiber.70. The fiber blend of claim 69 , wherein the natural fiber or regenerated fiber is 5 wt % to 10 wt % of the fiber blend.71. The fiber blend of claim 70 , wherein the natural fiber or regenerated fiber is 10 wt % of the fiber blend.72. The fiber blend of claim 71 , wherein the natural fiber or regenerated fiber comprises cotton claim 71 , wool claim 71 , rayon claim 71 , viscose claim 71 , modal claim 71 , or lyocell.73. The fiber blend of claim 69 , further comprising 1 wt % to 5 wt % of antistatic fiber.74. The fiber blend of claim 69 , wherein the p-aramid fiber is 7 wt % to 15 wt % of the fiber blend.75. The fiber blend of claim 74 , wherein the p-aramid fiber is 10 wt % of the fiber blend.76. The fiber blend of claim 69 , wherein the m-aramid fiber is 15 wt % to 40 wt % of the fiber blend.77. The fiber blend of claim 76 , wherein the m-aramid fiber is 25 wt % of the fiber blend.78. The fiber blend of claim 69 , wherein the modacrylic fiber is 55 wt % to 65 wt % of the fiber blend.79. The fiber blend of claim 78 , wherein the modacrylic fiber is 60 wt % of the fiber blend.80. The fiber blend of claim 69 , wherein the fiber blend is hydrophilic.81. A yarn for use in apparel claim 69 , the yarn comprising: 5 wt % to 25 wt % of p-aramid fiber; 10 wt % to 40 wt % of m-aramid fiber; 40 wt % to 80 wt % of modacrylic fiber; and 5 wt % to 15 wt % of ...

GARMENT INCORPORATING AQUEOUS POLYURETHANE DISPERSIONS HAVING ALTERED STRESS PROFILE

Articles, such as garments, including films comprising dried aqueous polyurethane dispersions are disclosed, whereby the garment has an altered stress which is exhibited during wear of the garment. The film may be bonded to the fabric of the article to provide a fabric or film laminate. 134-. (canceled)35. A bust supporting garment comprising:a material defining a breast cup including a lower periphery and a side periphery that extends from said lower periphery to a top portion of the breast cup where a strap is optionally attached, and a winged portion; and a glycol,', 'an aliphatic diisocyanate and', 'a diol,, 'a film adhered to at least a portion of the material, said film comprising a dried aqueous polyurethane dispersion including a prepolymer, said prepolymer comprisingwherein a ratio of isocyanate groups in the aliphatic diisocyanate to hydroxy groups in the glycol and the diol (NCO/OH) is about 1.30 to about 2.20.36. The bust supporting garment of claim 35 , wherein the breast cup comprises a pair of breast cups claim 35 , each of said breast cups includes the lower periphery and the side periphery that extends from said lower periphery to the top portion of each of said breast cups.37. The bust supporting garment of claim 36 , wherein the film is adhered to at least a portion of the material at the lower and/or side peripheries of the breast cups.38. The bust supporting garment of claim 35 , wherein the film is adhered to at least the wing portions.39. The bust supporting garment of claim 35 , wherein the film is adhered to the straps of the garment.40. The bust supporting garment of claim 35 , wherein the film is a continuous film in the form of a triangular shape claim 35 , a trapezoid shape claim 35 , or a narrow strip.41. The bust supporting garment of claim 35 , wherein the garment is a brassiere claim 35 , bralette or sports bra.42. The bust supporting garment of claim 35 , wherein the breast cup is formed without underwire claim 35 , seams claim 35 , ...

Nonwoven Material Having Discrete Three-Dimensional Deformations With Wide Base Openings That are Tip Bonded to Additional Layer

A composite sheet that includes a first sheet and a second sheet is disclosed. The first and second sheets are bonded to each other at a number of spaced apart discrete inter-sheet bond locations. The first sheet is a nonwoven material that has discrete three-dimensional deformations therein forming protrusions that extend outward from the first surface of the first sheet to their distal ends and wide base openings adjacent to the second surface of the first sheet. The second sheet is a generally planar sheet that contacts the distal ends of the protrusions on the first sheet. The second sheet is bonded to the first sheet at spaced apart inter-sheet bond locations where the distal ends of the protrusions on the first sheet contact the second sheet.

Method Of Making Nonwoven Material Having Discrete Three-Dimensional Deformations With Wide Base Openings That are Base Bonded to Additional Layer

A method of forming a composite sheet that is made of a first sheet and a second sheet is disclosed. The first and second sheets are bonded to each other at a number of spaced apart discrete inter-sheet bond locations. The method involves mechanically deforming a precursor nonwoven web to form a first web with deformations therein. The deformations form protrusions that extend outward from the first surface of the first web and openings in the other surface of the web. The method involves feeding the first nonwoven web with the deformations therein into a bonding nip where portions of the first region of the first web outside of the deformations are bonded to the second web to form a base-bonded composite web.

PEELABLE/RESEALABLE PACKAGE WITH ABSORBENT STRIP

The present invention is directed to flexible peelable/reseatable packages uniquely well suited for packaging convenience foods such as processed meats, cheeses and the like. The packages include a peelable/resealable interface formed from a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) which permit the packages to be re-sealed after their initial opening. There is also an absorbent non-woven strip which is inserted between the first and second wall panels near the PSA interface. During the opening of the package when the wall panels are forced apart in opposite directions, the absorbent non-woven strip cohesively ruptures and at least a portion of the strip remains bonded to each wall panel after the package has been opened. The absorbent non-woven strip absorbs water and/or fats, grease and oils from the food products before these materials can contaminate the PSA interface. 1. A peelable/resealable package comprising:a top end and a bottom end generally opposite the top end; a first side edge and a second side edge generally opposite the first side edge;a first wall panel having an interior surface and an exterior surface; a second wall panel having an interior surface and an exterior surface;a first side heat seal located adjacent to the first side edge which extends from the top end to the bottom end; a second side heat seal located adjacent to the second side edge which extends from the top end to the bottom end;an absorbent non-woven strip located generally near the top end which is inserted between the first and second wall panels;an initial closed position comprising a first peelable/resealable transverse heat seal located generally near the top end and extending between the first side edge and the second side edge which joins the interior surface of the first wall panel to the interior surface of the second wall panel; wherein the first peelable/resealable transverse heat seal is placed either superimposed over the non-woven absorbent strip or offset between the non- ...

MULTI-LAYERED FLAME RETARDANT AND CHEMICAL RESISTANT COMPOSITES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME

A multi-layered flame retardant and chemical resistant composite is described along with methods of making and/or using the same. The composite may be used in protective apparel and/or personal protective ensembles (PPE). The composite may be an engineered textile laminate. The composite may meet NFPA 2113 criteria as an over-garment for NFPA 2112 Flashover protection PPE garments. The composite may provide optimized protection to primary flashover rated PPE, where flames are present, and where chemical hazards are present. 1. A multi-layered composite comprising:a first layer comprising a nonwoven fabric;a second layer comprising a non-flame retardant chemical barrier polymeric film; anda third layer comprising a polymeric film;wherein the first layer is adhered to the second layer with a first flame retardant adhesive and the second layer is adhered to the third layer with a second flame retardant adhesive.215.-. (canceled)16. A multi-layered composite comprising:a first layer comprising a nonwoven fabric;a second layer comprising a non-flame retardant chemical barrier polymeric film; anda third layer comprising a flame retardant coating;wherein the first layer is adhered to the second layer with a first flame retardant adhesive and the second layer is adhered to the third layer with a second flame retardant adhesive.1722.-. (canceled)23. A multi-layered composite comprising:a first layer comprising a nonwoven fabric;a second layer comprising a non-flame retardant chemical barrier polymeric film; anda third layer comprising a polymeric film;wherein the first layer is adhered to the second layer with a first adhesive.24. The multi-layered composite of claim 23 , wherein the first adhesive is not flame retardant.25. The multi-layered composite of claim 23 , wherein the first adhesive is flame retardant.26. The multi-layered composite of claim 23 , wherein the second layer is adhered to the third layer with a second adhesive and the second adhesive is flame retardant ...

REINFORCED THIN FILM FOR FLEXIBLE PACKAGING

The invention provides a thermoplastic film comprising: a base film wherein the base film comprises a stretchable polyolefin material comprising one or more layers; and a plurality of extruded fibre elements; wherein the extruded fibre elements are located on at least one surface of the base film; wherein the extruded fibres form one or more protrusions relative to the plane of the base film; wherein at the location where the fibre elements are provided on the base film, a domain of a material mixture comprising the base film material and the fibre material is present between a domain of pure base film material and a domain of pure fibre material, and wherein the average thickness of the base film is less than the average thickness of the protrusion. 1. A thermoplastic film comprising:a base film wherein the base film comprises a stretchable polyolefin material comprising one or more layers; anda plurality of extruded fibre elements;wherein the extruded fibre elements are located on at least one surface of the base film;wherein the extruded fibre elements form one or more protrusions relative to the plane of the base film;wherein at the location where the fibre elements are provided on the base film, a domain of a material mixture comprising the base film material and the fibre material is present between a domain of pure base film material and a domain of pure fibre material,wherein the average thickness of the base film is less than the average thickness of the protrusion; andwherein the fibre elements cover less that 51% of the surface area of the film.2. The thermoplastic film according to claim 1 , wherein the ratio of the average width to the average length of said elements of the current invention is in a range selected from the group consisting of: 1:500-1:10 claim 1 ,000 claim 1 ,000 and 1:50-1:500 claim 1 ,000.3. The thermoplastic film according to claim 1 , wherein the average diameter of the fibre elements is in a range selected from the group consisting ...

Method Of Making Nonwoven Material Having Discrete Three-Dimensional Deformations With Wide Base Openings

A method of forming deformations in a nonwoven web includes the steps of: a) providing a precursor nonwoven web; b) providing a pair of forming members which include: a first forming member having a surface comprising a plurality of discrete, spaced apart male forming elements; and a second forming member having a surface comprising a plurality of recesses in the second forming member, wherein the recesses are aligned and configured to receive the male forming elements therein, wherein the recesses have a plan view periphery that is larger than, and may completely surround, the plan view periphery of the male elements; and c) mechanically deforming the precursor nonwoven web with the forming members by placing the precursor nonwoven web between the forming members. The method forms a nonwoven web having a generally planar first region and a plurality of discrete deformations. The deformations form protrusions that extend outward from the first surface of the nonwoven web and a base opening adjacent to the second surface of the nonwoven web. The maximum interior width of the cap portion of the protrusions is wider than the width of the base opening.

Apparatus Having Forming Members With Surface Texture for Making Nonwoven Material Having Discrete Three-Dimensional Deformations With Wide Base Openings

An apparatus for forming deformations in a nonwoven web is disclosed. The apparatus includes a pair of forming members that form a nip therebetween. The forming members include: a first forming member having a surface comprising a plurality of discrete, spaced apart male forming elements; and a second forming member having a surface comprising a plurality of recesses in the second forming member, wherein the recesses are aligned and configured to receive the male forming elements therein, wherein the recesses have a plan view periphery that is larger than, and may completely surround, the plan view periphery of the male elements. At least one of the forming members has a plurality of discrete surface texture elements thereon.

Medical protective clothng materials

Protective clothing materials and related methods and garments are provided. In some embodiments, a protective clothing material may comprise a fibrous layer that serves as a barrier to certain fluids (e.g., bodily fluids, water) and microbes. The impermeability of the fibrous layer may be due, at least in part, to the structural uniformity and/or relatively small pore size of the fibrous layer. In some embodiments, the fibrous layer may have a relatively high air permeability that imparts beneficial properties (e.g., relatively high air flow, breathability) to the protective clothing material without adversely affecting its protection rating. In certain embodiments, the protective clothing material may also comprise one or more coarse nonwoven webs that impart beneficial properties (e.g., splash resistance) to the protective clothing material. The protective clothing materials, described herein, may be particularly useful for a wide variety of applications, including the formation of AAMI level 4 protective garments.

NONWOVEN CARRIER MATERIAL COMPRISING A FIRST PART AND A SECOND PART

A nonwoven carrier material including at least a first part and a second part whereby the first and the second part including at least two layers of thermoplastic fibers. The first part and the second part are connected with each other in a connecting area to form the nonwoven carrier material whiteout thickness and weight variations in the connecting area. Further, a method for connecting a first and a second part of a nonwoven carrier material to form a connected nonwoven carrier material 1. A method for connecting a nonwoven carrier material comprising a first part having a thickness and a second part having a thickness , wherein the first part and the second part comprise at least a first and a second thermoplastic fiber layer , wherein part of the thickness of the first part A and part of the thickness of second part B is removed to form the first thermoplastic fiber layer and the second thermoplastic fiber layer in such a way that the first part and the second part form together a form-fit connection in the connecting area.2. The method according to wherein the length of the first thermoplastic fiber layer of the first part differs by at least 0.5 cm from the length of the second thermoplastic fiber layer of the first part and the length of the first thermoplastic fiber layer of the second part differs by at least 0.5 cm from the length of the second thermoplastic fiber layer of the second part claim 1 , whereby the sum of the length of the first thermoplastic fiber layer of the first part and the length of the first thermoplastic fiber layer of the second part is equal to the sum of the length of the second thermoplastic fiber layer of the first part and the length of the second thermoplastic fiber layer of the second part claim 1 , whereby the first part and the second part are thereafter connected in a connecting area to form a connected nonwoven carrier material.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a permanent connection of the first part and the ...

MANUFACTURING PROCESS FOR ELASTOMERIC LAMINATE

A process for making an elastomeric laminated product including the steps of laminating an elastomeric film between a first spunbond nonvowen layer and a second spunbond nonwoven layer so as to form a laminated web, transporting the laminated web through intermeshing rollers so as to strain portions of the laminated web to form activated regions in the laminated web, and transporting the activated laminated web to a first portion of a rotating wheel, the first portion of the wheel having a cross direction width that is smaller than a cross direction width at a second portion of the wheel, so that the laminated web follows rotation of the wheel and is stretched in the cross direction at the second portion of the wheel before separating from the wheel at the first portion in a relaxed state. 1. An elastomeric laminated product made in accordance with the following process:laminating an elastomeric film between a first spunbond nonwoven layer and a second spunbond nonwoven layer so as to form a laminated web;transporting the laminated web through intermeshing rollers so as to strain portions of the laminated web to form activated regions in the laminated web;after the step of transporting, applying heat to non-activated regions of the activated laminated web and drawing the activated laminated web in the machine direction so as to elongate the non-activated regions; andtransporting the activated laminated web to a first portion of a rotating wheel, the first portion of the wheel having a cross direction width that is smaller than a cross direction width at a second portion of the wheel, so that the laminated web follows rotation of the wheel and is stretched in the cross direction at the second portion of the wheel before separating from the wheel at the first portion in a relaxed state.2. The elastomeric laminated product of claim 1 , wherein the intermeshing rollers comprise at least two sets of a plurality of intermeshed protrusions so that at least two ...

Panel systems and methods

A panel for a surface covering system of a plurality of like panels, the panel comprising: a base layer; a first joint extrusion attached along a first edge of the base layer; a second joint extrusion attached along a second edge of the base layer, opposite the first edge; a covering layer covering at least part of the first joint extrusion and at least part of the second joint extrusion; wherein the first extrusion is configured to join to a second extrusion of an adjacent like panel, and the covering layer substantially conceals the first extrusion and the second extrusion when installed.

Progressive flex geometry for distribution of dynamic forces within a hose bellows

A charge-air cooler hose includes a hollow cylindrical structure defining an air conduit, an outer surface, and a bellows section, where a plurality of convolutions are formed on the bellows section and the bellows section includes a plurality of ridges and a plurality of valleys. At least one of the plurality of ridges has a diameter and/or shape different from other ridges. In some cases, the bellows section has two ridges. In some other cases, the bellows section has three ridges. Where there are three ridges, each of the three ridges may have a diameter different from one another. In an embodiment where there are three ridges, a first ridge has a diameter D 3 , a second adjacent ridge has a diameter D 4 , and a third adjacent ridge has a diameter D 5 , and where D 3 <D 4 <D 5.

Patterned apertured webs and methods for making the same

A disposable absorbent article having a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core disposed therebetween is described. The topsheet includes a plurality of apertures arranged in a first zone and a first plurality of structures which are disposed adjacent to the first plurality of apertures. The plurality of apertures have an Effective Aperture Area of from between 0.5 mm2 to about 8 mm2 as measured by the Aperture/Feret Angle test as described herein, and the topsheet has a top layer and a lower layer, wherein the top layer is more hydrophobic than the lower layer.

Compressible and Strong Fibrous Structures

Articles, such as sanitary tissue products, including fibrous structures, and more particularly articles including fibrous structures having a plurality of fibrous elements wherein the article exhibits differential cellulose content throughout the thickness of the article and methods for making same are provided. 1. A fibrous structure comprising a plurality of fibers wherein the fibrous structure exhibits a Dry BEA of greater than 20.0 as measured according to the Dry Burst Test Method and a Dry Thick Compression of greater than 700 as measured according to the Dry Compressive Modulus Test Method.2. The fibrous structure according to wherein the fibrous structure further comprises a plurality of filaments.3. The fibrous structure according to wherein at least one of the filaments comprises a polymer.4. The fibrous structure according to wherein the polymer comprises a thermoplastic polymer.5. The fibrous structure according to wherein the thermoplastic polymer comprises a polyolefin.6. The fibrous structure according to wherein the polyolefin is selected from the group consisting of: polypropylene claim 5 , polyethylene claim 5 , and mixtures thereof.7. The fibrous structure according to wherein the fibrous structure comprises a coform fibrous structure.8. The fibrous structure according to wherein at least one of the fibers is a pulp fiber.9. The fibrous structure according to wherein the fibrous structure further exhibits a Bending Modulus of less than 10.00 as measured according to the Flexural Rigidity and Bending Modulus Test Method.10. The fibrous structure according to wherein the fibrous structure further exhibits a TS7 of less than 17.0 as measured according to the Emtec Test Method.11. A fibrous structure comprising a plurality of fibers wherein the fibrous structure exhibits a Dry BEA of greater than 20.0 as measured according to the Dry Burst Test Method and a Wet Thick Compression of greater than 1800 as measured according to the Wet Compressive ...

Thermoplastic non-woven textile elements

A non-woven textile may be formed from a plurality of thermoplastic polymer filaments. The non-woven textile may have a first region and a second region, with the filaments of the first region being fused to a greater degree than the filaments of the second region. A variety of products, including apparel (e.g., shirts, pants, footwear), may incorporate the non-woven textile. In some of these products, the non-woven textile may be joined with another textile element to form a seam. More particularly, an edge area of the non-woven textile may be heatbonded with an edge area of the other textile element at the seam. In other products, the non-woven textile may be joined with another component, whether a textile or a non-textile.

Low porosity high strength uhmwpe fabrics

Low porosity fibrous materials, articles formed therefrom and processes for their formation. Multiple plies of high tenacity, multifilament elongate bodies are optionally stitched together and pressed as a set without being laminated, adhered or thermally fused to each other. Pressing spreads the component filaments of the elongate bodies, forcing the filaments to occupy spaces between adjacent fibers and thereby reducing porosity of the complete multi-ply material.