Printing device having a printing fluid detector

A printing device is provided, wherein the printing device includes a printing fluid reservoir configured to hold a volume of a printing fluid, a print head assembly configured to transfer the printing fluid to a printing medium, a conduit fluidically connecting the printing fluid reservoir and the print head assembly, and a printing fluid detector. The printing fluid detector includes first and second electrodes configured to be in contact with the printing fluid, and is configured to distinguish printing fluid from printing fluid froth by taking an impedance measurement across the first and second electrodes and comparing the impedance measurement to a froth threshold impedance value that is calibrated to a measured printing fluid temperature.

Prothesis Having a Coating and Systems and Methods of Making the Same

Implantable medical devices such as stents, methods of making medical devices, and systems for making medical devices are disclosed herein. In one exemplary embodiment, medical device includes a stent that is coated at least on a portion of one surface by an ink-jet device.

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Preparing solid formulation of nanoparticles of pharmaceutical ingredient, including at least micron-sized particles

A slurry is prepared in which nanoparticles of a pharmaceutical ingredient have been formed within a solvent. A solid formulation of the nanoparticles of the pharmaceutical ingredient is prepared from the slurry, without employing electrostatic collection. The solid formulation of the nanoparticles includes at least micron-sized particles.

Core-shell solid freeform fabrication system

A method for creating a three-dimensional solid freeform fabrication object includes spreading a reactive powder on a substrate, selectively dispensing a core binder in the reactive powder to form a core material, and selectively dispensing a shell binder in the reactive powder to form a shell on the core material.

SOLE STRUCTURES INCLUDING POLYOLEFIN PLATES AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , the sole structure comprising:a plate comprising a polyolefin resin, the plate having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side is configured to be ground-facing when the plate is a component of an article of footwear;wherein the polyolefin resin comprises a polyolefin copolymer and an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier.2. The sole structure according to claim 1 , further comprising a textile disposed on one or both of the first side and the second side.3. The sole structure according to claim 2 , further comprising a lower chassis claim 2 , wherein the lower chassis is configured to be on the first side of the plate.4. The sole structure according to claim 3 , wherein the textile is on the first side of the plate claim 3 , and wherein a bond strength of the first side to the chassis is greater than a bond strength of the otherwise same plate to the otherwise same chassis using the otherwise same bonding procedure except without the textile.5. The sole structure according to claim 3 , wherein the ...

System and method for fabricating a three-dimensional metal object using solid free-form fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional metal object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including a number of metal or metal alloy particulates and a peroxide, and selectively ink-jetting a binder system onto a predetermined area of the particulate blend to form a green part, wherein the liquid phase binder includes a water soluble monofunctional acrylate-based monomer, a water soluble difunctional acrylate-based monomer, an amine, and water.

Reactive materials systems and methods for solid freeform fabrication of three-dimensional objects

Systems and methods which utilize a plurality of reactive build compositions differing from one another in at least one material property and which may be applied, individually and/or in combination, layer upon layer to form solid three-dimensional objects having regions which vary in the at least one material property are provided. Further provided are systems and methods which utilize a plurality of reactive build compositions differing from one another in at least one material property and which may be applied, individually and/or in combination, layer upon layer to form a plurality of three-dimensional objects in a single solid freeform fabrication build, at least one object of the plurality of objects having a material property which differs from the same material property of at least one other object fabricated in the same build. Further provided are three-dimensional objects formed utilizing the disclosed systems and methods.

Core-shell solid freeform fabrication

A method for creating a three-dimensional solid freeform fabrication object includes spreading a reactive powder on a substrate, selectively dispensing a core binder in the reactive powder to form a core material, and selectively dispensing a shell binder in the reactive powder to form a shell on the core material.

System and method for fabricating three-dimensional objects using solid free-form fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including a calcium phosphate source, a reaction retardant, and a layered double hydroxide, and selectively ink-jetting a solubilizing binder onto a predetermined volume of the particulate blend to form a pre-ceramic object in the predetermined volume, wherein the solubilizing binder includes wetting agents, humectants, pH modifiers, and surfactants.

Solid freeform fabrication methods and systems

A solid freeform fabrication system includes a powdered build material deposited as a layer in a fabrication bin; a binding powder deposited as a layer over the layer of powdered build material; and an activating fluid that is selectively dispensed from an ejection head to activate the binding powder. The activated binding powder then selectively binds the build material into a cross-section of an object being fabricated.

Printing device having a printing fluid detection system

A printing device is provided, which is configured to print a printing fluid onto a printing medium. The printing device includes a printing fluid reservoir configured to hold a volume of the printing fluid, a print head assembly configured to transfer the printing fluid to the printing medium, a conduit fluidically connecting the printing fluid reservoir to the print head assembly, and a printing fluid detector associated with the conduit. The printing fluid detector includes a first electrode and a second electrode coupled with the conduit and configured to be in contact with printing fluid in the conduit, a power supply configured to apply an alternating supply signal to the first electrode, and detector circuitry configured to detect a measured impedance value related to the presence of printing fluid within the conduit by comparing the alternating supply signal with a detected signal that has been modified from the applied signal by an impedance characteristic of the printing fluid ...

System and method for fabricating a three-dimensional metal object using solid free-form fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional metal object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including a number of metal or metal alloy particulates and a peroxide, and selectively ink-jetting a binder system onto a predetermined area of the particulate blend to form a green part, wherein the liquid phase binder includes a water soluble monofunctional acrylate-based monomer, a water soluble difunctional acrylate-based monomer, an amine, and water.

Alginate-based materials, methods of application thereof, and systems for using the alginate-based materials

Solid freeform fabrication (SFF) systems for producing a three-dimensional object and methods of producing three-dimensional objects are disclosed. The SFF system includes a dispensing system including an alginate-based material that includes an alginate-based powder and a binder. The dispensing system is adapted to dispense the alginate-based material.

Drop-on-demand manufacturing of diagnostic test strips

A drop-on-demand system for manufacturing diagnostic test strips includes a drop-on-demand mechanism, and a drop volume feedback subsystem and/or a vision subsystem. The drop-on-demand mechanism dispenses one or more reagents on the diagnostic test strips in one or more desired volumes and at one or more desired locations. The drop volume feedback subsystem control volumes of the reagents dispensed by the drop-on-demand mechanism so that the drop-on-demand mechanism dispenses the reagents on the diagnostic test strips in the desired volumes. The vision subsystem aligns the drop-on-demand mechanism in relation to the diagnostic test strips so that the drop-on-demand mechanism dispenses the reagents on the diagnostic test strips at the desired locations.

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Uses of support material in solid freeform fabrication systems

The present invention is drawn to solid freeform fabrication systems and methods for producing three-dimensional objects. The system can include build material configured to be deposited in layers to form a three-dimensional object; and support material configured to be deposited adjacent to the build material for supporting the build material during formation of the three-dimensional object. The support material can also be configured to form a feature that imparts a predetermined property within the three-dimensional object.

System and method for fabricating three-dimensional objects using solid free-form fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including a calcium phosphate source, a reaction retardant, and a layered double hydroxide, and selectively ink-jetting a solubilizing binder onto a predetermined volume of the particulate blend to form a pre-ceramic object in the predetermined volume, wherein the solubilizing binder includes wetting agents, humectants, pH modifiers, and surfactants.

Ink composition and method for forming the same

An ink composition includes an at least partially intercalated metal oxide colorant and an ink vehicle.

SOLE STRUCTURES INCLUDING COMPOSITE ELEMENTS AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

Disclosed herein is a composite element comprising a textile and a hydrogel layer comprising a hydrogel material that is operably coupled to the textile, wherein a portion of the hydrogel layer extends through a first side of the textile, and at least partially into a core of the textile, but does not extend onto a second side of the textile. Also disclosed are sole structures and articles of athletic footwear incorporating the composite element, as well as methods of manufacturing such composite elements, sole structures, and articles of footwear. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , the sole structure comprising:a composite element and a sole component; the textile comprises a textile material and has a first side, a second side, and a core located between the first side and the second side;', 'the hydrogel layer comprises a hydrogel material and has a first side and a second side that is operably coupled to the textile along the first side of the textile;, 'wherein the composite element comprises a textile and a hydrogel layer;'}wherein a portion of the hydrogel layer extends through the first side of the textile and at least partially into the core of the textile, but does not extend onto the second side of the textile;wherein at least a portion of the first side of the hydrogel layer provides a first ground-facing surface of the sole structure; andwherein the sole component comprises a second polymeric material and has a first side and a second side, wherein at least a portion of the first side of the sole component is operably coupled with the second side of the textile.2. The sole structure of claim 1 , wherein the textile claim 1 , before its first side is operably coupled with the hydrogel layer claim 1 , has a core thickness measured between the first side and the second side of the textile of about 0.1 millimeter to about 5 millimeters.3. The sole structure of claim 1 , wherein the textile claim 1 , before its first side is operably coupled ...

BONDING TO POLYOLEFIN PLATES AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

Methods of bonding components are provided that provide for improved bonding when one or both of the components include a polyolefin resin. Articles of footwear, athletic apparel, sporting equipment, and portions thereof are also provided including the components, at least one of which includes a polyolefin resin, and the component are adhesively bonded together by methods and/or compositions described herein. Methods can include (i) treating a surface of the first component with high-energy discharge to produce a treated surface; (ii) applying chlorinated polyolefin primer to the treated surface to produce a primed surface; (iii) applying waterborne polyurethane adhesive to the primed surface to produce an adhesive surface; and (iv) contacting a surface of the second component to the adhesive surface to adhesively bond the components. In some aspects, the first component is a plate including a textile disposed on a surface of the plate. 1. An article of footwear , athletic apparel , sporting equipment , or portion thereof comprising:a first component comprising a polyolefin resin, anda second component;wherein the first component and the second component are adhesively bonded together by a method comprising:(i) treating a surface of the first component with a high-energy discharge to produce a treated surface:(ii) applying a chlorinated polyolefin primer to the treated surface to produce a primed surface;(iii) applying a first waterborne polyurethane adhesive to the primed surface to produce an adhesive surface; and(iv) contacting a surface of the second component to the adhesive surface to adhesively bond the second component to the first component.2. The article of footwear claim 1 , athletic apparel claim 1 , sporting equipment claim 1 , or portion thereof according to claim 1 , wherein the first component and the second component are adhesively bonded together by a method further comprising in step (iii) applying a second waterborne polyurethane adhesive to the ...

ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR INCLUDING SOLE STRUCTURES AND RAND

Disclosed herein are articles of footwear including an upper, a plate including a first polyolefin resin, and a rand are disclosed herein. The rand is coupled with the surface of the upper, the surface of the plate, or both. The rand is more flexible or less rigid than the plate. Methods of making articles of footwear are also provided. 1. An article of footwear comprising:an upper;a plate comprising a first polyolefin resin, the plate having a first side and a second side and a perimeter, wherein the first side is configured to be ground-facing when the plate is a component of the article of footwear; anda rand comprising a rand polymeric material that is different from the first polyolefin resin;wherein the rand is operably coupled to at least a portion of the perimeter of the plate and at least a portion of the upper.2. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand is disposed at least partially between the plate and the upper.3. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand is disposed on an outer surface of the upper and on an outer surface of the plate.4. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand is disposed about substantially the entire perimeter of the article of footwear.5. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand is adhesively bonded to the plate claim 1 , the upper claim 1 , or both.6. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand is thermally bonded to the plate claim 1 , the upper claim 1 , or both.7. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand is mechanically bonded to the plate claim 1 , the upper claim 1 , or both.8. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand has a thickness of about 1 millimeter to about 5 millimeters.9. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand has a flexural modulus that is at least 10 percent lower than a flexural modulus of the plate.10. The article of footwear of claim 1 , wherein the rand attaches to the upper above a biteline formed at the ...

SOLE STRUCTURES INCLUDING POLYOLEFIN PLATES AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

Sole structures including a plate including a first polyolefin resin, and an edge portion comprising a second resin are disclosed herein. The edge portion is more flexible or less rigid than the plate. Articles of footwear formed from the sole structures are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, edge portions, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the first polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier.

BONDING TO POLYOLEFIN TEXTILES AND UPPERS AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

Methods of bonding components are provided that provide for improved bonding when one or both of the components include a textile component including a polyolefin resin. Articles of footwear, athletic apparel, sporting equipment, and portions thereof are also provided including the components, at least one of which includes a polyolefin textile component, and the component are adhesively bonded together by methods and/or compositions described herein. Methods can include (i) applying a chlorinated polyolefin primer to a surface of the textile component to produce a primed surface; (ii) applying a first waterborne polyurethane adhesive to the primed surface to produce an adhesive surface; and (iv) contacting a surface of the second component to the adhesive surface to adhesively bond the second component to the textile component. In some aspects, the textile component is an upper including an adhesive bond to a sole component such as a plate.

Compositions for solid freeform fabrication

Chemical compositions are disclosed. One exemplary composition, among others, includes: a basic component, an acidic component, at least one acrylate component, oxidizing agent, reducing agent, and a binder. The binder includes a viscosity modifier and a surface tension modifier. The binder is capable of stimulating a reaction between the basic component and the acidic component. A portion of the binder is capable of undergoing a polymerization reaction between at least one acrylate component, the oxidizing agent, and the reducing agent. The polymerization reaction being initiated by the redox reaction between the oxidizing agent and the reducing agent.

Use of a salt of a poly-acid to delay setting in cement slurry

A spray-dryable cement composition comprises unreacted cement particles and a salt of a poly-acid. The composition can be used in a method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object, in which a slurry comprising unreacted cement particles and a poly acid in a liquid carrier is spray-dried so as to substantially remove the carrier and form dry cement particles, the cement particles are deposited in a defined region and a liquid binder is applied to a predetermined area within the defined region such that upon contact of the liquid binder with the cement particles a hydrated cement forms in the predetermined area, and the steps of depositing the cement and applying the binder are repeated so as to form a three dimensional object.

FOOT SUPPORT SYSTEMS INCLUDING FLUID MOVEMENT CONTROLLERS AND ADJUSTABLE FOOT SUPPORT PRESSURE

Foot support systems include a fluid flow control system that facilitates movement of fluid into, out of, and/or within a sole structure and/or article of footwear, e.g., to change and/or control pressure in fluid filled bladder(s). Aspects of this technology may relate to one or more of: (a) footwear structures in which such systems are incorporated; (b) valve stem based fluid flow transfer systems; (c) solenoid based fluid flow transfer systems; (d) user input button features; (e) air filter features; (f) fluid tube to fluid distributor connection features; (g) fluid distributor to footwear connection features; (h) valve position sensor features; (i) valve transmission features; (j) pressure control algorithm features; (k) electronic communication features; (l) system sealing features; and/or (m) pressure sensor mounting features.

Intercalated compound

Embodiments of a metal oxide intercalated ink-jettable compound are disclosed.

Thermal ejection of solution having solute onto device medium

A solution is provided that includes a non-aqueous organic solvent within which a solute has been dissolved. A thermal-fluid ejection mechanism is provided that has fluid-ejection nozzles and that is capable of thermally ejecting the solution. A device medium is provided that has a three-dimensional surface on which the solution is to be ejected. The fluid-ejection nozzles of the thermal fluid-ejection mechanism are controlled to eject the solution onto the three-dimensional surface of the device medium in accordance with a desired pattern.

Thermal ejection of solution having solute onto device medium

A solution is provided that includes a non-aqueous organic solvent within which a solute has been dissolved. A thermal-fluid ejection mechanism is provided that has fluid-ejection nozzles and that is capable of thermally ejecting the solution. A device medium is provided that has a three-dimensional surface on which the solution is to be ejected. The fluid-ejection nozzles of the thermal fluid-ejection mechanism are controlled to eject the solution onto the three-dimensional surface of the device medium in accordance with a desired pattern.

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Foot support systems including fluid movement controllers and adjustable foot support pressure

Foot support systems include a fluid flow control system that facilitates movement of fluid into, out of, and/or within a sole structure and/or article of footwear, e.g., to change and/or control pressure in fluid filled bladder(s). Aspects of this technology may relate to one or more of: (a) footwear structures in which such systems are incorporated; (b) valve stem based fluid flow transfer systems; (c) solenoid based fluid flow transfer systems; (d) user input button features; (e) air filter features; (f) fluid tube to fluid distributor connection features; (g) fluid distributor to footwear connection features; (h) valve position sensor features; (i) valve transmission features; (j) pressure control algorithm features; (k) electronic communication features; (l) system sealing features; and/or (m) pressure sensor mounting features.

Printing device having a printing fluid detector

A printing device is provided, wherein the printing device is configured to print a printing fluid onto a printing medium. The printing device includes a printing fluid reservoir configured to hold a volume of the printing fluid, a print head assembly configured to transfer the printing fluid to the printing medium, wherein the print head assembly is fluidically connected to the printing fluid reservoir, and a printing fluid detector configured to detect a characteristic of the printing fluid. The printing fluid detector includes a first electrode and a second electrode configured to be in contact with the printing fluid, wherein at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode includes an electrically conductive coating disposed over an electrically conductive substrate.

CORE-SHELL SOLID FREEFORM FABRICATION

A method for creating a three-dimensional solid freeform fabrication object includes spreading a reactive powder on a substrate, selectively dispensing a core binder in the reactive powder to form a core material, and selectively dispensing a shell binder in the reactive powder to form a shell on the core material.

Solid free-form fabrication of three-dimensional objects

The present invention is drawn toward compositions, methods, and systems for solid free-form fabrication of three-dimensional objects. In one embodiment, a system for solid free-form fabrication of three-dimensional objects can comprise a particulate composition, a substrate configured for supporting at least a layer of the particulate composition in a defined region, and a liquid phase binder configured for being jetted in the defined region to polymerize at least a portion of the particulate composition to form a polymeric cement. Using this system in a layer by layer deposition process, three-dimensional objects can be formed. The particulate composition can include from 70 wt % to 99.9 wt % of polymeric particulates, and from 0.1 wt % to 10 wt % of a polymerization initiator. The liquid phase binder can include from 70 wt % to 90 wt % of polymerizable monomers and from 0.1 wt % to 10 wt % of a polymerization accelerator.

Printer consumable having data storage for static and dynamic calibration data, and methods

Embodiments of the present invention include methods and apparatus for compensating for variations between different ink or toner characteristics, and for variations between sensors, by characterizing the ink or toner and storing one or more static threshold level on printer consumable memory devices during manufacture of the printer consumables. When installed in a printer, a dynamic threshold may be determined based on the static threshold level; the dynamic threshold accounting for variations between sensors and printers. The dynamic threshold may further be stored on the printer consumable memory device.

INK COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR FORMING THE SAME

An ink composition includes an at least partially intercalated metal oxide colorant and an ink vehicle.

Tube mounted inkjet printhead die

Inkjet print head dies are directly seated upon an exterior of a tubular member so as to face different directions.

Pharmaceutical compositions including nano-sized active agent

The present invention is directed to a particulate pharmaceutical composition. The particulate pharmaceutical composition can comprise a water-soluble or partially water-soluble polymer matrix; and a plurality of nano-sized particles of active agent which are sparingly water-soluble to water-insoluble dispersed in the water-soluble or partially water-soluble polymer matrix. The particulate pharmaceutical composition can be micronized or in the form of a film that can be rolled up. If micronized, the individual micron-sized particles can have a plurality of nano-sized particles present in the micron-sized particles.

FLUID DISPENSER

Various embodiments and methods relating to dispensing fluid are disclosed.

SOLE STRUCTURES INCLUDING POLYOLEFIN PLATES AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper. 1. A resin composition comprising: a polyolefin copolymer , an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier , and a clarifying agent.2. The resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the effective amount of the polymeric resin modifier is an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test pursuant to the Cold Ross Flex Test using the Plaque Sampling Procedure.3. The resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the effective amount of the polymeric resin modifier is an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test pursuant to the Cold Ross Flex Test using the Plaque Sampling Procedure without a significant change in an abrasion loss as compared to an abrasion loss of a second resin composition identical to the resin composition except without the polymeric resin modifier when measured pursuant to ASTM D 5963-97a using the Material Sampling Procedure.4. The resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the effective amount of the polymeric resin modifier is about 10% by weight or less based upon a total weight of the ...

Fluid detection system

A fluid supply is provided, which includes a body defining a storage space configured to contain a fluid, a first electrode and a second electrode contained within the storage space and configured to be in direct contact with the fluid, wherein the first electrode and second electrode are configured to be connected to external power supply circuitry for applying an alternating signal across the first and second electrodes, and a first electrical contact in electrical communication with the first electrode and a second electrical contact in electrical communication with the second electrode. The first electrical contact and second electrical contact are to be connected to the external power supply circuitry and to detector circuitry for determining a measured impedance value of the fluid.

Systems and methods for using norbornene based curable materials

Solid freeform fabrication (SFF) systems for producing a three-dimensional object and methods of producing three-dimensional objects are disclosed. One exemplary SFF system, among others, includes a dispensing system and a curing system. The dispensing system includes a norbornene based curable material and is adapted to dispense the norbornene based curable material. The curing system is operative to cure the norbornene based curable material.

Fluid detection system

A fluid supply is provided, which includes a body defining a storage space configured to contain a fluid, a first electrode and a second electrode contained within the storage space and configured to be in direct contact with the fluid, wherein the first electrode and second electrode are configured to be connected to external power supply circuitry for applying an alternating signal across the first and second electrodes, and a first electrical contact in electrical communication with the first electrode and a second electrical contact in electrical communication with the second electrode. The first electrical contact and second electrical contact are to be connected to the external power supply circuitry and to detector circuitry for determining a measured impedance value of the fluid.

Solid free-form fabrication of three-dimensional objects

The present invention is drawn toward compositions, methods, and systems for solid free-form fabrication of three-dimensional objects. In one embodiment, a system for solid free-form fabrication of three-dimensional objects can comprise a particulate composition, a substrate configured for supporting at least a layer of the particulate composition in a defined region, and a liquid phase binder configured for being jetted in the defined region to polymerize at least a portion of the particulate composition to form a polymeric cement. Using this system in a layer by layer deposition process, three-dimensional objects can be formed. The particulate composition can include from 70 wt % to 99.9 wt % of polymeric particulates, and from 0.1 wt % to 10 wt % of a polymerization initiator. The liquid phase binder can include from 70 wt % to 90 wt % of polymerizable monomers and from 0.1 wt % to 10 wt % of a polymerization accelerator.

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

Sole structures including a plate including a first polyolefin resin, and an edge portion comprising a second resin are disclosed herein. The edge portion is more flexible or less rigid than the plate. Articles of footwear formed from the sole structures are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, edge portions, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the first polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier.

Solid freeform compositions, methods of application thereof, and systems for use thereof

Compositions, methods of using the compositions, and solid freeform fabrication (SFF) systems for producing three-dimensional objects are disclosed. One exemplary composition, among others, includes a basic component, an acidic component, at least one monoacrylate component, a light sensitive initiator, and a polar binder. A polymerization reaction between the at least one monoacrylate component and the light sensitive initiator occurs upon exposure to optical energy. The polar binder includes a viscosity modifier and a surface tension modifier. The polar binder is capable of stimulating a crosslinking reaction between the basic component and the acidic component.

Printing device having a printing fluid detection system

A printing device is provided, which is configured to print a printing fluid onto a printing medium. The printing device includes a printing fluid reservoir configured to hold a volume of the printing fluid, a print head assembly configured to transfer the printing fluid to the printing medium, a conduit fluidically connecting the printing fluid reservoir to the print head assembly, and a printing fluid detector associated with the conduit. The printing fluid detector includes a first electrode and a second electrode coupled with the conduit and configured to be in contact with printing fluid in the conduit, a power supply configured to apply an alternating supply signal to the first electrode, and detector circuitry configured to detect a measured impedance value related to the presence of printing fluid within the conduit by comparing the alternating supply signal with a detected signal that has been modified from the applied signal by an impedance characteristic of the printing fluid.

Inorganic phosphate cement compositions for solid freeform fabrication

The present invention is drawn toward materials, methods and systems for solid free-form fabrication of three dimensional objects. In one embodiment, a method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object can comprise steps of a) depositing a particulate composition including inorganic phosphate particulates in a defined region; b) ink-jetting an aqueous liquid onto a predetermined area of the particulate composition to form hydrated cement in the predetermined area; c) hardening the hydrated cement; and repeating steps a) through c) such that multiple layers of the cement are formed that are bound to one another, thereby forming the three dimensional object. In another embodiment, a system for solid free-form fabrication of three-dimensional objects can comprise a particulate composition including inorganic phosphate particulates; a substrate configured for supporting at least a layer of the particulate composition in a defined region; and an ink-jettable aqueous liquid configured for being jetted in the defined region to hydrate at least a portion of the particulate composition to form a cement.

Method for making spray-dried cement particles

A cement composition comprises free-flowing spray-dried unreacted cement particles and a liquid binder. The spray-dried particles may include a poly acid. A method for making a cement composition using spray dried cement particles comprises a) providing cement particles, b) milling or sieving said cement particles so as to produce cement particles having a desired average size, c) adding a liquid carrier to said particles before or after milling so as to form a slurry, d) adding a poly acid to said particles while maintaining the pH of the slurry above about 6, and e) spray-drying the slurry. The resulting particles can be used in conjunction with a liquid binder to form a monolith having a desired shape.

Prosthesis having a coating and systems and methods of making the same

Implantable medical devices such as stents, methods of making medical devices, and systems for making medical devices are disclosed herein. In one exemplary embodiment, medical device includes a stent that is coated at least on a portion of one surface by an ink-jet device.

System and a method for removing support material from a solid freeform fabricated article

A system for separating materials of differing melting points includes an ultrasonic bath with a solution configured to remove a meltable material by cavitation, and an emulsifier disposed in the solution, wherein the emulsifier is configured to solubilize the meltable material thereby extending a useable life of the solution.

Facility and method for removing gas bubbles from an ink jet printer

A printer has a print engine with an ink supply chamber connected to the print engine. The supply chamber has an exit aperture to which a suction device is connected. A gas permeable film associated with the aperture separates the chamber from the suction device. The suction device may be a resilient spring member that occasionally is composed during winter carriage reciprocation to maintain suction, or may be a vacuum pump. A porous may support the film.

Printing device having a printing fluid detector

A printing device is provided, wherein the printing device includes a printing fluid reservoir configured to hold a volume of a printing fluid, a print head assembly configured to transfer the printing fluid to a printing medium, a conduit fluidically connecting the printing fluid reservoir and the print head assembly, and a printing fluid detector. The printing fluid detector includes first and second electrodes configured to be in contact with the printing fluid, and is configured to distinguish printing fluid from printing fluid froth by taking an impedance measurement across the first and second electrodes and comparing the impedance measurement to a froth threshold impedance value that is calibrated to a measured printing fluid temperature.

Hybrid organic-inorganic composition for solid freeform fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including reactive glass ionomer particulates, cross-linkable polyacid particulates including polyvinyl pyrrolidone-co-polyacrylic acid, and nanocomposites, ink-jetting an aqueous phase binder onto a predetermined area of the particulate blend to form hydrated cement in the predetermined area, and hardening the hydrated cement.

Closed-loop system and a method for separating materials of differing melting points

A closed loop system for separating materials of differing melting points includes an ultrasonic bath including a solution configured to supply thermal energy and cavitation to the materials of differing melting points, a solution reservoir configured to adjust levels of the solution in the ultrasonic bath, and a filter configured to remove particles of one of the materials of differing melting points from the solution.

Resin-modified inorganic phosphate cement for solid freeform fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including radical source particulates, polyacid particulates, multivalent cation particulates, and a calcium phosphate source particulates, ink-jetting a liquid phase binder onto a predetermined area of the particulate blend to form hydrated cement in the predetermined area, wherein the liquid phase binder is acidic and includes reactive monomers, and hardening the hydrated cement.

SOLE STRUCTURES INCLUDING POLYOLEFIN PLATES AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Thermoplastic polymer film sealing of nozzles on fluid ejection devices and method

A fluid ejection cartridge includes an ejector head having at least one nozzle and a fluid reservoir containing an ejectable fluid, fluidically coupled with the at least one nozzle. The fluid ejection cartridge has a tape that includes a thermoplastic polymer film in contact with and releasably bonded to the nozzles.

Organic nanoparticles and associated methods

Methods of preparing organic nanoparticles are provided. Such methods can include generating a mixture of an organic material, a first liquid, and a second liquid, wherein the organic material is more soluble in the second liquid than in the first liquid. The methods can also include adding a third liquid to the mixture which causes the mixture to form an emulsion. Such an emulsion can have a continuous phase including the first liquid and a discontinuous phase including the organic material and the second liquid. The organic material can be precipitated to form organic nanoparticles and the second liquid can diffuse into the continuous phase.

Active agent-releasing dosage forms

The present invention provides pharmaceutical compositions. In one aspect, a pharmaceutical composition is provided having a plurality of polymeric film layers heat sealed together as a multilayer structure and having an active agent dispersed within the multilayer structure. The multilayer structure is configured to release the active agent upon administration to a subject, either in a controlled release or immediate release manner.

SOLE STRUCTURES INCLUDING POLYOLEFIN PLATES AND ARTICLES OF FOOTWEAR FORMED THEREFROM

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Core-shell solid freeform fabrication

A method for creating a three-dimensional solid freeform fabrication object includes spreading a reactive powder on a substrate, selectively dispensing a core binder in the reactive powder to form a core material, and selectively dispensing a shell binder in the reactive powder to form a shell on the core material.

Fluid sensing apparatus for an ink supply system

An apparatus for use with an ink supply system of a printer includes a housing having an inlet, an outlet and a longitudinal fluid conduit extending therebetween. A fluid sensing device extends from a first side of the fluid conduit to an opposite side of the fluid conduit. A monitoring device is electrically coupled to the fluid sensing device for detecting changes in the fluid sensing device.

Closed-loop system and a method for separating materials of differing melting points

A closed loop system for separating materials of differing melting points includes an ultrasonic bath including a solution configured to supply thermal energy and cavitation to the materials of differing melting points, a solution reservoir configured to adjust levels of the solution in the ultrasonic bath, and a filter configured to remove particles of one of the materials of differing melting points from the solution.

Solid freeform compositions, methods of application thereof, and systems for use thereof

Compositions, methods of using the compositions, and solid freeform fabrication (SFF) systems for producing three-dimensional objects are disclosed. One exemplary composition, among others, includes a basic component, an acidic component, at least one monoacrylate component, a light sensitive initiator, and a polar binder. A polymerization reaction between the at least one monoacrylate component and the light sensitive initiator occurs upon exposure to optical energy. The polar binder includes a viscosity modifier and a surface tension modifier. The polar binder is capable of stimulating a crosslinking reaction between the basic component and the acidic component.

Sole Structures Including Polyolefin Plates and Articles of Footwear Formed Therefrom

Sole structures including a plate including a first polyolefin resin, and an edge portion comprising a second resin are disclosed herein. The edge portion is more flexible or less rigid than the plate. Articles of footwear formed from the sole structures are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, edge portions, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the first polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. 1. A sole structure for an article of footwear , the sole structure comprising:a plate comprising a first polyolefin resin, the plate having a first side and a second side and a perimeter, wherein the first side is configured to be ground-facing when the plate is a component of an article of footwear; andan edge portion comprising a second resin that is different from the first polyolefin resin, the edge portion disposed on at least a portion of the perimeter.2. The sole structure of claim 1 , wherein the edge portion has a flexural modulus that is at least 10 percent lower than a flexural modulus of the plate.3. The sole structure of claim 1 , wherein the first polyolefin resin comprises a polyolefin copolymer and an effective amount of a resin modifier.4. The sole structure of claim 3 , wherein the polyolefin copolymer comprises a plurality of repeat units claim 3 , with each of the plurality of repeat units individually derived from an alkene monomer having about 1 to about 6 carbon atoms.5. The sole structure of claim 3 , wherein the polyolefin copolymer comprises a plurality of repeat units claim 3 , with each of the plurality of repeat units individually derived from a monomer selected from the group consisting of ethylene claim 3 , propylene claim 3 , 4-methyl-1-pentene claim 3 , 1-butene claim 3 , and a combination thereof.6. The sole structure of claim 3 , wherein the second resin comprises a polymeric component that is substantially ...

Solid free-form fabrication of solid three-dimesional objects

The present invention is drawn toward systems and methods for free-form fabrication of solid three-dimensional objects. In one embodiment, a solid free-form fabrication system for producing a three-dimensional object can comprise a dispensing system adapted to dispense a build material having nanofiller particulates dispersed therein; and a curing system adapted to harden the build material after being dispensed. In another embodiment, a method for producing a three-dimensional object can comprise steps of a) forming a jettable build composition including build material having nanofiller particulates dispersed therein; b) jetting a portion of the build composition to form a build layer; c) curing the build layer; and d) repeating steps b) and c), wherein multiple build layers are contacted and accrued to form a three-dimensional object.

Printing device having a printing fluid detector

A printing device is provided, wherein the printing device is configured to print a printing fluid onto a printing medium. The printing device includes a printing fluid reservoir configured to hold a volume of the printing fluid, a print head assembly configured to transfer the printing fluid to the printing medium, wherein the print head assembly is fluidically connected to the printing fluid reservoir, and a printing fluid detector configured to detect a characteristic of the printing fluid. The printing fluid detector includes a first electrode and a second electrode configured to be in contact with the printing fluid, wherein at least one of the first electrode and the second electrode includes an electrically conductive coating disposed over an electrically conductive substrate.

POLYOLEFIN-BASED SYNTHETIC LEATHER AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper. 1. A synthetic leather material comprising:a synthetic leather polymeric coating layer affixed to a synthetic leather textile layer;wherein the synthetic leather polymeric coating layer comprises a synthetic leather polymeric coating composition;wherein the synthetic leather textile layer comprises a fiber or a yarn, wherein the fiber or yarn comprise a fiber/yarn polymeric composition; andwherein the synthetic leather polymeric coating composition comprises a polyolefin resin composition, or the fiber/yarn polymeric composition comprises the polyolefin resin composition, or both the synthetic leather polymeric coating composition and the fiber/yarn polymeric composition comprises the polyolefin resin composition.2. The synthetic leather material of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin resin composition comprises at least one polyolefin claim 1 , wherein the at least one polyolefin includes a polyolefin chosen from a polyethylene homopolymer claim 1 , a polyethylene copolymer claim 1 , a polypropylene homopolymer claim 1 , a polypropylene copolymer claim 1 , or a combination ...

Thermoplastic polymer film sealing of nozzles on fluid ejection devices and method

A fluid ejection cartridge includes an ejector head having at least one nozzle and a fluid reservoir containing an ejectable fluid, fluidically coupled with the at least one nozzle. The fluid ejection cartridge has a tape that includes a thermoplastic polymer film in contact with and releasably bonded to the nozzles.

Hybrid organic-inorganic composition for solid freeform fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including reactive glass ionomer particulates, cross-linkable polyacid particulates including polyvinyl pyrrolidone-co-polyacrylic acid, and nanocomposites, ink-jetting an aqueous phase binder onto a predetermined area of the particulate blend to form hydrated cement in the predetermined area, and hardening the hydrated cement.

Intercalated compound

Embodiments of a metal oxide intercalated ink-jettable compound are disclosed.

Liquid handling device

A liquid handling device that determines a position of a tray utilizing light reflected from structural features of the tray.

Chemicals compositions

Chemical compositions are disclosed. One exemplary composition, among others, includes: a basic component, an acidic component, at least one acrylate component, oxidizing agent, reducing agent, and a binder. The binder includes a viscosity modifier and a surface tension modifier. The binder is capable of stimulating a reaction between the basic component and the acidic component. A portion of the binder is capable of undergoing a polymerization reaction between at least one acrylate component, the oxidizing agent, and the reducing agent. The polymerization reaction being initiated by the redox reaction between the oxidizing agent and the reducing agent.

Systems and methods of solid freeform fabrication with improved powder supply bins

Solid freeform fabrication systems, powder supply bins for solid freeform fabrication systems, and methods of solid freeform fabrication are disclosed. One exemplary solid freeform fabrication system includes a removable powder supply bin, a build bin, a roller, and a print head disposed above the build bin that deposits a binder onto the powder in the build bin in a preselected pattern.

LIQUID HANDLING DEVICE

A liquid handling device that determines a position of a tray utilizing light reflected from structural features of the tray.

Resin-modified inorganic phosphate cement for solid freeform fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object includes depositing a particulate blend in a defined region, the particulate blend including radical source particulates, polyacid particulates, multivalent cation particulates, and a calcium phosphate source particulates, ink-jetting a liquid phase binder onto a predetermined area of the particulate blend to form hydrated cement in the predetermined area, wherein the liquid phase binder is acidic and includes reactive monomers, and hardening the hydrated cement.

Nanoparticle formation of pharmaceutical ingredients

A pharmaceutical ingredient is dissolved within a solvent. The solvent is evaporated until nanoparticles of the pharmaceutical ingredient are at least partially formed without employing a substrate for them. A portion of the solvent remains, within which the nanoparticles are located.

METHOD TO IMPROVE FORWARD OSMOSIS MEMBRANE PERFORMANCE

Described herein are thin film composite (TFC) membranes, for use in forward osmosis (FO) and pressure reduced osmosis (PRO) processes. The membrane is comprised of two layers: a composite layer combining a backing layer and a porous, polymer-based support into a single layer, and a rejection layer disposed on top of the composite layer. The membrane of the invention exhibits high water flux values for FO processes, is durable, may be readily manufactured using typical membrane manufacturing processes, such as spiral winding and plate and frame processes, and has sufficient mechanical stability to handle the final membrane product. 1. A thin film composite osmosis membrane having two layers , said layers comprising:(a) a composite layer comprising a backing layer embedded in a porous polymer-based support; and(b) a rejection layer disposed on the composite layer.2. The membrane of claim 1 , wherein the backing layer is a non-woven or a woven fabric.3. The membrane of claim 2 , wherein the backing layer is a woven fabric.4. The membrane of claim 1 , wherein the porous polymer-based support is formed from a hydrophilic polymer.5. The membrane of claim 4 , wherein the porous polymer-based support is formed from a polymer selected from the group consisting of polysulfone claim 4 , polyethersulfone claim 4 , sulfonated polysulfone and sulfonated polyethersulfone and mixtures thereof.6. The membrane of claim 4 , wherein the composite layer has incorporate therein or coated thereon a hydrophilic polymer is selected from the group consisting of polyvinylpyrrolidone claim 4 , polyvinylpyrrolidone co-polymers claim 4 , polydopamine claim 4 , and mixtures thereof.7. The membrane of claim 2 , wherein the rejection layer is a hydrophilic polymer.8. The membrane of claim 7 , wherein the rejection layer is a hydrophilic polymer selected from the group consisting of claim 7 , polyvinyl alcohol claim 7 , polyacrylonitrile claim 7 , sulfonated polysulfone claim 7 , sulfonated ...

FORWARD OSMOSIS MEMBRANE BASED ON AN IPC SPACER FABRIC

A forward osmosis (FO) membrane structure comprising a support based on an integrated permeate channel (IPC) fabric and a forward osmosis membrane embedded in the support is disclosed. 1. A forward osmosis membrane structure comprisinga support comprising IPC fabric that is comprised ofan upper fabric layer having an inner surface and an outer surface;a lower fabric layer having an inner surface and an outer surface; andmonofilament threads disposed between said upper fabric layer and said lower fabric layer and linking the upper fabric layer to the lower fabric layer;wherein the outer surfaces of the upper and lower fabric layers are provided with a forward osmosis polymer layer.2. The forward osmosis structure of claim 1 , wherein the IPC fabric is a knitted fabric.3. The forward osmosis structure of claim 1 , wherein the IPC fabric is comprised of a material selected from the group consisting of: polyester claim 1 , nylon claim 1 , polyamide claim 1 , polyphenylene sulphide claim 1 , polyethylene and polypropylene.4. The forward osmosis structure of claim 1 , wherein the threads define macrovoids.5. The forward osmosis structure of claim 1 , wherein the IPC fabric is comprised of microfilament threads having a diameter in the range of about 50 to about 500 microns.6. The forward osmosis structure of claim 5 , wherein the IPC fabric is comprised of microfilament threads having a diameter in the range of about 60 to about 150 microns.7. A method for producing a forward osmosis membrane structure claim 5 , comprising the steps of: an upper fabric layer having an inner surface and an outer surface;', 'a lower fabric layer having an inner surface and an outer surface; and', 'monofilament threads disposed between said upper fabric layer and said lower fabric layer and linking the upper fabric layer to the lower fabric layer;, '(a) providing a support comprising an IPC fabric that is comprised of'}(b) embedding a forward osmosis membrane on the outer surfaces of the ...

FORWARD OSMOSIS WITH AN ORGANIC OSMOLYTE FOR COOLING TOWERS

A system is described in which a cooling tower is operated with a solution of a non-volatile organic molecule osmolyte and water. Makeup water for the tower is provided by forward osmosis using the fluid as the draw solution for the extraction of water from feeds which require dewatering or from low value available water. 1. A method for cooling hot process fluid , comprising:(a) conveying through a first side of a heat exchanger the hot process fluid, and conveying through a second side of the heat exchanger an organic osmolyte solution which absorbs heat from the hot fluid;(b) conveying the organic osmolyte solution to a cooling tower;(c) diluting the organic osmolyte solution with water produced by a forward osmosis element, to produce diluted osmolyte solution; and(d) conveying diluted osmolyte solution through the second side of the heat exchanger.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the water produced in step (c) by the forward osmosis element is extracted from a membrane bioreactor; sea water; landfill leachate; oil drilling mud; gas drilling mud; produced water; flowback water; refinery wastewater; pulp manufacturing wastewater; paper manufacturing wastewater; pharmaceutical processing wastewater; water obtained from concentrating food substances; and water obtained from concentrating pharmaceuticals.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the organic osmolyte is liquid in its pure state at ambient temperatures.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the osmolyte is one or more selected from the group consisting of the following: trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) claim 1 , dimethylsulfoniopropionate claim 1 , trimethylglycine claim 1 , sarcosine claim 1 , glycerophosphorylcholine claim 1 , myo-inositol claim 1 , taurine claim 1 , betaines claim 1 , amino acids claim 1 , polyols claim 1 , monosaccharides claim 1 , disaccharides claim 1 , polysaccharides claim 1 , methylamines claim 1 , methylsulfonium compounds claim 1 , urea and glyceryl triacetate claim 1 , polyvinyl ...

USE OF NOVEL DRAW SOLUTES AND COMBINATIONS THEREOF TO IMPROVE PERFORMANCE OF A FORWARD OSMOSIS SYSTEM AND PROCESS

This disclosure describes draw solution compositions for FO processes which increase the available membrane area for permeation and are also amenable to reconcentration with standard techniques, such as membrane filtration and evaporative technologies. The composition are comprised of a water soluble draw solute having surface active properties, i.e., a surfactant. 1. A draw solution composition for forward osmosis processes consisting essentially of a water-soluble surfactant.2. The draw solution composition of claim 1 , further comprising one or more of the following: water claim 1 , an additional water-soluble surfactant claim 1 , and a non-surfactant osmolyte.3. The draw solution composition of claim 1 , further comprising a biostat or a biocide.4. The draw solution composition of claim 2 , further comprising a biostat or a biocide.5. The draw solution composition of claim 1 , wherein the surfactant has a molecular weight less than or equal to about 500 g/mol.6. The draw solution composition of wherein the surfactant has a molecular weight less than or equal to about 250 g/mol.7. The draw solution composition of claim 1 , wherein the surfactant has a molecular weight of about 125 g/mol.8. The draw solution composition of claim 2 , wherein the surfactant has a molecular weight less than or equal to about 500 g/mol.9. The draw solution composition of wherein the surfactant has a molecular weight less than or equal to about 250 g/mol.10. The draw solution composition of claim 2 , wherein the surfactant has a molecular weight of about 125 g/mol.11. The draw solution composition of claim 1 , wherein the surfactant is selected from the group consisting of:anionic surfactants selected from carboxylates, sulphonates, petroleum sulphonates, alkylbenzene sulphonates, naphthalene sulphonates, olefin sulphonates, alkyl sulphates, sulphates, sulphated natural oils and fats, sulphated esters, sulphated alkanolamides, alkylphenols, trisodium citrate dihydrate, sodium acetate, ...

Organic-inorganic hybrid composition for "process

Printing device having a printing fluid detector

A printing device (10) is provided, wherein the printing device (10) includes a printing fluid reservoir (26) configured to hold a volume of a printing fluid, a print head assembly (12) configured to transfer the printing fluid to a printing medium, a conduit (28) fluidically connecting the printing fluid reservoir (26) and the print head assembly (12), and a printing fluid detector (30). The printing fluid detector (30) includes first (32) and second (34) electrodes configured to be in contact with the printing fluid, and is configured to distinguish printing fluid from printing fluid froth by taking an impedance measurement across the first (32) and second (34) electrodes and comparing the impedance measurement to a froth threshold impedance value that is calibrated to a measured printing fluid temperature.

Thermoplastic polymer film sealing of nozzles on fluid ejection devices and method

A fluid ejection cartridge (220) includes an ejector head (222) having at least one nozzle (224) and a fluid reservoir (228) containing an ejectable fluid, fluidically coupled with the at least one nozzle. The fluid ejection cartridge has a tape (200) that includes a thermoplastic polymer (202) film in contact with and releasably bonded with the nozzles.

Printer consumable having data storage for static and dynamic calibration data, and methods

Embodiments of the present invention include methods and apparatus for compensating for variations between different ink or toner characteristics, and for variations between sensors, by characterizing the ink or toner and storing one or more static threshold level (710, 720) on printer consumable memory devices (116) during manufacture of the printer consumables (110). When installed in a printer (326), a dynamic threshold (710, 720) may be determined based on the static threshold level (610); the dynamic threshold accounting for variations between sensors and printers. The dynamic threshold (710,720) may further be stored on the printer consumable memory device (116).

Thermoplastic polymer film sealing of nozzles on fluid ejection devices and method

A fluid ejection cartridge (220) includes an ejector head (222) having at least one nozzle (224) and a fluid reservoir (228) containing an ejectable fluid, fluidically coupled with the at least one nozzle. The fluid ejection cartridge has a tape (200) that includes a thermoplastic polymer (202) film in contact with and releasably bonded with the nozzles.

Chemical compositions

Chemical compositions are disclosed. One exemplary composition, among others, includes: a basic component, an acidic component, at least one acrylate component, oxidizing agent, reducing agent, and a binder. The binder includes a viscosity modifier and a surface tension modifier. The binder is capable of stimulating a reaction between the basic component and the acidic component. A portion of the binder is capable of undergoing a polymerization reaction between at least one acrylate component, the oxidizing agent, and the reducing agent. The polymerization reaction being initiated by the redox reaction between the oxidizing agent and the reducing agent.

Composite textiles and articles of footwear formed therefrom

The present disclosure provides for composite textiles that can include a coating layer that is compatible with textiles such as those comprising polyolefins. The coating layer, as well as the precursor coating layer composition, the coating mixture, or resin composition used to form the coating layer, include a mixture of a polyolefin resin and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV). It is believed that the use of the coating layer in the disclosed composite textiles can promote better bonding between other components or materials used in articles, such as articles of footwear or articles of clothing, while resisting or preventing creasing and bagging. This allows the use of cost-effective materials such as polyolefins in the composite textiles that have adequate physical and mechanical properties, while also having sufficient chemical bonding properties.

System and method for fabricating a three-dimensional metal object using solid free-form fabrication

A method for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional metal object includes depositing a particulate blend (240) in a defined region (260), the particulate blend (240) including a number of metal or metal alloy particulates and a peroxide, and selectively ink-jetting a binder system (220) onto a predetermined area of the particulate blend (240) to form a green part, wherein the liquid phase binder (220) includes a water soluble monofunctional acrylate-based monomer, a water soluble difunctional acrylate-based monomer, an amine, and water.

System and method for fabricating three-dimensional objects using solid free-form fabrication

A method and a system for solid free-form fabrication of a three-dimensional object includes depositing a particulate blend (240) in a defined region, the particulate blend (240) including a calcium phosphate source, a reaction retardant, and a layered double hydroxide, and selectively ink-jetting a solubilizing binder (220,410) onto a predetermined volume of the particulate blend (240) to form a preceramic object in the predetermined volume, wherein the solubilizing binder (220,410) includes wetting agents, humectants, pH modifiers, and surfactants.

Process for the manufacture of a "Solid Free Form" article

A resin composition

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

Sole structures including a plate including a first polyolefin resin, and an edge portion comprising a second resin are disclosed herein. The edge portion is more flexible or less rigid than the plate. Articles of footwear formed from the sole structures are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, edge portions, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the first polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier.

Intercalated compound

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Bonding to polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom

Methods of bonding components are provided that provide for improved bonding when one or both of the components include a polyolefin resin. Articles of footwear (110, 210, 310, 410, 610, 710), athletic apparel, sporting equipment, and portions thereof are also provided including the components, at least one of which includes a polyolefin resin, and the component (810, 820) are adhesively bonded together by methods and/or compositions described herein. Methods can include (i) treating a surface (811, 821) of the first component (810, 820) with high-energy discharge to produce a treated surface (811, 821); (ii) applying chlorinated polyolefin primer (830, 850) to the treated surface (811, 821) to produce a primed surface (811, 821); (iii) applying waterborne polyurethane adhesive (840) to the primed surface (811, 821) to produce an adhesive surface (811, 821); and (iv) contacting a surface (811, 821) of the second component (810, 820) to the adhesive surface (811, 821) to adhesively bond the components. In some aspects (1172, 1173, 174, 179), the first component (810, 820) is a plate (116, 216, 316, 416, 500, 616) including a textile (314, 614) disposed on a surface (811, 821) of the plate (116, 216, 316, 416, 500, 616).

Drop-on-demand manufacturing of diagnostic test strips

A drop-on-demand system (300) for manufacturing diagnostic test strips includes a drop-on-demand mechanism (302), and a drop volume feedback subsystem (304) and/or a vision subsystem (306). The drop-on-demand mechanism dispenses one or more reagents on the diagnostic test strips in one or more desired volumes and at one or more desired locations. The drop volume feedback subsystem control volumes of the reagents dispensed by the drop-on-demand mechanism so that the drop-on-demand mechanism dispenses the reagents on the diagnostic test strips in the desired volumes. The vision subsystem aligns the drop-on-demand mechanism in relation to the diagnostic test strips so that the drop-on-demand mechanism dispenses the reagents on the diagnostic test strips at the desired locations.

Printer consumable having data storage for static and dynamic calibration data, and methods

Embodiments of the present invention include methods and apparatus for compensating for variations between different ink or toner characteristics, and for variations between sensors, by characterizing the ink or toner and storing one or more static threshold level (710, 720) on printer consumable memory devices (116) during manufacture of the printer consumables (110). When installed in a printer (326), a dynamic threshold (710, 720) may be determined based on the static threshold level (610); the dynamic threshold accounting for variations between sensors and printers. The dynamic threshold (710,720) may further be stored on the printer consumable memory device (116).

Articles of footwear including sole structures and rand

Disclosed herein are articles of footwear including an upper, a plate including a first polyolefin resin, and a rand are disclosed herein. The rand is coupled with the surface of the upper, the surface of the plate, or both. The rand is more flexible or less rigid than the plate. Methods of making articles of footwear are also provided.

Abdichten von düsen an fluidausstossvorrichtungen mit thermoplasitscher polymerfolie und verfahren

Sole structures including polyolefin-based resins, and articles of footwear incorporating said sole structures

Sole structures for footwear (110) are provided, the sole structure having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side which is configured to be ground-facing includes a plurality of traction elements (118), the sole structure including polyolefin-based resin compositions comprising a polyolefin copolymer, a polymeric resin modifier and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV). Articles of footwear (110) including the sole structures are also provided.

Harzzusammensetzung und sohlenstruktur für einen fussbekleidungsartikel

Es werden verschiedene Platten für Fußbekleidung angegeben, die ein Polyolefinharz aufweisen. Es werden auch Sohlenstrukturen und daraus gebildete Fußbekleidungsartikel angegeben. Es werden auch Verfahren zum Herstellen der Polyolefin-Harzzusammensetzungen, der Platten, Sohlenstrukturen und Fußbekleidungsartikel angegeben. In manchen Aspekten weist die Polyolefin-Harzzusammensetzung eine wirksame Menge eines Polymerharzmodifizierungsmittels auf. Die wirksame Menge kann eine Menge sein, die wirksam ist, um der Harzzusammensetzung zu ermöglichen, einen Biegetest ohne nennenswerte Änderung des Abriebverlustes zu bestehen. In manchen Aspekten weist die Harzzusammensetzung auch ein Klärmittel auf, um eine optische Klarheit der Platte zu verbessern. In manchen Aspekten weisen die Platten ein Textil auf, das auf einer oder beiden von einer ersten Sete und der zweiten Seite der Platte angeordnet ist. Das Textil kann für eine verbesserte Bindung der Platte an andere Komponenten, wie ein Chassis und einen Schaft, sorgen.

Composite textiles and articles of footwear formed therefrom

The present disclosure provides for composite textiles (200; 300) that include a coating layer (220; 320) and a textiles layer (210; 310), and methods of manufacturing composite textiles (200; 300). The coating layer (220; 320) includes a mixture of a polyolefin resin and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV). The coating layer (220; 320) has a level of elongation that is at least 80 percent of the level of elongation of the textile layer (210; 310) without the coating layer (220; 320) present.

Composite textiles and articles of footwear formed therefrom

The present disclosure provides for composite textiles (200; 300) that include a coating layer (220; 320) and a textiles layer (210; 310), and methods of manufacturing composite textiles (200; 300). The coating layer (220; 320) includes a mixture of a polyolefin resin and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV). The coating layer (220; 320) has a level of elongation that is at least 80 percent of the level of elongation of the textile layer (210; 310) without the coating layer (220; 320) present.

Composite textiles and articles of footwear formed therefrom

Polyolefin-based resins, sole structures, and articles of footwear and sporting equipment formed therefrom

Resin compositions composed of a polyolefin copolymer, a polymeric resin modifier, and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) are provided herein. A variety of sole structures for footwear, including plates, are provided including the polyolefin-based resin compositions described herein. Articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin-based resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear and sporting equipment are also provided.

Sole structures including composite elements and articles of footwear formed therefrom

Disclosed herein is a composite element comprising a textile and a hydrogel layer comprising a hydrogel material that is operably coupled to the textile, wherein a portion of the hydrogel layer extends through a first side of the textile, and at least partially into a core of the textile, but does not extend onto a second side of the textile. Also disclosed are sole structures and articles of athletic footwear incorporating the composite element, as well as methods of manufacturing such composite elements, sole structures, and articles of footwear.

Articles of footwear including sole structures and rand

Disclosed herein are articles of footwear including an upper, a plate including a first polyolefin resin, and a rand are disclosed herein. The rand is coupled with the surface of the upper, the surface of the plate, or both. The rand is more flexible or less rigid than the plate. Methods of making articles of footwear are also provided.

Chemische zusammensetzungen

Polyolefin-based synthetic leather and articles formed therefrom

A variety of plates for footwear are provided including a polyolefin resin. Sole structures and articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear are also provided. In some aspects, the polyolefin resin composition includes an effective amount of a polymeric resin modifier. The effective amount can be an amount effective to allow the resin composition to pass a flex test, and in particular to pass a flex test without significant change in abrasion loss. In some aspects, the resin composition also includes a clarifying agent to improve optical clarity of the plate. In some aspects, the plates include a textile disposed on one or both of a first side and the second side of the plate. The textile can provide for improved bonding of the plate to other components such as a chassis or an upper.

Liquid handling device

A liquid handling device that determines a position of a tray utilizing light reflected from structural features of the tray.

プリント流体検出器を有するプリント装置

【課題】 プリント流体検出器を有するプリント装置を提供する。 【解決手段】 プリント媒体上にプリント流体をプリントするよう構成されたプリント装置であって、ある量の前記プリント流体を保持するよう構成されたプリント流体槽と、 前記プリント流体を前記プリント媒体に移動するよう構成されたプリントヘッド組立体であって、前記プリント流体槽に液通する、プリントヘッド組立体と、前記プリント流体の特性を検出するよう構成されたプリント流体検出器であって、前記プリント流体に接触するよう構成された第１の電極と第２の電極とを含み、前記第１の電極と前記第２の電極のうちの少なくとも１つは、導電性基板の上に配置された導電性コーティングを含む、プリント流体検出器とを備えるプリント装置。 【選択図】 図１

Polyolefin-based resins, sole structures, and articles of footwear and sporting equipment formed therefrom

Resin compositions composed of a polyolefin copolymer, a polymeric resin modifier, and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) are provided herein. A variety of sole structures for footwear, including plates, are provided including the polyolefin-based resin compositions described herein. Articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin-based resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear and sporting equipment are also provided.

Solid freeform compositions, methods of application thereof, and systems for use thereof

Polyolefin-based resins, sole structures, and articles of footwear formed therefrom

Sole structures including polyolefin-based resins, and articles of footwear incorporating said sole structures

Sole structures for footwear (110) are provided, the sole structure having a first side and a second side, wherein the first side which is configured to be ground-facing includes a plurality of traction elements (118), the sole structure including polyolefin-based resin compositions comprising a polyolefin copolymer, a polymeric resin modifier and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV). Articles of footwear (110) including the sole structures are also provided.

Foot Support Systems Including Fluid Movement Controllers and Adjustable Foot Support Pressure

Foot support systems include a fluid flow control system that facilitates movement of fluid into, out of, and/or within a sole structure and/or article of footwear, e.g., to change and/or control pressure in fluid filled bladder(s). Aspects of this technology may relate to one or more of: (a) footwear structures in which such systems are incorporated; (b) valve stem based fluid flow transfer systems; (c) solenoid based fluid flow transfer systems; (d) user input button features; (e) air filter features; (f) fluid tube to fluid distributor connection features; (g) fluid distributor to footwear connection features; (h) valve position sensor features; (i) valve transmission features; (j) pressure control algorithm features; (k) electronic communication features; (l) system sealing features; and/or (m) pressure sensor mounting features.

Sole structures, and articles of footwear formed therefrom

A variety of sole structures for footwear, including plates with traction elements, are provided. Articles of footwear which include the sole structures are also provided. Methods of making the sole structures, and articles of footwear which include the sole structures, are also provided.

Polyolefin-based resins, sole structures, and articles of footwear and sporting equipment formed therefrom

Resin compositions composed of a polyolefin copolymer, a polymeric resin modifier, and a thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) are provided herein. A variety of sole structures for footwear, including plates, are provided including the polyolefin-based resin compositions described herein. Articles of footwear formed therefrom are also provided. Methods of making the polyolefin-based resin compositions, plates, sole structures, and articles of footwear and sporting equipment are also provided.

Sole structures, and articles of footwear formed therefrom

A variety of sole structures for footwear, including plates with traction elements, are provided. Articles of footwear which include the sole structures are also provided. Methods of making the sole structures, and articles of footwear which include the sole structures, are also provided.

Method to improve forward osmosis membrane performance

Thin film composite (TFC) membranes are used in forward osmosis (FO) and pressure reduced osmosis (PRO) processes. The membrane is comprised of two layers: a composite layer combining a backing layer and a porous, polymer-based support into a single layer, and a rejection layer disposed on top of the composite layer. The membrane of the invention exhibits high water flux values for FO processes, is durable, may be readily manufactured using typical membrane manufacturing processes, such as spiral winding and plate and frame processes, and has sufficient mechanical stability to handle the final membrane product.

Sole structures including polyolefin plates and articles of footwear formed therefrom