The present disclosure relates to compositions, laminates, films and/or composites made from polymers, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), and windows incorporating the same. The films may have one or more optical layers made from materials that allow the transmission of visible light and reflect or absorb ultraviolet (UV) light. A composite having an infrared (IR) cutoff layer, and a polymer layer desirably having UV absorber may be disposed between layers of glass or artificial glass, combined with polycarbonate (PC) or polyethylene terephalate (PET) layers.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
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MULTI-LAYER SURFACE PROTECTION FILMS AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME
Multi-layer surface protection films and methods for making and using such films are provided. The surface protection films have first and second thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) layers and an intermediate ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) layer positioned between the first and second TPU layers. The use of first and second TPU layers as outer layers aids in the optical clarity of the film. The TPU layers may have different thicknesses. The use of EVA as a component of the film layers provides a lower cost film, as compared to conventional monolayer TPU films. The EVA component properties and overall ratio of EVA in the film can be used to modify physical properties of the multi-layer structure, while maintaining equivalent or superior performance to these films when used as a coating for surfaces on a wide range of applications, such as automobiles, wind turbine blades, appliances, electronic displays, mobile devices, and the like.
B32B 37/14 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers
B32B 37/15 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with at least one layer being manufactured and immediately laminated before reaching its stable state, e.g. in which a layer is extruded and laminated while in semi-molten state
B32B 37/12 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by using adhesives
3.
FILTRATION MEDIA WITH THERMALLY SPLITTABLE BICOMPONENT FIBERS
Filter media, methods of manufacturing and filters are disclosed. The filter media comprises thermally splittable fibers to reduce the fiber size of at least some components of the fibers within the filter media. This reduced fiber size increases the overall efficiency of such filters at capturing contaminants, particularly those contaminants having a size range of about 0.1 to about 10 microns, without compromising other important characteristics of the filters. A filter media comprises one or more bicomponent fibers each having first and second components. The first component comprises a thermoplastic elastomer material and a thermoplastic material and has a higher shrinkage ratio/percentage/rate than the second component such that at least a portion of the first component separates from the second component upon the application of heat or thermal energy to the fiber.
D01F 8/06 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from synthetic polymers with at least one polyolefin as constituent
D01F 8/14 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from synthetic polymers with at least one polyester as constituent
4.
HEAT RESISTANT MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME
Composite materials are provided for protection against fire and thermal energy from sources of heat, while minimizing harmful emissions and health risks. A heat resistant composite material comprises a first cloth layer, a second cloth layer adhered to the first cloth layer and an expandable fire resistant material between the first and second cloth layers. The composite material includes an adhesive that bonds the first and second cloth layers together and is configured to melt or otherwise lose its adhesion at a threshold temperature level. This allows the fire resistant material to swell or expand in the area of the cloth layers that is subjected to a source of heat, while maintaining adhesion of the cloth layers in the areas not subject to such heat. Thus, the composite material will swell and absorb heat, while still remaining adhered to the substrate it is designed to protect.
A seal is provided for enclosing an edge of a laminated structure. The seal may comprise a polymeric base layer, a foil layer, and a plurality of photovoltaic cells disposed on the foil layer. The seal may be adhered to an edge of a laminate that has luminescent solar concentrators for harvesting energy from light. The laminate may be a glass laminate, and may be part of a window unit.
H01L 31/054 - Optical elements directly associated or integrated with the PV cell, e.g. light-reflecting means or light-concentrating means
F16J 15/12 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces with solid packing compressed between sealing surfaces with non-metallic packing with metal reinforcement or covering
H01L 31/0468 - PV modules composed of a plurality of thin film solar cells deposited on the same substrate comprising specific means for obtaining partial light transmission through the module, e.g. partially transparent thin film solar modules for windows
Optical interlayers, laminated composites and improved methods for manufacturing the optical interlayers and laminated composites are provided. An optical interlayer film comprises at least one surface having an embossed surface pattern having at least two channels extending in at least two non-parallel directions. The channels have a depth of greater than about 20 µm. The surface pattern allows for the removal of air between the interlayer and the outer laminate sheets, thereby establishing the requisite seal therebetween while minimizing premature edge sealing. The laminated composites are particularly useful for safety glazing in a variety of applications, such as automobiles, airplanes, trains, or other modes of transportation, display devices, windows in homes and other buildings, building facades, cabinets, and/ or weight bearing architectural structures such as stairs and floors.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
B29C 59/02 - Surface shaping, e.g. embossingApparatus therefor by mechanical means, e.g. pressing
A water swellable semi-conductive material comprising a semi-conductive layer and a semi-conductive water swellable polymeric layer which is positioned on the semi-conductive layer is provided. The semi-conductive water swellable polymeric layer is comprised of conductive particles dispersed within a crosslinked superabsorbent polymeric matrix. The material can be formed into a tape or other structure used to insulate and protect cables. The water swellable semi-conductive material can be applied to a cable or other conductive material to insulate and protect the cable from water ingress.
H01B 7/288 - Preventing penetration of fluid into conductor or cable by completely or partially filling interstices in the cable using hygroscopic material or material swelling in the presence of liquid
H01B 9/06 - Gas-pressure cablesOil-pressure cablesCables for use in conduits under fluid pressure
H01B 9/02 - Power cables with screens or conductive layers, e.g. for avoiding large potential gradients
Semiconductive tapes for use with electric cables, such as high voltage power cables, and methods for manufacturing such tapes, are provided. A semiconductive tape comprises a first layer comprising a fabric and a second layer in contact with the first layer. The second layer comprises an activated carbon or carbon black. The semiconductive tapes have increased friction while still maintaining sufficient electrical conductivity for use as wrappings for electric power cables, thereby improving the manufacturing process and reducing the overall cost of production.
H01B 1/24 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising carbon-silicon compounds, carbon, or silicon
H01B 3/50 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances fibrous materials fabric
H01B 3/44 - Insulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes vinyl resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances plasticsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances resinsInsulators or insulating bodies characterised by the insulating materialsSelection of materials for their insulating or dielectric properties mainly consisting of organic substances waxes acrylic resins
Filter media, triboelectrically charged fibers thereof, and methods for the same are discussed. The filter media may include a first plurality of fibers and/or a second plurality of fibers. The first plurality of fibers may be triboelectrically charged by the second plurality of fibers. The first plurality of fibers and the second plurality of fibers may include polylactic acid fibers and acrylic acid fibers, respectively. The first plurality of fibers and the second plurality of fibers may also include acrylic fibers and polypropylene fibers, respectively. The filter media may include one or more charge additives. A method for preparing the filter media may include contacting the first plurality of fibers with the second plurality of fibers, where contacting the first and second plurality of fibers with one another triboelectrically charges the first plurality of fibers.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
D01F 6/06 - Monocomponent man-made filaments or the like of synthetic polymersManufacture thereof from homopolymers obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds from polyolefins from polypropylene
D01F 6/28 - Monocomponent man-made filaments or the like of synthetic polymersManufacture thereof from copolymers obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
A functional interlayer for incorporation into laminated structures is provided. The functional interlayer may provide solar control properties to the laminated structure. The laminated structure may be part of a window unit.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
H01L 31/0468 - PV modules composed of a plurality of thin film solar cells deposited on the same substrate comprising specific means for obtaining partial light transmission through the module, e.g. partially transparent thin film solar modules for windows
Filter media and filters, such as air filters, residential air filters, commercial air filters, face masks, gas turbine and compressor air intake filters, panel filters, and the like, are provided that comprises a plurality of fibers with a silicone-based coating. The silicone-based coating comprises a silicone compound at least about two percent by weight of the coating. The silicone-based coating may include a reactive silicone macroemulsion and a surfactant. The silicone-based coating increases the efficiency of the filter at capturing contaminants, particularly contaminants in the E2 and E3 particle group range, without compromising other important characteristics of the filters, such as cost, longevity, dust holding capacity, and the pressure drop or air permeability of the filter.
Composite materials are provided for sealing openings, gaps or holes in walls and other barriers. The composite materials are particularly useful for providing a durable seal across such holes to prevent rodent ingress therethrough. The composite material comprises a wire mesh layer, an adhesive and an outer protective layer. The wire mesh layer is resistant to rodent's chewing to thwart the rodent from chewing through the material. The protective layer provides an aesthetic outer layer that covers the sticky adhesive layer and provides a surface for handling the tape. The adhesive serves to both bond the protective layer to the wire mesh and to provide an opposing sticky surface for adhering the composite material to the target area on a wall, partition, door, roof, or other barrier.
A01M 29/30 - Scaring or repelling devices, e.g. bird-scaring apparatus preventing or obstructing access or passage, e.g. by means of barriers, spikes, cords, obstacles or sprinkled water
B32B 15/06 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of rubber
B32B 15/09 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin comprising polyesters
B32B 3/24 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. apertured or formed of separate pieces of material characterised by an apertured layer, e.g. of expanded metal
13.
WRAPPER FOR SMOKING ARTICLES WITH CAST-LIKE PROPERTIES
Wrapping materials are disclosed that are particularly well suited for producing roll-your-own smoking articles. In one aspect, the wrapping materials can be made from extracted cannabis materials optionally combined with web building fibers. The extracted cannabis materials are comminuted to a median particle size of generally less than about 120 microns, such as less than about 80 microns. At least one gum is incorporated into the wrapping material for producing a wrapping material with enhanced strength, very smooth surfaces, and excellent self-adhering properties.
A24B 3/14 - Forming reconstituted tobacco products, e.g. wrapper materials, sheets, imitation leaves, rods, cakesForms of such products
A24D 1/18 - Selection of materials, other than tobacco, suitable for smoking
A24B 15/14 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco made of tobacco and a binding agent not derived from tobacco
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24B 15/18 - Treatment of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes
14.
FILTER FOR SMOKING OR VAPING ARTICLE COMPRISING A SMOOTH PAPER
The present invention relates to a paper substrate with smooth face that is suitable for being used in a filter for a smoking article or vaping article.
Filter media and filters, such as air filters, face masks, gas turbine and compressor air intake filters, panel filters and the like, are provided that include nanoparticles dispersed throughout at least a portion of the filter media. A filter media comprises a fiber substrate with a first surface and an opposing second surface. The filter media includes nanoparticles disposed within the fiber substrate at least between the first and second surfaces such that an area density of the nanoparticles decreases from the first surface towards the second surface. This density gradient formed by the nanoparticles through at least a portion of the substrate improves the performance characteristics of the filter. the nanoparticles increase the overall surface area within the fiber substrate, which may increase its filtration efficiency and allows for the capture of submicron contaminants without significantly compromising other factors, such as pressure drop or air flow through the filter.
D01F 8/04 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from synthetic polymers
D01F 8/06 - Conjugated, i.e. bi- or multicomponent, man-made filaments or the likeManufacture thereof from synthetic polymers with at least one polyolefin as constituent
A41D 13/11 - Protective face masks, e.g. for surgical use, or for use in foul atmospheres
B29C 48/25 - Component parts, details or accessoriesAuxiliary operations
B01D 39/00 - Filtering material for liquid or gaseous fluids
Filter media and filters, such as air filters, face masks, gas turbine and compressor air intake filters, panel filters and the like, are provided that include nanoparticles dispersed throughout at least a portion of the filter media. A filter media comprises a substrate comprising fibers and nanoparticles disposed within the substrate. The nanoparticles have at least one dimension less than 1 micron, and the filter media has a MERV rating greater than about 10 and a pressure drop less than about 0.5 inches of water. The nanoparticles increase the overall surface area within the fiber substrate, which increases its filtration efficiency and allows for the capture of submicron contaminants without significantly compromising other factors, such as pressure drop (i.e., air flow) through the filter.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTINUOUS PRODUCTION OF FIBROUS MATERIALS AND NANOPARTICLES
Systems and methods are provided for continuously manufacturing fibrous materials and products, such as filters. A system comprises a conveyor for advancing a substrate comprising fibrous materials from an upstream end to a downstream end, and a feeder for feeding groups of nanofibers into a fluid medium. A fiberization device is coupled to the feeder and configured to convert the groups of nanofibers into individual nanoparticles. A dispersion device coupled to the fiberization device disperses the nanoparticles into the substrate to form a fibrous material. This distributes the nanoparticles more uniformly throughout the fibrous material. In addition, the system continuously manufactures the material to form a product with improved quality, yield and reduced cost and time.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
18.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SEPARATING AND/OR ISOLATING NANOPARTICLES WITHIN A GASEOUS MEDIUM
Systems, devices and methods are provided for separating and/or isolating individual nanoparticles from groups or clusters of nanofibers within a gaseous medium. The system comprises a housing configured to contain the groups of nanofibers, and a pump coupled to the housing. The system further includes one or more passages coupled to the pump and a gaseous medium within the passages. The pump is configured to propel the nanofibers through, or with, the gaseous medium against one or more surface(s) within the passages at a sufficient velocity and/or momentum to open up or separate, the groups of nanofibers into individual nanoparticles. Isolating individual nanoparticles in a gaseous medium and then dispersing them into a substrate or a fluid stream to form a product allows the nanoparticles to be distributed more uniformly and "in depth" throughout the product.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAKING PRODUCTS CONTAINING FIBROUS MATERIAL
Systems, devices and methods are provided for producing a product comprising fibrous material, such as a filter. A system for manufacturing a product comprises a first device for isolating individual nanoparticles within a gaseous medium and a second device for combining the individual nanoparticles with fibers to form a product containing the fibers and the nanoparticles. This distributes the nanoparticles more uniformly throughout the product and in depth into the internal structure of the product. The nanoparticles increase the overall surface area within the filter media, which increases its filtration efficiency and allows for the capture of submicron contaminants without significantly compromising other factors, such as pressure drop through the filter. In addition, the filters produced with the systems and methods described herein are capable of withstanding rigorous conditioning, which allows a filter to achieve the same level of filtration performance throughout the lifetime of the filter.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
Systems, devices and methods are provided for producing fibrous materials and products, such as filters. A system comprises a first device for generating one or more fiber stream(s), and a second device for isolating nanoparticles within a gaseous medium. The second device forms the nanoparticles into a stream and feeds this stream into the fiber streams to form the fibrous material. This distributes the nanoparticles more uniformly throughout the fibrous material. In addition, the nanoparticles increase the overall surface area within the material, which, in certain applications, increases its filtration efficiency and allows for the capture of submicron contaminants without significantly compromising other factors, such as pressure drop through the filter. Filters produced with these systems and methods are capable of withstanding rigorous conditioning, which allows the filter to achieve substantially the same level of filtration performance throughout the lifetime of the filter.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
Apertured polymeric layers, sheets, mesh or films are provided for a variety of different applications. A polymeric sheet comprises at least one polymer layer having one or more apertures for flow of gas or liquid therethrough, and a plurality of nanoparticles disposed within the polymer layer such that the nanoparticles are disposed between a first surface of the polymer layer and a second surface opposite the first surface. The nanoparticles filter contaminants passing through the polymeric sheet. In certain embodiments, the apertured sheets comprise support membranes in gas or liquid filters. The nanoparticles reduce the overall pressure drop across the support membranes to improve the efficiency of such filters.
B01D 69/02 - Semi-permeable membranes for separation processes or apparatus characterised by their form, structure or propertiesManufacturing processes specially adapted therefor characterised by their properties
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B29C 48/16 - Articles comprising two or more components, e.g. co-extruded layers
B01D 53/04 - Separation of gases or vapoursRecovering vapours of volatile solvents from gasesChemical or biological purification of waste gases, e.g. engine exhaust gases, smoke, fumes, flue gases or aerosols by adsorption, e.g. preparative gas chromatography with stationary adsorbents
B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositionsSorbents for chromatographyProcesses for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
Filter media and filters, such as air filters, face masks, gas turbine and compressor air intake filters, panel filters and the like, are provided that capture submicron particles with both electrostatic forces and the utilization of nanoparticles within the filter media. A filtration media includes a substrate comprising fibers and nanoparticles disposed within the substrate. At least one of the fibers or the nanoparticles are electrostatically charged. The electrostatic charge effectively captures submicron particles during at least the initial use of the filter. The nanoparticles ensure that the efficiency of the filter remains high even after the electrostatic charge starts to decay over time. In addition, the bond between the fibers and the nanoparticles may be enhanced by the electrostatic charge, which allows the nanoparticles to be dispersed in depth throughout the filter media.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
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NONWOVEN MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS CONTAINING NONWOVEN MATERIALS
Nonwoven materials and products comprising nonwoven materials are provided including a substrate comprising fibers and nanoparticles incorporated into at least a portion of the substrate. A nonwoven material comprises a substrate comprising fibers and having a first surface and an opposing second surface, and nanoparticles disposed within the substrate at least between the first and second surfaces. The density of the nanoparticles decreases from the first surface towards the second surface, or a higher density of nanoparticles is disposed on the two surfaces as compared to the middle section of the substrate. This density gradient formed by the nanoparticles improves the performance characteristics of the material for a number of different applications. For example, the nanoparticles increase the overall surface area within the substrate, which may increase its filtration efficiency and allow for the capture of submicron contaminants without significantly compromising other factors, such as pressure drop across the filter.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
24.
FILTRATION MEDIA INCORPORATING NANOPARTICLES AND LARGE LINEAR DENSITY FIBERS
Filter media and filters, such as air filters, face masks, gas turbine and compressor air intake filters, panel filters and the like, are provided that include high linear density fibers and nanoparticles dispersed throughout at least a portion of the filter media. A filter includes a filter media comprising a substrate of fibers having a linear density of greater than about 3 denier, and nanoparticles disposed within the substrate. The larger linear density fibers provide more open space or pores within the filter media, allowing for a greater density of nanoparticles to be dispersed therein. This improves the overall efficiency of the filter. The three-dimensional distribution of nanoparticles within the filter also provides resistance against complete blockage of a particular portion of the filter, thereby reducing the overall pressure drop across the filter.
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
25.
DUAL-LAYER GAS FILTERS AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME
Filter media and filters are provided that include at least two layers and a plurality of nanoparticles dispersed in depth within at least one of the layers. A gas filter comprises a first layer of fibers, a second layer of fibers bonded to the first layer and a plurality of nanoparticles incorporated into the first layer. The nanoparticles increase the overall surface area within the filter, which increases its filtration efficiency and allows for the capture of submicron contaminants without significantly compromising other factors, such as pressure drop (i.e., air flow) through the filter. In addition, the filters disclosed herein are capable of withstanding rigorous conditioning, which allows the filter to achieve the same level of filtration performance throughout the lifetime of the filter. Systems, devices and methods are also provided for manufacturing such filters.
B01D 39/08 - Filter cloth, i.e. woven, knitted or interlaced material
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/26 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by the presence of two or more layers which comprise fibres, filaments, granules, or powder, or are foamed or specifically porous one layer being a fibrous or filamentary layer another layer also being fibrous or filamentary
B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
26.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RETAINING NANOPARTICLES WITHIN FIBROUS MATERIAL
Systems, devices and methods are provided for producing a product comprising fibrous material, such as a filter. A system for manufacturing a fibrous material comprises a feeder for advancing a substrate of fibers from an upstream end to a downstream end and a first dispersion device for dispersing a binding agent onto the substrate to coat at least a portion of the fibers with the binding agent. The system further includes a second dispersion device for dispersing nanoparticles through the first surface of the substrate such that the nanoparticles are disposed within the substrate between the first and second surfaces. The binding agent facilitates the bond between the fibers and the nanoparticles to retain the nanoparticles within the internal structure of the substrate. In addition, facilitating this bond provides a more uniform distribution of the nanoparticles throughout the substrate, which improves the performance characteristics of the material.
B01D 39/16 - Other self-supporting filtering material of organic material, e.g. synthetic fibres
B32B 27/28 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising copolymers of synthetic resins not wholly covered by any one of the following subgroups
B01D 39/14 - Other self-supporting filtering material
B32B 5/08 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments the fibres or filaments of a layer being specially arranged or being of different substances
A fibrous product for use in a variety of applications. The fibrous product particularly well suited for use in thermoforming 3-D articles such as food packaging, automotive parts, and electronic packaging. The fibrous product can be biodegradable, recyclable, and compostable. The fibrous product can contain a first plant fiber that is a non-wood fiber.
A process is disclosed for incorporating additives into aerosol generating products. During the process, an additive is incorporated into an aerosol modifying composition. An aerosol generating filler is contacted with the aerosol modifying composition and the additive is uniformly incorporated into the substrate. In one application, a cannabidiol is incorporated into a tobacco filler or a cannabaceae filler.
A process is disclosed for incorporating additives into aerosol generating products. During the process, an additive is incorporated into an aerosol modifying composition. An aerosol generating filler is contacted with the aerosol modifying composition and the additive is uniformly incorporated into the substrate. In one application, a cannabidiol is incorporated into a tobacco filler or a cannabaceae filler.
The present disclosure relates to compositions, laminates, films and/or composites made from polymers, such as thermoplastic polyurethane ("TPU"). The films have one or more optical layers made from materials that allow the transmission of visible light and reflect or absorb UV light. A composite having an infrared ("IR") cutoff layer, and a polymer layer desirably having an ultraviolet ("UV") absorber is disposed between layers of glass or artificial glass, combined with polycarbonate ("PC") or polyethylene terephalate ("PET") layers.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
The present disclosure relates to compositions, laminates, films and/or composites made from polymers, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (“TPU”). The films have one or more optical layers made from materials that allow the transmission of visible light and reflect or absorb UV light. A composite having an infrared (“IR”) cutoff layer, and a polymer layer desirably having an ultraviolet (“UV”) absorber is disposed between layers of glass or artificial glass, combined with polycarbonate (“PC”) or polyethylene terephalate (“PET”) layers.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
22 battery or the like. An alkaline battery separator comprises a first layer of polyvinyl alcohol fibers, a second layer of cellulose or a cellulose derivative and a third layer comprising a water soluble polymer. The battery separator has reduced pore sizes to reduce clogging, while still maintaining desirable wet ionic resistance, basis weight and absorption performance.
A protective barrier well suited for use in sublimation printing is made primarily from cellulose fibers. The protective barrier, which can comprise an uncoated paper, can be used to prevent sublimation inks from bleeding through a fabric onto the printing equipment. The uncoated paper is recyclable and can enter the paper recycle stream. The uncoated paper can contain first cellulose fibers combined and blended with second cellulose fibers that differ in fiber length and/or in the degree of refining. The uncoated paper is constructed to have a relatively low diffusivity.
Devices and methods are provided for filtering contaminants or pollutants from water, such as rainwater or stormwater. The devices include a liquid filter comprising a tubular mesh enclosure containing a filling. The filling comprises compost particles and an activated carbon material. The compost particles have a bulk particle distribution of more than 30% less than 0.375 inches and at least 90% less than 2 inches. This unique combination of particle sizes and filling materials increases the removal efficiency of the filter. In addition, this filter media absorbs a broader range of industrial pollutants than conventional filters.
B01D 29/23 - Supported filter elements arranged for outward flow filtration
E03F 5/04 - Gullies with or without odour seals or sediment traps
B01D 29/00 - Filters with filtering elements stationary during filtration, e.g. pressure or suction filters, not covered by groups Filtering elements therefor
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PROCESS FOR INCORPORATING ADDITIVES INTO AEROSOL-PRODUCING SUBSTRATES AND PRODUCTS MADE THEREFROM
A process is disclosed for incorporating additives into aerosol-producing substrates. During the process, an additive is incorporated into an infusing liquid. An aerosol-producing filler is submerged in the infusing liquid and the resulting mixture is subjected to reduced pressures that cause the infusing liquid to infuse into the material. The material is dried leaving behind the additive in a controlled amount and uniformly dispersed throughout the material. In one application, cannabidiol is incorporated into a tobacco filler or a hemp filler.
A process is disclosed for incorporating additives into aerosol-producing substrates. During the process, an additive is incorporated into an infusing liquid. An aerosol-producing filler is submerged in the infusing liquid and the resulting mixture is subjected to reduced pressures that cause the infusing liquid to infuse into the material. The material is dried leaving behind the additive in a controlled amount and uniformly dispersed throughout the material. In one application, cannabidiol is incorporated into a tobacco filler or a hemp filler.
The present invention relates to a vaping article comprising an aerosol-generating zone, a zone for cooling the aerosol comprising a paper in the shape of a hollow tube, this paper comprising a fibrous substrate, and optionally a filtering zone, characterized in that the zone for cooling the aerosol is functionalized by a plant extract and an aerosol-generating agent.
A wrapping material for an aerosol producing product is disclosed that contains extracted tobacco material combined with strength building fibers. The strength building fibers are refined and optionally bleached bast fibers. In one aspect, the bast fibers can be hemp fibers. The wrapping material can contain the extracted tobacco material in amounts greater than 40% by weight.
A wrapping material for an aerosol producing product is disclosed that contains extracted tobacco material combined with strength building fibers. The strength building fibers are refined and optionally bleached bast fibers. In one aspect, the bast fibers can be hemp fibers. The wrapping material can contain the extracted tobacco material in amounts greater than 40% by weight.
A wrapper well suited for use in aerosol delivery products, such as heat but not burn sticks is disclosed. The wrapper includes a base web made from cellulosic fibers combined with filler particles. The base web can be coated on at least one side with a permeability reducing composition and/or treated with a flame retardant salt. The base web is constructed with a basis weight, bulk, and permeability so as to produce aerosol delivery sticks with low combustion characteristics.
A wrapper well suited for use in aerosol delivery products, such as heat but not burn sticks is disclosed. The wrapper includes a base web made from cellulosic fibers combined with filler particles. The base web can be coated on at least one side with a permeability reducing composition and/or treated with a flame retardant salt. The base web is constructed with a basis weight, bulk, and permeability so as to produce aerosol delivery sticks with low combustion characteristics.
Support membranes for filters are described that include a support sheet formed of a polymeric material and a continuous base section having opposed outer surfaces and spaced-apart ribs extending outwardly from at least one of the opposed outer surfaces. The spaced-apart ribs define continuous flow channels bound by the adjacent spaced-apart ribs. The ratio of the height of the ribs to the height of the continuous base ranges from about 2:1 to about 5:1. This relatively high aspect ratio of the ribs and the base layer increases the performance of the filter and reduces the cross-flow pressure drop of fluids filtered through the membrane.
A composition and a method for manufacturing the composition are provided that includes a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and a second component in an amount in the range of about 3% to about 60% by weight of the composition. The second component includes at least one reactive diluent, monomer, or oligomer (RDMO). The RDMO and/or the TPU may be cross-linked to form a semi-interpenetrating polymer network or an interpenetrating polymer network. The RDMO provides improved physical properties, such as rigidity, durability and strength, to the TPU. The polymer network may be bonded to other layers for certain applications, such as windows and flooring, to improve flexibility and strength, inhibit shattering and/or resist scratching and staining.
A composition and a method for manufacturing the composition are provided that includes a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and a second component in an amount in the range of about 3% to about 60% by weight of the composition. The second component includes at least one reactive diluent, monomer, or oligomer (RDMO). The RDMO and/or the TPU may be cross-linked to form a semi-interpenetrating polymer network or an interpenetrating polymer network. The RDMO provides improved physical properties, such as rigidity, durability and strength, to the TPU. The polymer network may be bonded to other layers for certain applications, such as windows and flooring, to improve flexibility and strength, inhibit shattering and/or resist scratching and staining.
Provided are electrolyte films or cells for use in variety of applications, such as electrochromic windows. An electrolytic film comprises a polymer layer, such as thermoplastic polyurethane or polymethyl methacrylate, and an electrolyte within the polymer layer. The electrolyte comprises a salt and a plasticizer. The plasticizer comprises one or more materials that are selected to provide sufficient conductivity and optical transparency for operation of the electrolyte film in an application requiring substantial optical clarity and switching speed, such as a smart window.
G02F 1/1516 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect characterised by the electrochromic material, e.g. by the electrodeposited material comprising organic material
H01M 10/0564 - Accumulators with non-aqueous electrolyte characterised by the materials used as electrolytes, e.g. mixed inorganic/organic electrolytes the electrolyte being constituted of organic materials only
H01M 10/0565 - Polymeric materials, e.g. gel-type or solid-type
Provided are electrolyte films or cells for use in variety of applications, such as electrochromic windows. An electrolytic film comprises a polymer layer, such as thermoplastic polyurethane or polymethyl methacrylate, and an electrolyte within the polymer layer. The electrolyte comprises a salt and a plasticizer. The plasticizer comprises one or more materials that are selected to provide sufficient conductivity and optical transparency for operation of the electrolyte film in an application requiring substantial optical clarity and switching speed, such as a smart window.
G02F 1/1516 - Devices or arrangements for the control of the intensity, colour, phase, polarisation or direction of light arriving from an independent light source, e.g. switching, gating or modulatingNon-linear optics for the control of the intensity, phase, polarisation or colour based on an electrochromic effect characterised by the electrochromic material, e.g. by the electrodeposited material comprising organic material
H01M 10/0564 - Accumulators with non-aqueous electrolyte characterised by the materials used as electrolytes, e.g. mixed inorganic/organic electrolytes the electrolyte being constituted of organic materials only
H01M 10/0565 - Polymeric materials, e.g. gel-type or solid-type
47.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING HEMP PLANTS AND PRODUCTS PRODUCED THEREBY
A system and method for processing hemp plants is disclosed. The process is capable of processing whole cannabis plants for producing multiple useful products. A pair of hammermills are used in series in order to produce an extractable cannabis material for obtaining cannabinoids, such as CBD, and a fiber product. The hurds contained in the cannabis plant material are controlled and fractionated during the process for allowing high throughput.
A61K 31/352 - Heterocyclic compounds having oxygen as the only ring hetero atom, e.g. fungichromin having six-membered rings with one oxygen as the only ring hetero atom condensed with carbocyclic rings, e.g. cannabinols, methantheline
48.
FILTER FOR SMOKING OR VAPING ARTICLE COMPRISING A NONWOVEN SUBSTRATE
The present invention relates to a filter comprising a nonwoven substrate having a low density and comprising natural fibers and a binder. The filter can be used as a filter for a smoking or vaping article.
D04H 1/4266 - Natural fibres not provided for in group
D04H 1/58 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives
D04H 1/587 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives characterised by the bonding agents used
D04H 1/60 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives the bonding agent being applied in dry state, e.g. thermo-activatable agents in solid or molten state, and heat being applied subsequently
49.
FILTER FOR SMOKING OR VAPING ARTICLE COMPRISING A NONWOVEN SUBSTRATE
The present invention relates to a filter comprising a nonwoven substrate having a low density and comprising natural fibers and a binder. The filter can be used as a filter for a smoking or vaping article.
D04H 1/58 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives
D04H 1/587 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives characterised by the bonding agents used
50.
FILTER FOR SMOKING OR VAPING ARTICLE COMPRISING A NONWOVEN SUBSTRATE
The present invention relates to a filter comprising a nonwoven substrate having a low density and comprising natural fibers and a binder. The filter can be used as a filter for a smoking or vaping article.
D04H 1/58 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives
D04H 1/587 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives characterised by the bonding agents used
51.
FILTER FOR SMOKING OR VAPING ARTICLE COMPRISING A NONWOVEN SUBSTRATE
The present invention relates to a filter comprising a nonwoven substrate having a low density and comprising natural fibers and a binder. The filter can be used as a filter for a smoking or vaping article.
D04H 1/58 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives
D04H 1/587 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives characterised by the bonding agents used
D04H 1/4266 - Natural fibres not provided for in group
D04H 1/60 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties by applying, incorporating or activating chemical or thermoplastic bonding agents, e.g. adhesives the bonding agent being applied in dry state, e.g. thermo-activatable agents in solid or molten state, and heat being applied subsequently
Provided are laminates, films and/or composites made from thermoplastic polymers, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). The laminates have one or more optical layers made from materials that allow the transmission of visible light and reflect or absorb UV and/or IR light. Laminates of the present invention are less susceptible to moisture wicking into the TPU layers, providing a more durable laminate and improving the quality of visible light passing therethrough. Glass composites, such as window glass, are also provided that include TPU and the optical materials therein.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
Provided are laminates, films and/or composites made from thermoplastic polymers, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). The laminates have one or more optical layers made from materials that allow the transmission of visible light and reflect or absorb UV and/or IR light. Laminates of the present invention are less susceptible to moisture wicking into the TPU layers, providing a more durable laminate and improving the quality of visible light passing therethrough. Glass composites, such as window glass, are also provided that include TPU and the optical materials therein. Provided are laminates, films and/or composites made from thermoplastic polymers, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). The laminates have one or more optical layers made from materials that allow the transmission of visible light and reflect or absorb UV and/or IR light. Laminates of the present invention are less susceptible to moisture wicking into the TPU layers, providing a more durable laminate and improving the quality of visible light passing therethrough. Glass composites, such as window glass, are also provided that include TPU and the optical materials therein.
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
A system and process for collecting aerosol matter samples is disclosed. The system includes a circular sample cartridge holder that contains a plurality of sample cartridges. Each sample cartridge contains a filter media for collecting aerosol matter samples. The system further includes a docking device for receiving an aerosol-generating system. The docking device places the aerosol-generating system in engagement with one of the sample cartridges. The aerosol matter collecting system further includes an aerosol withdrawing device that causes a controlled puff volume to flow through a sample cartridge for collecting an aerosol matter sample. The system can be completely automated and can collect samples on a puff by puff basis. The system and process are well suited to analyzing aerosols collected heated tobacco product system, but can also be used to test smoking articles, such as cigarettes, or any other device or product such as e cigarette that produces an aerosol.
An oil resistant article is described that does not contain any fluorocarbon compounds. The oil resistant article includes a basesheet formed from pulp fibers. The basesheet is coated on at least one surface with an oil resistant coating. The basesheet is formed without having to use any highly refined fibers. Various chemical treatments are incorporated into the basesheet and the oil resistant coating is formed from particularly selected polymers that produces an oil resistant article having a relatively high permeability and excellent oil resistant properties.
D21H 19/20 - Coatings without pigments applied in a form other than the aqueous solution defined in group comprising macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
B65D 65/42 - Applications of coated or impregnated materials
D21H 19/34 - Coatings without pigments applied in a form other than the aqueous solution defined in group comprising cellulose or derivatives thereof
A system and process for collecting aerosol matter samples is disclosed. The system includes a circular sample cartridge holder that contains a plurality of sample cartridges. Each sample cartridge contains a filter media for collecting aerosol matter samples. The system further includes a docking device for receiving an aerosol-generating system. The docking device places the aerosol-generating system in engagement with one of the sample cartridges. The aerosol matter collecting system further includes an aerosol withdrawing device that causes a controlled puff volume to flow through a sample cartridge for collecting an aerosol matter sample. The system can be completely automated and can collect samples on a puff by puff basis. The system and process are well suited to analyzing aerosols collected heated tobacco product system, but can also be used to test smoking articles, such as cigarettes, or any other device or product such as e cigarette that produces an aerosol.
A paper well suited for use as a wrapper in heat but not burn sticks is disclosed. The paper includes a base web made from cellulosic fibers combined with a flame retardant filler and/or can include a coating formed from a reduced ignition composition.
A paper well suited for use as a wrapper in heat but not burn sticks is disclosed. The paper includes a base web made from cellulosic fibers combined with a flame retardant filler and/or can include a coating formed from a reduced ignition composition.
A high strength environmental control device comprising a mesh container having at least one interior and one exterior surface is provided. The interior of the mesh container can comprise a filler material. The mesh container can comprise a plurality of yarns, including viscose fibers, interlaced together.
A high strength environmental control device comprising a mesh container having at least one interior and one exterior surface is provided. The interior of the mesh container can comprise a filler material. The mesh container can comprise a plurality of yarns, including viscose fibers, interlaced together.
The present invention relates to a nonwoven substrate comprising individualized flax fibers comprising specific cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin contents.
D04H 1/492 - Non-woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of staple fibres or like relatively short fibres from fleeces or layers composed of fibres without existing or potential cohesive properties the fleeces or layers being consolidated by mechanical means, e.g. by rolling by needling or like operations to cause entanglement of fibres by fluid jet
D04H 3/11 - Non woven fabrics formed wholly or mainly of yarns or like filamentary material of substantial length characterised by the method of strengthening or consolidating with bonds between yarns or filaments made mechanically by fluid jet
D21H 11/12 - Pulp from non-woody plants or crops, e.g. cotton, flax, straw or bagasse
A process for the manufacture of bobbins, of sheets and of a booklet of sheets of roll-your-own cigarette paper. The process includes applying n moisture-activatable adhesive strips to a web of roll-your-own cigarette paper in order to obtain an adhesive web of paper, each of the n moisture-activatable adhesive strips extending in the machine direction, wherein step a) is carried out with a moisture-activatable adhesive solution and by at least one of flexography, heliography, flexogravure, or photogravure, and cutting the adhesive web of paper in the machine direction along the n-1 moisture-activatable adhesive strips in order to obtain n bobbins of roll-your-own cigarette paper, each bobbin of roll-your-own cigarette paper comprising a moisture-activatable adhesive strip along one of these long edges, n being an integer greater than or equal to 2.
A medicinal, cosmetic or dermatologic product is described made from a reconstituted cannabis material. The reconstituted cannabis material forms a sheet-like layer that can be shape configured to cover a portion of a user's body. The product can be used as a face mask, as a wound dressing, or the like.
The present disclosure provides a wound dressing in the form of a bandage having a seal strength that is sufficient to allow it to be used in medical applications, and a low trauma, peel-off releasability for the convenience and comfort of the patient. An adhesive for use with such a bandage is also provided. The adhesive comprises a polyurethane adhesive including a mixture of: (a) a polyol mixture, (b) an isocyanate, and (c) a catalyst mix. The adhesive may have a thickness in the range of about 50 to about 525 µm and may have an adhesion value of less than about 150 g/cm against a metal plate.
A61F 13/15 - Absorbent pads, e.g. sanitary towels, swabs or tampons for external or internal application to the bodySupporting or fastening means thereforTampon applicators
The present disclosure provides a wound dressing in the form of a bandage having a seal strength that is sufficient to allow it to be used in medical applications, and a low trauma, peel-off releasability for the convenience and comfort of the patient. An adhesive for use with such a bandage is also provided. The adhesive comprises a polyurethane adhesive including a mixture of: (a) a polyol mixture, (b) an isocyanate, and (c) a catalyst mix. The adhesive may have a thickness in the range of about 50 to about 525 pm and may have an adhesion value of less than about 150 g/cm against a metal plate.
The present disclosure relates compositions, laminates, films and/or composites made from thermoplastic polymers, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). The films have one or more optical layers made from materials that allow the transmission of visible light and reflect or absorb UV light. An optical film is made from one or more TPU resins including a first UV absorber of the benzotriazole family or the triazin family, a light stabilizer, and a second UV absorber selected from a group consisting of benzotriazoles, benzophenones, triazin or benzylidene malonate. The second UV absorber may be present in a base resin combined with the TPU resin. The optical film is capable of blocking at least 99% of light having a wavelength ranging from about 380 nm to about 400 nm and has a YI value no greater than 2.5
B29C 48/08 - Flat, e.g. panels flexible, e.g. films
B32B 17/10 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like comprising glass as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
The present disclosure relates to support membranes for filters that include a support sheet formed of a polymeric material and a continuous base section having opposed outer surfaces and spaced-apart ribs extending outwardly from at least one of the opposed outer surfaces. The spaced-apart ribs define continuous flow channels bound by the adjacent spaced-apart ribs. The ratio of the height of the ribs to the height of the continuous base ranges from about 2:1 to about 5:1. This relatively high aspect ratio of the ribs and the base layer increases the performance of the filter and reduces the cross-flow pressure drop of fluids filtered through the membrane.
B01D 29/01 - Filters with filtering elements stationary during filtration, e.g. pressure or suction filters, not covered by groups Filtering elements therefor with flat filtering elements
The present disclosure relates to degradable extruded nettings that include a plurality of interconnected strands, at least some of the strands being made from a polymeric blend, the polymeric blend including a polylactic acid polymer composition, polybutylene succinate, and a degradation additive, the degradation additive including a degrader in a carrier resin. The present disclosure also relates to grass sod and methods for preparing grass sod using such degradable extruded nettings.
The present disclosure provides a polymeric plasticized film or sheet having one or more apertures to reduce the amount of material needed, as well as overall weight, per desired volume of material required. The polymeric plasticized film or sheet may also be capable of folding and keeping the crease for a desired amount of time. The polymeric plasticized film or sheet may be biodegradable.
The invention relates to a reconstituted plant sheet suitable for devices for heating tobacco without burning it, said reconstituted plant sheet having a high density.
A24B 15/12 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco
A24B 15/14 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco made of tobacco and a binding agent not derived from tobacco
71.
FILLER CONTAINING BLENDS OF AEROSOL GENERATING MATERIALS
An aerosol generating material comprising a reconstituted plant material containing a mixture of at least two different plant fibers, the reconstituted plant material containing: extracted cannabis fibers comprising cannabis leaves, cannabis hurds, cannabis buds, cannabis flowers, cannabis seeds, or by-products or residues of cannabis extraction, or mixtures thereof; or extracted cocoa husk fibers or mixtures thereof combined with) extracted tobacco fibers comprising tobacco leaves, tobacco hurds, by-products of tobacco extraction, or mixtures thereof; or extracted herbal plant fibers, the extracted herbal plant fibers being obtained from coffee, tea, vine, ginger, ginkgo, chamomile, tomato, ivy, mate, rooibos, cucumber, a cereal, turmeric, clove, licorice, sandalwood, cinnamon, mint, cilantro, cumin, thyme, or mixtures thereof; or mixtures thereof. The reconstituted plant material further comprises web building fibers comprising delignified cellulose fibers in an amount greater than 3% by weight and less than 40% by weight.
A24B 15/12 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco
A24B 15/14 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco made of tobacco and a binding agent not derived from tobacco
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24D 1/18 - Selection of materials, other than tobacco, suitable for smoking
A24D 1/20 - Cigarettes specially adapted for simulated smoking devices
72.
RECONSTITUTED COCOA MATERIAL FOR GENERATING AEROSOLS
An aerosol generating material is disclosed containing a reconstituted cocoa bean husk material. The reconstituted material can contain extracted cocoa husk fibers in combination with web building fibers, such as softwood fibers. The reconstituted cocoa husk material is capable of generating an aerosol, such as a smoke, that has a very mild and neutral taste without any harsh components. The reconstituted cocoa husk material contains no nicotine and produces lower tar than conventional tobacco materials. The material can be used as a carrier for delivering various active agents in an aerosol generated by the material in a controlled, consistent and uniform manner.
An aerosol generating material is disclosed containing a reconstituted cocoa bean husk material. The reconstituted material can contain extracted cocoa husk fibers in combination with web building fibers, such as softwood fibers. The reconstituted cocoa husk material is capable of generating an aerosol, such as a smoke, that has a very mild and neutral taste without any harsh components. The reconstituted cocoa husk material contains no nicotine and produces lower tar than conventional tobacco materials. The material can be used to produce nicotine-free and/or tobacco-free aerosol generating products. Alternatively, the reconstituted cocoa husk material can be combined with tobacco materials for reducing nicotine and tar deliveries.
A24B 15/12 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco
A24B 15/14 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco made of tobacco and a binding agent not derived from tobacco
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24D 1/18 - Selection of materials, other than tobacco, suitable for smoking
A24D 1/20 - Cigarettes specially adapted for simulated smoking devices
A24D 1/22 - Cigarettes with integrated combustible heat sources, e.g. with carbonaceous heat sources
74.
RECONSTITUTED CANNABIS MATERIAL FOR GENERATING AEROSOLS
An aerosol generating material is disclosed containing a reconstituted cannabis material. The reconstituted material can contain extracted cannabis fibers in combination with web building fibers, such as softwood fibers. The reconstituted cannabis material is capable of generating an aerosol, such as a smoke, that can have a conventional cannabis taste with reduced amounts of irritants and harsh components. In one embodiment, the reconstituted cannabis material is formed from plants that are low in cannabinoids, such as THC. Cannabinoids, such as THC and/or CBD, can then be topically applied to the reconstituted plant material for not only controlling the amount of cannabinoids contained in an aerosol generated by the material but also for producing consistent and uniform deliveries.
A wrapping material for a smoking article is formed from a web that includes extracted pieces of cannabis combined with web building fibers. The web has a basis weight of from about 20 gsm to about 80 gsm and a permeability of from about 10 Coresta to about 100 Coresta. The wrapping material has a natural cannabis smell and taste. The wrapping material is tobacco and nicotine free and can be used as a carrier for flavorings or aerosol delivery compositions.
The present invention relates to a paper sheet comprising cellulose fibers and hydrophobic fibers. The cellulose fibers represent 10% to 90% by weight of the dry matter of the paper sheet. The hydrophobic fibers represent 10% to 90% by weight of the dry matter of the paper sheet. The cellulose fibers and the hydrophobic fibers represent at least 50% by weight of the dry matter of the paper sheet. The hydrophobic fibers are hydrophobic viscose fibers, and the length of hydrophobic fibers is less than 20 mm. Disclosed is also method for manufacturing the paper sheet, the use of the paper sheet as a filter element and a filter material comprising the paper sheet.
Disclosed is a cosmetic mask comprising i) a plant paper comprising from 1% to 95% plant fibers and from 5% to 99% cellulose fibers by weight based on the total amount of fibers of said plant paper, ii) a wet strength agent, and iii) a humectant where the amount of humectant is from 10% to 50% by dry weight based on the dry weight of the plant paper of the mask. Also disclosed is a process for manufacturing such mask. The process comprises the steps of a) mixing plant fibers and cellulose fibers to obtain a fiber mixture, b) producing a plant paper from the fiber mixture using a wetlaid process, and c) cutting the plant paper produced and shaping to produce the mask. In such a process the humectant and the wet strength agent are added before, during or after step b).
A61K 8/97 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing materials, or derivatives thereof, of undetermined constitution from algae, fungi, lichens or plantsCosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing materials, or derivatives thereof, of undetermined constitution from derivatives thereof
A remedial composition is disclosed made from plant material residue that has been densified and then reduced into discrete pieces with a bulk density of from about 0.2 g/cm3 to about 0.5 g/cm3. The composition can be made from various different plant species and can be particularly made from agricultural crop byproducts, such as flax shives. The composition is particularly well suited for use as a remediation product for cleaning up and/or removing oily substances, such as petroleum products.
A wrapping material is disclosed that contains from about 10% to about 60% of a tobacco material. The tobacco material has a relatively large particle size. For instance, the tobacco material may have a particle size distribution such that greater than 80% of the tobacco particles and fibers have a greatest dimension of greater than about 0.025 inches. The tobacco material is combined with bleached pulp fibers and a filler and formed into a web using a papermaking process. The wrapping material has a distinct natural appearance and a less papery taste in relation to conventional cigarette papers. The wrapping material has a brighter, whiter look than conventional reconstituted tobacco wrappers and produces a smoother smoke with better ash appearance.
A fiber web structure made of randomly oriented synthetic fibers, an apparatus for making the web structure and a method of making the web structure. The web is a dimensionally-disordered, aerodynamically- formed structure in which electrostatic and/or non-electrostatic fibers are arranged to create structured fiber webs. The method uses different size, crimp, length and shapes of fibers, among various characteristics, to create strength and other properties. An apparatus for making the web structure includes a randomizing cylinder that removes fibers from a main cylinder, and condensing cylinders. The fiber webs may be structured in layers and the layers may have fibers and/or additives placed in or between the layers for enhanced performance.
A thermoplastic polymer film comprising a multilayer film having an interpenetrating polymer network (IPN) layer and a polymer layer is provided. The multilayer thermoplastic polymer film may possess beneficial and desirable properties useful in protecting surfaces from harmful environmental conditions or elements, such as for example, stain and scratch resistance as well as high gloss. Methods of making the multilayer film with interpenetrating polymer network are also provided.
B32B 27/08 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin of a different kind
B32B 27/18 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives
B32B 7/02 - Physical, chemical or physicochemical properties
C08G 18/42 - Polycondensates having carboxylic or carbonic ester groups in the main chain
C08F 283/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by polymerising monomers on to polymers provided for in subclass
B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class
C08G 18/75 - Polyisocyanates or polyisothiocyanates cyclic cycloaliphatic
A device for slitting a tubular workpiece into strips includes radially disposed cutting members. The device may include a tapered infeed mandrel for maintaining tension on the tubular workpiece being slit and optionally an exit mandrel. In embodiments, the position of the radially disposed cutting members may be adjustable.
B26F 3/12 - Severing by using heat with heated members with heated wires
B26D 7/10 - Means for treating work or cutting member to facilitate cutting by heating
B26D 3/00 - Cutting work characterised by the nature of the cut madeApparatus therefor
B65H 35/02 - Delivering articles from cutting or line-perforating machinesArticle or web delivery apparatus incorporating cutting or line-perforating devices, e.g. adhesive tape dispensers from or with longitudinal slitters or perforators
B26D 1/03 - Cutting through work characterised by the nature or movement of the cutting memberApparatus or machines thereforCutting members therefor involving a cutting member which does not travel with the work having a stationary cutting member with a plurality of cutting members
B26D 1/553 - Cutting through work characterised by the nature or movement of the cutting memberApparatus or machines thereforCutting members therefor involving a cutting member which does not travel with the work having a wire-like cutting member with a plurality of wire-like cutting members
B26F 3/08 - Severing by using heat with heated members
83.
BULK SOLID RECONSTITUTED PLANT COMPOSITION FOR DEVICES THAT HEAT TOBACCO WITHOUT BURNING IT
The invention relates to a bulk solid reconstituted plant composition, the volume of which is suitable for devices that heat tobacco without burning it, said bulk solid composition comprising a plant extract, refined plant fibres and an aerosol- generating agent.
A24B 3/14 - Forming reconstituted tobacco products, e.g. wrapper materials, sheets, imitation leaves, rods, cakesForms of such products
A24B 15/12 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco
A24B 15/14 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of reconstituted tobacco made of tobacco and a binding agent not derived from tobacco
A24B 15/16 - Chemical features of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes of tobacco substitutes
A24F 47/00 - Smokers’ requisites not otherwise provided for
The invention relates to a multilayer reconstituted plant sheet suitable for devices which heat tobacco without burning it, said reconstituted plant sheet having a high density.
The present invention relates to a sheet of roll-your-own cigarette paper comprising an adhesive strip, the grammage of which is less than 8 g/m2 and to the process for manufacturing such a paper. A process for manufacturing a bobbin of roll-your-own cigarette paper comprising a moisture-activated adhesive strip along one of the long edges of the bobbin of roll-your-own cigarette paper, the process comprising the following steps cutting a web of roll-your-own cigarette paper in order to obtain a bobbin of roll-your-own cigarette paper and applying a moisture-activated adhesive strip in order to obtain the bobbin of roll-your-own cigarette paper comprising a moisture-activated adhesive strip along one of its the long edges of the bobbin of roll-your-own cigarette paper. The applying step is carried out by flexography, photogravure or indirect flexographic printing.
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