Abstract:
Disclosed is a process comprising (A) establishing a fluidized mass comprised of a chlorinated polyolefin and, optionally, an organic solvent, and (B) adding to the fluidized mass water, a surfactant and, optionally, an amine. Also disclosed is a composition containing (A) a chlorinated polyolefin, (B) optionally, an organic solvent, (C) a surfactant, (D) water, and (E) optionally, an amine.
Abstract:
An exposure feedback apparatus (32) is disclosed that includes a comparison unit (34) for receiving and comparing image data with a predetermined exposure level and generating a comparison signal indicative thereof, and a multiplexing unit (36) responsive to the comparison signal for supplying the image data to a display output line when the image data is within a desired exposure range and for alternatingly supplying the image data (30) and preselected display data (38) to the output line when the image data is outside of a desired exposure range. In operation, the alternating supply of the image data and preselected display data to the display output line causes portions of a display unit (13) coupled thereto to 'blink' when areas of the imaged scene exceed the predetermined exposure level. Thus, the user is supplied with visual feedback that is indicative of the exposure conditions of the captured image.
Abstract:
A photographic element and process provide a magenta coupler of formula (I) wherein (a) at least one of X1, X2 and R1 and at least one of R2 and R3 is a substituent individually selected from carbamoyl, alkoxycarbonyl, aryloxycarbonyl, sulfamoyl, alkylsulfonyl, arylsulfonyl, alkoxysulfonyl, aryloxysulfonyl, alkylsulfoxyl, arylsulfoxyl, acyloxy, cyano, nitro, and trifluoromethyl; (b) the substituents X1, X2, R1, R2 and R3 not selected from the (a) group may be selected from alkyl, alkoxy, aryloxy, acylamino, alkylthio, arylthio, sulfonamido, alkylureido, arylureido, alkoxycarbonylamino, aryloxycarbonylamino, and halogen and in the case of R3 hydrogen; (c) substituents R1 and R2 are para or meta to the carbon attached to the nitrogen atom; (d) a and b are 1 to 3; (e) Q is an alkylthio or arylthio coupling-off group. The element provides a deeper magenta hue and reduced blue absorption by the resulting magenta dye.
Abstract:
Fibers such as caustic-treated non-round polyester fibers are prepared having certain lubricants strongly adhered to the surfaces thereof. These fibers are prepared by contacting the fibers, such as immediately prior to a crimping means, with a suitable heated hydrophilic lubricant in a processing operation followed by heating to dry or ''bake'' the lubricant onto and/or into the surface of the fibers.
Abstract:
Provided are novel thermosetting coating compositions comprised of an acrylic copolymer and 1,3- and 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid. Also provided are shaped or formed articles coated with the cured compositions. The compositions of the invention were found to provide coatings with markedly superior hardness.
Abstract:
Disclosed is a continuous process for the manufacture of 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)hexanal wherein 2-ethylhexanal, formaldehyde and a tertiary amine are continuously fed to a reaction zone and crude product comprising an aqueous phase and an organic phase containing 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)hexanal and 2-ethylhexanal is continuously removed from the reaction zone. Also disclosed are processes for (1) the azeotropic distillation of the organic phase of the crude product whereby unreacted 2-ethylhexanal is recovered and (2) the catalytic hydrogenation of the refined, organic phase of the crude product to produce 2-butyl-2-ethyl-1,3-propanediol.
Abstract:
Aluminum, or an alloy thereof, is grained in a two-stage process wherein it is subjected to an electric current while immersed in an acidic electrolyte solution, such as a solution comprised of hydrochloric acid and aluminum chloride. Current density in the first stage of the process is at least as great and preferably substantially greater than in the second stage, while both treatment time and current consumption in the first stage are less than in the second stage. The process provides a fine uniform grain that is essentially free of pits and is especially beneficial for use in the manufacture of aluminum supports for lithographic printing plates.
Abstract:
A color printer includes a recording element (1) which is advanced along a path to receive color-separation images of a desired multicolor image to be printed. Color-separation image recording is effected by a laser scanner (L) which operates asynchronously with respect to the movement of the recording element and functions to periodically scan an intensity-modulated beam of radiation across the moving recording element to record a multitude of equally spaced image lines that collectively define a two-dimensional latent image. In response to a print enable signal (PE), the laser scanner begins scanning the first line of a color-separation image at any time within a line-time interval (SLT) required to scan each image line. According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the print enable signal is provided a predetermined fraction (e.g. 1/2) of the line-time interval (SLT) earlier for the second and subsequent color-separation images of a desired multicolor image than it is for the first color-separation image. In this manner, the color-separated images are better registered with respect to a nominal position on the recording element.
Abstract:
Feedback control for receiver member in-track registration for immediacy of registration error correction and improved long term in-track registration accuracy. In an electrostatographic reproduction apparatus or the like, a receiver member is fed at a preselected time from a supply and transported along a travel path, including a registration mechanism adapted to selectively intercept the travel path. The receiver member is stopped at the intercept position, and a desired dwell time for the receiver member at the intercept position, prior to actuation of the registration mechanism, is established. After expiration of the dwell time, the registration mechanism is actuated to advance the receiver member from the intercept position into association with a marking particle developed image. The receiver member is sensed at a predetermined location downstream of the registration mechanism and a signal indicative thereof is provided. In response to the signal indicative of sensing the receiver member at the downstream location, the time for sensing a receiver member is determined, and such determined time is compared to an absolute reproduction apparatus time expected for sensing of a receiver member. Thereafter, in response to such comparison, feedback is provided to alter the time for actuating the registration mechanism and, based on such altered actuation time, altering starting of the dwell period.
Abstract:
Automatic titration method and apparatus provides for adjustment of the electric potential of a solution. A programmed computer responsive to iterative measurements of the potential regulates a two-phase adjustment process which approaches the desired electric potential (overall aim) using sub-aims thereby preventing overshoot of the overall aim.