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20120115975 | UV-Curable Coating Compositions, Multi-Component Composite Coatings, and Related Coated Substrates - Disclosed herein are solventborne liquid UV-curable coating compositions comprising: a radiation curable compound comprising an acrylate-terminated compound having greater than two unsaturated sites, wherein the acrylate-terminated compound comprises a reaction product of reactants comprising: an adduct of a polyisocyanate, wherein the adduct of a polyisocyanate comprises a reaction product of reactants comprising a polyisocyanate comprising greater than two isocyanate groups and a compound having groups reactive with the isocyanate groups of the polyisocyanate; and an active hydrogen-containing acrylate; and a photoinitiator composition that includes a first photoinitiator composition for providing surface cure and a second photoinitiator composition for providing through cure of the resultant coating layer. Also disclosed are related multi-component composite coatings, coated substrates, and methods for coating a substrate. | 05-10-2012 |
20120148846 | COLOR PLUS CLEAR COATING SYSTEMS EXHIBITING DESIRABLE APPEARANCE AND FINGERPRINT RESISTANCE PROPERTIES AND RELATED METHODS - Disclosed are methods of forming a multi-component composite coating on a substrate. The methods include applying a transparent radiation curable film-forming composition onto a colored base coat deposited upon a substrate to form a transparent top coat over the basecoat. The colored base coat includes a colorant and a film-forming resin, and the transparent radiation curable film-forming composition includes a fluorine-containing radiation curable compound. | 06-14-2012 |
20120148848 | POLYMERIC SUBSTRATES HAVING A THIN METAL FILM AND FINGERPRINT RESISTANT CLEAR COATING DEPOSITED THEREON AND RELATED METHODS - Disclosed are methods of coating a polymeric substrate. The methods include (a) depositing a thin metal film onto the polymeric substrate, and (b) depositing a transparent radiation curable film-forming composition onto a thin metal film, wherein the transparent radiation curable film-forming composition comprises a fluorine-containing radiation curable compound. | 06-14-2012 |
20150210587 | METHOD OF FORMING A COATED GLASS SUBSTRATE - A method of forming a coated glass substrate is described, which involves: (a) applying a first composition that includes a hydrolysable silane to a surface of a glass substrate, thereby forming a treated surface of the glass substrate; (b) applying to the treated surface a second composition that includes a fluorinated polyether modified silane, thereby forming an intermediate coated glass substrate; and (c) subjecting the intermediate coated glass substrate to elevated temperature, thereby curing the second composition and forming the coated glass substrate. The method of the present invention results in the formation, with some embodiments, of coated glass substrates that possess anti-fouling properties. | 07-30-2015 |
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20080305357 | COLOR MATCHING PROCESS FOR MAXIMIZING HIDING AND WORKABILITY WITH WATERBORNE COATING COMPOSITIONS - A method of selecting tints for a colored coating composition is disclosed. The method includes (a) providing a plurality of tints, each tint comprising a pigment dispersed in a resinous carrier binder; (b) preparing a plurality coating composition, each coating compositions comprising a resinous coating binder and at least one of the tints, the total binder content being the amount of carrier binder and coating binder; (c) determining the absorbance of radiation in a wavelength band of each coating composition; (d) identifying coating compositions of step (b) having a maximum weight ratio of pigment to total binder and a maximum amount of resinous carrier binder and exhibiting a minimum absorbance in the wavelength band; and (e) selecting the tints from the coating compositions identified in step (d) for use in preparing a colored coating composition. | 12-11-2008 |
20090173633 | COATING LINE AND PROCESS FOR FORMING A MULTILAYER COMPONENT COATING ON A SUBSTRATE - A process for forming a multilayer composite coating on a substrate is provided. The process includes forming an electrodeposition coating layer on the substrate by electrodeposition of a curable electrodepositable coating composition over at least a portion of the substrate. Optionally, the coated substrate is heated to a temperature and for a time sufficient to cure the electrodeposition coating layer. A basecoating layer is formed on the electrodeposition coating layer by depositing an aqueous curable basecoating composition directly onto at least a portion of the electrodeposition coating layer. Optionally, the basecoating layer is dehydrated. A top coating layer is formed on the basecoating layer by depositing a curable top coating composition which is substantially pigment-free directly onto at least a portion of the basecoating layer. The top coating layer, the basecoating layer, and, optionally, the electrodeposition coating layer are cured simultaneously. | 07-09-2009 |
20110281115 | CURABLE FILM-FORMING COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING ORTHO-HYDROXYL AROMATIC FUNCTIONAL ACRYLIC POLYMERS - The present invention is directed to curable film-forming compositions comprising a film-forming resin and a crosslinking agent. The film-forming resin contains a polymer having functional aromatic groups derived from functional aromatic acids. | 11-17-2011 |
20120160685 | COATING LINE AND PROCESS FOR FORMING A MULTILAYER COMPONENT COATING ON A SUBSTRATE - A process for forming a multilayer composite coating on a substrate is provided. The process includes forming an electrodeposition coating layer on the substrate by electrodeposition of a curable electrodepositable coating composition over at least a portion of the substrate. Optionally, the coated substrate is heated to a temperature and for a time sufficient to cure the electrodeposition coating layer. A basecoating layer is formed on the electrodeposition coating layer by depositing an aqueous curable basecoating composition directly onto at least a portion of the electrodeposition coating layer. Optionally, the basecoating layer is dehydrated. A top coating layer is formed on the basecoating layer by depositing a curable top coating composition which is substantially pigment-free directly onto at least a portion of the basecoating layer. The top coating layer, the basecoating layer, and, optionally, the electrodeposition coating layer are cured simultaneously. | 06-28-2012 |
20150210883 | COATING PROCESSES USING WATERBORNE CURABLE FILM-FORMING COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING POLYMERS DERIVED FROM NATURAL GAS RAW MATERIALS - A method is provided for forming a composite coating on a substrate comprising:
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20120148594 | MIMOTOPES OF HIV AND USES THEREOF - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits for treating and or preventing diseases having immunological components associated with their etiology and/or progression (e.g., an HIV infection). A mimotope that mimics an epitope of an antigen may be administered to an individual to induce or enhance an immune response for the treatment of a disease. For example, HIV envelope-like polypeptides (wild-type HIV polypeptides and mimotopes) may be administered to an individual so as to induce a protective immune response to HIV. Alternatively, antibodies directed to a mimotope may be administered to an individual to treat or prevent a disease. Antibodies directed to HIV envelope-like polypeptides may be administered to an individual to treat or prevent an HIV infection and/or one or more symptoms associated with the infection (e.g., AIDS). In another embodiment, the invention provides compositions and methods for isolating an epitope specific B cell. | 06-14-2012 |
20120183533 | MIMOTOPES OF HIV ENV - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits for treating and or preventing an HIV infection. For example, HIV envelope-like polypeptides (wild-type HIV polypeptides and mimotopes) may be administered to an individual so as to induce a protective immune response to HIV. Alternatively, antibodies directed to the HIV envelope-like polypeptides may be administered to an individual to treat or prevent an HIV infection and/or one or more symptoms associated with the infection (e.g., AIDS). | 07-19-2012 |
20140037619 | MIMOTOPES OF HIV ENV - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits for treating and or preventing an HIV infection. For example, HIV envelope-like polypeptides (wild-type HIV polypeptides and mimotopes) may be administered to an individual so as to induce a protective immune response to HIV. Alternatively, antibodies directed to the HIV envelope-like polypeptides may be administered to an individual to treat or prevent an HIV infection and/or one or more symptoms associated with the infection (e.g., AIDS). | 02-06-2014 |
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20140056868 | Supercoiled MiniVectors as a Tool for DNA Repair, Alteration and Replacement - In some embodiments the present disclosure provides a composition for targeted alteration of a DNA sequence and methods of altering the targeted DNA sequence using the composition. In some embodiments such a composition comprises a MiniVector comprising a nucleic acid sequence template for homology-directed repair, alteration, or replacement of the targeted DNA sequence within a cell in vivo or in vitro, where the MiniVector lacks both a bacterial origin of replication and an antibiotic selection gene, and wherein the MiniVector has a size up to about 2,500 base pairs. In further embodiments of the present disclosure the nucleic acid sequence template for the homology-directed repair, alteration, or replacement of the targeted DNA sequence comprises at least one portion of the template complementary to a nucleic acid sequence near the targeted DNA sequence to be altered; and at least one portion of the template which is not complementary to the targeted DNA sequence to be altered, wherein the non-complementary portion of the nucleic acid template contains the alteration desired in the targeted DNA sequence. In some embodiments, the composition further comprises at least one site-specific nuclease. Further embodiments of the present disclosure pertain to a method of treating a genetic disorder, or other condition, in a subject in need thereof. | 02-27-2014 |
20150376645 | SUPERCOILED MINIVECTORS AS A TOOL FOR DNA REPAIR, ALTERATION AND REPLACEMENT - In some embodiments the present disclosure provides a composition for targeted alteration of a DNA sequence and methods of altering the targeted DNA sequence using the composition. In some embodiments such a composition comprises a MiniVector comprising a nucleic acid sequence template for homology-directed repair, alteration, or replacement of the targeted DNA sequence within a cell in vivo or in vitro, where the MiniVector lacks both a bacterial origin of replication and an antibiotic selection gene, and wherein the Mini Vector has a size up to about 2,500 base pairs. | 12-31-2015 |
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20090069983 | OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FOR USE IN MILITARY LAND VEHICLES AND OTHER VEHICLES - Occupant restraint systems for use in land vehicles and other vehicles are disclosed herein. A restraint system configured in accordance with an embodiment of the invention includes an elongate belt or web configured to extend across an occupant seated in a vehicle, such as a military land vehicle. A proximal end portion of the elongate web is operably coupled to a web retractor. The web retractor carries an electrically actuated web locking device operably coupled to an acceleration sensor. The acceleration sensor sends an electrical signal to the web locking device in response to vehicle acceleration in, for example, a vertical direction above a preset magnitude. The web locking device responds to the electrical signal by at least temporarily preventing the retractor from paying out web. | 03-12-2009 |
20100001139 | SWIVELING PENDANT ASSEMBLIES FOR AERIALLY TRANSPORTING CARGO AND ASSOCIATED METHODS OF USE AND MANUFACTURE - Cargo pendant assemblies for transporting cargo with aircraft and other cargo movers are disclosed herein. A pendant assembly configured in accordance with one embodiment of the disclosure includes a pendant line having a first end portion opposite a second end portion. The second end portion is configured to be releasably attached to the aerial vehicle or other type of cargo transporter. The pendant assembly also includes a swivel attached to the first end portion of the pendant line, and a hook attached to the swivel. The hook is configured to releasably retain the cargo and rotate about the swivel independent of the pendant line and without twisting the pendant line. The pendant assembly further includes a release actuator that extends through at least a portion of the swivel and is operably coupled to the hook. The release actuator allows a user to release the cargo from the hook. | 01-07-2010 |
20100193639 | Aerial Transport Apparatus - The invention provides a cargo hook apparatus for securing cargo external to an aircraft for transportation, the apparatus comprising, pendent sling means, an attachment for securing the pendent sling means to the aircraft, and a cargo hook assembly, where the cargo hook assembly comprises a high-strength, lightweight alloy, and where the cargo hook assembly weighs less than about 55 pounds. | 08-05-2010 |
20100213753 | TENSIONING APPARATUSES FOR OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Tensioning apparatuses for occupant restraint systems and associated systems and methods. In one embodiment, an occupant restraint system for a vehicle can include a flexible web configured to extend across at least a portion of an occupant seated in the vehicle and an electrically actuated web retractor operably coupled to a proximal end portion of the web. The web retractor is configured to automatically wind and unwind the web. The system also includes an acceleration sensor operably coupled to the electrically actuated web retractor. The acceleration sensor is configured to send an electrical signal to the web retractor in response to a vehicle acceleration above a preset magnitude. In response to the signal, the web retractor is configured to (a) retract the web, and/or (b) at least temporarily prevent the web from moving inwardly or outwardly. | 08-26-2010 |
20100219667 | SEAT HARNESS PRETENSIONER - Various embodiments of seat harness pretensioning devices for use in land, air, and sea vehicles are described herein. In one embodiment, a seat unit for use in a military land vehicle or helicopter includes a stroking device that enables the seat to move downwardly in response to an explosion or hard landing, respectively. The seat unit also includes a seat belt or harness that extends around the occupant in the seat. Downward movement of the seat in response to an explosion or hard landing causes a tensioning system to automatically pretension the seat harness. | 09-02-2010 |
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20120025588 | SEAT HARNESS PRETENSIONER - Various embodiments of seat harness pretensioning devices for use in land, air, and sea vehicles are described herein. In one embodiment, a seat unit for use in a military land vehicle or helicopter includes a stroking device that enables the seat to move downwardly in response to sudden movement. The seat unit also includes a seat belt or harness that extends around the occupant in the seat. Sudden movement of the seat in response to an explosion or hard landing causes a tensioning system to automatically pretension the seat harness. | 02-02-2012 |
20130127229 | TENSIONING APPARATUSES FOR OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Tensioning apparatuses for occupant restraint systems and associated systems and methods. In one embodiment, an occupant restraint system for a vehicle can include a flexible web configured to extend across at least a portion of an occupant seated in the vehicle and an electrically actuated web retractor operably coupled to a proximal end portion of the web. The web retractor is configured to automatically wind and unwind the web. The system also includes an acceleration sensor operably coupled to the electrically actuated web retractor. The acceleration sensor is configured to send an electrical signal to the web retractor in response to a vehicle acceleration above a preset magnitude. In response to the signal, the web retractor is configured to (a) retract the web, and/or (b) at least temporarily prevent the web from moving inwardly or outwardly. | 05-23-2013 |
20140167459 | SEAT HARNESS PRETENSIONER - Various embodiments of seat harness pretensioning devices for use in land, air, and sea vehicles are described herein. In one embodiment, a seat unit for use in a military land vehicle or helicopter includes a stroking device that enables the seat to move downwardly in response to sudden movement. The seat unit also includes a seat belt or harness that extends around the occupant in the seat. Sudden movement of the seat in response to an explosion or hard landing causes a tensioning system to automatically pretension the seat harness. | 06-19-2014 |
20140230201 | DUAL RELEASE BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Buckle assemblies with dual release features and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a buckle assembly is configured to detachably engage latch plates. The buckle assembly can include a top cover and a bottom housing collectively defining an operation space; a load plate having a plurality of apertures, an actuator configured to connect with the top cover, a plurality of pawls configured to operably enter the corresponding apertures so as to secure a plurality of latch plates, a release ring positioned adjacent to the pawls and connected with a release cord. The latch plates can be released by rotating the top cover or pulling the release cord. | 08-21-2014 |
20140230202 | BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES WITH LIFT LATCHES AND ASSOCIATED METHODS AND SYSTEMS - Buckle assemblies with lift latches and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a buckle assembly is configured to detachably engage at least one latch plate. The buckle assembly includes a cover, a load plate connected to the cover and formed with a plurality of openings, a shaft passing through the cover, a lift latch being operably rotated around the shaft in the operation space, and pawls selectively locking corresponding latch plates inserted in the openings in response to the rotation of the lift latch. | 08-21-2014 |
20150183396 | RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRETENSIONERS - Various embodiments of restraint system pretensioning devices for use in land, air, and sea vehicles are described herein. In one embodiment, a seat unit for use in a military land vehicle or helicopter includes a stroking device that enables the seat to move downwardly in response to sudden movement. The seat unit also includes a seat belt or harness that extends around the occupant in the seat. Sudden movement of the seat in response to an explosion or hard landing causes a pretensioning assembly to automatically pretension the seat harness. | 07-02-2015 |
20150352991 | SEATBELT ANCHOR SYSTEMS FOR AIRCRAFT AND OTHER VEHICLES, AND ASSOCIATED METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - The present disclosure describes apparatuses, devices and systems for attaching seatbelts to anchoring structures in aircraft and other vehicles. In some embodiments, such apparatuses include a modular connector having a base configured to be attached to an anchoring structure, a body configured to be attached to a seatbelt, and an annular lock configured to releasably couple the body to the base. In these embodiments, the body carries the lock adjacent to an aperture configured removably receive the base. When the body is pressed over the base, the base passes into the aperture and contacts the annular lock, expanding the lock outwardly around the base. The base continues moving though the aperture in the body until the lock retracts into a groove in base, thereby releasaby locking the body to the base. | 12-10-2015 |