A multi-layer elastomeric tooling for the manufacturing of composite structures is disclosed. The tooling comprises an elastomeric base material with an outer layer of fluoroelastomer. The base material can, in certain embodiments, be selected for its mechanical or thermal performance or low cost without the limitation of being a contact material. The outer material can, in various embodiments, have inferior mechanical properties, or durometers different than the base material or can be a contact or barrier material.

A novel cutting-edge structure and method and apparatus for manufacturing the cutting-edge structure is provided. The cutting-edge structure is comprised of naturally derived or renewable material at greater than 50% by volume fraction. In one embodiment, the naturally derived material is a cellulose nanostructure such as a cellulose nanocrystal. The cellulose nanocrystal is processed using a base or mold structure to provide a cutting edge of any shape such as linear or circular edge structures. The process includes dual cure steps to produce an optimal cutting-edge structure without shrinkage. The formed cutting-edge structure can be utilized as a razor blade as it is formed with very sharp tip and edge suitable for cutting hair. The base structure can form one or more cutting-edge structures simultaneously.

Described herein is a method for preparing a molded rubber product comprising a printed label that is integrally molded into the molded rubber product as part of the normal molding process in order to ensure the label becomes an integral part of the final molded rubber product. The printable label may be composed of a rubber based reflective sheeting.

Described herein is a method for preparing a molded rubber product comprising a printed label that is integrally molded into the molded rubber product as part of the normal molding process in order to ensure the label becomes an integral part of the final molded rubber product. The printable label may be composed of a rubber based reflective sheeting.

The present invention is intended to prevent resin from sticking to a molding surface of a first molding die that holds an object to be molded, without using a release film, and is a resin molding apparatus that performs resin molding on the object to be molded, the resin molding apparatus including: a first molding die that holds the object to be molded; a second molding die that is provided in a manner facing the first molding die and that has a cavity for holding resin material; and a cover plate that is provided between the object to be molded and the first molding die, that covers a molding surface of the first molding die, and that has rigidity for maintaining its own shape.

The present invention is intended to prevent resin from sticking to a molding surface of a first molding die that holds an object to be molded, without using a release film, and is a resin molding apparatus that performs resin molding on the object to be molded, the resin molding apparatus including: a first molding die that holds the object to be molded; a second molding die that is provided in a manner facing the first molding die and that has a cavity for holding resin material; and a cover plate that is provided between the object to be molded and the first molding die, that covers a molding surface of the first molding die, and that has rigidity for maintaining its own shape.

There is disclosed a sealable, flexible membrane for encapsulating a part to be isostatically pressed at an elevated temperature. The membrane includes at least one first layer of polymeric film having a melting point above the elevated temperature, and at least one second layer disposed on the first layer. The second layer comprising a metal. In one embodiment, the metal comes into contact with the part to be isostatically pressed. The membrane, which typically has a thickness ranging from 10 to about 500 μm, and is impermeable to the flow of liquids and gases when sealed, can be used to warm press parts up to about 350° C. and pressures ranging from 5,000 psi to 100.000 psi. Methods to isostatically press parts using this sealable, flexible membrane are also disclosed. Bags made from the sealable, flexible membrane that are used in isostatic presses are also disclosed.

The present disclosure relates to a mounting press for hot mounting a sample, comprising: a mounting cylinder which receives the sample and has a main cylinder axis and a cylinder opening, wherein the main cylinder axis extends inside the mounting cylinder and out through the cylinder opening, and a covering that extends around the cylinder opening, and a suction device for extracting granular material dust, granular material, or vapors, for example, wherein the suction device comprises a vacuum generator for providing a suction effect, and wherein the suction device is at least partly mounted on the covering or embedded in the covering.

The present disclosure relates to a mounting press for hot mounting a sample, comprising: a mounting cylinder which receives the sample and has a main cylinder axis and a cylinder opening, wherein the main cylinder axis extends inside the mounting cylinder and out through the cylinder opening, and a covering that extends around the cylinder opening, and a suction device for extracting granular material dust, granular material, or vapors, for example, wherein the suction device comprises a vacuum generator for providing a suction effect, and wherein the suction device is at least partly mounted on the covering or embedded in the covering.

The present invention relates to a kit comprising a mould (1; 101; 201) for kids and a powder water-sensitive mixture (M) for making a bijou through the mould, wherein the mould (1; 101; 201) comprises at least one body (2; 102) having a lower face, an opposing upper face (3) and a side wall (4) comprised between the lower face and the upper face (3), and at least one cavity (5) opened on the upper face (3) and equipped with a bottom (6), wherein the at least one body (2; 102) is of a flexible and/or deformable material, and wherein the mixture comprises polyvinyl alcohol, guar gum and ethylene vinyl acetate.