Abstract

Provided is a vapor-deposited aluminum pigment dispersion which achieves both of specular gloss and water resistance which allows usage as an waterborne paint. The pigment dispersion includes: a vapor-deposited aluminum pigment; an organic phosphoric acid compound having a straight chain alkyl group having eight or more carbon atoms; and a solvent, the vapor-deposited aluminum pigment is coated at least partially with at least a part of the organic phosphoric acid compound, and the vapor-deposited aluminum pigment dispersion has a viscosity of less than one Pas when the viscosity is measured by Brookfield RVT DV2T HB-type Viscometer (at 20° C., CPA-40Z cone spindle, and 20 rpm).

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 17/00 - Pigment pastes, e.g. for mixing in paints
• C09C 1/64 - Aluminium
• C09C 3/08 - Treatment with low-molecular-weight organic compounds
• C09D 5/02 - Emulsion paints
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds

Abstract

Provided are an aluminum foil that is suitable as a reflective plate for evenly sterilizing a space to be sterilized, and a method for producing the aluminum foil. The aluminum foil has an uneven surface in which dimple-shaped recesses and protrusions are formed. The area ratio of second phase particles present within a predetermined area of the uneven surface is 0.10% or less, the arithmetic mean curvature Spc (1/mm) of the dimple-shaped protrusions is 3,700-10,000, and the peak density (1/mm2) of the dimple-shaped recesses is 1,600,000-4,500,000.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23F 1/36 - Alkaline compositions for etching aluminium or alloys thereof
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon

Abstract

The present invention provides an electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors, the electrode material being capable of exhibiting a high capacitance required for capacitors and having suppressed equivalent series resistance (ESR), and provides a method for producing the electrode material. The present invention provides an electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors, the electrode material being capable of exhibiting a high capacitance required for capacitors and having suppressed equivalent series resistance (ESR), and provides a method for producing the electrode material. The present invention provides an electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors, comprising a sintered body of an aluminum alloy powder on at least one surface of a substrate, wherein the substrate is an aluminum foil substrate or an aluminum alloy foil substrate, and the aluminum alloy powder contains Fe in an amount of 2 to 499 mass ppm.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01G 9/045 - Electrodes characterised by the material based on aluminium
• B22F 1/05 - Metallic powder characterised by the size or surface area of the particles
• B22F 3/10 - Sintering only
• B22F 3/24 - After-treatment of workpieces or articles
• B22F 7/04 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite layers with one or more layers not made from powder, e.g. made from solid metal
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C23C 24/08 - Coating starting from inorganic powder by application of heat or pressure and heat
• C23C 28/00 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• H01G 9/00 - Electrolytic capacitors, rectifiers, detectors, switching devices, light-sensitive or temperature-sensitive devices; Processes of their manufacture

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide an aluminum alloy foil for a current collector, the aluminum alloy foil having excellent tensile strength and elongation after foil rolling, as well as after low-temperature heat treatment which is expected to occur during the battery manufacturing process, especially after 120°C heat treatment. The aluminum alloy foil for a battery current collector has a composition containing 0.15 mass% or more and less than 0.3 mass% of Fe and more than 0.8 mass% and less than 1.5 mass% of Si, with the remainder comprising Al and inevitable impurities, wherein the average equivalent circle diameter of intermetallic compounds present on the surface of the aluminum alloy foil is 1.0 μm or less, and the number density of intermetallic compounds that are present on the surface of the aluminum alloy foil and have an equivalent circle diameter of more than 3.0 μm is 2.0×102/mm2 or less.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• B21B 3/00 - Rolling materials of special alloys so far as the composition of the alloy requires or permits special rolling methods or sequences
• B22D 11/06 - Continuous casting of metals, i.e. casting in indefinite lengths into moulds with travelling walls, e.g. with rolls, plates, belts, caterpillars
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• H01M 4/66 - Selection of materials
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a hydrogen generator capable of achieving a required hydrogen generation amount when desired even if the same has been stored for a relatively long period. [Solution] A hydrogen generator comprises: a shaped body in which hydrogen generating particles that generate hydrogen when contacting water are dispersed in a matrix; and a protection layer that is formed on the surface of the shaped body. The hydrogen generator is characterized in that: (1) the matrix contains a resin component and substantially contains no cyclic olefin copolymer and no cyclic olefin polymer; (2) the protection layer contains at least one type from among the cyclic olefin copolymer and the cyclic olefin polymer; and (3) the content of the hydrogen generating particles in the shaped body is 0.1-0.45 wt%.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 3/06 - Production of hydrogen or of gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen by reaction of inorganic compounds containing electro-positively bound hydrogen, e.g. water, acids, bases, ammonia, with inorganic reducing agents
• C01B 6/04 - Hydrides of alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, beryllium or magnesium; Addition complexes thereof

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a simpler method for evaluating hiding power. [Solution] This hiding power evaluation method is for evaluating the hiding power of a particle-containing body containing particles of which the hiding power thereof is to be evaluated, and comprises a step for calculating the degree of absorption (Abs) of electromagnetic waves according to the following formula (1) on the basis of the amount (I) of electromagnetic waves transmitted by the particle-containing body and a base material and the amount (I0) of electromagnetic waves transmitted by the base material and a non-particle-containing body that has the same composition as the particle-containing body except that the same contains no particles. (1): Abs=-log(I/I0)

IPC Classes  ?

• G01N 21/59 - Transmissivity
• C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
• C09D 201/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified macromolecular compounds

Abstract

The present invention provides an aluminum molded body having high thermal conductivity as well as higher strength than a rolled material, and a method for producing the aluminum molded body. More specifically, provided are an aluminum molded body having a thermal conductivity of 180 W/mK or higher and higher strength than a rolled material of the same composition, and a method with which it is possible to efficiently produce the aluminum molded body even when the shape thereof is complex. An aluminum layered molded body obtained by molding through an additive manufacturing method according to the present invention is characterized in that: an aluminum material containing 0.001-2.5 mass % of a transition metal element that forms a eutectic with Al, the balance being Al and unavoidable impurities, is used as a raw material; and the thermal conductivity is 180 W/mK or higher.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22C 1/04 - Making non-ferrous alloys by powder metallurgy

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a hydrogen generator that can suppress the absorption of unneeded components even when stored for a relatively long period of time and yet that can effectively generate hydrogen gas in use. [Solution] A hydrogen generator characterized by containing a molded article in which hydrogen-generating particles generating hydrogen upon contact with water are dispersed in a matrix containing at least one selected from a cyclic olefin copolymer, a polyamide and polybutylene terephthalate as a first resin component.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 3/04 - Production of hydrogen or of gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen by decomposition of inorganic compounds, e.g. ammonia
• B65D 65/38 - Packaging materials of special type or form
• C01B 3/08 - Production of hydrogen or of gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen by reaction of inorganic compounds containing electro-positively bound hydrogen, e.g. water, acids, bases, ammonia, with inorganic reducing agents with metals

Abstract

A problem addressed by the present invention is to provide a novel technique with which is possible to suppress the introduction of dislocation into a growth layer. The present invention, which solves the above problem, is a method for producing an aluminum nitride substrate, the method including a processing step for removing part of silicon carbide substrate and forming a pattern that includes a minor angle, and a crystal growth step for forming an aluminum nitride growth layer on the silicon carbide substrate on which the patter has been formed. The present invention is also a method for suppressing the introduction of dislocation into the aluminum nitride growth layer, the method including a processing step for removing part of the silicon carbide substrate and forming a pattern that includes a minor angle before forming a growth layer on a base substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 23/02 - Epitaxial-layer growth
• C30B 29/40 - AIIIBV compounds

Abstract

A metal powder for additive manufacturing is used (i) which includes, as a main component, aluminum, and not less than 0.20% by mass and not more than 13% by mass of at least one alloy element other than the aluminum, selected from iron, manganese, chromium, nickel and zirconium, and (ii) in which the content of iron is less than 4.5% by mass.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 1/00 - Metallic powder; Treatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
• B22F 10/28 - Powder bed fusion, e.g. selective laser melting [SLM] or electron beam melting [EBM]
• C22C 1/04 - Making non-ferrous alloys by powder metallurgy
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium

Abstract

100 of the aluminum multilayer body; the 0.2% proof stress of the aluminum multilayer body in the rolling direction is more than 50.0 N/mm2; the elongation at break of the aluminum multilayer body in the rolling direction is 30.0% or more; and the transverse strain ratio of the aluminum multilayer body in the transverse direction of rolling is 0.60 or more.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 9/00 - Screening of apparatus or components against electric or magnetic fields
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• B32B 15/08 - 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
• 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 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• B32B 27/06 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin as the main or only constituent of a layer next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon

Abstract

There is provided a rust preventive pigment capable of achieving both high stability in water or an aqueous medium, and excellent rust preventive capability and adhesion of an obtained rust preventive film, and a rust preventive coating composition with which a rust preventive film can be obtained that excels in stability of a rust preventive pigment and that excels in rust preventive capability and adhesion. The rust preventive coating composition of the present invention contains a rust preventive pigment comprising one or more among particles of zinc or a zinc alloy that has had at least a portion of the surface thereof treated with phosphoric acid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 5/10 - Anti-corrosive paints containing metal dust
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
• C09D 183/02 - Polysilicates

Abstract

Objects of the present invention are to provide an electrically conductive adhesive which is capable of suppressing a rise in an electric resistance value of a joining part between an electronic component and a substrate under high temperature and high humidity while a specific resistance value is suppressed to be low; an electronic circuit using such electrically conductive adhesive; and a method for manufacturing such electronic circuit. According to the present invention, provided is the electrically conductive adhesive which includes an electrically conductive filler, a surface of the electrically conductive filler being a coating layer including silver, a compounded amount of the electrically conductive filler being 29.0 vol. % to 63.0 vol. % with respect to the electrically conductive adhesive, a compounded amount of the silver being 3.5 vol. % to 7.0 vol. % with respect to the electrically conductive adhesive. In addition, also provided are an electronic circuit using the electrically conductive adhesive of the present invention and a method for manufacturing such electronic circuit.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 1/09 - Use of materials for the metallic pattern
• H05K 3/38 - Improvement of the adhesion between the insulating substrate and the metal

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a laminate that is capable of maintaining good water repellency or oil repellency even after a long period of contact with oil or water. [Solution] A laminate comprising a base material and a functional layer, said laminate being characterized in that (1) the functional layer includes a three-dimensional network structure, and (2) the three-dimensional network structure includes (a) at least one type of functional particles from among (a1) composite particles that have a coating layer containing a polyfluoroalkyl methacrylate resin on the surface of inorganic oxide fine particles and (a2) hydrophobic particles, and (b) a hydrophobic resin containing fluorine.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
• B32B 5/16 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer formed of particles, e.g. chips, chopped fibres, powder
• B32B 27/14 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin next to a particulate layer
• B65D 65/40 - Applications of laminates for particular packaging purposes
• C08J 7/04 - Coating

Abstract

23223223222O, and which does not substantially contain PbO.

IPC Classes  ?

• C03C 8/16 - Glass frit mixtures having non-frit additions, e.g. opacifiers, colorants, mill additions with vehicle or suspending agents, e.g. slip
• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes
• H01L 31/068 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof adapted as photovoltaic [PV] conversion devices characterised by at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier the potential barriers being only of the PN homojunction type, e.g. bulk silicon PN homojunction solar cells or thin film polycrystalline silicon PN homojunction solar cells

Abstract

Provided is an anti-icing/snow protection laminate capable of maintaining a state in which snow is not substantially stuck. The anti-icing/snow protection laminate includes a base material, a filling-particles-containing layer, and a function layer in this order. The laminate is characterized in that (1) the filling-particles-containing layer contains first filling-particles having an average particle diameter D50 of 15 to 50 μm and second filling-particles having an average particle diameter D50 of 8 to 12 μm in a matrix containing at least one type of resin components of a thermoplastic resin and a thermosetting resin, (2) the content of the first filling-particles is 12 to 120 parts by weight relative to 100 parts by weight of a resin, (3) the content of the second filling particles is 12 to 80 parts by weight relative to 100 parts by weight of a resin, and (4) hydrophobic oxide fine particles having an average primary particle diameter of 3 to 100 nm form a three-dimensional net structure in the function layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents

Abstract

An object of the present invention is to provide a novel technique capable of manufacturing a large-diameter AlN substrate. An object of the present invention is to provide a novel technique capable of manufacturing a large-diameter AlN substrate. The present invention is a method for manufacturing an AlN substrate, including a crystal growth step S30 of forming an AlN layer 20 on a SiC underlying substrate 10 having through holes 11. In addition, the present invention is a method for forming an AlN layer including the through hole formation step S20 of forming the through holes 11 in the SiC underlying substrate 10 before forming the AlN layer 20 on the SiC underlying substrate 10.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 23/02 - Epitaxial-layer growth
• C30B 29/40 - AIIIBV compounds
• C30B 23/06 - Heating of the deposition chamber, the substrate, or the materials to be evaporated
• H01L 21/02 - Manufacture or treatment of semiconductor devices or of parts thereof

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide an aluminum alloy foil for printed wiring boards which is excellent for fine-line etching for circuit wiring and which has high strength that makes breaks unlikely. Provided is an aluminum alloy foil, said aluminum alloy foil having a Ca content of not less than 1.0 mass% but less than 4.5 mass% and an Fe content of not less than 0.02 mass% but less than 1.3 mass%, with the remainder being Al and other trace elements, wherein the average crystal grain diameter, as measured via an electron backscatter diffraction method with the aluminum alloy foil surface as an observation surface and with a crystal grain boundary orientation difference of not less than 15°, may be not more than 12 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper

Abstract

A composite pigment containing a substrate particle and a pigment layer arranged on a surface of the substrate particle, wherein the pigment layer contains a pigment, a resin and a metal oxide, and the metal oxide contains at least one selected from the group consisting of a silicon oxide, a polysiloxane, and composites thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/40 - Compounds of aluminium
• C09C 1/64 - Aluminium
• C09C 3/00 - Treatment in general of inorganic materials, other than fibrous fillers, to enhance their pigmenting or filling properties

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a highly corrosion-resistant and highly electroconductive aluminum foil produced by laminating, etc., on a surface of an aluminum foil, a substance which is different from aluminum, where the amount of the substance is reduced to a level that does not require segregation or the like, and to provide a method for producing the same. The present invention provides a highly corrosion-resistant and highly electroconductive aluminum foil comprising an aluminum foil substrate and cyclic siloxane attached to at least one surface of the aluminum foil substrate, the amount of the siloxane attached, as determined by a gas chromatography analysis, being 10 μg/m2or greater but less than 100 μg/m2. Also provided is a method for producing the aluminum foil.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 26/00 - Coating not provided for in groups
• B32B 15/08 - 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
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22C 21/02 - Alloys based on aluminium with silicon as the next major constituent
• C22C 21/06 - Alloys based on aluminium with magnesium as the next major constituent

Abstract

A coated pigment is used which includes a base of which at least the surface is composed of a light-transmitting material; and a magnetite layer coating the base, and having a crystal lattice constant of not less than 8.35 Å. At least one selected from the group consisting of silica, alumina, glass, mica and a resin is usable as the light-transmitting material.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds

Abstract

The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a novel technique that can remove a strained layer introduced into an aluminum nitride substrate. In order to solve this problem, the present aluminum nitride substrate manufacturing method involves a strained layer removal step for removing a strained layer in an aluminum nitride substrate by heat treatment of the aluminum nitride substrate in a nitrogen atmosphere. In this way, the present invention can remove a strained layer that has been introduced into an aluminum nitride substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 33/02 - Heat treatment
• C30B 33/04 - After-treatment of single crystals or homogeneous polycrystalline material with defined structure using electric or magnetic fields or particle radiation
• C30B 29/40 - AIIIBV compounds
• B23K 26/382 - Removing material by boring or cutting by boring
• B23K 26/402 - Removing material taking account of the properties of the material involved involving non-metallic material, e.g. isolators

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a laminate that demonstrates outstanding water repellency or oil repellency even under harsh use conditions or long-term use conditions. [Solution] Provided is a laminate comprising a) a base material layer, b) a primer layer, and c) a group of water-repellent and/or oil-repellent microparticles anchored in the interior of and/or onto the surface of the primer layer, the laminate being characterized in that (1) the primer layer contains an adhesive resin, (2) a portion or all of the adhesive resin is a thermosetting resin, (3) the thermosetting resin accounts for 5 to 100% by mass of the primer layer, and (4) a portion or the entirety of the microparticle group forms a functional layer having a three-dimensional reticular structure, and a portion or the entirety of the microparticle group is exposed on the epi-surface of the laminate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 27/20 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin characterised by the use of special additives using fillers, pigments, thixotroping agents
• C09D 5/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, characterised by their physical nature or the effects produced; Filling pastes
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
• C09D 201/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified macromolecular compounds

Abstract

An object of the present invention is to provide a novel technique capable of suppressing the occurrence of cracks in an AlN layer. An object of the present invention is to provide a novel technique capable of suppressing the occurrence of cracks in an AlN layer. The present invention is a method for manufacturing an AlN substrate, the method including: an embrittlement processing step S10 of reducing strength of a SiC underlying substrate 10; and a crystal growth step S20 of forming an AlN layer 20 on the SiC underlying substrate 10. In addition, the present invention is a method for suppressing the occurrence of cracks in the AlN layer 20, the method including the embrittlement processing step S10 of reducing the strength of the SiC underlying substrate 10 before forming the AlN layer 20 on the SiC underlying substrate 10.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 21/67 - Apparatus specially adapted for handling semiconductor or electric solid state devices during manufacture or treatment thereof; Apparatus specially adapted for handling wafers during manufacture or treatment of semiconductor or electric solid state devices or components
• H01L 23/00 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details of semiconductor or other solid state devices
• H01L 29/16 - Semiconductor bodies characterised by the materials of which they are formed including, apart from doping materials or other impurities, only elements of Group IV of the Periodic System in uncombined form
• H01L 29/20 - Semiconductor bodies characterised by the materials of which they are formed including, apart from doping materials or other impurities, only AIIIBV compounds

Abstract

The purpose of the present is to provide a modified AlN source for suppressing downfall defects. This manufacturing method of a modified aluminum nitride source involves a heat treatment step for heat treating an aluminum nitride source and generating an aluminum nitride sintered body.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 21/072 - Binary compounds of nitrogen with metals, with silicon, or with boron with aluminium
• C30B 23/06 - Heating of the deposition chamber, the substrate, or the materials to be evaporated
• C30B 35/00 - Apparatus not otherwise provided for, specially adapted for the growth, production or after-treatment of single crystals or of a homogeneous polycrystalline material with defined structure
• C30B 29/40 - AIIIBV compounds

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide an aluminum alloy molded body that has excellent thermal stability and does not contain a rare earth element, and to provide a production method for the same. More specifically, the present invention provides an aluminum alloy molded body that has a high degree of hardness even at 200° C., and a method which enables efficient production of the same even if the aluminum alloy molded body has a complicated shape. An aluminum alloy laminated molded body according to the present invention, which is molded using an additive manufacturing method, is characterized in that: the raw material therefor is an aluminum alloy material containing 2-10 mass % of a transition metal element that forms a eutectic crystal with Al, with the remainder being Al and unavoidable impurities; the relative density thereof is at least 98.5%; a metal structure is composed of a primary crystal a (Al) and a compound composed of Al and the transition metal element; and the spacing of the compound in a region excluding the boundary of a melt pool is no more than 200 nm.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 10/28 - Powder bed fusion, e.g. selective laser melting [SLM] or electron beam melting [EBM]
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• B22F 10/64 - Treatment of workpieces or articles after build-up by thermal means
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing
• B33Y 40/20 - Post-treatment, e.g. curing, coating or polishing

Abstract

An object of the present invention is to provide an additive manufactured object which is free of solidification cracking due to, e.g., heat shrinkage during additive manufacturing of an aluminum alloy; which is free of anisotropy in strength, and has high strength and ductility. An aluminum alloy powder for additive manufacturing includes aluminum alloy particles in which not less than 0.01% by mass and not more than 1% by mass of a grain refiner is trapped. This grain refiner is at least one selected from the borides and carbides of group 4 elements.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 1/12 - Metallic powder containing non-metallic particles
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• B22F 10/38 - Process control to achieve specific product aspects, e.g. surface smoothness, density, porosity or hollow structures

Abstract

A solar cell module is disclosed including, in sequence from a light-receiving surface side, a surface glass layer having a thickness of 0.4 mm or more and 1.6 mm or less, a first sealing layer, cells, a second sealing layer, and a back protective layer, wherein the back protective layer comprises, in sequence from a side closer to the second sealing layer, a first easy-adhesion resin layer having adhesiveness to the second sealing layer, a second resin sheet layer having a flexural modulus of 1500 MPa or more and 4000 MPa or less, a third resin layer being in a foam state and having a flexural modulus of 200 MPa or more and 1000 MPa or less, and a fourth resin layer having a flexural modulus of 10000 MPa or more and 45000 MPa or less.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/049 - Protective back sheets
• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules

Abstract

A solar cell module is disclosed including, in sequence from a light-receiving surface side, a surface glass layer having a thickness of 0.4 mm or more and 1.6 mm or less, a first sealing layer, cells, a second sealing layer, and a back protective layer, wherein the back protective layer comprises, in sequence from a side closer to the second sealing layer, a first resin sheet layer having a flexural modulus of 1500 MPa or more and 5000 MPa or less, a second resin layer having a maximum bending load of 8N/10 mm or more and 100N/10 mm or less, wherein the maximum bending load is measured by a method in accordance with a bending test (JIS K7171) except that only the span between supports is changed to 48 mm, and a third resin sheet layer having a flexural modulus of 1500 MPa or more and 5000 MPa or less.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/0203 - Containers; Encapsulations
• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules
• H01L 31/049 - Protective back sheets

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a layered product that can be mass-produced, and in which a layer having water repellency and/or oil repellency is less likely to be detached or drop off. [Solution] This layered product is obtained by forming, on a base film, a porous functional layer including a thermoplastic resin and a three-dimensional mesh structure in which fine particles having water repellency and/or oil repellency are firmly attached together. The layered product is characterized in that the porosity of the porous functional layer is 1-50 vol% in a region extending in the thickness direction thereof from the bottom surface thereof to a depth of 50% of the thickness thereof, and 50-99 vol% in a region extending in the thickness direction thereof from a depth of 50% of the thickness thereof to the top surface of the porous functional layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• B05D 3/02 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be applied; After-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by baking
• B05D 5/00 - Processes for applying liquids or other fluent materials to surfaces to obtain special surface effects, finishes or structures
• B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
• B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
• B32B 27/32 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyolefins

Abstract

The present invention provides a paste composition with which it is possible to safely and easily form a germanium compound layer on a germanium substrate, and form a uniform germanium compound layer. The present invention provides a paste composition for forming a germanium compound layer, the paste composition being characterized in containing (A) tin and (B) at least one metal selected from the group consisting of aluminum and silicon, the amount of the (B) at least one metal selected from the group consisting of aluminum and silicon relative to 100 mass parts of the (A) tin being 1 mass part to 15,000 mass parts inclusive.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 101/00 - Compositions of unspecified macromolecular compounds
• H01L 21/20 - Deposition of semiconductor materials on a substrate, e.g. epitaxial growth
• H01L 21/225 - Diffusion of impurity materials, e.g. doping materials, electrode materials, into, or out of, a semiconductor body, or between semiconductor regions; Redistribution of impurity materials, e.g. without introduction or removal of further dopant using diffusion into, or out of, a solid from or into a solid phase, e.g. a doped oxide layer
• H01L 21/228 - Diffusion of impurity materials, e.g. doping materials, electrode materials, into, or out of, a semiconductor body, or between semiconductor regions; Redistribution of impurity materials, e.g. without introduction or removal of further dopant using diffusion into, or out of, a solid from or into a liquid phase, e.g. alloy diffusion processes
• C08K 3/01 - Use of inorganic substances as compounding ingredients characterised by their specific function
• C08K 3/08 - Metals
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds

Abstract

The present invention provides: an electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors, the electrode material enabling the achievement of a high capacitance that is required for a capacitor, while being suppressed in equivalent series resistance (ESR); and a method for producing this electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors.　The present invention provides an electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors, the electrode material having a sintered body of an aluminum alloy powder on at least one surface of a base material, and the electrode material being characterized in that: the base material is an aluminum foil base material or an aluminum alloy foil base material; and the aluminum alloy powder contains 2 to 499 ppm by mass of Fe.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01G 9/00 - Electrolytic capacitors, rectifiers, detectors, switching devices, light-sensitive or temperature-sensitive devices; Processes of their manufacture
• H01G 9/045 - Electrodes characterised by the material based on aluminium
• H01G 9/048 - Electrodes characterised by their structure
• H01G 9/052 - Sintered electrodes

Abstract

Provided are a stainless steel flake pigment, a coating material composition including the stainless steel flake pigment, and a coated product having a coating film formed from the coating material composition in which coating film thinness and adaptability to sliding members are improved over conventional coating material compositions. According to the present invention, a stainless steel flake pigment with an oil absorption amount per specific surface area of 0.25 g/m2-0.68 g/m25050 of the stainless steel flake pigment of the present invention is greater than 10 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/22 - Compounds of iron
• C09C 3/04 - Physical treatment, e.g. grinding, treatment with ultrasonic vibrations
• C09D 17/00 - Pigment pastes, e.g. for mixing in paints
• C09D 201/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified macromolecular compounds
• C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic

Abstract

Provided is an aluminum alloy foil in which the iron content is 0.5 mass% or greater but less than 1.8 mass% and the silicon content is less than 1.5 mass%, the balance being aluminum and inevitable impurities. The aluminum alloy foil has a KAM value that is 0.8° or greater but less than 1.4° and further contains at least 3.0 × 105pcs./mm2 of an intermetallic compound having an equivalent circular diameter that exceeds 0.1 μm but is less than 3.0 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• H05K 1/09 - Use of materials for the metallic pattern

Abstract

A press-through packaging material is disclosed including, in sequence, a substrate, an opaque underlayer laminated on at least a part of the surface of the substrate, and a printing layer that contains a colored metal pigment, and that is formed on at least a part of the surface of the opaque underlayer. The colored metal pigment includes a metal pigment, an amorphous silicon oxide film layer formed on the surface of the metal pigment, and metal particles supported on a part of or on the entire surface of the amorphous silicon oxide film layer, the opaque underlayer having a mass per unit area of 0.5 g/m2 or more and 3.0 g/m2 or less, and the printing layer having a mass per unit area of 1.0 g/m2 or more and 3.5 g/m2 or less.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 75/32 - Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents
• B65D 65/40 - Applications of laminates for particular packaging purposes
• B32B 7/023 - Optical properties

Abstract

Provided is a vapor deposition aluminum pigment dispersion having both specular surface gloss and water resistance that allows the dispersion to be used as an aqueous coating material. This pigment dispersion contains: a vapor deposition aluminum pigment; an organic phosphate compound having a linear alkyl group having at least eight carbon atoms; and a solvent. The vapor deposition aluminum pigment is at least partially coated with at least a portion of the organic phosphate compound, and has a viscosity of less than 1 Pa·s as measured by a Brookfield viscometer (type: RVT DV2T HB) (20°C, cone spindle CPA-40Z, 20 rpm).

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/40 - Compounds of aluminium
• C09C 3/08 - Treatment with low-molecular-weight organic compounds
• C09D 201/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified macromolecular compounds
• C09D 11/037 - Printing inks characterised by features other than the chemical nature of the binder characterised by the pigment
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds

Abstract

10509090 in the number-based particle size distribution of the powder in the sintered body is 3.8-6.0 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01G 9/045 - Electrodes characterised by the material based on aluminium
• H01G 9/00 - Electrolytic capacitors, rectifiers, detectors, switching devices, light-sensitive or temperature-sensitive devices; Processes of their manufacture
• H01G 9/048 - Electrodes characterised by their structure
• H01G 9/052 - Sintered electrodes

Abstract

An aluminum alloy foil includes: aluminum; silicon; manganese; iron; zinc copper; and magnesium. In the aluminum alloy foil, a total of a content of the silicon and a content of the iron is less than or equal to 0.1 mass %. In the aluminum alloy foil, a ratio of a mass of the manganese to a total mass of the silicon and the iron is more than or equal to 7.0. In the first surface, an area ratio of second phase particles each having an equivalent circle diameter of more than or equal to 1.5 μm is less than or equal to 0.1%. An electric resistivity value of the aluminum alloy foil is more than or equal to 3.0 μΩcm and less than or equal to 5.0 μΩcm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon

Abstract

An aluminum alloy foil includes: aluminum; silicon; manganese; iron; zinc; copper; and magnesium. In the aluminum alloy foil, a total of a content of the silicon and a content of the iron is less than or equal to 0.1 mass %. In the aluminum alloy foil, a ratio of a mass of the manganese to a total mass of the silicon and the iron is more than or equal to 7.0. In the first surface, an area ratio of second phase particles each having an equivalent circle diameter of more than or equal to 1.5 μm is less than or equal to 0.1%.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon

Abstract

Provided are a rust preventive pigment capable of achieving both high stability in water or an aqueous medium, and excellent rust preventive capability and adhesion of an obtained rust preventive film, and a rust preventive coating composition with which a rust preventive film can be obtained that excels in stability of a rust preventive pigment and that excels in rust preventive capability and adhesion. The rust preventive coating composition of the present invention contains a rust preventive pigment comprising one or more among particles of zinc or a zinc alloy that has had at least a portion of the surface thereof treated with phosphoric acid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/04 - Compounds of zinc
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
• C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds
• C09D 5/10 - Anti-corrosive paints containing metal dust
• C09D 183/02 - Polysilicates
• C09D 201/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified macromolecular compounds
• C23C 26/00 - Coating not provided for in groups

Abstract

A black aluminum pigment comprises a flaky aluminum particle; and a coating film that covers the aluminum particle, the coating film comprises a titanium oxide layer and an amorphous silicon compound layer, the titanium oxide layer has a composition that satisfies TiOx (0.50≤x≤1.90), and the amorphous silicon compound layer is composed of at least one of silicon oxide, silicon hydroxide, and silicon hydrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/64 - Aluminium
• C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds

Abstract

Provided are a rust preventive pigment capable of achieving both high stability in water or an aqueous medium, and excellent rust preventive capability and adhesion of an obtained rust preventive film, and a rust preventive coating composition with which a rust preventive film can be obtained that excels in stability of a rust preventive pigment and that excels in rust preventive capability and adhesion. The rust preventive coating composition of the present invention contains a rust preventive pigment comprising one or more among particles of zinc or a zinc alloy that has had at least a portion of the surface thereof treated with phosphoric acid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/04 - Compounds of zinc
• C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds
• C09D 5/10 - Anti-corrosive paints containing metal dust
• C09D 183/02 - Polysilicates
• C09D 201/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified macromolecular compounds
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
• C23C 26/00 - Coating not provided for in groups

Abstract

A method for producing a back-contact solar cell, includes forming an oxide film on a back surface of a crystalline silicon substrate; forming a silicon thin film layer on an exposed surface of the oxide film; partially forming an n+ layer in the silicon thin film layer by ion implantation using a mechanical hard mask and activation annealing; forming a passivation film on each of both surfaces of the crystalline silicon substrate having the oxide film, the silicon thin film layer, and the n+ layer; and removing part of one or more regions of the passivation film formed on the back-surface side of the crystalline silicon substrate, the one or more regions not covering the n+ layer, and forming one or more aluminum electrodes on the exposed silicon thin film layer, in the stated order.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/18 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of these devices or of parts thereof
• H01L 31/05 - Electrical interconnection means between PV cells inside the PV module, e.g. series connection of PV cells
• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes

Abstract

An aluminum alloy foil containing predetermined amounts of Mn, Fe, Si, and Cu, wherein: the total content of the Mn, Fe, Si, and Cu is less than 3.0 mass%; and the number of secondary-phase particles having an equivalent circle diameter greater than 1.5 µm which are present per unit area of the aluminum alloy foil surface and the ratio between the <100> crystal orientation and the <101> crystal orientation of the aluminum alloy foil surface are within predetermined ranges.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• B22D 11/00 - Continuous casting of metals, i.e. casting in indefinite lengths
• B22D 11/06 - Continuous casting of metals, i.e. casting in indefinite lengths into moulds with travelling walls, e.g. with rolls, plates, belts, caterpillars
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• H01M 50/119 - Metals
• H01M 50/124 - Primary casings, jackets or wrappings of a single cell or a single battery characterised by the material having a layered structure

Abstract

The present invention uses a metal powder for additive manufacturing, containing as elements alloyed with aluminum, 0.20-13% by mass of at least one selected from iron, manganese, chromium, nickel, and zirconium, the content of iron being less than 4.5% by mass.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 10/28 - Powder bed fusion, e.g. selective laser melting [SLM] or electron beam melting [EBM]
• B22F 1/00 - Metallic powder; Treatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
• B22F 3/16 - Both compacting and sintering in successive or repeated steps
• B22F 3/24 - After-treatment of workpieces or articles
• B22F 10/362 - Process control of energy beam parameters for preheating
• B22F 10/64 - Treatment of workpieces or articles after build-up by thermal means
• B22F 12/13 - Auxiliary heating means to preheat the material
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium

Abstract

The present invention provides: an electrode material for an aluminum electrolytic capacitor having outstanding electrostatic capacitance and outstanding bonding force between an aluminum foil base material and a sintered body; and a method for manufacturing the same.　The present invention is an electrode material for an aluminum electrolytic capacitor characterized by having at least one powder sintered body selected from the group comprising an aluminum powder and an aluminum alloy powder on at least one side of an aluminum foil base material, wherein: (1) the aluminum foil base material has a through-hole and a protrusion protruding from an outer circumferential section of the through-hole; (2) the total thickness of the sintered body is 100 to 1800 µm; (3) the mean particle diameter of the powder in the sintered body is 3 to 15 µm; and (4) the height of the protrusion is at least half the mean particle diameter of the powder.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01G 9/048 - Electrodes characterised by their structure
• H01G 9/00 - Electrolytic capacitors, rectifiers, detectors, switching devices, light-sensitive or temperature-sensitive devices; Processes of their manufacture
• H01G 9/052 - Sintered electrodes

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide: a conductive adhesive that can suppress an increase in the electrical resistance value at a joining part between a substrate and an electronic component at a high temperature and a high humidity while keeping the specific resistance value low; an electronic circuit using the conductive adhesive; and a method for producing same. According to the present invention, provided is a conductive adhesive that contains a conductive filler. A coating layer containing silver is provided to the surface of the conductive filler. The amount of the conductive filler blended with respect to the conductive adhesive is 29.0-63.0 vol%. The amount of the silver blended with respect to the conductive adhesive is 3.5-7.0 vol%. Also provided are an electronic circuit using the conductive adhesive according to the present invention, and a method for producing same.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09J 9/02 - Electrically-conducting adhesives
• C09J 11/04 - Non-macromolecular additives inorganic
• C09J 201/00 - Adhesives based on unspecified macromolecular compounds
• H01B 1/22 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising metals or alloys
• H05K 1/09 - Use of materials for the metallic pattern
• H05K 3/38 - Improvement of the adhesion between the insulating substrate and the metal

Abstract

This invention provides a conductive paste and a method for producing a TOPCon solar cell, by which a TOPCon solar cell can be produced by a simple method, and additionally, a TOPCon solar cell can be constructed with excellent conversion efficiency. Specifically, the invention provides a conductive paste for use as a back electrode for TOPCon solar cells, the conductive paste comprising aluminum-silicon alloy particles, an organic vehicle, and a glass powder, the aluminum-silicon alloy particles having a silicon concentration of 25 wt % or more and 40 wt % or less.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes

Abstract

The present invention provides a plastic container with excellent slipping property for contents. According to the present invention, provided is a plastic container for storing contents, wherein the plastic container is a blow molded body, an innermost layer in contact with the contents is formed of a resin composition containing a base resin and filler particles, and an inner surface of the innermost layer is provided with concave and convex shapes due to presence of the filler particles.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 1/02 - Bottles or similar containers with necks or like restricted apertures, designed for pouring contents
• B65D 23/04 - Means for mixing or for promoting flow of contents
• B29L 31/00 - Other particular articles
• B29C 49/00 - Blow-moulding, i.e. blowing a preform or parison to a desired shape within a mould; Apparatus therefor
• B65D 23/02 - Linings or internal coatings
• B29K 105/00 - Condition, form or state of moulded material
• B29L 23/00 - Tubular articles

Abstract

The present invention uses a coated pigment that is provided with: a base material in which at least the surface is formed of a translucent material; and a magnetite layer coating the base material. The crystal lattice constant of the magnetite layer is 8.35 Å or more. As the translucent material, it is possible to use at least one selected from the group consisting of silica, alumina, glass, mica, and resins.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds
• C09D 17/00 - Pigment pastes, e.g. for mixing in paints
• C09D 201/00 - Coating compositions based on unspecified macromolecular compounds
• A61K 8/19 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing inorganic ingredients
• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds

Abstract

A composite pigment which is provided with a base material particle and a pigment layer that is provided on the surface of the base material particle, wherein: the pigment layer contains a pigment, a resin and a metal oxide; and the metal oxide contains at least one substance that is selected from the group consisting of silicon oxides, polysiloxanes and composites thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/00 - Treatment of specific inorganic materials other than fibrous fillers ; Preparation of carbon black
• C09C 1/40 - Compounds of aluminium
• C09C 1/64 - Aluminium
• C09C 3/08 - Treatment with low-molecular-weight organic compounds
• C09C 3/10 - Treatment with macromolecular organic compounds
• C09C 3/12 - Treatment with organosilicon compounds
• C08L 101/00 - Compositions of unspecified macromolecular compounds

Goods & Services

Metals in foil or powder form for 3D printers; nonferrous metal alloys used in additive manufacturing; metals in powder form; aluminium and its alloys; aluminium foil; nonferrous metals and their alloys; common metals, unwrought or semi-wrought; iron and steel; ores of metal; metal materials for building or construction; reservoirs of metal; metal hardware; packaging containers of metal; metal joinery fittings; safes.

Abstract

The present invention provides an aluminum molded body having high thermal conductivity as well as higher strength than a rolled material, and a method for producing the aluminum molded body. More specifically, provided are an aluminum molded body having a thermal conductivity of 180 W/mK or higher and higher strength than a rolled material of the same composition, and a method with which it is possible to efficiently produce the aluminum molded body even when the shape thereof is complex. An aluminum layered molded body obtained by molding through an additive manufacturing method according to the present invention is characterized in that: an aluminum material containing 0.001-2.5 mass% of a transition metal element that forms a eutectic with Al, the balance being Al and unavoidable impurities, is used as a raw material; and the thermal conductivity is 180 W/mK or higher.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 1/00 - Metallic powder; Treatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22C 1/04 - Making non-ferrous alloys by powder metallurgy
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• B22F 3/24 - After-treatment of workpieces or articles
• B22F 10/28 - Powder bed fusion, e.g. selective laser melting [SLM] or electron beam melting [EBM]
• B22F 10/38 - Process control to achieve specific product aspects, e.g. surface smoothness, density, porosity or hollow structures

Abstract

In production of an electrode for an aluminum electrolytic capacitor, a hydrated film is formed onto an aluminum electrode including a porous layer by immersing the aluminum electrode into a first hydration treatment liquid having a temperature of 80° C. or more in a first hydration treatment step (ST1) and thereafter the aluminum electrode is heated in an atmosphere having a temperature of 150° C. or more and 350° C. or less in a dehydration step (ST2). Subsequently, a hydrated film is formed onto the aluminum electrode by immersing the aluminum electrode into a second hydration treatment liquid having a temperature of 80° C. or more in a second hydration treatment step (ST3) and thereafter chemical formation of the aluminum electrode is performed at 400 V or more and further 600 V or more in a chemical formation step.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01G 9/045 - Electrodes characterised by the material based on aluminium
• H01G 9/032 - Inorganic semiconducting electrolytes, e.g. MnO2
• H01G 9/048 - Electrodes characterised by their structure

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide an aluminum alloy molded body that has excellent thermal stability and does not contain a rare earth element, and to provide a production method for the same. More specifically, the present invention provides an aluminum alloy molded body that has a high degree of hardness even at 200°C, and a method which enables efficient production of the same even if the aluminum alloy molded body has a complicated shape. An aluminum alloy laminated molded body according to the present invention, which is molded using an additive manufacturing method, is characterized in that: the raw material therefor is an aluminum alloy material containing 2-10 mass% of a transition metal element that forms a eutectic crystal with Al, with the remainder being Al and unavoidable impurities; the relative density thereof is at least 98.5%; a metal structure is composed of a primary crystal α (Al) and a compound composed of Al and the transition metal element; and the spacing of the compound in a region excluding the boundary of a melt pool is no more than 200 nm.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 10/38 - Process control to achieve specific product aspects, e.g. surface smoothness, density, porosity or hollow structures
• B22F 1/00 - Metallic powder; Treatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
• B22F 10/20 - Direct sintering or melting
• B22F 10/64 - Treatment of workpieces or articles after build-up by thermal means
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium

Abstract

The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a novel technique with which it is possible to suppress the occurrence of cracks in an AlN layer. The present invention is a method for producing an AlN substrate, the method including an embrittlement step S10 for lowering the strength of an SiC base substrate 10, and a crystal growth step S20 for forming an AlN layer 20 on the SiC base substrate 10. The present invention is also a method for suppressing the occurrence of cracks in an AlN layer 20, the method including an embrittlement step S10 for lowering the strength of an SiC base substrate 10 prior to forming an AlN layer 20 on the SiC base substrate 10.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 23/06 - Heating of the deposition chamber, the substrate, or the materials to be evaporated
• C30B 29/38 - Nitrides

Abstract

The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a novel technology capable of manufacturing a large-diameter AIN substrate. The present invention pertains to a method for manufacturing an AIN substrate, the method including a crystal growth step S30 for forming an AIN layer 20 on a SiC base substrate 10 having a through-hole 11. Furthermore, the present invention pertains to a method for manufacturing the AIN layer 20, the method including a through-hole formation step S10 for forming the through-hole 11 in the SiC base substrate 10 before forming the AIN layer 20 on the surface of the SiC base substrate 10.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 29/38 - Nitrides
• C30B 23/06 - Heating of the deposition chamber, the substrate, or the materials to be evaporated

Abstract

The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a novel technique that can remove a strain layer introduced into an aluminum nitride substrate. In order to solve this problem, the present aluminum nitride substrate manufacturing method involves a strain layer removal step for removing a strain layer in an aluminum nitride substrate by heat treatment of the aluminum nitride substrate in a nitrogen atmosphere. In this way, the present invention can remove a strain layer that has been introduced into an aluminum nitride substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 33/02 - Heat treatment
• C30B 33/04 - After-treatment of single crystals or homogeneous polycrystalline material with defined structure using electric or magnetic fields or particle radiation
• B23K 26/382 - Removing material by boring or cutting by boring
• H01L 21/268 - Bombardment with wave or particle radiation with high-energy radiation using electromagnetic radiation, e.g. laser radiation
• H01L 21/324 - Thermal treatment for modifying the properties of semiconductor bodies, e.g. annealing, sintering
• C30B 29/38 - Nitrides

Abstract

The purpose of the present is to provide a modified AlN raw material for suppressing downfall defects. This manufacturing method of a modified aluminum nitride raw material involves a heat treatment step for heat treating an aluminum nitride raw material and generating an aluminum nitride sintered body.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 29/38 - Nitrides
• C04B 35/581 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on aluminium nitride
• C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
• C30B 23/06 - Heating of the deposition chamber, the substrate, or the materials to be evaporated
• C30B 33/02 - Heat treatment

Abstract

A problem addressed by the present invention is to provide a novel technique with which it is possible to suppress the introduction of dislocation into a growth layer. The present invention, which solves the above problem, is a method for producing an aluminum nitride substrate, the method including a processing step for removing part of a silicon carbide substrate and forming a pattern that includes a minor angle, and a crystal growth step for forming an aluminum nitride growth layer on the silicon carbide substrate on which the pattern has been formed. The present invention is also a method for suppressing the introduction of dislocation into the aluminum nitride growth layer, the method including a processing step for removing part of the silicon carbide substrate and forming a pattern that includes a minor angle before forming a growth layer on a base substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C30B 23/06 - Heating of the deposition chamber, the substrate, or the materials to be evaporated
• C30B 29/38 - Nitrides

Goods & Services

Metals in foil or powder form for 3D printers; nonferrous metal alloys used in additive manufacturing; common metal powders used in manufacturing; aluminium and its alloys; aluminium foil; nonferrous metals and their alloys; common metals, unwrought or semi-wrought; iron and steel; ores of metal; reinforcing materials of metal for buildings; reservoirs of metal; metal hardware, namely, nuts; packaging containers of metal; metal joinery fittings; safes

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a molded product in which solidification cracking due to heat shrinkage during laminate molding of an aluminum alloy is prevented, and which has no strength anisotropy, and excellent strength and ductility. An aluminum alloy powder for laminate molding is used that is formed from aluminum alloy particles that include 0.01-1 mass% of a refining agent inside of the particles. At least one species selected from borides and carbides of Group 4 elements is used as the refining agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 1/00 - Metallic powder; Treatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing
• B22F 10/22 - Direct deposition of molten metal

Goods & Services

Aluminum foil for cooking purposes; aluminum foil, namely, rice ball wrapping foil sheets; metal hose fittings, namely, aluminum foil stain-proof covers for gas hoses; anti-staining sheets made of aluminum films that can be attached to the wall; anti-staining sheets made of aluminum films that is used on the countertop; aluminum foil, namely, sheets made of heat-insulating wrapping material for storage of food and beverages; food bag clips, namely, metal clips for sealing bags. Filters for range hoods; filter papers for range hoods; non-woven fabric filters for range hoods; filters for air conditioners; filter papers for air conditioners; non-woven fabric filters for air conditioners; filters for range exhaust fans; filter papers for exhaust fans; non-woven fabric filters for exhaust fans; filters for air purifiers; filter papers for air purifiers; non-woven fabric filters for air purifiers; filters for air vents; filter papers for air vents; non-woven fabric filters for air vents; pollen and dust preventing filters for window screens; pollen and dust preventing filter papers for window screens; pollen and dust preventing non-woven fabric filters for window screens; air filters for domestic use; oil splash prevention plates for gas stoves; dirt preventing covers for extractor fans and range hoods; dirt preventing filters for extractor fans and range hoods; dirt preventing filter papers for extractor fans and range hoods; dirt preventing non-woven fabric filters for extractor fans and range hoods; dirt preventing filters for air conditioners for cleaning purposes; dirt preventing filter papers for air conditioners for cleaning purposes; dirt preventing non-woven fabric filters for air conditioners for cleaning purposes; protective mats for gas stoves; disposable aluminum burner bibs for cooking ranges in the nature of disposable aluminum oven liners for catching spills Insulated bags for food or beverage for domestic use; containers for household use, not of precious metal; barbecue plates made of aluminum foil; grill pans made of aluminum foil; camping pots made of aluminum foil; non-electric rice cookers made of aluminum foil; cooking pots; aluminum foil containers for lunch boxes; paper containers for lunch boxes; plastic film containers for lunch boxes; aluminum foil partitions for lunch boxes; paper partitions for lunch boxes; plastic film partitions for lunch boxes; lunch boxes; dinnerware; containers for household or kitchen use, not of precious metal; plastic cooking containers for use in microwave ovens; plastic cooking or storage containers for household use; insulated containers for beverage cans for domestic use; rice molds; confectioners' molds; trays for household purposes; plastic storage containers for household use; stove burner covers; sheets used for preventing dirt accumulation for cooking ranges; dirt preventing sheets for kitchen use; cooking trays made of aluminum foil; cleaning sticks for heaters and cooktops; protective boards for kitchen counter made of metal foils; protective boards for kitchen counter made of steel plates and sheets and resins; metal tray covers for gas stoves; In-grill aluminum foil containers to prevent dirt.

Abstract

The purpose of the present invention is to provide: an electroconductive paste which is capable of printing an electroconductive pattern with high accuracy, said electroconductive pattern being suppressed in variation in the line width, and which enables the printed electroconductive pattern to have high electrical conductivity, high thermal conductivity, high migration resistance and the like; and an electroconductive pattern which uses this electroconductive paste. The present invention provides: an electroconductive paste containing silver-coated copper flakes and a silver-coated silica powder, said electroconductive paste being obtained by adding a silver-coated silica powder to silver-coated copper flakes serving as a base material; and an electroconductive pattern which uses this electroconductive paste. In addition, this electroconductive paste may additionally contain a binder resin, a solvent and a curing agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01B 1/00 - Conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materials; Selection of materials as conductors
• H01B 1/22 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising metals or alloys
• H01B 5/14 - Non-insulated conductors or conductive bodies characterised by their form comprising conductive layers or films on insulating-supports

Abstract

The present invention pertains to an electroconductive flexible conductor provided with: a belt-like flexible resin substrate; and an etched metal foil layer which longitudinally extends from one end of said substrate to the other end thereof and which is bonded to the front surface side and/or the back surface side of said substrate. Moreover, the present invention pertains to a space tether provided with the electroconductive flexible conductor, a space tether set and a debris detector.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/08 - 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
• B32B 7/025 - Electric or magnetic properties
• B64G 1/66 - Arrangements or adaptations of apparatus or instruments, not otherwise provided for
• B64G 1/68 - Arrangements or adaptations of apparatus or instruments, not otherwise provided for of meteoroid or space debris detectors

Abstract

An aluminum flake pigment is an aluminum flake pigment including aluminum flakes, wherein the aluminum flakes include small-size aluminum flakes each having a particle size of less than or equal to 1 μm, and in a microscope image when the aluminum flakes are observed using a scanning electron microscope, a ratio of the number of the small-size aluminum flakes is less than or equal to 35% with respect to the number of a whole of the aluminum flakes.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/64 - Aluminium
• B22F 1/00 - Metallic powder; Treatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
• B22F 9/04 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereof; Apparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using physical processes starting from solid material, e.g. by crushing, grinding or milling
• B22F 9/08 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereof; Apparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using physical processes starting from liquid material by casting, e.g. through sieves or in water, by atomising or spraying
• B22F 1/068 - Flake-like particles
• B22F 1/052 - Metallic powder characterised by the size or surface area of the particles characterised by a mixture of particles of different sizes or by the particle size distribution
• B82Y 40/00 - Manufacture or treatment of nanostructures

Abstract

A main object of the present invention to provide a coated pigment that is composed of a composite particle comprising a silicon compound coated on the surface of a metal particle, and that can be dispersed with relatively few aggregates. The present invention relates to a coated pigment comprising a composite particle containing a metal particle and one or two or more coating layers on the surface of the metal particle, wherein (1) at least one of the coating layers is a silicon compound-containing layer, and (2) the proportion of aggregates formed by adhesion of at least four of the composite particles with each other is not more than 35% by number.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/64 - Aluminium
• C08K 3/08 - Metals
• C08K 3/10 - Metal compounds
• C08K 3/22 - Oxides; Hydroxides of metals
• C08K 9/02 - Ingredients treated with inorganic substances
• C08K 9/08 - Ingredients agglomerated by treatment with a binding agent
• C08L 57/00 - Compositions of unspecified polymers obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
• C08L 87/00 - Compositions of unspecified macromolecular compounds, obtained otherwise than by polymerisation reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds
• C09D 5/02 - Emulsion paints

Abstract

[Problem] To provide: a film which is for aging meat and which is relatively easy to treat and allows meat to be aged more safely and effectively; and a film which is for preserving meat and can effectively suppress the deterioration of color or the like of fresh meat. [Problem] To provide: a film which is for aging meat and which is relatively easy to treat and allows meat to be aged more safely and effectively; and a film which is for preserving meat and can effectively suppress the deterioration of color or the like of fresh meat. [Solution] The present invention relates to a film for preserving meat, the film being characterized by: (1) including a hydrogen generating layer containing hydrogen generating particles which can generate a molecular hydrogen upon reacting with water; and (2) using the film in a state in which the hydrogen generating layer is directly contacted with the surface of the meat.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23B 4/24 - Inorganic compounds
• C08K 3/12 - Hydrides
• C08J 5/18 - Manufacture of films or sheets
• C01B 3/06 - Production of hydrogen or of gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen by reaction of inorganic compounds containing electro-positively bound hydrogen, e.g. water, acids, bases, ammonia, with inorganic reducing agents
• A23B 4/16 - Preserving with chemicals not covered by groups or in the form of gases, e.g. fumigation; Compositions or apparatus therefor
• A23B 4/20 - Organic compounds; Microorganisms; Enzymes
• A23L 3/3409 - Preservation of foods or foodstuffs, in general, e.g. pasteurising, sterilising, specially adapted for foods or foodstuffs by treatment with chemicals in the form of gases, e.g. fumigation; Compositions or apparatus therefor
• A23L 3/3463 - Organic compounds; Microorganisms; Enzymes
• A23L 3/358 - Inorganic compounds
• A23L 13/00 - Meat products; Meat meal; Preparation or treatment thereof

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for reducing the HTO concentration in a tritium-containing aqueous solution. The present invention includes bringing water vapor or the like of a tritium-containing aqueous solution into contact with a porous material having pores in a pore diameter range of 500 Å or less, selectively occluding the HTO in the tritium-containing aqueous solution in the porous material, and obtaining a tritium-containing aqueous solution in which the HTO concentration thereof is reduced. The present invention relates to a device used for reducing the HTO concentration in a tritium-containing aqueous solution. The present invention includes a reservoir for a raw tritium-containing aqueous solution, a means for generating water vapor or the like of the tritium-containing aqueous solution, an occlusion means in which is accommodated a porous material having pores in a pore diameter range of 500 Å or less, and a means for recovering the tritium-containing aqueous solution in which the HTO concentration is reduced. The present invention furthermore includes a transfer means for transferring the water vapor or the like to the occlusion means, and a means for transferring the tritium-containing aqueous solution in which the HTO concentration is reduced from the occlusion means to a recovery means.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01D 59/26 - Separation by extracting by sorption, i.e. absorption, adsorption, persorption
• B01J 20/08 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising oxides or hydroxides of metals not provided for in group comprising bauxite
• B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
• B01J 20/18 - Synthetic zeolitic molecular sieves
• B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
• G21F 9/12 - Processing by ion-exchange

Abstract

An aluminum member (100) comprising a skeleton (11) formed by aggregating a plurality of aluminum particles (15), and a porous body (40) containing a plurality of gaps (16) surrounded by the skeleton (11). The skeleton (11) contains an outer shell (12) comprising aluminum oxide, and a surface of the skeleton (11) is formed by the outer shell (12). The outer shell (12) has at least one of a plurality of recessed parts (13) and a plurality of protruding parts (14) on a surface thereof. The average particle diameter of the plurality of aluminum particles (15) is 0.1-20 μm, and the porosity of the porous body (40) is at least 85 vol%. The average space between the recessed parts (13) included in the plurality of recessed parts (13), or the average space between the protruding parts (14) included in the plurality of protruding parts (14), is 100-600 nm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 11/00 - Electrolytic coating by surface reaction, i.e. forming conversion layers
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• C25D 11/24 - Chemical after-treatment
• G01N 33/543 - Immunoassay; Biospecific binding assay; Materials therefor with an insoluble carrier for immobilising immunochemicals

Abstract

The present invention provides a solar cell module in which: cracks of cells (30) are reduced even when a thin front surface glass layer (10) is used; foam remaining after vacuum lamination and separation between a second sealing layer (40) and a rear surface protection layer (50) after DH are suppressed; and further, load resistance is high.　The present invention is specifically a solar cell module provided with, in order from the light-receiving surface side, a front surface glass layer (10) having a thickness of 0.4-1.6 mm, a first sealing layer (20), cells (30), a second sealing layer (40), and a rear surface protection layer (50), the solar cell module being characterized in that the rear surface protection layer (50) has, in order from a side close to the second sealing layer (40), a first easy adhesion resin layer (51) having adhesion properties with the second sealing layer (40), a second resin sheet layer (52) having a bending elastic modulus of 1500-4000 MPa, a foamed third resin layer (53) having a bending elastic modulus of 200-1000 MPa, and a fiber-reinforced fourth resin layer (54) having a bending elastic modulus of 10000-45000 MPa.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules
• H01L 31/049 - Protective back sheets

Abstract

The present invention provides a solar battery module that reduces cracking of a cell (30) and has high load bearing capacity despite the use of a thin surface glass layer (10).　The present invention specifically provides a solar battery module comprising, in the order starting from a light receiving surface side: a surface glass layer (10) having a thickness of 0.4-1.6 mm; a first sealing layer (20); a cell (30); a second sealing layer (40); and a rear surface protecting layer (50). The solar battery module is characterized in that the rear surface protecting layer (50) has, in the order closer to the second sealing layer (40), a first resin sheet layer (51) having bending modulus of elasticity of 1500-5000 MPa, a second resin layer (52) having the maximum bending load measured by a method in which only a distance between supporting points is changed to 48 mm and others conform to the bending test (JIS K7171) of 8-100 N/10 mm, and a third resin sheet layer (53) having bending modulus of elasticity of 1500-5000 MPa.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/049 - Protective back sheets

Abstract

Provided is a resin composition that is used for manufacturing injection molded articles and that is capable of suppressing tainting of metal molds. This resin composition is used for manufacturing injection molded articles, and contains a thermoplastic resin and aluminum flake particles, wherein the aluminum flake particles have a coupling agent at least partially adhered to the surfaces thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 45/00 - Injection moulding, i.e. forcing the required volume of moulding material through a nozzle into a closed mould; Apparatus therefor
• C08K 9/04 - Ingredients treated with organic substances
• C08L 101/00 - Compositions of unspecified macromolecular compounds
• C08J 5/00 - Manufacture of articles or shaped materials containing macromolecular substances

Abstract

The present invention provides a solar battery aluminum paste that can contain silicon but still suppress reductions in the conversion efficiency of a solar battery.　Specifically, the present invention provides a solar battery aluminum paste that is characterized by containing aluminum, silicon, and strontium and is also characterized in that, when the total mass of the aluminum, silicon, and strontium is 100 mass%, the silicon content is 1–60 mass%, the strontium content is 0.001–10 mass%, and the remainder is aluminum.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes
• H01B 1/22 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising metals or alloys

Abstract

The present invention provides: a press-through packaging material which is provided with an anti-counterfeit label, and which does not require an additional hologram sealing material that can be separated or shamed; and a press-through package which uses this press-through packaging material.　The present invention specifically provides a press-through packaging material which is characterized by sequentially comprising: a substrate; an opaque base layer that is superposed on at least a part of the surface of the substrate; and a print layer that is formed on at least a part of the surface of the opaque base layer, while containing a colored metal pigment. This press-through packaging material is also characterized in that: the colored metal pigment contains a metal pigment, an amorphous silicon oxide film layer that is formed on the surface of the metal pigment, and a plurality of metal particles that are supported by a part or the entirety of the surface of the amorphous silicon oxide film layer; the mass per unit area of the opaque base layer is from 0.5 g/m2to 3.0 g/m2; and the mass per unit area of the print layer is from 1.0 g/m2to 3.5 g/m2.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 65/40 - Applications of laminates for particular packaging purposes
• B65D 75/36 - Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding one or both sheets or blanks being recessed to accommodate contents one sheet or blank being recessed and the other formed of relatively stiff flat sheet material, e.g. blister packages
• B65D 77/20 - Container closures formed after filling by applying separate lids or covers

Abstract

The present invention provides: an electroconductive paste composition with which it is possible to obtain an excellent adhesion strength during soldering after electrode formation, even when the amount of silver power contained in an electroconductive paste is 60 mass% or below (low silver); and a crystalline silicon solar cell in which the electroconductive paste composition is used.　The present invention is, specifically, an electroconductive paste composition containing silver powder, glass powder, and an organic vehicle, wherein the electroconductive paste composition is characterized in that the organic vehicle contains an organic polymer and a solvent, and the volume ratio of the organic polymer relative to the silver powder is 0.25 to 0.40 inclusive.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes
• H01B 1/22 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising metals or alloys

Abstract

An aluminum alloy foil (1) is one having a first surface (1A). The aluminum alloy foil (1) contains aluminum, silicon, 0.4 to 1.75% by mass inclusive of manganese, 0.02 to 0.08% by mass inclusive of iron, 0.00001 to 0.03% by mass inclusive of zinc, 0.00001 to 0.02% by mass inclusive of copper and 0.00001 to 0.01% by mass inclusive of magnesium. In the aluminum alloy foil (1), the total content of silicon and iron is 0.1% by mass or less. In the aluminum alloy foil (1), the ratio of the mass of manganese to the total mass of silicon and iron is 7.0 or more. On the first surface (1A), the area ratio of second phase particles each having an equivalent circle diameter of 1.5 μm or more is 0.1% or less. The electrical resistivity value is 3.0 to 5.0 μΩcm inclusive.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance

Abstract

An aluminum alloy foil (1) is an aluminum alloy foil having a first surface (1A). The aluminum alloy foil (1) contains: aluminum; silicon; 0.4-3.04 mass% of manganese; 0.03-0.08 mass% of iron; 0.00001-0.03 mass% of zinc; 0.00001-0.02 mass% of copper; and 0.00001-0.01 mass% of magnesium. In the aluminum alloy foil (1), the total content of silicon and iron is 0.1 mass% or less. In the aluminum alloy foil (1), the mass ratio of manganese relative to the total mass of silicon and iron is 7.0 or more. On the first surface (1A), the area ratio of second phase particles having a circle-equivalent diameter of 1.5 μm or more is 0.1% or less.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance

Abstract

A fixing member for medical treatment is provided which is constituted by filaments containing a thermoplastic resin and a filler. The filaments are entangled together to form a mesh structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61F 13/04 - Plaster of Paris bandages; Other stiffening bandages
• A61F 5/01 - Orthopaedic devices, e.g. long-term immobilising or pressure directing devices for treating broken or deformed bones such as splints, casts or braces
• A61F 5/08 - Devices for correcting deformities of the nose
• A61L 15/08 - Stiffening bandages containing inorganic materials, e.g. plaster of Paris
• A61L 15/14 - Use of materials characterised by their function or physical properties

Abstract

The present invention provides a method for producing a back contact solar cell, which is able to be carried out with fewer steps than conventional production methods.　The present invention is a method for producing a back contact solar cell, which sequentially comprises: a step (A) for forming an oxide film (20) on the back surface of a crystal silicon substrate (10); a step (B) for forming a silicon thin film layer (30A) on the exposed surface of the oxide film (20); a step (C) for forming an n+layer (40) partially in the silicon thin film layer (30A) by an ion implantation method using a mechanical hard mask and activation annealing; a step (D) for forming passivation films (50) on both surfaces of the crystal silicon substrate (10) obtained in the step (C), said crystal silicon substrate (10) having the oxide film (20), the silicon thin film layer (30B) and the n+layer (40); and a step (E) for forming one or more aluminum electrodes (60B) on the silicon thin film layer (30B), which is exposed by removing a part of a region of the passivation film (50) that is formed on the back surface of the crystal silicon substrate (10), said region not covering the n+ layer (40).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/18 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of these devices or of parts thereof
• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes
• H01L 31/068 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof adapted as photovoltaic [PV] conversion devices characterised by at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier the potential barriers being only of the PN homojunction type, e.g. bulk silicon PN homojunction solar cells or thin film polycrystalline silicon PN homojunction solar cells

Abstract

The present invention provides a method for manufacturing a back contact-type solar cell that can be carried out with a smaller number of processes than in conventional manufacturing methods.　The present invention is a method for manufacturing a back contact-type solar cell, wherein the method has, in sequence: a step (A) for partially forming a n+layer (20) by ion injection and activation annealing using a mechanical hard mask on the reverse surface of a crystalline silicon substrate (10); a step (B) for forming a passivation film (40) on both surfaces of the crystalline silicon substrate (10) having the n+ layer (20) obtained in step (A); and a step (C) for removing a part or all of the region, of the passivation film (40) formed on the reverse surface side of the crystalline silicon substrate (10), that directly covers the crystalline silicon substrate (10), and forming one or more aluminum electrodes (60B) on the exposed crystalline silicon substrate (50).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/18 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of these devices or of parts thereof
• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes
• H01L 31/068 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof adapted as photovoltaic [PV] conversion devices characterised by at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier the potential barriers being only of the PN homojunction type, e.g. bulk silicon PN homojunction solar cells or thin film polycrystalline silicon PN homojunction solar cells

Abstract

xx (0.50 ≤ x ≤ 1.90); and the amorphous silicon compound layer is composed of at least one of silicon oxide, silicon hydroxide and a silicon hydrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/64 - Aluminium
• C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds

Abstract

A solar cell module is disclosed including, in sequence from a light-receiving surface side, a surface glass layer having thickness of 0.8 mm or more and 1.6 mm or less, a first sealing layer, cells, a second sealing layer, and a back protective layer, A solar cell module is disclosed including, in sequence from a light-receiving surface side, a surface glass layer having thickness of 0.8 mm or more and 1.6 mm or less, a first sealing layer, cells, a second sealing layer, and a back protective layer, (1) the back protective layer includes, in sequence from a side closer to the second sealing layer, a first thermoplastic resin layer in foam state and having flexural modulus of 200 MPa or more and 1000 MPa or less, and a second thermoplastic resin layer containing glass fiber and having flexural modulus of 10000 MPa or more and 25000 MPa or less; and (2) the sum of flexural rigidity of each of the surface glass layer, the first sealing layer, the second sealing layer, and the back protective layer is 4000 MPa or more, the flexural rigidity being defined by: A solar cell module is disclosed including, in sequence from a light-receiving surface side, a surface glass layer having thickness of 0.8 mm or more and 1.6 mm or less, a first sealing layer, cells, a second sealing layer, and a back protective layer, (1) the back protective layer includes, in sequence from a side closer to the second sealing layer, a first thermoplastic resin layer in foam state and having flexural modulus of 200 MPa or more and 1000 MPa or less, and a second thermoplastic resin layer containing glass fiber and having flexural modulus of 10000 MPa or more and 25000 MPa or less; and (2) the sum of flexural rigidity of each of the surface glass layer, the first sealing layer, the second sealing layer, and the back protective layer is 4000 MPa or more, the flexural rigidity being defined by: {(flexural modulus (MPa)×thickness (mm)3)/12}.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/049 - Protective back sheets
• 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
• B32B 5/18 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer containing foamed or specifically porous material
• B32B 5/24 - 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
• B32B 17/06 - 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
• B32B 27/30 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising acrylic resin
• B32B 27/36 - Layered products essentially comprising synthetic resin comprising polyesters
• B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties
• H01L 31/048 - Encapsulation of modules

Abstract

The aluminum alloy foil according to the present invention has a Fe content of 1.2-1.6 mass%, a Si content of 0.5-0.9 mass%, and a Cu content of less than 0.02 mass%, the total content of Fe and Si being 1.8 mass% or more, the remaining portion being aluminum and unavoidable impurities. The foil in a hard state has a tensile strength of 170-215 N/mm2and an elongation of 4.0% or more. The foil, after being heated at 120°C, has a tensile strength of 150 N/mm2 or more and an elongation of 6.0% or more.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working
• H01M 4/66 - Selection of materials

Goods & Services

Packaging containers of plastic; container closures of plastic; plastic boxes. Cosmetic utensils; toilet cases; articles for cleaning purposes; bottles; household or kitchen utensils and containers; plastic containers for household use; plastic jars for household use; bottles for pharmaceuticals sold empty.

Abstract

A method is disclosed for installing a solar cell module, which enables easy installation of a solar cell module on a rack, and also enables a worker to install a solar cell module without climbing on the roof. A solar cell module is installed on a rack mounted on a roof. The solar cell module includes a frame formed of a material containing a resin. The rack includes multiple rails each having a groove, and the grooves of a pair of the rails are disposed to be opposed to each other. The method of this invention comprises the steps of fitting the frame of the solar cell module into the groove such that the solar cell module is retained by the pair of the rails, and fixing the solar cell module to the pair of the rails to prevent the solar cell module from falling out of the grooves.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02S 30/10 - Frame structures
• H02S 20/23 - Supporting structures directly fixed to an immovable object specially adapted for buildings specially adapted for roof structures
• E04D 13/00 - Special arrangements or devices in connection with roof coverings; Roof drainage
• F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articles; Means for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle

Abstract

Provided is a plastic container having excellent slidability of contents.　The present invention provides a plastic container for housing contents, wherein the plastic container is a blow molded article, the innermost layer that contacts the contents is composed of a resin composition containing a base resin and filler particles, and uneven shapes due to the presence of the filler particles are provided on the inner surface of the innermost layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• B29C 49/22 - Blow-moulding, i.e. blowing a preform or parison to a desired shape within a mould; Apparatus therefor using multilayered preforms or parisons
• B65D 23/02 - Linings or internal coatings
• B65D 23/04 - Means for mixing or for promoting flow of contents
• B65D 1/02 - Bottles or similar containers with necks or like restricted apertures, designed for pouring contents
• B65D 1/40 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers having bodies formed in one piece, e.g. by casting metallic material, by moulding plastics, by blowing vitreous material, by throwing ceramic material, by moulding pulped fibrous material or by deep-drawing operations p - Details of walls
• B65D 35/14 - Pliable tubular containers adapted to be permanently deformed to expel contents, e.g. collapsible tubes for toothpaste or other plastic or semi-liquid material; Holders therefor with linings or inserts

Goods & Services

Packaging containers of plastic; container closures of plastic; plastic boxes Cosmetic utensils, namely, bottles sold empty for cosmetic purposes; articles for cleaning purposes, namely, bottles sold empty; bottles, sold empty; containers for household or kitchen use; plastic containers for household use; plastic jars for household use for preserving foods; bottles for pharmaceuticals sold empty

Abstract

An aluminum particle group composed of aluminum particles, as observed in an image thereof obtained through a scanning electron microscope, has an average circularity of 0.75 or more, and an average particle diameter of D50 of 10 μm or more and less than 100 μm, and satisfies A×3≤B and also satisfying D

IPC Classes  ?

• B22F 1/00 - Metallic powder; Treatment of metallic powder, e.g. to facilitate working or to improve properties
• B22F 9/08 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereof; Apparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using physical processes starting from liquid material by casting, e.g. through sieves or in water, by atomising or spraying
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing

Abstract

Provided is a paste composition for a rear surface passivation type solar battery characterized in that: the paste composition comprises a silicon free glass powder, an organic vehicle, and an aluminum powder; the content of the aluminum powder relative to 100 mass% of the paste composition is 65 to 75 mass%; and other than the silicon free glass powder, the paste composition does not contain any of inorganic carbonate, inorganic oxide, inorganic carbide, inorganic nitride, inorganic nitrate, inorganic sulfate, or organic metal alkoxide.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes
• H01L 31/068 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof adapted as photovoltaic [PV] conversion devices characterised by at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier the potential barriers being only of the PN homojunction type, e.g. bulk silicon PN homojunction solar cells or thin film polycrystalline silicon PN homojunction solar cells
• H01B 1/22 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising metals or alloys

Abstract

To provide an aluminum nitride-based powder that includes less amount of fine powder that is hard to be completely removed, has superior filling performance for a polymeric material, and also has thermal conductivity. The present invention relates to an aluminum nitride-based powder comprising aluminum nitride-based particles, wherein (1) the average particle size D50 is 15 to 200 μm; (2) a content of particles having a particle size of at most 5 μm is at most 60% on a particle number basis; (3) a content of an alkaline earth metal element and a rare-earth element is at most 0.1 weight %; (4) a content of oxygen is at most 0.5 weight %; and (5) a content of silicon is at most 1000 ppm by weight, and a content of iron is at most 1000 ppm by weight.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 21/072 - Binary compounds of nitrogen with metals, with silicon, or with boron with aluminium
• C08K 3/28 - Nitrogen-containing compounds

Abstract

Provided is a method that is capable of easily manufacturing an electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors having a large electrostatic capacity. This method of manufacturing an electrode material for aluminum electrolytic capacitors is characterized by including (1) a first step of subjecting at least one type of powder among aluminum and aluminum alloy to etching, (2) a second step of forming, on at least one surface of a substrate, a coating comprising a paste composition that includes the powder, a binder resin, and a solvent, and (3) a third step of sintering the coating.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01G 9/00 - Electrolytic capacitors, rectifiers, detectors, switching devices, light-sensitive or temperature-sensitive devices; Processes of their manufacture
• H01G 9/052 - Sintered electrodes
• H01G 9/055 - Etched foil electrodes

Abstract

Provided is an aluminum alloy foil that has sufficient surface hardness, while exhibiting excellent moist-heat resistance and corrosion resistance. The aluminum alloy foil contains 96.9 mass % or more aluminum, 0.4 mass % or more and 3 mass % or less of manganese, 0.03 mass % or more and 0.08 mass % or less of iron, 0.00001 mass % or more and 0.1 mass % or less of silicon, 0.00001 mass % or more and 0.03 mass % or less of copper, 0.00001 mass % or more and 0.01 mass % or less of zinc, and 0.00001 mass % or more and 0.001 mass % or less of magnesium, based on the aluminum alloy foil taken as 100 mass %.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• B21B 1/02 - Metal rolling methods or mills for making semi-finished products of solid or profiled cross-section; Sequence of operations in milling trains; Layout of rolling-mill plant, e.g. grouping of stands; Succession of passes or of sectional pass alternations for rolling heavy work, e.g. ingots, slabs, billets, in which the cross-sectional form is unimportant
• B32B 15/08 - 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
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• B32B 37/18 - Methods or apparatus for laminating, e.g. by curing or by ultrasonic bonding characterised by the properties of the layers with all layers existing as coherent layers before laminating involving the assembly of discrete sheets or panels only
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• B21B 3/00 - Rolling materials of special alloys so far as the composition of the alloy requires or permits special rolling methods or sequences

Abstract

An aluminum alloy additive manufacturing product and a method manufactures the same. The aluminum alloy additive manufacturing product is formed by molding a raw metal by an additive manufacturing method. The raw metal is made of an aluminum alloy. The aluminum alloy contains Fe and one or more of Mn and Cr. The Fe is an inevitable impurity of 0.3 weight % or less. The one or more of Mn and Cr have a total weight of 0.3 to 10 weight %. The aluminum alloy additive manufacturing product contains any one or more of an intermetallic compound and an aluminum alloy solid solution. The intermetallic compound contains two or more of Al, Mn, Fe, and Cr. One or more elements of Mn, Fe, and Cr are dissolved in the aluminum alloy solid solution.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/02 - Alloys based on aluminium with silicon as the next major constituent
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing
• B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• B22F 3/24 - After-treatment of workpieces or articles
• B22F 10/10 - Formation of a green body

Abstract

This aluminum alloy foil has a surface layer which is a region within 2 μm from the surface in the thickness direction thereof, and a middle layer which is the remaining region of the aluminum alloy foil, wherein the concentration of Fe in the surface layer is 1.0 mass% or more as measured through GD-OES analysis, the concentration of Fe in the surface layer is higher than the concentration of Fe in the middle layer, and the content of Cu in the aluminum alloy is 0.05≤Cu≤0.30 as measured through ICP analysis.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22F 1/04 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of aluminium or alloys based thereon

Goods & Services

Dyestuffs; pigments; paints; colorants; printing inks; water-colors being paints; oil colors; metals in foil and powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art; precious metals in foil and powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art.

Abstract

[Problem] To provide: a film which is for aging edible meat and which is relatively easy to treat and allows edible meat to be aged more safely and effectively; and a film which is for preserving meat and can effectively suppress the deterioration of color or the like of fresh edible meat. [Solution] The present invention relates to a film for preserving edible meat, the film being characterized by: (1) including a hydrogen generating layer containing hydrogen generating particles which can generate a molecular hydrogen upon reacting with water; and (2) using the film in a state in which the hydrogen generating layer is directly contacted with the surface of the edible meat.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23L 13/00 - Meat products; Meat meal; Preparation or treatment thereof
• A23B 4/24 - Inorganic compounds
• C01B 3/02 - Production of hydrogen or of gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen
• C01B 3/08 - Production of hydrogen or of gaseous mixtures containing hydrogen by reaction of inorganic compounds containing electro-positively bound hydrogen, e.g. water, acids, bases, ammonia, with inorganic reducing agents with metals

Abstract

In order to form at least one type of electrode in a size closer to the width of an opening, on a passivation film of a crystal-based solar cell having said passivation film on one surface or both surfaces of a silicon substrate, this method for producing a crystal-based solar cell having a passivation film on one surface or both surfaces of a silicon substrate comprises: step 1 for forming a coating film composed of an electrode-forming paste composition in a region covering an opening of the passivation film, the passivation film being, when provided on one surface of the silicon substrate, a passivation film A having at least one opening or being, when provided on both surfaces of the silicon substrate, passivation films A each having at least one opening; step 2 for baking the silicon substrate and the coating film; and step 3 for, while leaving behind baking products (8, 9) formed in such a manner as to fill recessed portions of the opening, removing a part or the whole of a baking product (7) formed in other manners.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes
• H01L 31/068 - SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES NOT COVERED BY CLASS - Details thereof adapted as photovoltaic [PV] conversion devices characterised by at least one potential-jump barrier or surface barrier the potential barriers being only of the PN homojunction type, e.g. bulk silicon PN homojunction solar cells or thin film polycrystalline silicon PN homojunction solar cells
• H01L 31/18 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of these devices or of parts thereof

Abstract

The present invention provides: a conductive paste from which an electrode that causes little damage to a passivation film and has excellent adhesion to the passivation film can be formed; and a solar cell. The present invention relates to: a conductive paste containing silver particles, an organic vehicle, a glass frit, and a copper compound, wherein the amount of copper contained in the copper compound is 0.01-0.8 parts by mass with respect to 100 parts by mass of the silver particles; and a solar cell having an electrode formed by using the conductive paste.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01B 1/22 - Conductive material dispersed in non-conductive organic material the conductive material comprising metals or alloys
• H01L 31/0224 - Electrodes

Goods & Services

(1) Dyestuffs; pigments; aluminium paints; colorants for use in the manufacture of paint; colorants for use in the manufacture of printing ink; printing inks; water-colors being paints; oil colors; metals in foil and powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art; precious metals in foil and powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art