Did You Know...
...that Robert Adler has the dubious distinction of being the Father of the Couch Potato? Back in 1955 Adler was employed by what was then Zenith Radio Corp., where he was charged to invent something that would allow viewers to turn down the TV volume without leaving their chairs. After a series of flops (such as a wired contraption that people tripped over), Adler hit on the idea of using sound waves. Thus the Remote Control was born...
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 6913928 | Hazardous chemical simulants Disclosed are hazardous chemical simulant compositions that can be used to simulate hazardous chemicals and methods for using hazardous chemical simulants. The compositions can include a phosphor, which emits visible light in the presence of ultraviolet light. The m... | 07/05/2005 |
| 6660460 | Stripper Compositions suitable for removing photoresist, probing ink and wafer bonding adhesive from a substrate containing one or more (C6 -C16)olefins, one or more (C1 -C6)alkoxybenzenes, and one or more organic sulfon... | 12/09/2003 |
| 6660706 | General purpose cleaners Multipurpose cleaners are comprised of an alkoxylated carboxylic acid ester corresponding to the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R1 CO is an aliphatic acyl group, AlkO is CH2 CH2 O, CHCH3 CH2 O, CH... | 12/09/2003 |
| 6537957 | Liquid acidic hard surface cleaning composition The present invention describes liquid acidic cleaning compositions suitable for cleaning bathroom surfaces comprising a homo- or copolymer or vinylpyrrolidone, or a mixture thereof, a polysaccharide polymer, or a mixture thereof, an anionic surfactant, a... | 03/25/2003 |
| 6239089 | Aqueous cleaning solutions containing elevated levels of N-alkyl-2-pyrrolidone Aqueous cleaning solution concentrates with elevated levels of N-alkyl-2-pyrrolidone solubilized therein, comprising a surfactant formulation incorporating at least one N-alkyl-2-pyrrolidone, the alkyl group of which has 6 to 12 carbon atoms, and a C... | 05/29/2001 |
| 6165285 | Method for the cleaning of delicate surfaces Compositions are disclosed which are suitable for the safe cleaning of delicate surfaces, i.e. marble and lacquered surfaces, e.g. lacquered wooden floors. The compositions disclosed herein comprise at least one anionic surfactant, they are free of strong... | 12/26/2000 |
| 6153015 | Process for removing soap-contaminated conversion layers on metal workpieces The process for removing a soap-contaminated conversion layer remaining on a metal workpiece after cold-forming with an aqueous acidic cleaning composition containing water, a surfactant such as an alkyl amine ethoxylate and nitric acid, phosphoric acid a... | 11/28/2000 |
| 6063206 | De-oiling process using enzymes Compositions and methods are provided for cleaning and de-oiling metal parts and then degrading the removed oils or other organic compounds in an environmentally-friendly manner. The compositions generally contain surfactants to remove the oils and enzyme... | 05/16/2000 |
| 6029712 | Chemical and biological agent resistant hose for gas transmission and personnel protection A hose and wire casing adapted to withstand biological and chemical attacks. The hose/wire casing is manufactured by placing a barrier wrap of elastomer and ultra-high-molecular-weight-polyethylene around a hose body or conductor bundle. The two parts are... | 02/29/2000 |
| 5998348 | Concentrate for a dihydrogen phosphate-based metal cleaning composition that does not damage plastic An aqueous liquid composition containing dihydrogen phosphate salt, surfactant(s), and a dual coordinate bonding agent for iron cleans soiled metal surfaces without damaging any plastic parts that come into contact with the composition, supporting the gro... | 12/07/1999 |
| 5955417 | Scouring pad A scouring pad is disclosed for cleaning and polishing delicate surfaces. The pad includes a three dimensional lofty nonwoven web made out of a plurality of polyester fibers and a cleansing composition which is present in the voids within the web in dry f... | 09/21/1999 |
| 5932020 | Metal cleaning composition and process that do not damage plastic An aqueous liquid composition containing dihydrogen phosphate salt, sulfur containing surfactant, and preferably a small amount of phosphoric acid cleans soiled metal surfaces without damaging any plastic parts that come into contact with the composition ... | 08/03/1999 |
| 5871666 | Non-V.O.C. emulsifier for methyl esters An emulsifier composition containing: (a) from about 7 to about 15% by weight of an alkyl polyglycoside of formula I: R1 O(R2 O)b (Z)a (I) wherein R1 is a monovalent organic radical having... | 02/16/1999 |
| 5849682 | Cleaner/degreaser concentrate compositions Substantially nonaqueous concentrates for use in preparing stable, aqueous cleaner/degreaser compositions in the form of totally water soluble solutions comprise (a) at least one sparingly water soluble organic solvent having certain defined characteristi... | 12/15/1998 |
| 5821212 | Rinse aid and process for stainless steel Hydrogen peroxide rinse aid solutions of the present invention added to hydrochloric acid rinse baths for acid pickled stainless steel enables hydrochloric acid rinse baths to easily remove stainless steel oxides and smutt from the surfaces of acid pickle... | 10/13/1998 |
| 5811383 | High water content, low viscosity, oil continuous microemulsions and emulsions, and their use in cleaning applications Superior high water containing oil continuous microemulsions and emulsions for cleaning contain defined amounts of water, one or more ionic surfactants, and one or more organic solvents so that the compositions have a low conductivity and low viscosity.... | 09/22/1998 |
| 5672578 | Limescale removing compositions Limescale removing compositions contain a low level of surfactant, i.e., less than about 1% and maleic acid and have a pH of from about 0.1 to about 4.5. The surfactant can be anionic, nonionic, amphoteric, or cationic, but is preferably cationic. The com... | 09/30/1997 |
| 5670469 | Methods and compositions for cleaning and decontamination Improved compositions containing a visible coloring agent, such as a pigment or dye, together with a polymer or hydroxylated aliphate alcohol, and an active ingredient defined as a surfactant, a therapeutic agent or biocide, are disclosed. The detectable ... | 09/23/1997 |
| 5643864 | Anionic surfactants having multiple hydrophobic and hydrophilic groups According to the invention, an improved class of anionic surfactants having improved surfactant properties characterized as mild and environmentally safe have been provided comprising compounds of the formula: ##STR1## The anionic surfactants of the ... | 07/01/1997 |
| 5635465 | Alkaline degreasing solution An alkaline degreasing aqueous solution containing 0.01 to 10 g/l of a nonionic surface-active agent, and an organic substance exhibiting water solubility or water dispersibility at a pH value of at least 8, having a phenolic hydroxyl group with a molecul... | 06/03/1997 |
| 5597792 | High water content, low viscosity, oil continuous microemulsions and emulsions, and their use in cleaning applications Superior high water containing oil continuous microemulsions and emulsions for cleaning contain defined amounts of water, one or more ionic surfactants, and one or more organic solvents so that the compositions have a low conductivity and low viscosity.... | 01/28/1997 |
| 5554312 | Photoresist stripping composition A non-aqueous photoresist stripping composition for effectively preventing the redeposition of alkali metal ions, particularly sodium and potassium ions, on a substrate during the stripping operation is disclosed. The stripping composition comprises: (a) ... | 09/10/1996 |
| 5534177 | Compositions useful for removing products of metal corrosion The present invention is directed to compositions useful for removing products of metal corrosion from corroded metals which consists essentially of an aqueous liquid solution of malonic acid, a surfactant and an organic solvent selected from the group co... | 07/09/1996 |
| 5518640 | Metal working emulsion cleaner An emulsion cleaner formulation is provided which is free of toxic or hazardous materials listed under SARA 313. The emulsion cleaner formulation employs a blend of triethanolamine soap of tall oil fatty acid, polyethylene glycol (400) dioleate and polyet... | 05/21/1996 |
| 5470508 | Aqueous oil removal composition containing higher-alkyl pyrrolidone A three part cleaning composition uses C6 -C20 alkyl substituted lactam as a cleaning agent, an anionic surfactant and water to solubilize and remove oil or grease from hard surfaces. The lactam is provided in a ratio, relative to su... | 11/28/1995 |
| 5401326 | Microemulsion cleansers and their uses This invention relates to microemulsion cleaners comprising (a) an organic solvent (b) a surfactant blend comprising an anionic and nonionic surfactant (c) a glycol ether (d) morpholine, and (e) water. These cleaners can be used for removing baked-on oil ... | 03/28/1995 |
| 5399285 | Non-chlorinated low alkalinity high retention cleaners Non-chlorinated, low alkalinity, high retention liquid hard surface cleaner concentrate and use solutions containing an amine oxide surfactant, an anionic surfactant, a hydrophobically modified polymer surfactant, a thinner, and alkali are provided, which... | 03/21/1995 |
| 5393451 | High temperature flashpoint, stable cleaning composition The present invention relates to an aqueous based micellar solution in the form of a microemulsion which is an effective all-purpose cleaner and which has a flashpoint in excess of its boiling point which is typically greater than 212 degrees Fahrenheit.... | 02/28/1995 |
| 5372741 | Aqueous degreasing composition and process An aqueous degreasing composition which is free of silicates, chelates and inorganic phosphates and a method for degreasing metal substrates which are sensitive to these types of compositions. The composition of the present invention includes: an alkali b... | 12/13/1994 |
| 5352296 | Process for cleaning metal surfaces In a process of cleaning metal surfaces with aqueous alkaline cleaning solutions, which contain silicates and surfactants and are recycled after ultrafiltration, a solution is employed which contains silicate only as a sodium silicate and/or potassium sil... | 10/04/1994 |
| 5336419 | Silicone gel for ease of ironing and better looking garments after ironing This invention relates to fabric care compositions comprising a silicone gel for ease of ironing and improved appearance after ironing.... | 08/09/1994 |
| 5264158 | Aqueous based cleaner-degreaser An aqueous based cleaner-degreaser for removing oleophilic petroleum oils and greases from metal and metal alloys, such as aluminum and zinc, and has been developed employing a mixture of a quaternary phosphate, a ketone, a primary amine, and surfactant a... | 11/23/1993 |
| 5230824 | Aqueous tertiary thiol ethoxylate cleaning composition An aqueous cleaning composition is employed in a machine for removing oil, dirt and grinding debris from a metal surface comprises a plurality of wash, rinse and dry stations separated to prevent contamination carryover from one station to the next. Razor... | 07/27/1993 |
| 5192461 | Aqueous degreasing solution having high free alkalinity A low solids, solvent free liquid aqueous degreasing concentrate composition having high free alkalinity which includes from about 20% to about 40% by weight of an alkali builder constituent; from about 15% to about 25% by weight of a wetting agent mixtur... | 03/09/1993 |
| 5174870 | Electrocleaning method A liquid concentrate composition for use in the cleaning of a surface comprises a mixture of sodium di-isopropyl naphthalene sulfonate, trisodium nitrilotriacetate and sodium diethanolglycinate.... | 12/29/1992 |
| 5108645 | Detergent resin composition A detergent resin composition is provided which is, in a small quantity, capable of very effectively deterging the inside of molding machines in a short period of time at the time of change-over of chlorine-containing resins inside the machines, which com... | 04/28/1992 |
| 5096622 | Liquid detergent composition containing alkylbenzene sulfonate, alkyl ethonal ether sulfate, alkanolamide foam booster and magnesium and triethanolammonium ions An aqueous light duty liquid detergent composition consisting essentially of, by weight, 10% to 50% of a mixture of a water-soluble alkylbenzene sulfonate detergent salt and a water-sokluble alkyl ethenoxy ether sulfate detergent salt in a weight ratio su... | 03/17/1992 |
| 5080831 | Aqueous cleaner/degreaser compositions Improved stable, aqueous cleaner/degreaser compositions formulated in the form of totally water soluble solutions comprise: (a) at least one sparingly water soluble organic solvent characterized by: (i) having a watersolubility in the range of approximately 0.2 to ... | 01/14/1992 |
| 5080822 | Aqueous degreaser compositions containing an organic solvent and a solubilizing coupler Stable, aqueous degreaser compositions are formulated in the form of totally water soluble solutions containing at least one sparingly soluble organic solvent having specified compositional characteristics, a solubilizing coupler and water. The solubilizi... | 01/14/1992 |
| 5078894 | Formulations for iron oxides dissolution A mixture of a di- or polyphosphonic acid and a reductant wherein each is present in a sufficient amount to provide a synergistic effect with respect to the dissolution of metal oxides and optionally containing corrosion inhibitors and pH adjusting agents... | 01/07/1992 |
