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Wetness Indicator Having Varied Hues

A wetness indicator material may be used on a substrate to form a wetness sensor. The sensor may show either the presence or absence of an aqueous-based fluid or water-containing medium, such as vaginal fluid or urine in a personal hygiene article. The wetness sensor may be incorporated into the article. The wetness indicator material includes a standard colorant that does not change color when wetted. The standard colorant increases the range of hues exhibited by the wetness indicator material.
Owner:KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE INC

Water contract indicator

The present invention discloses an adhesive article. The adhesive article comprises a first layer comprising a transparent film, the first layer having a first major surface and a second major surface. Additionally, the adhesive article comprises a second layer comprising a fluid transport substrate, the second layer having a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface of the second layer being in contact with the second major surface of the first layer and a third layer comprising a fluid transportable ink, the third layer being associated with the second major surface of the second layer. The adhesive article then comprises an adhesive layer.
Owner:3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES CO

Irreversible humidity indicator cards

An irreversible humidity indicator card comprising an intermediate carrier member containing one or more holes, a clear, water vapor permeable first outer layer secured to the first side of the carrier member, a deliquescent material contained within the holes in the carrier member, a dark colored, absorbent sheet material secured to the back side of the carrier member to cover the holes in the carrier member and a second outer layer which covers the colored absorbent sheet material and a portion or all of the back side of the intermediate carrier member.
Owner:SUD CHEM PERFORMANCE PACKAGING

Intelligent polymerized crystalline colloidal array carbohydrate sensors

The present invention is related to glucose sensors that are capable of detecting the concentration or level of glucose in a solution or fluid having either low or high ionic strength. The glucose sensors of the present invention comprise a polymerized crystalline colloidal array (PCCA) and a molecular recognition component capable of responding to glucose. The molecular recognition component may be a boronic acid, such as a phenylboronic acid, glucose oxidase, a combination of phenylboronic acid and poly(ethylene)glycol or crown ether, or another component capable of detecting glucose in various fluids and solutions. The glucose sensors of the present invention may be useful in the development of noninvasive or minimally invasive in vivo glucose sensors for patients having diabetes mellitus.
Owner:UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

Non-Tacky Wetness Indicator Composition for Application on a Polymeric Substrate

The invention describes a color-developing composition that contains at least three major components: (1) a leuco dye or a combination of leuco dyes, (2) an color-developer or a combination of color-developers that can form colored complexes with the leuco dyes, and (3) a desensitizer to temporarily remove the effect of the developer so the leuco dye appears in its colorless form. An optional binder may be included so that the composition may be applied to a substrate as an ink. The ink composition may be applied to synthetic polymeric substrates and other substrates that are incorporated into absorbent articles or personal care products.
Owner:KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE INC

Desiccant pack with humidity sensor and method of manufacturing the same

A desiccant pack 1 with a humidity sensor comprises a pack body 10 formed by sealing the three opened sides of a package film having gas permeability and heat sealability, and a desiccant is filled inside the pack body 10. Humidity sensor substances are applied in a band or strip-shape to the surface of the pack body 10, by which humidity sensors 21, 22 and 23 are applied directly to the pack.
Owner:ASAHI SHIKO +1

Sensor

The present invention relates to sensor for indicating a cumulative time period of presence of an ambient relative humidity, there the sensor comprising an indicator and a carrier and the indicator being located at one or more limited portions of the carrier. The carrier allowing migrating of the indicator within the carrier and the indicator causing an extension thereof by migrating from the one or more limited portions when the ambient relative humidity level exceeds a predetermined level. Further, the extension by migrating being detectable by a user and the cumulative time period being related to the extension by migrating and the characteristics of the indicator and the carrier. The present invention also relates to a method for reading the cumulative time period of presence of an ambient relative humidity indicated by a sensor and a method for providing a sensor for indicating a cumulative time period of presence of an ambient relative humidity by providing a carrier with an indicator.
Owner:ANDERSEN ALF

Irreversible humidity exposure dose indicator device

An irreversible humidity exposure dose indicator device, including a housing sealed at a first end thereof and adapted at a second end thereof to admit ambient gas ingress into an interior volume containing chromogenic material. The chromogenic material in contact with water irreversibly absorbs such water to produce a change whose extent is correlative of cumulative exposure of the device to humidity. The device may be configured as an indicator card including an intermediate permeable membrane coated on a first side thereof with a layer of a deliquescent solid and being in contact on a second side thereof with a layer containing a reactive indicator, with a water-permeable layer adjacent to the layer containing the deliquescent coating, enclosed within a water-impermeable transparent enclosure. The device can include an opening to the permeable layer that is shielded by a removable member that is removed to initiate the dosimetric process, and permit water vapor to diffuse through the opening and liquefy the deliquescent material, so that the liquid permeates through the membrane and a visible indication of the location of the wet front is seen as the water contacts the chromogenic material. A scale can be printed on the exterior of the enclosure to permit a viewer to see the progress of the indication, e, g. of a color front.
Owner:APPEALING PRODS

Compositon for non-toxic, non-hazardous, and environmentally friendly humidity-indicating agent and its application

Cobalt chloride, copper chloride, and zinc chloride have been used as a humidity-indicating medium. European Union classified cobalt chloride as a category 2 carcinogen while repeated exposure to copper chloride can lead to copper poisoning. Zinc chloride is also known to be very harmful to the environment. These materials are very toxic to aquatic organisms and may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. The present invention relates to composition for non-toxic, non-hazardous, and environmentally friendly humidity-indicating agent and its application to humidity indicator, specifically humidity indicator card and humidity-indicating desiccant. The present invention discloses a humidity-indicating agent comprising; pH indicator dye, color-enhancing additive, and natural hygroscopic salt such as magnesium chloride and sodium chloride. All of the ingredients are carefully selected from non-toxic, non-hazardous, and environmentally friendly materials. The humidity-indicating agent changes color reversibly as a function of the relative humidity.
Owner:GP&E AMERICA +1

OLED packaging structure, display device and packaging method

The invention relates to the technical field of display, and especially relates to an OLED packaging structure, a display device and a packaging method. The OLED packaging structure comprises a base plate, a cover plate and a packaging unit arranged between the base plate and the cover plate; a display component is arranged on the base plate; the packaging unit packages the periphery of the display component; the internal part of the packaging unit at least comprises a layer of water vapor sensitive layer; and the water vapor sensitive layer will change color when meeting water. Through observing the color change condition of the water vapor sensitive layer, the problem that invasion of water vapor in packaging the OLED component is difficult to judge is solved.
Owner:BOE TECH GRP CO LTD

Water contact indicator

The present invention discloses an adhesive article. The adhesive article comprises a first layer comprising a fluid transport substrate, comprising a low molecular weight hydrophilic polymer resin, the first layer having a first major surface and a second major surface. The adhesive article additionally comprises a second layer comprising a fluid transportable ink, the second layer being associated with the second major surface of the second layer. The adhesive article also comprises an adhesive layer.
Owner:3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES CO

Moisture sensor

A moisture sensor is disclosed which measures cumulative exposure to moisture. The moisture sensor comprises a matrix having a hygroscopic material, a first reagent, and a second reagent which interact only in the presence of water to produce a detectable, irreversible change in the matrix to provide a moisture indication. The moisture sensor may be incorporated with a disposable diagnostic device, whereby a method for preventing the use of such a disposable diagnostic device if exposed to excessive cumulative humidity is also disclosed.
Owner:ROCHE DIAGNOSTICS OPERATIONS INC

Device and method for the determination of water

A test device and method is described for directly determining the liquid phase water content of organic solvents and indirectly the liquid phase water content of solids. The device and method utilize a reagent composition consisting basically the dried residue of a mixture of a colorimetric indicator material, preferably a cobaltous or cuprous salt, and a polymeric water barrier material, such mixture incorporated into a matrix which is contacted with or immersed into the liquid test sample, removed therefrom and the color change of the test composition correlated with a standard color chart to give a quantitative result of the amount of water in the test sample. When the method is applied to solids, the water must first be extracted from the solid using a substantially anhydrous extracting fluid such as reagent alcohol.
Owner:ENVIRONMENTAL TEST SYST

Water detection arrangement

An electronic device having an enclosure is disclosed. The electronic device includes a hole disposed at least partially through the enclosure. The electronic device also includes a detector configured to provide at least one visual indication after being immersed in water. The detector may include a moisture-indicating portion and a light-permitting moisture-proof membrane. The detector may be disposed inside at least one of the enclosure and the hole such that at least a portion of the detector is visible through the hole from outside of the enclosure without dismantling or opening the electronic device. The distance between the light-permitting moisture-proof membrane and an opening of the hole in the enclosure may be less than the distance between the moisture-indicating portion and the opening of the hole.
Owner:APPLE INC

Measuring Moisture In A CNT Based Fluid Or Paste

The present disclosure relates to pastes and methods of making a moisture determination of the paste during manufacture; optionally, the pastes comprise carbon nanotubes.
Owner:JIANGSU CNANO TECHNOLOGY CO LTD

Aqueous medium-sensitive coating compositions for triggered release of active ingredients and visual indication for wetness

An absorbent article includes a topsheet layer, a backsheet layer and one absorbent core layer. The topsheet layer, absorbent core layer and backsheet layer each include a longitudinally directed side peripheral edge. The absorbent article further includes an aqueous medium-sensitive coating composition for triggered release of active ingredients from the absorbent article. The aqueous medium-sensitive coating composition is affixed to the absorbent article adjacent a longitudinally directed side peripheral edge. The coating composition includes a betaine ester or betaine ester derivative having a functional active group derived from a fragrance with a hydroxyl group, a color changing visual indicator chemistry, where the visual indicator chemistry is selected from at least one of the group of a pH indicator dye and pH adjuster, a thermochromic dye and a polarity-sensitive dye.
Owner:KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE INC

Irreversible humidity exposure dose indicator device

An irreversible humidity exposure dose indicator device, including a housing sealed at a first end thereof and adapted at a second end thereof to admit ambient gas ingress into an interior volume containing chromogenic material. The chromogenic material in contact with water irreversibly absorbs such water to produce a change whose extent is correlative of cumulative exposure of the device to humidity. The device may be configured as an indicator card including an intermediate permeable membrane coated on a first side thereof with a layer of a deliquescent solid and being in contact on a second side thereof with a layer containing a reactive indicator, with a water-permeable layer adjacent to the layer containing the deliquescent coating, enclosed within a water-impermeable transparent enclosure. The device can include an opening to the permeable layer that is shielded by a removable member that is removed to initiate the dosimetric process, and permit water vapor to diffuse through the opening and liquefy the deliquescent material, so that the liquid permeates through the membrane and a visible indication of the location of the wet front is seen as the water contacts the chromogenic material. A scale can be printed on the exterior of the enclosure to permit a viewer to see the progress of the indication, e. g. of a color front.
Owner:APPEALING PRODS

Low cost humidity and mold indicator for buildings

A low-cost, easily manufactured humidity and mold indicator for buildings that incorporates a one-piece transparent plastic injection-molded body. Appearance of a warning icon or a change in color alerts the owners or occupants of a building to a hidden leak and thereby prevents costly structural damage, cosmetic damage and mold damage to building components. The indicator is easily inserted and secured into a drilled hole in panel such as a wall or soffit. In one embodiment, the indicator snaps into place after being fully inserted into the panel. In another embodiment, a retainer inserted into the hole holds the indicator enabling easier removal of the indicator for replacement or for inspection of the area behind the panel. An optional removable cap can be painted the same color as the wall. An optional mask covers the integral viewing window during painting of the device.
Owner:PFANSTIEHL JOHN GARDNER

Organic electro-luminescent display device

An organic electro-luminescent display device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a thin film transistor substrate including a base member; an organic material layer disposed on the base member in a display area and held between a lower electrode and an upper electrode; a dam formed on the base member in an external area surrounding the display area; and a sealing layer formed on the organic material layer, the sealing layer covering the display area, the sealing layer including a sealing planarization film formed of organic material and formed in an area surrounded by the dam, the sealing layer further including a sealing film formed of inorganic material and covering the dam. The dam includes moisture detection member.
Owner:JAPAN DISPLAY INC

Vacuum packing methods and apparatus for tobacco

Apparatus and methods of packing leaf tobacco preserve the integrity of tobacco, help retain freshness and moisture content of tobacco, and also help eliminate insect infestation. A packing container for leaf tobacco includes a carton, and a flexible, non-porous bag located within the carton. The bag includes a closeable opening through which the bag receives a quantity of tightly packed leaf tobacco. The bag is configured to have air extracted therefrom and to maintain a sub-atmospheric pressure therein.
Owner:PYXUS INT INC

Artificial testing soil and method of testing

An artificial test soil comprises particulate, hair, and fiber components, wherein said particulate component consists of mineral, food, and plant materials, so chosen and proportioned as to correlate to a typical soil found in the home. The test soil may be used to test cleaning products by application of a known amount thereof to a surface, cleaning of said surface, and determination of the amount of said soil removed from said surface.
Owner:SC JOHNSON & SON INC

Lanthanide-halide based humidity indicators

The present invention discloses a lanthanide-halide based humidity indicator and method of producing such indicator. The color of the present invention indicates the humidity of an atmosphere to which it is exposed. For example, impregnating an adsorbent support such as silica gel with an aqueous solution of the europium-containing reagent solution described herein, and dehydrating the support to dryness forms a substance with a yellow color. When this substance is exposed to a humid atmosphere the water vapor from the air is adsorbed into the coating on the pore surface of the silica gel. As the water content of the coating increases, the visual color of the coated silica gel changes from yellow to white. The color change is due to the water combining with the lanthanide-halide complex on the pores of the gel.
Owner:THE UNITED STATES AS REPRESENTED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Regeneratable dehumidifying bag having doubly-protected humidity indicator

A dehumidifying bag includes a water-vapor permeable pouch 1, a desiccant material 2 filled in the pouch 1 for absorbing moisture through the pouch for dehumidifying a surrounding wherein the pouch 1 is placed, and a doubly-protected humidity indicator 3 printed on an outer surface of the pouch 1 for reminding an user for replacing or regenerating the desiccant material 2 when saturated by moisture.
Owner:HSU TSANG HUNG

Post-steam sterilization moisture-indicating methods and articles

Methods for detecting moisture are described. The methods include sequential steps: (a) subjecting an article comprising a reversible moisture-indicating medium to steam sterilization in a steam sterilizer to produce a sterilized article; (b) subjecting the sterilized article to drying to reduce moisture in the sterilized article; (c) removing the sterilized article from the steam sterilizer; and (d) determining the level of moisture in the sterilized article after step (c) based on at least one property of the moisture-indicating medium. Packages comprising reversible steam-sterilization-compatible moisture-indicating media, including post-steam sterilization wet pack indicators, are also described
Owner:3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES CO
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