US PATENT SUBCLASS 28 / 283
.~.~.~ By fluid


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217  DF  THREAD FINISHING {4}
219  DF  .~ Surface modification of running length {5}
282  DF  .~.~ Tow opening or spreading {1}
283.~.~.~ By fluid


DEFINITION

Classification: 28/283

(under subclass 282) Method or apparatus wherein the opening or spreading of the tow is assisted or effected by a gaseous or liquid stream which causes the individual component, continuous filaments to separate and move apart to effect flattening and widening of the tow.

(1) Note. Fluid tow opening devices are commonly referred to in the art as "banding jets".