Abstract: A metal seed composition useful in seeding a metal diffusion barrier or conductive metal layer on a semiconductor or dielectric substrate, the composition comprising: a nanoscopic metal component that includes a metal useful as a metal diffusion barrier or conductive metal; an adhesive component for attaching said nanoscopic metal component on said semiconductor or dielectric substrate; and a linker component that links said nanoscopic metal component with said adhesive component. Semiconductor and dielectric substrates coated with the seed compositions, as well as methods for depositing the seed compositions, are also described.

Abstract: The exhaust element comprises an outer shell made of a composite material and an inner thermal protection. The inner thermal protection comprises a layer of high temperature insulation material and an inner liner for abrasion protection of the high temperature insulation material. The inner liner is a high temperature resistant textile.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a structure having a spatially organized polymer nanostructured thin film and a metal coating on the film. The thin film is made by directing a monomer vapor or pyrolyzed monomer vapor towards a substrate at an angle other than perpendicular to the substrate, and polymerizing the monomer or pyrolyzed monomer on the substrate.

Abstract: A multilayer composite film includes in sequence: a) a biaxially oriented, opaque polyester base layer; b) a non-voided polyester layer on and coextensively in contact with a surface of the base layer; and c) a metal layer on a surface of the non-voided polyester layer opposite the opaque polyester base layer, or on a primer layer on a surface of the non-voided polyester layer opposite the opaque polyester base layer. The film may be prepared by vapor depositing or plasma depositing a metal layer on a surface of a non-voided polyester layer coextensively contacting a biaxially oriented, opaque polyester base layer, or on a primer layer on a surface the non-voided polyester layer.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are an insulating base plated with a metal layer, a plating method thereof, and a transparent electrode including the insulating base. During the manufacture of a polymer layer, a structure of an interface layer between a surface of the polymer layer and a metal layer is modified, adhesion with metal is excellent and the polishability of the interface layer is reduced, and thus, the reflectivity of the metal layer is reduced and particular color impression of metal is reduced to obtain black-oxide treated properties. When the metal layer formed on the insulating base is used in a mesh-type transparent electrode having a fine pattern, sufficient adhesion with metal for forming a pattern is obtained and the reflectivity of an adhesion layer of the metal layer is reduced, thereby increasing the visibility. Accordingly, the insulating base may be suitable for products such as transparent electrodes or touch panels.

Abstract: There is provided a method for producing a molded product of which surface is modified by a functional material using a molding machine such as a general-purpose injection molding machine or extrusion molding machine. The method for producing the molded product includes: mixing a block copolymer having a hydrophilic segment with the functional material; mixing the block copolymer, which has been mixed with the functional material, with a thermoplastic resin; and molding the thermoplastic resin in which the functional material and the block copolymer are mixed.

Abstract: A compliant, impact-absorbing layer (27) on a thermal barrier coating (TBC) (26) on a substrate (24). The impact-absorbing layer (27) has an internal structure of planar grains (28) oriented parallel to the substrate so the impact-absorbing layer preferentially fractures horizontally and it blocks vertical cracking. A ceramic armor layer (30) on the impact-absorbing layer has a higher density, and is fractured (32) into fracture plates (33, 34) of a designed size. This provides a thermal barrier with particle impact-resistance that may be applied to gas turbine components where needed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a multilayer strip (1) comprising at least: an essentially mica-based layer (3) and a polymeric layer (2) comprising 60 to 85% by weight of a mineral filler (4) and 15 to 40% by weight of a polymer.

Abstract: A spatially organized polymer nanostructured thin film and a ligand adsorbate attached to the polymer nanostructured thin film and, optionally, an additional material or materials attached to the ligand adsorbate. A method for forming a structure by: providing a spatially organized polymer nanostructured thin film and a ligand adsorbate, and adsorbing the ligand adsorbate onto the thin film and, optionally, binding additional material or materials to the ligand adsorbate.

Abstract: The present invention provides a material that comprises hygroscopic or deliquescent particles encapsulated in a transparent matrix which may or may not be on a support or substrate, the process for obtaining said material and the use thereof for the manufacturing of devices with controlled variable optical transmission.

Abstract: There are provided a thermal barrier coating material and a thermal barrier coating member that can suppress spalling when used at a high temperature and have a high thermal barrier effect, a method for producing the same, a turbine member coated with a thermal barrier coating, and a gas turbine. The thermal barrier coating member comprises a heat resistant substrate, a bond coat layer formed thereon, and a ceramic layer formed further thereon, wherein the ceramic layer comprises an oxide which consists of an oxide represented by the general formula A2Zr2O7 doped with a predetermined amount of CaO or MgO and has 10 volume % or more of a pyrochlore type crystal structure, where A represents any of La, Nd, Sm, Gd, and Dy.

Abstract: The invention relates to a structural or chassis component of a motor vehicle, said structural or chassis component consisting of a composite material comprising an outer metallic layer, a middle plastics or plastics foam layer and an outer fiber-reinforced plastics layer. The object of providing a structural or chassis component which allows a further reduction in weight to be made without adversely affecting the load bearing capacity characteristics is achieved in that the thickness of the middle plastics layer is at least 0.2 mm.

Abstract: A method for providing a bonded glass component for use in an LCD display. A frame is sealed to a glass component. A barrier coat is then applied to the sealant. An adhesive is poured over the entirety of the glass component and the frame. Starting at one edge of the glass component a second glass component is lowered down until an adhesive wave progresses across the glass component, until the second glass component in position.

Abstract: The present invention provides magnetically responsive activated carbon, and a method of forming magnetically responsive activated carbon. The method of forming magnetically responsive activated carbon typically includes providing activated carbon in a solution containing ions of ferrite forming elements, wherein at least one of the ferrite forming elements has an oxidation state of +3 and at least a second of the ferrite forming elements has an oxidation state of +2, and increasing pH of the solution to precipitate particles of ferrite that bond to the activated carbon, wherein the activated carbon having the ferrite particles bonded thereto have a positive magnetic susceptibility. The present invention also provides a method of filtering waste water using magnetic activated carbon.

Abstract: The invention relates to a structural or chassis component of a motor vehicle, said structural or chassis component consisting of a composite material comprising an outer metallic layer, a middle plastics or plastics foam layer and an outer fibre-reinforced plastics layer. The object of providing a structural or chassis component which allows a further reduction in weight to be made without adversely affecting the load bearing capacity characteristics is achieved in that the thickness of the middle plastics layer is at least 0.2 mm.

Abstract: An apparatus having reduced phononic coupling between a graphene monolayer and a substrate is provided. The apparatus includes an aerogel substrate and a monolayer of graphene coupled to the aerogel substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a porous resin sheet which is a single-layer porous resin sheet including a thermoplastic resin, in which the porous resin sheet has a thickness of 1.0 mm or more, a dielectric constant at 1 GHz of 2.00 or less, a dielectric loss tangent of 0.0050 or less, and an elastic modulus of 200 MPa or more. Also, the present invention relates to a method for producing the porous resin sheet, the method including: a gas impregnation step of impregnating a thermoplastic resin composition containing at least a thermoplastic resin with a non-reactive gas under pressure; and after the gas impregnation step, a foaming step of reducing the pressure to foam the thermoplastic resin composition.

Abstract: A system of layers in a protective coating (20) for a substrate (22), including at least an outer thermal barrier layer (32) and a tungsten bronze structure ceramic underlayer (30) that reduces spalling of the outer layer. The range of materials for the underlayer includes ceramics of the form Ba6?3mRe8+2mTi18O54, where 0<m<1.5, and Re is any rare earth element or mixture thereof. These underlayer materials reduce spalling of the thermal barrier layer, and thus extend the life of the coating system. In some embodiments, materials for the outer thermal barrier layer may include Yttria-stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) or ceramics with lower thermal conductivity than YSZ. A segmented YSZ layer (26) is provided in some embodiments for additional thermal expansion compliance.

Abstract: A coated thermoplastic film is disclosed. The film includes a polymeric substrate and a first coating layer. The polymeric substrate includes a first skin layer. The first coating layer on the first side of the first skin layer includes at least a first filler component. The filler component has a particular particle size relative to the open-cell, closed-cell or uncavitated structure of the first skin layer. Films and labels having improved balance of properties are described.

Abstract: An insulated brick (12) and the production method (100) thereof. The production method (100) of the insulated brick, which is the subject of this invention, includes a mold (1), at least one insulation panel (2) placed in the mold (1) and mortar (3) as well as at least one disc (5) that enables the wiping and dimensioning of the surface by means of cutting tool (4) which breaks down the block (6) that has been produced in the mold (1).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sheet-like construction element composed of composite material, comprising two metallic outer layers, a rigid polyurethane foam layer, and a compact polyurethane layer which comprises microcapsules with a capsule core composed of latent-heat-accumulator material, and also to a process for its production, and to its use.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for forming an inorganic coating on a protein template. The method comprises contacting the template with an anionic polymer interface followed by an inorganic material for a sufficient period of time to allow mineralization of the inorganic material thus forming an inorganic coating on the template. Preferably, the coating is aligned.

Abstract: A treated refractory material includes a porous refractory material having one or more protective materials disposed within pores of the refractory material. Methods of preparing the treated refractory material are also provided. The treated refractory material provides protection from the penetration of slag and extends the service life of the refractory material.

Abstract: The invention relates to the production and use of polyester polyols, formed from at least one carboxylic acid anhydride and ethylene glycol, wherein a specialized reaction control substantially suppresses the formation of 1,4-dioxane from diethylene glycol.

Abstract: The invention provides for a sorbent composition comprising Fe(IV), Fe(V), Fe(VI), and/or a mixture of thereof. (“the ferrate compound”), wherein upon exposure to CO2 and moisture, the sorbent composition absorbs CO2 and co-generates O2, and materials, systems and methods of using this sorbent composition.

Abstract: A method for modifying a porous substrate, including: coating a metal hydroxide layer on a porous substrate; and calcining the porous substrate with the metal hydroxide layer coated thereon to transform the metal hydroxide layer into a continuous metal oxide layer, forming a modified porous substrate. The disclosure also provides a modified porous substrate.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an article having a surface modified to alter its surface tension property and increase resistance to sand abrasion as characterized by a material volume loss of less than 75 mm3 according to ASTM G65-04 Procedure B. In one embodiment of the method, an intermediate layer is first deposited onto a substrate of the article. At least a substrate on the article is protected by a coating layer, which comprises: an intermediate layer adjacent to the substrate with a thickness of at least 2 mils containing a plurality of pores with a total pore volume of 5 to 50% within a depth of at least 2 mils; and a surface layer comprising a lubricant material deposited onto the intermediate layer. The lubricant material infiltrates at least a portion of the pores for the coating to have the desired surface tension depending on the application.

Abstract: Composite materials and methods for making composites are provided. The method includes providing a nano-particulate-depletable material that includes a plurality of nano-particulates on or within a depletable material; positioning the nano-particulate-depletable material on or within a structural material; and depleting the depletable material such that the nano-particulates are selectively placed on or within the structural material. Depletion may include infusion of a resin into the structural material. The depletable material may be a polymeric foam, and the nano-particulates may be carbon nanotubes.

Abstract: A sports board is made by forming a rough blank that has an inner foam core and an outer cured fiberglass layer. The method further includes the steps of applying a bonding composition to the top and bottom surfaces of the rough blank; placing an upper surface panel and a lower surface panel on the top and bottom surfaces of the rough blank before the bonding composition has cured; heating the molded sports board in a compression mold; and trimming the molded sports board to form the finished sports board.

Abstract: A composite component comprising at least one first and one second sheet metal plate with at least one layer of a polymer arranged between the first and the second sheet metal plates provides for a component optimized with respect to the weight thereof, and which is at the same time simple to manufacture. The polymer layer of the composite component according to the invention comprises at least one foamed polymer layer of a thermoplastic polymer, wherein the foamed polymer layer comprises gas bubbles with a volume percentage of 1% to 80%, in particular 5% to 70%.

Abstract: A method of producing a composite oxygen ion membrane and a composite oxygen ion membrane in which a porous fuel oxidation layer and a dense separation layer and optionally, a porous surface exchange layer are formed on a porous support from mixtures of (Ln1-xAx)wCr1-yByO3-? and a doped zirconia. In the porous fuel oxidation layer and the optional porous surface exchange layer, A is Calcium and in the dense separation layer A is not Calcium and, preferably is Strontium. Preferred materials are (La0.8Ca0.2)0.95Cr0.5Mn0.5O3-? for the porous fuel oxidation and optional porous surface exchange layers and (La0.8Sr0.2)0.95Cr0.5Fe0.5O3-? for the dense separation layer. The use of such materials allows the membrane to sintered in air and without the use of pore formers to reduce membrane manufacturing costs. The use of materials, as described herein, for forming the porous layers have application for forming any type of porous structure, such as a catalyst support.

Abstract: A hygroscopic filler for an organic EL getter, a method of manufacturing the same, and an organic EL device including the same, the hygroscopic filler including a sheet having pores; and a mixture of an organic binder and a hygroscopic material, the mixture being secured to the sheet.

Abstract: A shear panel building material that includes a first facing membrane, a core matrix disposed on a face of the first facing membrane, and a semi-rigid or rigid material attached to the core matrix. The core matrix can include microspheres having a size of about 200 microns to about 800 microns, sodium silicate, and ethylene vinyl acetate. In one aspect, the shear panel is substantially free from glue and cement.

Abstract: A method for inhibiting corrosion under insulation (CUI) on the exterior of a structure, e.g., pipelines, piping, vessels and tanks, is provided. The method involves providing a structure that is at least partially formed from a corrosion resistant carbon steel (CRCS) composition. The CRCS composition includes corrosion resistance alloying additions in the amount of 0.1 weight percent to 9 weight percent. At least one alloying addition has a low free energy of formation for its oxide and/or hydroxide, e.g., vanadium and/or titanium. A corrosion inhibited structure that includes a structure at least partially formed from a corrosion resistant carbon steel (CRCS) composition, and insulation positioned around at least a portion of the structure.

Abstract: A carbon film composite, separation membrane module, and a method of manufacturing are presented. A carbon film is on a surface of a porous substrate, and the carbon film has an R value of not less than about 0.840. The R value is calculated from a Raman spectrum of the carbon film.

Abstract: The invention provides an arrangement and methods for thermally insulating aircraft, particularly but not exclusively for when the aircraft is operating in extremely hot or cold conditions, and describes an aircraft skin construction including a foam-stiffened CFC sandwich panel forming part of the aircraft outer skin mounted to an underlying load bearing aircraft structure, wherein the panel at the mounting to the structure includes two outer layers of CFC material with an inner layer of foam material sandwiched therebetween.

Abstract: A process for producing silicone foam, involves a reaction mixture in which hydrogen is released in a first reaction of compounds with at least one Si—H group in the presence of a basic catalyst. The reaction mixture is crosslinked in a second reaction in the presence of a metal catalyst.

Abstract: A method is described for producing layered structures comprising a porous metal layer and a ceramic containing layer comprising wherein a porous green ceramic layer is provided, and thereafter loose metal particles are applied to the green ceramic layer before sintering. In one embodiment, the green ceramic layer, after application of the loose metal particles, is dried to drive off the solvent and cause interpenetration of the metal particles. In another embodiment loose particles can be removed from the composite such as by shaking, and the green ceramic/loose metal particles composite compressed to cause further interpenetration of the metal particles prior to sintering.

Abstract: A nanomaterial based admixture improves the fire retardancy of foam-based GFRC material to a minimum of 3 hours, creating Nano GFRC. A dispersion of nanoclay in water is prepared by heating water to 80-90 ° C., adding the desired amount of nanoclay and stirring with a magnetic stirrer for 30-45 minutes, producing a stable and uniform dispersion. Concrete is made by mixing sand, acryl, water, nanoclay solution, and cement in a bucket, adding enough water reducer to thin the mixture enough to stir, adding fibers, and mixing the composite using a rotor for about 10 minutes. Polystyrene foam is sandwiched with the prepared mixture on all sides to make the concrete. This resulting concrete is lightweight and strong, reduces CO and CO2 emissions by a factor of three compared to standard GFRC, and shows dramatic improvement in fire retardant properties.

Abstract: Improved polisiloxane composite barrier to control, preventing the ingress, limiting the level of H2O within devices sensitive to its presence, method for its production, sensitive devices employing such barriers for the control of the H2O level within.

Abstract: A layered body which includes a porous layer. The layered body having improved properties, such as adhesion between its substrate and its porous layer by the formation of a crosslinked structure; a functional laminate using the porous layer layered body; and a production processes thereof. The layered body includes a base and the porous layer on at least one surface of the base. The base is a resin film made of at least one resin material of polyimide resins, polyamideimide resins, polyamide resins, and polyetherimide resins, or is a metal foil piece, and the porous layer is made of a composition containing at least one polymer of polyimide resins, polyamideimide resins, polyamide resins, and polyetherimide resins as a main component, and a crosslinking agent. Additionally, the porous layer has fine pores having an average pore diameter of 0.01 to 10 ?m, and a porosity of 30 to 85%.

Abstract: This invention relates to an lightweight, flexible, elastomeric, clear or opaque, optionally pigmented, pliable insulating material comprising an aerogel base material and a polymer material. The aerogel may be silica aerogel, a carbon aerogel, an alumina aerogel, a chalcogel, or an organic aerogel and may be crosslinked with polyurea or vanadium. In certain embodiments the aerogel is embedded within the silicone base polymer. In other embodiments the insulating material is composed of layers of aerogel impregnated polymer such that each layer comprises a different amount of aerogel, a different stiffness, a different thermal conduction behavior, or any other desirable parameter. Such layers can be assembled utilizing, for example, but without limitation, an onion layer approach. The layers of aerogel impregnated polymer may be color coded for identification of insulating properties.

Abstract: Thermal insulation assemblies, methods for fabricating thermal insulation assemblies, and thermally insulated structures are provided. In an exemplary embodiment, a thermally insulated structure is disclosed that includes a thermal insulation assembly comprises a ceramic tile having a surface coated with an alumina-mullite slurry. A ceramic matrix composite is disposed on the coated surface. The ceramic matrix composite comprises a first ply of a ceramic fiber impregnated with a ceramic matrix.

Abstract: A porous membrane material comprising a porous membrane substrate coated with a thin, uniform coating of a different material. The membrane material can have high electrical conductivity. The membrane material can exhibit a very high ratio of electrical conductivity to thermal conductivity. The porous membrane substrate may be removed to form the membrane.

Abstract: The invention relates to a substrate (10) having a metal film (12) for producing photovolatic cells (30), wherein a first side of the metal film (12) is intended for arranging a photovoltaic absorber layer (18). In order to improve the chemical resistance and the corrosion resistance at elevated temperature, a protective layer (16) made of a silicon-based sol-gel paint is arranged on the second side of the metal film (12).

Abstract: A method of depositing a SiNxCy liner on a porous low thermal conductivity (low-k) substrate by plasma-enhanced atomic layer deposition (PE-ALD), which includes forming a SiNxCy liner on a surface of a low-k substrate having pores on a surface thereon, in which the low-k substrate is repeatedly exposed to a aminosilane-based precursor and a plasma selected from nitrogen, hydrogen, oxygen, helium, and combinations thereof until a thickness of the liner is obtained, and wherein the liner is prevented from penetrating inside the pores of a surface of the substrate. A porous low thermal conductivity substrate having a SiNxCy liner formed thereon by the method is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparel constructed from various combinations of layers of materials with selected thermal and moisture transfer properties in order to provide improved performance characteristics. The inner layers manage the body heat of an individual by reflection and thermal retention while also providing moisture wicking and antimicrobial function. The middle layers manage thermal isolation from the external temperatures by using materials with very low thermal conductivity in combination with waterproof layers that can also be breathable. The outer layers manage external durability, water repellency and waterproofness. The apparel can be constructed with all layers made into one material and in one garment, or constructed as two garments with one being for body heat thermal function and one being for weather insulation and reflection function. The material is made to be optionally form fitting with high stretch.

Abstract: A compliant, impact-absorbing layer (27) on a thermal barrier coating (TBC) (26) on a substrate (24). The impact-absorbing layer (27) has an internal structure of planar grains (28) oriented parallel to the substrate so the impact-absorbing layer preferentially fractures horizontally and it blocks vertical cracking. A ceramic armor layer (30) on the impact-absorbing layer has a higher density, and is fractured (32) into fracture plates (33, 34) of a designed size. This provides a thermal barrier with particle impact-resistance that may be applied to gas turbine components where needed.

Abstract: A burnthrough protection system including a fire barrier layer, a foam insulation material, and a distinct buffer layer disposed between the fire barrier layer and the foam insulation material, wherein the buffer layer is adapted to prevent adhesion between the fire barrier layer and the foam insulation at elevated temperature. The burnthrough protection system may be capable of passing the flame propagation and burnthrough resistance test protocols of 14 C.F.R. §25.856(a) and (b), Appendix F, Parts VI and VII. Also, an aircraft including an exterior skin, an interior liner, and the burnthrough protection system disposed between the exterior skin and the interior liner.

Abstract: A refractory, porous ceramic composite including crystalline mullite (3Al2O3+2SiO2 or 3Al6Si2O11) and a crystalline phase of LaPO4 is formed from a mullite-LaPO4 sol-gel by annealing the dried gel. During the annealing process, particle sintering and self-foaming occur in the glassy state, and pores are produced due at least in part to the release of entrapped gases that form during the pyrolysis of the gel. The resulting crystalline composite, or crystalline nanocomposite, has a high porosity and is dimensionally and chemically stable at high temperatures. The composite also has a high degree of structural (e.g., mechanical) stability, related at least in part to the fine texturing and mixing of the mullite and LaPO4 during preparation of the sol. The resulting ceramic composite shows little or no shrinkage or expansion between about 1000C and about 1200° C.