Abstract: A branched polycarbonate resin prepared from a divalent phenol, a carbonate precursor, a branching agent, and a chain terminating agent is provided, in which the branching agent is composed of a trisphenol compound represented by the general formula (I). The use of the branching agent brings about excellent washability and permits molding which barely suffers from sagging (blow down) of the melt or stringiness thereof and is accompanied with high melt tension and excellent moldability, thus enabling efficient production of good molded products at high productivity.

Abstract: A heat fixing roll or belt having a silicone rubber layer which is formed by curing a silicone rubber composition comprising (A) 100 pbw of an organopolysiloxane having at least two silicon-bonded alkenyl radicals in a molecule, (B) 20-500 pbw of a metallic silicon powder having an average particle size of up to 100 ?m, and (C) an effective amount of a curing agent. The silicone rubber layer has a high heat conductivity and long-term temperature durability.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rubber composition devoid of or practically devoid of zinc or zinc derivative, usable in particular for the manufacture of tires or tire treads, comprising at least: a diene elastomer; an inorganic filler as reinforcing filler; optionally carbon black, in an amount less than 5 phr; a silane polysulfide of formula (I): in which: the symbols R1 and R2, which may be identical or different, each represent a monovalent hydrocarbon group selected from among alkyls, whether straight-chain or branched, having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms and the phenyl radical; the symbols R3, which may be identical or different, each represent hydrogen or a monovalent hydrocarbon group selected from among alkyls, whether straight-chain or branched, having from 1 to 4 carbon atoms and alkoxyalkyls, whether straight-chain or branched, having from 2 to 8 carbon atoms; the symbols Z, which may be identical or different, are divalent bond groups comprising from 1 to 18 carbon atoms; x is an integer or

Abstract: A method for preparing a modified thermoplastic resin by mixing a thermoplastic resin having a tg of 95° C. or greater and having a melt processing temperature of 250° C. or greater with a silicone base comprised of 100 parts by weight of a diorganopolysiloxane gum and having an average of at least 2 alkenyl groups per molecule in conjunction with 0 to 50 parts by weight of a reinforcing filler along with a radical initiator. The silicone base and this combination are dynamically vulcanized to cure the silicone base at an elevated temperature.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dielectric composition having a resin and a filler. The filler is used to raise the dielectric and has a passivating surface coating thereon.

Abstract: Provided is a process for continuous production of an organic-inorganic hybrid polymeric material in which inorganic substances are finely dispersed in a resin on a nanometer order, on an industrial scale without using any organic solvent or the like by using a simple apparatus. In the process, a thermoplastic resin having an acid number falling within a range from 1 to 200 mgKOH/g is melted and incorporated, to produce a composite composition, with an inorganic component formed from a metal alkoxide compound and/or a partial condensate thereof in the absence of an organic solvent capable of dissolving a thermoplastic resin. It is preferable to melt-knead by using as a production apparatus a continuous kneading apparatus including a twin screw extruder.

Abstract: Colorant composition finely divided colorants and two or more polyolefin waxes, the quantitatively greater fraction representing a metallocene wax, and the further waxes being polar or a polar non-metallocene-polyolefin waxes or copolymers of ethylene. All of the polyolefin waxes together make up at least 15% by weight of the formula, and melt between 70 and 15O0 C. The colorant composition of the invention features reduced dust and is used for masterbatch production.

Abstract: Disclosed are coating compositions exhibiting corrosion resistance properties. These compositions include (a) a film-forming binder; (b) a particulate material consisting essentially of elemental silicon; and (c) a non-conductive filler. The coating compositions are non-weldable.

Abstract: A polyamide resin composition contains: 85 to 95 parts by weight of a polyamide resin; 5 to 15 parts by weight of a wollastonite; 3 to 10 parts by weight, to 100 parts by the total weight of the polyamide resin and the wollastonite, of a styrene copolymer modified with at least one modifier of unsaturated carboxylic acids and unsaturated dicarboxylic anhydrides; and 0.5 to 5 parts by weight, to 100 parts by the total weight of the polyamide resin and the wollastonite, of a high-density polyethylene modified with at least one modifier of the unsaturated carboxylic acids and the unsaturated dicarboxylic anhydrides, and the polyamide resin containing ingredients: 10 to 50 parts by weight of nylon 6 and 50 to 90 parts by weight of nylon 66, based on 100 parts by weight of the whole polyamide resin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new methods of producing polymer composite materials. More specifically, the invention involves a process in which layered materials including clays and other inorganic materials are dispersed into polymer systems to create polymer nanocomposite films. The resulting films exhibit improved resistance to fading when compared to polymer films that lack the additional layered materials.

Abstract: A pneumatic tire comprising at least one component, the at least one component comprising a rubber composition comprising the rubber composition comprising a diene based elastomer, from 1 to 30 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of diene based elastomer (phr) of cellulose fiber, and from 1 to 20 phr of a substituted polyisoprene comprising units of formula I, wherein —R comprises hydrogen and a substituent group of structure II wherein the number of substituent groups of structure II occurring per substituted polyisoprene molecule ranges from 1 to 5, and the weight average molecular weight of the substituted polyisoprene ranges from 20000 to 30000.

Abstract: A material for fuel system parts is provided, which is excellent in alcohol gasoline permeation-preventing property and impact resistance and suitably usable for the parts attached to a fuel tank or a fuel hose. A material for fuel system parts, comprising a polyamide resin composition which comprises (A) a polyamide resin, (B) a layered silicate, (C) a polyolefin and (D) an impact resistant material and in which (A) the polyamide resin having dispersed therein (B) the layered silicate forms a matrix phase and at the same time, a dispersion phase of a core-shell particle structure with the core being (C) the polyolefin and the shell being (D) the impact resistant material is present in the matrix.

Abstract: The invention discloses improved water-based compositions that are useful as barrier coatings to regulate the intrusion and extrusion of air and water. Specifically, the water-based compositions, when dried, provide barrier-coatings that have an effective combination of properties including moisture vapor permeability, air permeability resistance, and water resistance. More specifically, the water-based barrier compositions are designed to be environmentally friendly, and user friendly, and provide coated-substrates that are particularly useful for the manufacture of enclosed structures including buildings.

Abstract: An improved coating composition including a polymeric component and synthetic clay. The coating composition is particularly useful for coating a polymeric substrate, such as a styrenic polymeric substrate. One particular preferred application involves coating a closed cell foam extruded styrenic polymeric insulation panel with the coating composition, thereby realizing attractive barrier properties and optical characteristics from the coating.

Abstract: A method of producing a metal-ceramic composite material having a metallic luster. This method involves subjecting a cured product obtained by curing a curable silicone composition containing a metal filler to heating under a non-oxidizing atmosphere, at a temperature that is within a range from 400 to 1,500° C. and is less than the melting point of the metal filler. Using this method, a metal-ceramic composite material that has a shape and dimensions that meet the required specifications with a high degree of precision can be produced with comparative ease.

Abstract: A blend comprising a) at least one aromatic nylon with or without inorganic nano-particles and b) at least one aliphatic/aromatic nylon comprising aromatic groups along the polymer backbone in an amount effective to prevent crystallization of the aromatic nylon. The blend reduces crystallization and resulting haze in multilayered products such as bottles, particularly in multilayered products are subjected to steam autoclave sterilization or retorting.

Abstract: At least certain embodiments of the present invention relate to polyurethane compositions for forming a layer of polyurethane on a textile, fabric or material, such as a flooring fabric or a non-flooring fabric. The compositions comprise the reaction product of castor oil having a water content of less than or equal to about 0.2% by weight; a monol, and an isocyanate, wherein the reactants have a soft segment functionality of about 2.0 to about 2.64. Methods of using the compositions and products including the compositions are also disclosed. At least selected embodiments may provide compositions for use in surface coverings such as floor coverings having a show surface such as a textile or fabric face material in contacting overlying relation to a polyurethane backing with or without additional structures, layers, backings, and/or the like, as well as apparatus, processes, and/or methods for making such surface coverings, uses for such surface coverings, and/or the like.

Abstract: Disclosed are an intermediate transfer belt for use in a laser printer, a fax machine and a copier, and a production method thereof. Specifically, an intermediate transfer belt including silicone modified polyimide resin and a production method thereof are provided, thereby realizing a monolayer intermediate transfer belt having excellent electrical properties, water repellency and heat dissipation properties and good mechanical strength. Further, even without the additional use of an adhesive layer for adhesion to a fluorine resin layer and fluorine resin, the intermediate transfer belt can exhibit satisfactory properties, and process efficiency can be maximized.

Abstract: Pulverulent polycondensation products are described, consisting of a) 5 to 95% by weight of a polycondensation product based on an aromatic or heteroaromatic compound (A) having 5 to 10 C atoms or heteroatoms having at least one oxyethylene or oxypropylene radical and one aldehyde (C) selected from the group consisting of formaldehyde, glyoxylic acid and benzaldehyde or mixtures thereof, and b) 5 to 95% by weight of a finely divided mineral carrier material having a specific surface area of 0.5 to 500 m2/g (according to BET as specified in DIN 66 131). The pulverulent polycondensation products according to the invention are outstandingly suitable in construction material mixtures in an amount of from 0.1 to 5% by weight, based on the weight of the construction material. The pulverulent polycondensation products have a number of advantages here, such as, for example, excellent storage stability, good liquefying action at low dosage and industrially simple production.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a polyarylene sulfide composition having excellent thermal conductivity, dimensional stability, heat resistance and low gas property, which is particularly useful to applications of electric parts such as electric and/or electronic parts or automobile electric parts. The present invention relates to a polyarylene sulfide composition comprising a polyarylene sulfide (a), a metal silicon powder (b), a fibrous filler (c), and preferably a release agent (d) and at least one thermally conductive filler (e) selected from the group consisting of a scale-like boron nitride powder (e1) having a hexagonal structure, a coated magnesium oxide powder (e2) coated with a complex oxide of silicon and magnesium and/or a complex oxide of aluminum and magnesium, a high purity magnesite powder (e3) which is a magnesite comprising magnesium carbonate as a main component and has a magnesium carbonate content of from 98 to 99.999% by weight, and graphite (e4).

Abstract: Polymeric compositions comprising polyolefins, amphiphilic block copolymers composed of polyisobutene blocks and polyoxyalkylene blocks and also optionally other polymers and/or fillers. Processes for dyeing or for printing such compositions and the use of amphiphilic block copolymers as auxiliaries for dyeing and printing polyolefins.

Abstract: A cyclic olefin resin film having a water vapor transmission rate of 200 to 400 g/m2/24 hrs at 40° C. and 90% RH and containing 0.03% to 1.0% by weight of particles having an in-film average particle size of 3.0 ?m or smaller. The film shows good adhesion to a polarizer, exhibits favorable moisture permeability helping reduce deterioration of a polarizing plate, and hardly varies in optical characteristics with changes in ambient temperature and humidity. The film provides an excellent polarizing plate and liquid crystal display.

Abstract: A plant-based resin-containing composition according to the present invention includes polyamide 11 and an amorphous resin. The amorphous resin is at least one resin selected from the group consisting of ABS resin, AS resin, ASA resin, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, polycarbonate, polymethylmethacrylate, modified polyphenylene ether, polysulfone, polyethersulfone and polyarylate. A plant-based resin-containing molded product according to the present invention is formed from the aforementioned plant-based resin-containing composition of the present invention.

Abstract: A thermal lithographic printing plate overcoat composition comprising (a) a water-soluble polymeric dye having an absorption band between about 300 and about 600 nm; and (b) micro-particles or nano-particles is provided. A negative-working thermal lithographic printing plate comprising (a) a hydrophilic substrate; (b) a near infrared imaging layer disposed on the hydrophilic substrate; and (c) an overcoat layer disposed on the imaging layer, said overcoat layer comprising a water-soluble polymeric dye having an absorption band between about 300 and about 600 nm; and micro-particles or nano-particles is also provided. Finally, a water-soluble polymeric dye having an absorption band between about 300 and about 600 nm is provided.

Abstract: A thermoformed disposable food container having a wall caliper of from about 10 to about 80 mils consisting essentially of from about 30 to about 80 percent by weight of a matrix polymer composition consisting predominantly of a polypropylene polymer and optionally including a polyethylene polymer, from about 10 to about 50 percent mica, from about 2.5 to about 25 percent calcium carbonate, and up to about 5 weight percent titanium dioxide, exhibits enhanced rigidity when the calcium carbonate has a mean particle size of less than about 8 microns. The extrudable compositions are likewise useful for film, sheet and injection molding applications.

Abstract: Compositions comprising a) one or more polyolefins which have a ring/ball softening point in the range from 50 to 165° C., a melt viscosity measured at a temperature of 170° C. in the range from 20 to 40 000 mPa·s and a glass transition temperature Tg of not more than ?10° C. and b) one or more inorganic filler(s). The compositions of the invention are suitable for producing building materials, in particular for the production of connecting elements for fastening articles to surfaces, in particular pegs.

Abstract: The invention relates to solid or gel-type nanocomposite material which can be polymerised, containing a) 4.9 95.9 wt. % of a soluble polymer; b) 4-95 wt. % of a partially or totally condensed silane selected from the group of epoxyalkoxysilanes, alkoxysilanes and alkylalkoxysilanes, the silane having an inorganic condensation degree of between 33-100% and an organic conversion degree of between 0-95%; c) 0-60 wt. % of an acrylate; d) 0.1-50 wt. % of surface modified nanometric particles selected from the group of oxides, sulphides, selenides, tellurides, halogenides, carbides, arsenides, antimonides, nitrides, phosphides, carbonates, carboxylates, phosphates, sulphates, silicates, titanates, zirconates, aluminates, stannates, plumbates and a mixed oxides; e) 0-50 wt.-% of a plasticizer; f) 0-5 wt.

Abstract: A method of producing a printable composition comprises mixing a quantity of particulate semiconductor material with a quantity of a binder. The semiconductor material is typically nanoparticulate silicon with a particle size in the range from 5 nanometres to 10 microns. The binder is a self-polymerising material comprising a natural oil, or a derivative or synthetic analogue thereof. Preferably the binder comprises a natural polymer formed by auto-polymerisation of a precursor consisting of a natural oil, or its derivatives including pure unsaturated fatty acids, mono- and di-glycerides, or methyl and ethyl esters of the corresponding fatty acids. The method may include applying the printable composition to a substrate, in single or multiple layers, and allowing the printable composition to cure to define the component or conductor on the substrate.

Abstract: A polymerizable dental glaze, comprising: a polymerizable, ethylenically unsaturated resin composition; a filler composition consisting essentially of a polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane filler; and a curing system. These polymerizable dental glazes may be used for temporary or permanent dental restorations.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel hydrodispersible waterproofing agent based on at least one water-insoluble and water-immiscible waterproofing agent which has previously been emulsified in a hydrosoluble amphiphilic copolymer composition. The invention also relates to the solid forms of said composition obtained by drying, and to the use thereof in a water-insoluble film-forming polymer composition or in a mineral binding agent composition for applications in the field of construction.

Abstract: A method for producing a rubber compound wherein the mechanical properties thereof are improved. In particular, the rubber compound has an increased elongation at rupture and/or increased tensile strength and/or increased tear strength and also a reduced compression set (DVR). The rubber compound includes a rubber which has at least two functional groups which can be cross-linked by hydrosilylation, a cross-linking agent consisting of hydrosiloxane or a hydrosiloxane derivative or a mixture of several hydrosiloxanes or derivatives, which include at least two SiH-groups per molecule in the centre, a hydrosilylation catalyst system, at least one filling material and a coagent which can be cross-linked by hydrosilylation.

Abstract: A thermosetting resin composite material is manufactured by forming a polybenzoxazine resin by polycondensation reaction of a compound having a phenolic hydroxyl group, primary amines, and formaldehydes in the presence of a swelling clay mineral having been subjected to organizing treatment, or by adding the swelling clay mineral to the reaction system after termination of the polycondensation reaction. A friction material is provided with the thermosetting resin composite material obtained by the above method.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the preparation of surface-modified inorganic fillers or pigments of a defined grain size, characterized in that filler or pigment slurries of inorganic fillers or pigments having a defined grain size are milled with the action of pressure and/or shear forces using polymer dispersions.

Abstract: A method of preparing a diluted chain extended organopolysiloxane containing polymer comprising the steps of reacting a pre-formed polymer with a suitable chain extender reactable with terminal groups of the polymer in the presence of a diluent material, a suitable catalyst and optionally an end-blocking agent; and Where required quenching the polymerisation process wherein the diluent material is substantially retained within the resulting diluted organopolysiloxane containing polymer. The case additionally relates to products of the process and subsequent applications for the polymer such as for example sealants and rubbers.

Abstract: A mixture, comprising of fly ash and an emulsion, where said emulsion is mixed with said fly ash in a range of 5% to 50% of fly ash per an area of a square yard and 0.5 gallons to 2.5 gallons per square yard of the emulsion to said area.

Abstract: An oriented polymer composition containing thirty to 95 weight-percent inert inorganic filler and a continuous phase of at least one orientable polymer contains void spaces due to cavitation and has a density of less than 0.8 grams per cubic centimeter, a flexural modulus of 1.4 gigapascals or more, cross section dimensions all greater than 1.5 millimeters, a delamination force value of 44.5 Newtons (ten pounds force) or more and little or no blowing agent.

Abstract: A polyester resin composition which comprises 30 to 80 wt % of a polybutylene terephthalate resin (A), 10 to 40 wt % of a polyethylene terephthalate resin (B), 0.1 to 40 wt % of a calcined kaolin (C) having an average particle diameter of 1.5 micro meter or less and 0.1 to 40 wt % of a spherical inorganic filler (D) is excellent in direct metal vapor deposition ability, and a light-reflecting article comprising a molded article from the resin composition and a vapor deposited metal film formed on part or whole of the surface of the molded article provides a high brightness feeling and is free from lowering of the brightness feeling due to shadowing after high temperature exposure, and thus can be suitably used as a housing, a reflector or an extension in an automobile lamp, a lighting apparatus in a household electrical appliance, or the like.

Abstract: High-use temperature, lightweight polymer/inorganic nanocomposite materials are described having enhanced thermal stability and performance characteristics. These materials are made possible by new methods for synthesizing composite materials that enhance the thermal stability of the nanocomposite systems from 100-150° C. to over 450° C. These materials and techniques for their formation are enabled at least in part by the use of polar organic phthalonitrile monomers and oligomers that can exfoliate layered phyllosilicates, such as smectite clays, in percentages greater than 10% inorganic by weight. This approach offers a solvent-free direct melt intercalation technique that greatly reduces the cost of processing nanocomposites. Additionally, the use of unmodified phyllosilicates overcomes temperature limitations of prior art, which uses organically-modified layered silicates.

Abstract: The invention provides for processes to produce elastomeric compositions, the processes including contacting at least one elastomer with a processing aid, wherein the processing aid comprises at least one functionalized polymer having at least one anhydride group. The invention also provides for articles such as innerliners for tires produced from the aforementioned elastomeric compositions.

Abstract: It is intended to provide a biodegradable polyester resin composition which is excellent in gas barrier properties, mechanical strength and heat resistance and has Theological characteristics advantageously usable in molding a foamed article, etc., a process for producing the same, and a foamed article and a molded article using the same. The biodegradable polyester resin composition contains 100 parts by mass of a biodegradable polyester resin containing 59% mole or more of a hydroxycarboxylic acid unit, 0.01 to 10 parts by mass of a (meth)acrylic acid ester compound and 0.05 to 20 parts by mass of a layered silicate.

Abstract: What is described is a slurry comprising (a) at least 10% by weight of at least one sheet silicate, based on the total weight of the slurry; (b) an aqueous suspension medium and (c) a dispersing aid selected from at least one polyethylene glycol having a mean molecular weight of less than 90 000 and/or at least one polyacrylic acid in free acid form. Also described is a process for producing the slurry and the preferred used thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the production of polyamide nanocomposites made from base polymers comprising aromatic components and organically-modified phyllosilicates in a double-screw extruder with a front-feeder and a side-feeder. Said method is characterised in that a portion (A) from 8 to 15 wt. % of a granulate of the base polymer is introduced in the front-feeder of the double-screw extruder and the main portion (B) of said granulate of the base polymer is introduced by means of the side feeder of the double-screw extruder and that 2 to 8 wt. % of the modified phyllosilicate is introduced into the melt of the granulate portion (A) of the base polymer, whereby the wt. % proportions relate to the finished polyamide nanocomposite. According to the invention, packaging materials with high UV absorption and improved gas and aroma barrier effect can be produced by said method. Furthermore, the corresponding packagings the use thereof and moulded bodies produced by means of said method are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dried emulsion. In particular, the invention relates to a dried emulsion containing a liquid hydrophobic phase and a water-soluble or water-dispersible polymeric matrix whose hydrophobic phase content is high. The invention also relates to a method for producing the dried emulsion and to uses of this emulsion. The utilized water-soluble matrix contains block copolymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sizing compositions, glass fibers at least partially coated with sizing compositions, and glass fiber reinforced composite materials. In one embodiment, a sizing composition comprises at least one maleic anhydride copolymer, at least one coupling agent, and a reaction product of an alkoxylated amine and a polycarboxylic acid, which is further reacted with an epoxy compound.

Abstract: Electrical insulation system, which optionally contains a filler material and/or further additives, wherein said electrical insulation system comprises poly(dicyclopentadiene) as the main component, and method of making said electrical insulation system.

Abstract: The rubber composition and the material suitable for preparing the rubber composition show high gas-barrier properties and being free from inhibition of vulcanization. The rubber composition is essentially composed of a rubber and a layered mineral filler treated with short chain alkyl ammonium salt.

Abstract: The photocurable resin composition in the first aspect of the invention comprises, as essential components, (A) a binder resin having photopolymerizable functional groups and (B) inorganic superfine particles in the order of sub-micron which can be dispersed in a colloidal form; the photocurable resin composition in the second aspect comprises, as essential components, (C) a binder resin containing photopolymerizable functional groups and (D) hydrophobic fine silica particles; and the photocurable resin composition in the third aspect comprises, as essential components, (E) a binder resin containing acrylic resin and urethane acrylate resin and/or polyester acrylate having photopolymerizable functional groups and (F) an organometallic coupling agent.

Abstract: An electrical insulation system and method are disclosed which are based on poly(butylene terephthalate), wherein the poly(butylene terephthalate) contains a polymerized cyclic low molecular weight oligomeric poly(butylene terephthalate) resin. At least one filler material or a mixture of filler materials can be included. At least one hydrophobic compound or a mixture of hydrophobic compounds can also be included.

Abstract: Functional composite materials comprise elemental inorganic particles within an organic matrix. The elemental inorganic materials generally comprise elemental metal, elemental metalloid, alloys thereof, or mixtures thereof. In alternative or additional embodiments, the inorganic particles can comprise a metal oxide, a metalloid oxide, a combination thereof or a mixture thereof. The inorganic particles can have an average primary particle size of no more than abut 250 nm and a secondary particle size in a dispersion when blended with the organic matrix of no more than about 2 microns. The particles can be substantially unagglomerated within the composite. The organic binder can be a functional polymer such as a semiconducting polymer. The inorganic particles can be surface modified, such as with a moiety having an aromatic functional group for desirable interactions with a semiconducting polymer. Appropriate solution based methods can be used for forming the composite from dispersions of the particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to filled polyamide molding materials, in particular polyamide molding materials with medium filler content, which are producible from a polyamide blend and for example by compounding with chopped or endless fibers on two-screw extruders, and have a combination of reduced water absorption and good mechanical properties, which results in very good dimensional stability and reduced variation of the electrical properties of the produced molded part, such as an antenna housings of stationary or mobile communication devices. The thermoplastic polyamide molding materials according to the present invention are suitable for manufacturing molded parts and other semi-finished or finished parts, for example by extrusion, injection molding, pressing, direct process or direct compounding, respectively, wherein the compounded polyamide molding material is directly processed by injection molding or other shaping methods.