Abstract: The present invention provides a resin composition for a golf ball cover, wherein, since the resin composition for a golf ball cover according to the present invention minimizes changes in physical properties due to temperature changes and improves restitution characteristics, the resin composition for a golf ball cover may reduce performance deviations of a golf ball due to seasonal temperature changes and may improve a spin rate of the golf ball.

Abstract: A method of preparing a mixed-phase thermoplastic biomaterial comprises contacting and reacting a diol and a graft pre-polymer comprising a diol and at least one covalently bonded unsaturated monomer with an organic diisocyanate compound. The reaction is conducted within an aprotic solvent and for a period of time and at a temperature sufficient to produce the mixed-phase thermoplastic biomaterial. The diol may be selected from the group consisting of siloxane diols, polyether diols, polyester diols and polycarbonate diols while the at least one covalently bonded unsaturated monomer may be selected from the group consisting of a fluorinated monomer, a siloxane monomer, an aliphatic ester of methacrylic acid, a cyclic ester of methacrylic acid, a charged monomer, a sulfonium salt, a vinyl monomer with phenol or benzoic acid, N-vinyl pyrrolidone, an aminoglucoside, and a therapeutic agent. The mixed-phase thermoplastic biomaterial may further include an anti-microbial, a therapeutic agent or both.

Abstract: A polyurea electrolyte includes a polyurea resin formed by a polymerization of a first compound having two or more isocyanate groups and a second compound having two or more amino groups. The first compound or the second compound contains ten or more carbon chains, and the first compound or the second compound contains a sulfonic acid group or a carboxylic acid group. A method for manufacturing the polyurea electrolyte includes neutralizing the sulfonic acid group or the carboxylic acid group in the first compound or the second compound by a neutralizing agent; after the neutralizing, polymerizing the first compound and the second compound; and after the polymerizing, removing the neutralizing agent from a polymer of the first compound and the second compound.

Abstract: The invention provides a solution polymerization process comprising: A) polymerizing one or more monomers in the presence of a solvent that comprises a heavy hydrocarbon solvent and a light hydrocarbon solvent, to form a polymer solution; B) transferring the polymer solution to a Liquid-Liquid Separator, without adding heat to the solution, and wherein the pressure of the polymer solution is actively reduced in a controlled manner prior to, or within, the Liquid-Liquid Separator, to induce at least two liquid phases, a polymer-rich phase and a solvent-rich phase, and wherein the concentration of polymer in the polymer-rich phase is higher than that in the polymer solution transferred to the Liquid-Liquid Separator; and C) removing the solvent-rich phase.

Abstract: Reactive extrusion can be used in a continuous, solvent-less preparation of imide oligomers involving two competing reactions among three ingredients, the first reaction between a dianhydride and a diamine and the second reaction between an endcap and the diamine. The imide oligomer can form a composite via conventional production methods or via formation of a film from imide oligomer re-melted in an extruder before being impregnated into tape or fabric.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing a porous resin particle containing an aromatic vinyl compound-aromatic divinyl compound copolymer having a hydroxyl group, the method including: dissolving a monomer mixture containing an aromatic vinyl compound, an aromatic divinyl compound and a (meth)acrylic acid ester having one hydroxyl group within the molecule thereof, and a polymerization initiator in an organic solvent to obtain a solution containing the monomer mixture and the polymerization initiator; suspending the solution in water in the presence of a dispersion stabilizer; and performing a suspension copolymerization. The method of the invention is capable of easily producing a porous resin particle containing an aromatic vinyl compound-aromatic divinyl compound copolymer having a hydroxyl group, that is used as a support for solid phase synthesis and enables efficient nucleic acid synthesis.

Abstract: A cosmetic cold-wax depilatory composition is provided The depilatory composition comprises a hydrocarbon resin, from 50% to 99% by weight and a flexibilizer or plasticizer, from 0.5% to 10% by weight Methods of applying the composition to a strip of material for removal of hair without the need for heating are also provided.

Abstract: A method for medical treatment was developed in which microspheres with novel properties are administered in a mammal. The microspheres are made using a novel process that results in microspheres with new combined properties of high density, low fracture, high swell capacity, rapid swell, and deformability following swell. These microspheres may be administered for void filling, tissue bulking, non-vasculature occlusion, body fluid absorption, and delivery of medications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to plasticized polyolefin compositions comprising a polyolefin and a non-functionalized hydrocarbon plasticizer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to plasticized polyolefin compositions comprising a polyolefin and a non-functionalized hydrocarbon plasticizer.

Abstract: A heat-shrinkable film. The film comprising at least one layer having at least one propylene-based polymer comprising 60 wt % to 98 wt % propylene derived units and 2 wt % to 40 wt % one or more other alpha olefins, the propylene-based polymer having: a triad tacticity of 70% or more, a heat of fusion of less than 80 J/g, a weight average molecular weight (Mw) as measured by GPC of from 70,000 to 250,000. The layer also comprises at least one thermoplastic resin and at least one hydrocarbon resin.

Abstract: A high strength, flexible crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) material is provided wherein the base polymer is intermixed with a polymer modifier which affects the amorphous region of the polymer, leaving the crystalline portion of the base polymer virtually unaffected. Consequently, the amorphous region's density is lowered, resulting in a more flexible final product, while the crosslinked molecular structure and/or crystalline portion of the polymer, which controls the strength of the base polymer, remains strong. The polymer modifier can comprise a hydrocarbon fluid such as PAO, Group III basestocks, or a gas-to-liquid hydrocarbon. A method for producing the plastic material is also provided. The plastic material has particular utility in the production of tubing, piping, and conduits for transporting gases, liquids, and the like, as well as wire and cable coatings such as jacketing and insulation.

Abstract: A photo-feel coating for application to a surface of paper which is opposite that configured to receive printing, includes a binder; and polyethylene particles having first and second predetermined sizes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing a porous resin particle having a functional group X, the method including: dissolving a radical polymerizable aromatic monovinyl monomer and a radical polymerizable aromatic divinyl monomer together with a polymerization initiator in an organic solvent to prepare a monomer solution, dispersing the monomer solution in water in the presence of a dispersion stabilizer to obtain a suspension polymerization reaction mixture, and performing a suspension copolymerization while adding, when 0 to 80% of the entire polymerization time of the suspension copolymerization is passed, a mercapto compound represented by the formula (I): HS—R—X??(I) in which R represents an alkylene group having a carbon number of 2 to 12, and the functional group X represents a functional group selected from a hydroxy group and a primary amino group, to the suspension polymerization reaction mixture; and the porous resin particle obtained by the method.

Abstract: A method for embolization treatment was developed in which microspheres with novel properties are administered in a mammal. The microspheres are made using a novel process that results in microspheres with new combined properties of high density, low fracture, high swell capacity, rapid swell, and deformability following swell. These microspheres form occlusions with high durability, withstanding over 100 mm Hg (13.3 kPa) of pressure.

Abstract: The present invention provides a taste-masked composition containing an active compound. The composition is taste-masked by employing a loaded polymeric matrix which is produced by incorporating or complexing the active compound on a polymeric matrix having ionic functional groups and removing unbound active compounds from the polymeric matrix.

Abstract: Drag reduction of hydrocarbon fluids flowing through pipelines of various lengths is improved by polyolefin drag reducer dispersions or dispersions using bi- or multi-modal particle size distributions. Drag reducers having larger particle sizes dissolve more slowly than drag reducers having smaller particle sizes. By using at least bi-modal particle size distributions drag reduction can be distributed more uniformly over the length of the pipeline where smaller sized particles dissolve sooner or earlier in the pipeline and larger sized particles dissolve later or further along the pipeline.

Abstract: A process for producing microspheres was developed that provides microspheres with new combined properties of high density, low fracture, high swell capacity, rapid swell, and deformability following swell. The process is reliable and high yielding, and makes use of a low temperature azo initiator and a small molecule chlorinated solvent as the organic phase. The microsphere preparation made using the process is particularly useful in medical treatments such as embolization.

Abstract: A conductive resin molding for use in the separator of a fuel cell and its producing method in which lowering of production yield and increase of machining cost, which are the most important problems with the spread of fuel cell, can be suppressed. The conductive resin molding is characterized by containing 1-9 vol % of high boiling point oil against the entire resin composition. Alternatively, high density expanded graphite prepared to have a specific gravity of 1.8 or above is employed as a conductive compounding agent. Alternatively, the conductive resin molding can be molded by flash flow compression molding.

Abstract: The present invention relates to plasticized polyolefin compositions comprising a polyolefin and a non-functionalized plasticizer; wherein the non-functionalized plasticizer may comprise C6 to C200 paraffins (including branched and normal paraffins) having a pour point of less than ?5° C. In one embodiment, the non-functionalized plasticizer is an isoparaffin comprising C6 to C25 isoparaffins. In another embodiment the non-functionalized plasticizer is a polyalphaolefin comprising C10 to C100 n-paraffins. The polyolefin may be a polypropylene homopolymer, copolymer, impact copolymer, or blends thereof, and may include a plastomer. Non-limiting examples of desirable article of manufacture made from compositions of the invention include films, tubes, pipes, sheets, fibers, woven and nonwoven fabrics, automotive components, furniture, sporting equipment, food storage containers, transparent and semi-transparent articles, toys, tubing and pipes, and medical devices.

Abstract: The present invention relates to plasticized polyolefin compositions comprising a polyolefin and a non-functionalized hydrocarbon plasticizer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to articles made from plasticized thermoplastic polyolefin compositions comprising a thermoplastic polyolefin, a nucleating agent, and a non-functionalized hydrocarbon plasticizer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to plasticized polyolefin compositions comprising a polyolefin and a non-functionalized plasticizer; wherein the non-functionalized plasticizer may comprise C6 to C200 paraffins (including branched and normal paraffins) having a pour point of less than ?5° C. In one embodiment, the non-functionalized plasticizer is an isoparaffin comprising C6 to C25 isoparaffins. In another embodiment the non-functionalized plasticizer is a polyalphaolefin comprising C10 to C100 n-paraffins. The polyolefin may be a polypropylene homopolymer, copolymer, impact copolymer, or blends thereof, and may include a plastomer. Non-limiting examples of desirable article of manufacture made from compositions of the invention include films, tubes, pipes, sheets, fibers, woven and nonwoven fabrics, automotive components, furniture, sporting equipment, food storage containers, transparent and semi-transparent articles, toys, tubing and pipes, and medical devices.

Abstract: The present invention relates to radiation resistant plasticized polyolefin compositions comprising a polyolefin and a non-functionalized hydrocarbon plasticizer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to plasticized polyolefin compositions comprising a polyolefin and a non-functionalized hydrocarbon plasticizer.

Abstract: Silicone rubber materials comprising finely divided phase change materials such as crystalline alkyl hydrocarbons or salt hydrates facilitate thermo-regulation due to latent heat absorption and latent heat release in the phase transition range of the phase change material, which improves the thermal performance and enhances the comfort sensation when using the silicon rubber material in item such as car seats, bicycle saddles, diving suits, building materials or medical devices.

Abstract: A pseudo-plastic or thixotropic carrier having anti-malodorous components dissolved or suspended therein is sprayed on the internal surfaces of an ostomy bag or pouch. The viscoelastic properties of the carrier allow the composition to be conveniently dispensed from a spray bottle into the ostomy bag and retained on the inner walls thereof without being displaced therefrom by incoming waste during use of the ostomy bag. This allows the composition to continue to deodorize the ostomy bag headspace even after waste material begins to fill the bag.

Abstract: This invention relates to a perfectly or partially crosslinked olefinic thermoplastic elastomer composition which comprises 10 to 90 parts by weight of a crystalline polyolefin (a), 90 to 10 parts by weight of an olefin-based copolymer rubber (b) (the total amount of the components (a) and (b) being 100 parts by weight) and 3 to 100 parts by weight of a paraffinic mineral oil softening agent (c) having an evaporation loss of 0.4% by weight or less at a condition of 200° C., atmospheric pressure and 1 hour and having a kinetic viscosity (40° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to and uses, in order to prevent crude oil from “congealing” in a transportation line, a controlled-crosslinking thermal insulation gel, i.e. relatively fluid at the start and developing in-situ gelation in lines only under certain conditions, temperature conditions among other things. In order to obtain controlled crosslinking, it is possible to carry out 1) Physical crosslinkings, i.e. physical bonds between polymers—completely reversible bonds by thermal effect and/or mechanical shear—and 2) Chemical crosslinkings: monomers or polymers having functions allowing chemical bonds to be established between polymers.

Abstract: Powder clearcoat dispersions (powder slurry clearcoats) preparable by adding a secondary (meth)acrylate copolymer dispersion in liquid and/or powder form to a powder slurry during and/or after its preparation; and the use thereof for producing clearcoat finishes, especially as part of multicoat color and/or effect finishes.

Abstract: According to a process for production of alkylene oxide polymers offered by the present invention, an alkylene oxide is subjected to a polymerization reaction under presence of a catalyst in a solvent containing an aliphatic hydrocarbon having from five to seven carbon atoms and a branched structure. The aliphatic hydrocarbon is provided preferably by 2-methyl pentane, 3-methyl pentane, 2,3-dimethyl pentane, 2,4-dimethyl pentane, etc. The alkylene oxide is provided preferably by ethylene oxides and/or propylene oxides.

Abstract: An expanded cellular ethylenic polymer product is provided from an irradiated, noncross-linked linear ethylenic polymer. Linear ethylenic polymers can be irradiated at ambient conditions sufficient to introduce branching in the polymer in the absence of detectable cross-linking as indicated by the absence of gels. The irradiated linear ethylenic polymer is compatible with highly branched low density polyethylene and, when mixed therewith, produces a resin having a single broad based melting temperature range as determined by direct scanning calorimetry, which indicates that the polymers in the mixture have similar crystallization behavior suitable for producing low density foams by extrusion foaming. The linear polymers can be obtained from recycled shrink wrap film. Low densities of from 0.7 to less than 4 pcf can be achieved. The foams typically have improved tear resistance as compared to previous products prepared from low density polyethylene, at comparable low densities.

Abstract: A thermoplastic elastomer composition comprises a) from 5 to 99% by weight of a block copolymer which is composed of hard blocks S made from vinyl aromatic monomers and of one or more random soft blocks B/S made from dienes and from vinyl aromatic monomers, b) from 1 to 95% by weight of a plasticizer with a higher polarity than white oil and with a lower polarity than diisooctyl phthalate, c) from 0 to 50% by weight of a polyolefin, and d) from 0 to 60% by weight of additives, where the total of a) to d) is 100% by weight. The use of the molding compositions to produce flexible or elastic moldings is described, as are the resultant moldings.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a composition of matter consisting of a high impact polystyrene exhibiting improved environmental stress crack resistance. The HIPS material is formed utilizing polybutadiene, polyisoprene, and copolymers thereof with styrene, having a Mooney viscosity exceeding about 35 and a gel content of up to about 28%. The present invention discloses the use of a combination of lubricant additives to obtain a HIPS material with higher ESCR values than either additive alone could provide, and also discloses the optimum level of each additive.

Abstract: A pneumatic tire with a rubber tread which utilized an alpha-methyl styrene oligomer

Abstract: Process oil which satisfies requirements that a content of a polycyclic aromatic compound is less than 3% by weight, a content of an aromatic hydrocarbon is 18% by weight or more, a content of a polar compound is between 11 and 25% by weight, a kinematic viscosity at 100° C. is between 10 and 70 mm2/s, and a flash point is 210° C. or more.

Abstract: This invention provides a softening agent composition obtained by blending and heat treating

Abstract: This invention is a solventless process for anionically polymerizing polysiloxane polymers. No volatile hydrocarbon solvent is used. A cyclic siloxane monomer and any comonomer are introduced into a molten polymer phase of a low molecular weight polymer that has a melting point within the polymerization temperature range for the cyclic siloxanes and the comonomer, for example, 30 to 80° C. which is the melting point range for polyethylene wax which is preferred. A non-volatile hydrocarbon oil with a melting point in this range may also be used, especially if a final polymer containing oil is desired. The cyclic siloxane monomer is anionically polymerized in the molten polymer phase or the oil at 30 to 150° C. Ethylene and styrene are preferred comonomers. The low molecular polymer or non-volatile oil is not separated from the polysiloxane after termination of the polymerization.

Abstract: Binding-agent solutions for printing inks include of resin and solvent that contain from 10 to 70% by weight of one or more aromatic polymers with a softening point above 120.degree. C. and from 90 to 30% by weight of a solvent mixture, consisting of a mineral-oil fraction with a boiling range of from 200 to 550.degree. C. and of an alkylaromatic mixture of mono-, di-, tri and tetraisopropyl naphthalenes, whose aromatic carbon content lies in the range of from 20 to 60% of the total carbon.

Abstract: A process for producing organic polymers having silicon containing groups in high yields comprises hydrosilylating a polymer having unsaturated groups with a hydrosilicon compound. This process includes keeping the polymer and a solvent in an inert gas environment and introducing oxygen into the reactor just before starting the hydrosilylation reaction.

Abstract: An ethylene-polymer-based composition obtained by mixing, in the melt: 100 parts by weight of an ethylene polymer withfrom 0.0005 to 0.1 part by weight of a compound (a) with the ability to generate free radicals andfrom 0.0005 to 0.1 part by weight of coagent (b) chosen from among the C.sub.3 to C.sub.12 alkenes and the C.sub.5 to C.sub.16 alkadienes.This composition has clearly improved melt strength. It is very suitable for extrusion and rotational molding and in particular for the extrusion of tubes intended for conveying fluids under pressure. The invention also relates to a process for obtaining the composition and using it for the manufacture of shaped articles, and to shaped articles.

Abstract: The invention relates to organopolysiloxanes which have aliphatically unsaturated radicals, are soluble to at least 80 wt % in organic solvents selected from xylene and toluol at a temperature of 25.degree. C. and a pressure of from 900 to 1100 hPa and contain at least one unit of the following formula (I) R.sup.1.sub.a R.sub.2-a SiO.sub.2/2, at least one unit of the following formula (II) R.sup.1.sub.b R.sub.3-b SiO.sub.1/2, at least one unit of the following formula (III) O.sub.1/2 R.sub.2 SiO.sub.x YRSiO.sub.2/2, and optionally at least one unit of the following formula (IV) O.sub.1/2 R.sub.2 SiO.sub.x YR.sub.2 SiO.sub.1/2, in which:R can be identical or different and is a monovalent, substituted or unsubstituted, SiC-bonded, aliphatically saturated hydrocarbon radical.R.sup.1 can be identical or different and is a monovalent, SiC-bonded, substituted or unsubstituted, aliphatically unsaturated hydrocarbon radical,a is 0, 1 or 2,b is 0, 1, 2 or 3,x is 0 or 1 andy is a radical --(CR.sup.3.sub.2).sub.n CHR.

Abstract: This invention relates to a silicone release coating comprising (A) an organopolysiloxane having at least two crosslinkable carbon-carbon double bonds in each molecule, (B) an organopolysiloxane having at least two Si-bonded hydrogen atoms in each molecule, (C) a silylated polymethylsilsesquioxane and (D) platinum catalyst. The silicone release coating compositions of this invention can further comprise an inhibitor. The silicone release coating compositions of this invention do not decline in release resistance due to release paper aging or release liner aging.

Abstract: A crosslinkable silicone compound including: a crosslinkable silicone polymer, constituted by polyorganosiloxane; a crosslinking agent, constituted by polyhydrogen organosiloxane; a platinum catalyst; and a synthetic sodium-aluminum zeolite. The compound is completed by inhibitors and/or fillers and/or release agents and/or colors and/or plasticizers and/or additives to modify its rheological characteristics.

Abstract: A resin composition comprising an inorganic filler in the form of fiber or plate compounded in a liquid crystal polyester resin composition obtained by compounding 10 to 150 parts by weight of a liquid crystal polyester (B) into 100 parts by weight of a liquid crystal polyester (A), wherein the liquid crystal polyester (A) has a flow temperature of from 310 to 400.degree. C., the liquid crystal polyester (B) has a flow temperature of from 270 to 370.degree. C., the difference between the flow temperature of the liquid crystal polyester (A) and the flow temperature of the liquid crystal polyester (B) is from 10 to 60.degree. C., and the content of the inorganic filler is from 15 to 180 parts by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the total amount of the liquid crystal polyester (A) and the liquid crystal polyester (B).The resin composition is excellent in thin-wall flowability and can provide a molded article having excellent heat resistance and low warpage, and can provide a super thin-wall molded article.

Abstract: A room temperature curable organopolysiloxane composition including: (A) 100 parts by weight of a diorganopolysiloxane represented by the general formula (1):HO?Si(R.sup.1).sub.2 O!.sub.n H (1)wherein R.sup.1 represents a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, and n is an integer of 15 or more;(B) from 0.1 part by weight to 20 parts by weight of an organosilane, or a partially hydrolyzed product thereof, represented by the general formula (2):(R.sup.2).sub.m S(OR.sup.2).sub.4-m (2)wherein R.sup.2 's each independently represent a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, and m is 0, 1 or 2;(C) from 0.01 part by weight to 10 parts by weight of a curing catalyst;(D) from 20 parts by weight to 600 parts by weight of a magnesium silicate; and(E) from 5 parts by weight to 80 parts by weight of a paraffin type aliphatic hydrocarbon which is liquid or semi-solid at room temperature. This composition can be rapidly cured, even after a long-term storage.

Abstract: Disclosed are a vinyl chloride-based polymer-polyurethane composite comprising vinyl chloride-based polymer (1), polyurethane, plasticizer (4), metal salt of higher fatty acid (6) and hydrocarbon-based lubricant (7), the metal of metal salt of higher fatty acid being at least one element selected from a group consisting of magnesium, zinc and lead, which have low hardness and excellent hydrolysis resistance, compression set characteristic and profile extrusion moldability, and a method of producing vinyl chloride-based polymer-polyurethane composite which is produced by means of of heating, melting and mixing not less than 200 parts by weight to not more than 800 parts by weight of polymer polyol (2), isocyanate compound (3) with three or more isocyanate groups in amount of the molar ratio of isocyanate group in isocyanate compound (3) to hydroxyl group in polymer polyol (2) being not less than 0.3 to not more than 0.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispersible silicone composition comprising (I) a silicone composition prepared by reacting (i) a polyorganosiloxane, (ii) a silicon compound, optionally (iii) a finely divided filler, and (iv) a catalytic amount of a compound for promoting the reaction of the other components and (II) mineral oil. The mineral oil is effective as a dispersing agent for the silicone composition (I). The mineral oil-containing compositions are easier to handle, and produce less waste and its dispersion into mineral oil based formulations is more efficient.

Abstract: A sealing compound with a silicone polymer as the base, a cross-linking agent and an accelerator and fillers to be added as needed and a softener, which hardens during contact with the environmental moisture, through addition of heat or through combination of its constituents (2K-products). The softener consists entirely or partially of a paraffinic hydrocarbon, in which the percentage of the cyclical paraffinic hydrocarbons is in the range of 36 to 40% and the percentage of the noncyclical paraffinic hydrocarbons is in the range of 60 to 64%.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a composition of matter consisting of a high impact polystyrene exhibiting improved environmental stress crack resistance. The HIPS material is formed utilizing polybutadiene, polyisoprene, and copolymers thereof with styrene, having a Mooney viscosity exceeding about 35 and a gel content of up to about 28%. The present invention discloses the use of a combination of lubricant additives to obtain a HIPS material with higher ESCR values than either additive alone could provide, and also discloses the optimum level of each additive.