Abstract: Described herein are copolymers constructed from chiral, non-racemic monomers, which self-assemble to photonic crystals. The difficulty of incorporating chiral elements into photonic crystals has limited the ability to generate unique bandstructures for different circular polarizations of light. The materials and methods described herein relate to easily, predictably fabricating chiral photonic crystals having desirable optical properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to a rubber composition being excellent in the low heat buildup and fracture properties (resistance to crack growth). and more particularly to a rubber composition, characterized by compounding 10-100 parts by mass of an inorganic filler and/or carbon black based on 100 parts by mass of a rubber component including not less than 10 mass % of a modified conjugated diene-based polymer having a cis-1,4 bond content of not less than 90% and a vinyl bond content of not more than 1.2% and a primary amino group. In this case, the modified conjugated diene-based polymer is obtained by (1) reacting the predetermined conjugated diene-based polymer having an active terminal with a compound having two or more predetermined functional groups and (2) further reacting the resulting product with a compound having a primary amino group.

Abstract: Disclosed are polyurea compositions comprising the reaction products of a polyformal-isocyanate prepolymer and a curing agent comprising an amine. The compositions are useful as sealants in aerospace applications.

Abstract: A method of producing the high molecular weight polycarbodiimide comprises the steps of providing an isocyanate component comprising toluene diisocyanate (TDI), a carbodiimidization catalyst, and a first solvent. The method further comprises the step of polymerizing the isocyanate component in the first solvent and in the presence of the carbodiimidization catalyst to produce a reaction mixture including at least one carbodiimide compound and the first solvent. In addition, the method comprises the step of combining a second solvent and the reaction mixture. Finally, the method comprises the step of polymerizing the at least one carbodiimide compound for a second period of time in the first and second solvents and in the presence of the carbodiimidization catalyst to produce the high molecular weight polycarbodiimide.

Abstract: Disclosed is a toughened film forming agent for use in a fiber sizing, a finish coating or a binder composition, where the toughened film forming agent includes a film forming polymer and a toughening agent both dispersed in water. The toughening agent may be core shell polymers, rubber, thermoplastic materials, nanomaterials, nanofibers, including any combination or subset thereof. The film forming polymer may be epoxy resins, polyurethane resins, epoxy-polyurethane resins, polyester resins, epoxy-polyester resins, polyvinylacetate resins, polypropylene resins, including any combination or subset thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a coating composition based on aprotic solvents and comprising at least one hydroxyl-containing compound (A) and at least one compound (B) having isocyanate groups and having at least one silane group of the formula (I) —X—Si—R?xG3-x??(I) with G=identical or different hydrolyzable groups, R?=hydrogen, alkyl or cycloalkyl, X=organic radical, R?=alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl or aralkyl, x=0 to 2, and characterized in that (i) the compound (B) containing isocyanate groups and silane groups comprises uretdione groups, and (ii) the compound (B) has been prepared from a linear aliphatic diisocyanate. The present invention additionally provides multistage coating methods using these coating compositions, and the use of the coating compositions as clearcoat, and application of the coating method for automotive refinish and/or for the coating of plastics substrates.

Abstract: A process for preparing a polyisocyanurate polyurethane material, which process comprises reacting a polyisocyanate and an isocyanate-reactive composition, wherein the reaction is conducted at an isocyanate index of 1600 to 100,000 and in the presence of a trimerization catalyst, wherein the polyisocyanate comprises a) 75-100% by weight of diphenylmethane diisocyanate comprising at least 40%, preferably at least 60% and most preferably at least 85% by weight of 4,4?-diphenylmethane diisocyanate and/or a variant of said diphenylmethane diisocyanate which variant is liquid at 25° C.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cyanate resin that can be obtained by mixing at least (i) one difunctional, oligofunctional and/or polyfunctional cyanate and/or of at least one prepolymer thereof, optionally in combination with at least one additional copolymerizable component and (ii) at least one siloxane and/or a siloxane-containing compound, characterized in that said resin contains a linear polydialkylsiloxane with a viscosity ranging from 500 to 1500 and/or a polydialkylsiloxane caprolactone or caprolactam copolymer as siloxane and/or siloxane-containing compound. The invention further relates to a substrate that is saturated or coated with said type of cyanate resin, and a duromer that can be obtained by compressing and/or heating the cyanate resin or the saturated or coated substrate.

Abstract: Multifunctional melamine epoxy resins, methylols and amines are provided. Methods of making multifunctional melamine epoxy resins, methylols and amines are also provided.

Abstract: A multilayer paint system wherein each layer of paint uses the same activator and the same mixing ratio of film-forming binder to activator. The paint system herein is particularly useful for automotive refinishing applications.

Abstract: A synthetic polymer has a water-soluble or water-swellable polyurethane backbone and terminal groups and/or intermediate groups of blocks of hydrophobes of alkyl- or aryl compounds containing a polymerizable cyclic monomer or a polymerizable double bond (or alkene) group or derivatives thereof. The blocks of hydrophobes are composed of two or more units of the same or different hydrophobes. These synthetic polymers are used as rheology modifiers, especially in latex paints.

Abstract: Disclosed are polyurea compositions comprising the reaction products of a polyformal-isocyanate prepolymer and a curing agent comprising an amine. The compositions are useful as sealants in aerospace applications.

Abstract: A process comprising contacting a) an epoxy resin; b) an adduct comprising at least one oxazolidone ring prepared from a multifunctional epoxy resin and an isocyanate compound; and c) an unsaturated acid to form a vinyl ester, is disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a blend comprising: (a) 5 to 50 percent by weight of the micronized poly(phenylene ether), wherein the mean particle size of the poly(phenylene ether) is 9 microns or less; (b) 50 to 95 percent by weight of a thermoplastic polyurethane; wherein the weight percents are based on the total weight of the blend. Also disclosed are processes for preparing such blends as well as articles derived therefrom.

Abstract: A polycarbonate diol comprising repeating units represented by the following formula (A) and a terminal hydroxy group, 60-100 mol % of the repeating units represented by the formula (A) being repeating units represented by the following formula (B) or (C). The amount of the repeating units represented by the formula (B) is 60-100 mol % based on the total amount of the repeating units represented by the formula (A). The polycarbonate diol has a terminal primary OH ratio of 95% or higher. (A) (In the formula, R represents a C2-12 divalent aliphatic or alicyclic hydrocarbon.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pultrusion resin system, comprising (a) di- or polyisocyanates, (b) compounds having at least two groups reactive toward isocyanates, (c) catalyst, (d) polybasic acid with functionality greater than or equal to 2 and, optionally, (e) further auxiliaries and additives, where the boiling point of the polybasic acid is at least 200° C. at standard pressure and it is soluble in the compound having at least two groups reactive toward isocyanates. The invention further relates to a process for producing a pultrudate, and also to this pultrudate.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to polymeric compositions comprising a biodegradable copolymer that possesses shape-memory properties and implantable devices (e.g., drug-delivery stents) formed of materials (e.g., a coating) containing such compositions. The polymeric compositions can also contain at least one non-fouling moiety, at least additional biocompatible polymer, at least one biobeneficial material, at least one bioactive agent, or a combination thereof. The polymeric compositions are formulated to possess good mechanical, physical and biological properties. Moreover, implantable devices formed of materials comprising such compositions can be delivered to the treatment site in a conveniently compressed size and then can expand to dimensions appropriate for their medical functions.

Abstract: Non-crystallizing oxazolidines as curing agents for polyisocyanates and polyurethanes. The curing agents are mixtures of at least one polyoxazolidine POU having at least two urethane groups and at least one polyoxazolidine POC having at least one carbonato group.

Abstract: The invention aims to allow a curable composition to have an extended working phase followed by a short time period in which said compound becomes fully cured. This is achieved by the provision of a curable composition comprising the following components: a) at least one polyether and/or at least one polyacrylic acid ester with at least one reactive silyl group as an end-group; b) at least one organotin compound; and c) at least one compound that does not contain any tin or silicon atoms and that has at least two functional groups. Said groups are selected from the following: carboxy, carbonyl or hydroxy groups, or nitrogen atoms that are part of a ring system with aromatic character. In addition, the invention relates to a method for producing such a composition, and to the use thereof as an adhesive, a sealant or as a coating material.

Abstract: A polymer including a structural unit represented by the following Chemical Formula 1, and a composition and a film including the same are provided. In the above formula at least one of Ra and Rb is either Chemical Formula 3 or Chemical Formula 4, as shown below. The polymer also includes units selected from polyamic acid, polyimide, polyaramid, polyamide, polyurethane, polycarbonate and polyacetal units and mixtures of such units.

Abstract: A safer rechargeable battery is offered. More concretely, The secondary battery composed to prevent the overcharge is offered. The electrolyte salt concentration of an electrolyte solution (solid or liquid) and those absolute quantity is controlled in the rechargeable battery in this execution form by using the anode material including n-dope domain and p-dope domain and in which many electron reactions are possible. In the anode of this rechargeable battery disconnection of lithium ion will take place first with the low potential (potential of n dope) at the time of charge, next, absorption of an anion will take place with as high potential (potential of p dope) as the point. Although the career of the ion current is only a lithium ion in the potential of n dope, in p dope potential, anion current flows through the anode side and lithium ion current flows through the cathode side.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to thermoplastic amphiphilic networks and/or co-networks. In one embodiment, the present invention relates to thermoplastic (TP) amphiphilic co-networks (APCNs) and the preparation of membranes from such APCNs. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to an amphiphilic network comprising at least one hydrophilic polymer-derived portion, at least one hydrophobic polymer-derived portion and at least one thermoplastic polymer-derived portion. In still another embodiment, the present invention relates to thermoplastic amphiphilic co-networks prepared by combining the chemistries of APCNs and polyurethanes (PUs) and to the preparation of membranes therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel polyamines having secondary amino groups, a process for producing them, adducts of these polyamines and their uses. The polyamines can be prepared in a simple way from readily available reactants. They and their adducts have, in particular, a low viscosity and are suitable as constituent of polyurethane and polyurea compositions having excellent processability and high flexibility, and also constituent of epoxy resin compositions, especially coatings.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing macromolecular species with a modified surface, comprising a step (e) in which macromolecular species (M), initially carrying —OH and/or —SH functions, are brought into contact with: a catalyst (C) carrying at least one conjugated guanidine function; and reactive species (E), comprising reactive groups including: (i) at least one group including an a,b-unsaturated carbonyl group C?C—C?O and/or an a,b-unsaturated thiocarbonyl group C?C—C?S; and/or (ii) at least one heterocyclic group comprising from 3 to 5 ring members, said group being selected from cyclic ethers, cyclic thioethers and aziridine rings; and/or (iii) at least one group selected from isocyanate —N?C?O or thioisocyanate —N?C?S groups, and trivalent groups of formula >C?CZ—, where Z is an electron-withdrawing group. The invention also relates to the macromolecular species with a modified surface that are obtained in this context.

Abstract: Disclosed are polyurea compositions comprising the reaction products of a polyformal-isocyanate prepolymer and a curing agent comprising an amine. The compositions are useful as sealants in aerospace applications.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus are provided for the production of heat-activable adhesive pellets that can be formed into elements for holding an article to a surface such as a glass surface. The apparatus and method for the manufacture of the heat-activable pellets include the steps of introducing at least a first component comprising at least one difunctional polymer with at least one multifunctional polymer into an extruder, heating the first component, introducing a second component comprising isocyanate and a powder flow enhancer (such as fumed silica) at a point downstream of the introduction of the first component, combining the first and second components in the extruder to form a flowable compound, pelletizing the extruded compound exiting the extruder by cutting to form heat-activable adhesive pellets, and drying the pellets. In one embodiment of the disclosed invention a catalyst is applied to the pellets to form catalyst-coated heat-activable adhesive pellets.

Abstract: There are provided: a shape-memory resin, which is formed from a polylactic acid derivative thereby enabling reduction of an environmental load, has an excellent shape-memory property, high strength, and high toughness, and with which a molded product with high durability, for example, an electronic equipments, particularly a wearable electronic equipments capable of freely changing the shape thereof or the like, can be shaped; and a molded product thereof. The shape-memory resin of the present invention has a three-dimensional structure, in which a polylactic acid derivative having two or more functional groups capable of forming a cross-linking site is cross-linked using a flexible polymer having a glass transition temperature (Tg) lower than 30° C. and having two or more functional groups capable of forming a cross-linking site, and a linker.

Abstract: The polymerizable composition for an optical material of the present invention comprises a phenylene diisocyanate, at least one polythiol compound selected from the group consisting of 4-mercaptomethyl-1,8-dimercapto-3,6-dithiaoctane, 4,8-, 4,7- or 5,7-dimercaptomethyl-1,11-dimercapto-3,6,9-trithiaundecane, 2,5-bis(mercaptomethyl)-1,4-dithiane, bis(mercaptoethyl)sulfide, 1,1,3,3-tetrakis(mercaptomethylthio)propane, 4,6-bis(mercaptomethylthio)-1,3-dithiane, 2-(2,2-bis(mercaptomethylthio)ethyl)-1,3-dithietane, 1,1,2,2-tetrakis(mercaptomethylthio)ethane 3-mercaptomethyl-1,5-dimercapto-2,4-dithiapentane and tris(mercaptomethylthio)methane.

Abstract: Polymer polyols and dispersions are prepared by polymerizing certain starting materials in a continuous phase. The continuous phase includes a polyol containing hydroxylmethyl groups, which is derived from a fatty acid. The dispersed phase may be, for example, a vinyl polymer, a polyurea or a polyurethane-urea.

Abstract: A composition that includes aldimines of Formula (I). The composition can be a two-component polyurethane composition. The composition can have a long open time, but build up an early strength quickly, and in the cured state can have high tensile strength and a high modulus of elasticity. The composition can be odorless or at least low-odor before, during and after curing.

Abstract: The thermosetting resin composition according to the present invention includes a resin (A) containing two or more carboxyl groups and having a polyurethane structure, a strongly basic nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound having pKa of 10.0 to 14.0 as a curing accelerator (B) and a curing agent (C). A cured product of the thermosetting resin composition is used as an insulating protective film for printed wiring boards, flexible printed wiring boards, chip-on-films, etc. The thermosetting resin composition of the invention has improved low-temperature curability and instantaneous curability, can realize tack-free property, can simultaneously realize low warpage property and electrical insulation property, does not contaminate a curing oven and the like by outgassing during heating, has a sufficient pot life, can form excellent cured products and insulating protective films, and can form solder resists and insulating protective films at low cost with good productivity.

Abstract: A solid epoxy resin powder coating composition which includes a divinylarene dioxide resin as one component; and wherein the solid epoxy resin powder coating composition can be formed by blending or reacting various other components with the divinylarene dioxide resin. For example, other components can include other epoxy resins; phenolic resins; or monomeric and/or polymeric isocyanates. The powder coating composition or formulation may advantageously provide, for example, a Fusion Bonded Epoxy coating on a substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aldehydes of the formula (I) which contain tertiary amino groups and at least one hydroxyl group. Aldehydes of this kind can be utilized broadly. Aldehydes of particular advantage can be incorporated into a polymer, and find use as curing agents and/or catalysts. Preferably they find use in adhesives and sealants.

Abstract: Novel benzoxazine-thiol adducts are described, which may be may be cured to produce compositions useful in coating, sealants, adhesive and many other applications.

Abstract: A moisture-curable, optionally cured, silylated polyurea possessing an average of from 80 to 100 equivalent percent of urea linkages based on the total equivalents of urea and urethane linkages therein is the reaction product of organofunctional silane (a) possessing hydrolyzable functionality and at least one polyurea (b) possessing amine termination or isocyanate termination, polyurea (b) being obtained from the reaction of at least one polyamine (c) and at least one polyisocyanate (d) in the substantial absence of silane (a).

Abstract: A tin-containing polyurethane resin having a melting temperature of 40 to 180° C., measured by DSC at a heating rate of 10 K/min and prepared by carrying out a condensation reaction between a diorganotin compound and carboxyl groups of a carboxyl-functional polyurethane resin, wherein the molar ratio between the tin and the carboxyl groups is 1:2-20; and liquid coating compositions containing solid particles of the tin-containing polyurethane resin.

Abstract: An anti-biofouling material for use on marine equipment is described, the anti-biofouling material comprising a polymer system comprising a hydrophobically-modified base polymer, the hydrophobically-modified base polymer comprising a base polymer having a backbone and a hydrophobically derivatized chain extender coupled to said backbone of said base polymer, wherein the hydrophobically derivatized chain extender comprises a hydrophobic moiety. The anti-fouling casing comprises a hydrophobic surface that serves to prevent biofouling of the surface.

Abstract: A modified polyurethane including a lipid substituent pendant from at least one urethane nitrogen and/or at least one carbon atom of the modified polyurethane, methods of preparing modified polyurethanes and the use thereof as an implantable biomaterial.

Abstract: The present invention is a method of manufacturing an eye lens material having a process in which a phosphorylcholine group-containing chemical compound represented by the following formula (1) is reacted and covalently bonded to the surface of an eye lens material having hydroxyl groups wherein the chemical compound represented by the following formula (2) is reacted and covalently bonded through ester-bonding to the eye lens material in an organic solvent. The object of the present invention is to provide an eye lens material that prevents protein adsorption and a method of manufacturing thereof.

Abstract: The invention aims to allow a curable composition to have an extended working phase followed by a short time period in which said compound becomes fully cured. This is achieved by the provision of a curable composition comprising the following components: a) at least one polyether and/or at least one polyacrylic acid ester with at least one reactive silyl group as an end-group; b) at least one organotin compound; and c) at least one compound that does not contain any tin or silicon atoms and that has at least two functional groups. Said groups are selected from the following: carboxy, carbonyl or hydroxy groups, or nitrogen atoms that are part of a ring system with aromatic character. In addition, the invention relates to a method for producing such a composition, and to the use thereof as an adhesive, a sealant or as a coating material.

Abstract: Non-crystallizing oxazolidines as curing agents for polyisocyanates and polyurethanes. The curing agents are mixtures of at least one polyoxazolidine POU having at least two urethane groups and at least one polyoxazolidine POC having at least one carbonato group.

Abstract: Curable compositions are disclosed, containing at least one organopolysiloxane, which contains at least one hydroxyl group and/or group which can be hydrolyzed, in aqueous dispersion, i) at least one oganopolysiloxane having a dynamic viscosity of 0.05 to 7 (measured according to Brookfield DV-II+, spindle 3, 23° C.), which is free of hydroxyl groups and/or groups which can be hydrolyzed, in aqueous dispersion, at least one cross-linking agent, at least one emulsifier, at least one cross-linking catalyst, at least one aqueous silicon-free polymer dispersion, at least one filler, and optionally water. The compositions are suitable as sealants, adhesives, or coating agents for application in the construction field, in particular in the sanitary field and in the kitchen field. They are characterized in relation to aqueous silicone preparations known up to this point by an improved adhesion spectrum, in particular on plastic substrates.

Abstract: Composition obtained by reacting a polyisocyanate which is a diphenylmethane diisocyanate, optionally comprising a homologue comprising 3 or more isocyanate groups, and/or a variant of such diisocyanate with a monoalkylether of a polyoxyalkylene monoamine having an average molecular weight of 550-3000 and an oxyethylene content of more than 50% by weight, calculated on the weight of the monoamine, and the alkyl group having 1-4 carbon atoms at index of 100-250. It is used as plasticizer, particularly in polyurethane and/or polyurea materials.

Abstract: Solvent free, moisture curable reactive hot melt adhesives are prepared using an oxazolidine functional prepolymer and a polyfunctional isocyanate.

Abstract: The present Invention deals with an alternative Interfacial polymerization process of microencapsulation, microcapsule's produced thereof, microencapsulated agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, catalysts and phase transfer materials, and formulations thereof, by means of microcapsules and starting materials with the participation of acetylene carbamide derivatives in the final structure of the microcapsules' wall.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition comprising an amphiphile and an active ingredient whose solubility in water at 20° C. is not more than 10 g/L, wherein the amphiphile comprises a dendritic polyurea which is joined to at least one linear or comb-type polymer, and the joining is effected via a difunctional linker, if the repeat units of the linear polymer are composed of polymerized alkylene oxide. The invention also relates to an amphiphile comprising a dendritic polyurea and a process for preparing the amphiphile.

Abstract: Inventive composite materials are provided. The composite is preferably a nano-composite, and comprises an asphaltene, or a mixture of asphaltenes, blended with a polymer. The polymer can be any polymer in need of altered properties, including those selected from the group consisting of epoxies, acrylics, urethanes, silicones, cyanoacrylates, vulcanized rubber, phenol-formaldehyde, melamine-formaldehyde, urea-formaldehyde, imides, esters, cyanate esters, allyl resins.

Abstract: Polyurea/urethane silicone elastomers with improved properties are obtained by addition of solid polyurea/urethane silicone low molecular weight oligomers.

Abstract: A thermosetting resin composition which contains a polyurethane resin and a curing agent, the polyurethane resin including a constitutional unit derived from an alicyclic diol and having an acid value of 10 to 35 mgKOH/g.

Abstract: A silylated polyurethane composition containing polyester based polyurethane prepolymer. The silylated polyurethane composition when partially silylated is especially useful for pressure sensitive adhesives where it imparts superior adhesive and cohesive performance thereto.