Abstract: Branched polydiorganosiloxane polyamide, block copolymers and methods of making the copolymers are provided. The method of making the copolymers involves reacting one or more amine compounds including at least one polyamine with a precursor having at least one polydiorganosiloxane segment and at least two ester groups.

Abstract: The invention relates to polysiloxanes of the general formula (I) [M?Dn]3T, ??(I) in which: M? is XSiY2O1/2 D is SiY2O2/2 T is SiZO3/2 and a process for the preparation thereof and their use as additives in aqueous surfactant-containing formulations.

Abstract: A method for improving the surface smoothness of planar textile structures, in particular sails, sunblinds, or textiles used in vehicles by applying at least one aminopolysiloxane. In this way it becomes possible to achieve individual and, in particular, new combinations of properties and effects, such as better aerodynamic properties, reduced air permeability, good soil repellence, increased elasticity, good water repellence, reduction of frictional forces during use.

Abstract: Ambient temperature curing coating composition comprising—a branched alkoxy-functional polysiloxane having the formula R2-O-[Si(R1)2—O]n—R2, wherein each R1 is selected from the group consisting of alkyl, aryl, and alkoxy groups having up to six carbon atoms, and Osi(OR3)3 groups, wherein each R3 independently has the same meaning as R1, each R2 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and alkyl and aryl groups having up to six carbon atoms, and wherein n is selected such that the molecular weight of the polysiloxanes is in the range of from 500 to about 2,000,—a catalyst, and—an acrylic polymer. The acrylic polymer is substantially free of functional groups that can react with the polysiloxane or with the catalyst in the coating composition.

Abstract: Polyaminofunctional alkoxy polysiloxanes which exhibit antineoplastic activity are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions including an effective amount of a polyaminofunctional alkoxy polysiloxane and/or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof are also disclosed. The application also describes methods of suppressing the growth of neoplastic cells and treating neoplastic conditions.

Abstract: Hole transport layer compositions comprising a silylated aryl amine and a polymeric component, to enhance performance of an associated electroluminescent device.

Abstract: A process for preparing aminoalkylpolysiloxanes involves (i) mixing (1) aminoalkylsilane hydrolyzate (ARaSiO(3-a)/2)m(R1O1/2)p with ??(I) (2) linear and/or branched organopolysiloxanes R x ? ( OR 1 ) y ? SiO 4 - ( x + y ) 2 ( II ) until a dispersion is obtained, where A is a monovalent SiC-bonded hydrocarbon radical containing at least one amino group, a is 0 or 1, m is from 2 to 500, p is at least 2, x is 0, 1, 2 or 3, and y is 0 or 1, and at least 10 silicon atoms on average per molecule are present in the organopolysiloxane (2), (ii) reacting (1) and (2) in dispersion in the presence of a basic catalyst until a substantially clear mixture is obtained, and (iii) neutralizing the basic catalyst.

Abstract: Organopolysiloxanes having aminoalkyl groups are prepared by (i) reacting (A) linear, cyclic or branched organopolysiloxanes with (B) aminoalkylsilanes which have an SiC-bonded, basic nitrogen-containing hydrocarbon radical and 2 or 3 hydrolyzable groups, ?or the partial or complete hydrolysis products thereof, optionally in the presence of (C) basic catalysts and/or (D) chain-terminating reagents, and (ii) optionally, after the reaction (i) neutralizing the optionally used basic catalysts (c), with the proviso that compounds (A), (B) and, when used, (D) are reacted continuously in a reaction space whose ratio of length to diameter is equal to or greater than four.

Abstract: The invention relates to ?-ethoxysilane modified polymers of the average general formula (I): in which R is a mono- to tetravalent polymer radical, not more than a third of the radicals R1, R2, and R3 present in the polymer of the formula (I), independently of one another, are alkyl radicals having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, at least a quarter of the radicals R1, R2, and R3 present in the polymer of the formula (I), independently of one another, are ethoxy radicals, any remaining radicals R1, R2, and R3, independently of one another, are methoxy radicals, and in which n is 1 to 4. The invention further relates to a process for preparing the polymers of the formula (I), and also to their use in adhesives, sealants, and coating materials.

Abstract: Materials and a process are provided whereby polymers with the pendant group or end group containing —Si(OR?)3 (where R? is H, an alkyl group, Na, K, or NH4) are used to control aluminosilicate scaling in a Bayer process. When materials of the present invention are added to the Bayer liquor before the heat exchangers, they reduce and even completely prevent formation of aluminosilicate scale on heat exchanger walls. The present materials are effective at treatment concentrations that make them economically practical.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel family of oligomeric and polymeric s-triazine and s-heptazine derivatives and to their use as an intermediate, e.g. as precursors for producing Si/(M)/C/N/(O) ceramics, as mesoporous materials such as, e.g., catalyst carriers for storing gas or as a stationary phase for chromatography, as flameproofing agents, plastic additives or for other organic/inorganic functional materials.

Abstract: Dithienopyrrole-containing copolymers, and organic semiconductors formed therefrom, used as p-type and donor compounds in semiconductors for organic photovoltaic (OPV) applications, such as solar cells or transistors, such as organic field effect transistors (OFET). Organic semiconductors formed herein have a low bandgap and high absorbance, increasing the efficiency of a transistor or a solar cell. Such dithienopyrrole-containing copolymers also have excellent hole-conductivity which may be even further improved through oxidation.

Abstract: A room temperature fast-curing organopolysiloxane composition which has excellent fast curability as well as deep curability is provided without using an organic compound having C?O group and the organic compound having NH2 group which are the volatile components. A method for curing such composition is also provided. The room temperature fast-curing organopolysiloxane composition comprises: (A) 100 parts by weight of a diorganopolysiloxane having both ends terminated with hydroxy group and/or a hydrolyzable group; (B) 0.5 to 10 parts by weight of a silane and/or a siloxane having at least 3 alkenoxysilyl groups in its molecule and being capable of forming a compound having —NH2 group by hydrolysis; (C) 0.5 to 10 parts by weight of a silane and/or a siloxane having at least 3 aminosilyl groups in its molecule and being capable of forming a compound having —NH2 group by hydrolysis; and (D) 0.01 to 10 parts by weight of a curing catalyst.

Abstract: The present invention concerns polysiloxanes having plural quaternary ammonium groups, their preparation and their use as softeners in the textile industry. Materials treated therewith exhibit a surprisingly high shear stability, an excellent, pleasant softness and improved sewability.

Abstract: Compositions that can be used in semiconductor manufacturing processes, comprising perhydro-polysilazane having a weight average molecular weight of about 300 to about 3,000 and a polydispersity index of about 1.8 to about 3.0 are provided. Solutions comprising the compositions of the present invention, methods of forming films in a semiconductor manufacturing process, and methods of manufacturing semiconductor devices are also provided.

Abstract: This invention relates to a coating composition comprising (A) 100 weight parts of a compound containing at least one acrylate group or a compound containing at least one isocyanate group; (B) at least one aminofanctional silicone resin; (C) up to 300 weight parts of at least one organic hardener; and (D) up to 5 weight parts of at least one cure rate modifier. The coating compositions of this invention are useful as a stand alone coating or as ingredients in flame retardant coating compositions, fabric or fiber coating compositions, UV resistant coating compositions, paint formulations, powder coatings, architectural coatings and adhesives. The coating compositions of this invention have enhanced thermal stability, particularly when used in coatings, paints, powder coatings, architectural coatings, and adhesives.

Abstract: A crosslinkable silane-terminated polymer is provided which includes the reaction product of an isocyanate-terminated prepolymer and a silane possessing a plurality of hydrolysable sites and at least one active hydrogen-containing group which is reactive for isocyanate, the silane upon hydrolysis produces a reduced amount of volatile organic compound compared to that produced by the hydrolysis of a silane possessing an equivalent number of hydrolyzable sites all of which are hydrolyzable alkoxy groups.

Abstract: To provide a silyl group-containing polymer which can be cured quickly and strongly, and from which a cured product excellent in antifouling properties and weather resistance while maintaining favorable rubber elasticity can be obtained, and its production process.

Abstract: A silylated polymer contains repeating units derived from butadiene. The polymer when partially silylated is especially useful for pressure sensitive adhesives where it imparts superior solvent resistance performance thereto.

Abstract: Hydrophilic polyquaternary polyorganosiloxane copolymers and their use as wash-resistant hydrophilic softeners.

Abstract: Compositions comprising at least one phosphorescent organometallic compound and a polymer comprising structural units of formula II are useful in organic light emitting devices wherein R1, R2, and R4 are independently at each occurrence a C1-C20 aliphatic radical, a C3-C20 aromatic radical, or a C3-C20 cycloaliphatic radical; wherein R3 and R5 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, triphenylsilyl, t-butyl, mesityl, diphenyl phosphine oxide, and diphenyl phosphine sulfide; and a, b and d are independently 0 or an integer ranging from 1 to 3.

Abstract: A water-soluble silicon-containing polymer is provided comprising recurring units having formula (1) wherein 10?m?260, 1?n?100, X is an alkylene chain which may have an alkyl substituent, R is H, alkyl or acetyl, and “a”=1, 2 or 3. The polymer has more than one primary amino group per hydrolyzable silyl group, affording an increased number of reaction sites with organic resins and forming a firm bond therewith.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of polysilazanes as permanent coatings on metal surfaces for the prevention of the susceptibility to fingerprints, characterized in that the polysilazane is in the form of a solution of a polysilazane or a mixture of polysilazanes of the general formula 1 —(SiR?R?—NR??)n— ??(1) where R?, R?, R?? independently=H, optionally-substituted alkyl-, aryl, vinyl- or (trialkoxysilyl)alkyl, n=a whole number such that the polysilazane has a number-average molecular weight of from 150 to 150,000 g/mol in a solvent. The invention further relates to a method for production of the coating.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for preparing an ink having constituents of a water-soluble dye having a water-soluble solubilizing group of at least one of a sulfonic group and a carboxyl group, water, a water-soluble substance that is condensation-polymerized in the absence of the water, a water-soluble medium and an additive including at least one of an organic acid salt and an inorganic acid salt. This method includes a first mixing step of mixing at least the dye and the water-soluble substance out of the constituents of the ink excluding the additive; a second mixing step of mixing a mixture obtained in the first mixing step and the additive; and a pH adjusting step, performed before the second mixing step, of preparing a solution including the mixture or a solution including the additive while adjusting the solution to a given pH range by using a pH adjuster.

Abstract: A polymerizable composition for the production of a resist includes at least one unsaturated, polymerizable monomer. This monomer has at least one silicon atom and at least one carbonyl group.

Abstract: Coating compositions for producing sol-gel coatings that include: a) one or more alkoxysilyl-containing oxalamides of the general formula (II), where R? is hydrogen or an organic C1-C10 radical, R? radicals are organic, optionally oxygen-attached C1-C10 radicals, R is an oxygen-attached radical optionally containing one or more ether groups and having 1 to 30 carbon atoms and n is an integer between 0 and 2, b) optionally further crosslinkers, c) one or more catalysts and d) water. The sol-gel coatings are produced by a method that includes combining a silica sol and one or more alkoxysilyl-containing oxalamides. The sol-gel coatings obtained from the above-described coating compositions can be used to coat substrates.

Abstract: Polydiorganosiloxane polyoxamide, linear, block copolymers and methods of making the copolymers are provided. The method of making the copolymers involves reacting a diamine with a polydiorganosiloxane precursor having oxalylamino groups. The polydioroganosiloxane polyoxamide block copolymers are of the (AB)n type.

Abstract: A coating for coating films, which comprises, dissolved in a solvent, polysilazane or a mixture of polysilazanes of the general formula —(SiR?R?—NR??)n— wherein R?, R?, R?? are the same or different and independently represent hydrogen or an optionally substituted alkyl, aryl or (trialkoxysilyl)alkyl group, where n is an integer and is selected in such a manner that the polysilazane has a number-average molecular weight of from 150 to 150 000 g/mol, and at least one catalyst. The invention also relates to a method for coating films, especially polymer films, to coated films and to film composites.

Abstract: Compounds that include silicon-containing groups, and optionally urethane groups, urea groups, or combinations thereof (i.e., polyurethanes, polyureas, or polyurethane-ureas), as well as materials and methods for making such compounds.

Abstract: An adhesive composition is provided comprising (A) a polyimide resin containing a diorganopolysiloxane linkage having vinyl groups as organic substituent groups on the backbone, (B) an epoxy resin, and (C) an epoxy resin-curing catalyst. An adhesive film prepared from the adhesive composition has a high bond strength to various substrates and to encapsulating resins when thermocompression bonded and heat cured thereto, and possesses a low modulus of elasticity and high heat resistance, ensuring manufacture of resin packaged semiconductor devices with high reliability.

Abstract: A method of producing silicone copolymers having fluorinated repeat units (D units) wherein the fluorine content of the copolymer is above about thirty-seven (37) weight percent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organo-ceramic composite material useful for the extraction of metal ions from solution. The organo-ceramic composite material is formed according to a sol gel synthesis scheme by reacting a functional precursor silane and its homopolymers with either (i) a mixture of a cross-linking silane and its homopolymers or (ii) the cross-linking silane, under conditions effective to yield the composite material of the present invention. Further aspects of the present invention relate to methods of removing a metal ion from a water stream and recovering a metal ion from a water stream, both of which include contacting a water stream containing a metal ion with an organo-ceramic composite material of the present invention under conditions effective to remove the metal ion from the water stream.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hydrophilic dicationic siloxane prepolymers with at least one polymerizable vinyl moiety, resulting in contact lenses and/or biomedical devices with reduced cross-link density and modulus without detracting from other properties.

Abstract: An ink composition is produced using a water-soluble substance that undergoes condensation polymerization in the absence of water (e.g., a hydrolyzable silane compound), which includes fluoroalkyl groups. Alternatively, a water-repellent film of a nozzle plate is subjected to a surface treatment with a trialkyl silane compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a coating composition for insulating film production, a preparation method of a low dielectric insulating film using the same, a low dielectric insulating film for a semiconductor device prepared therefrom, and a semiconductor device comprising the same, and more particularly to a coating composition for insulating film production having a low dielectric constant and that is capable of producing an insulating film with superior mechanical strength (elasticity), a preparation method of a low dielectric insulating film using the same, a low dielectric insulating film for a semiconductor device prepared therefrom, and a semiconductor device comprising the same. The coating composition of the present invention comprises an organic siloxane resin having a small molecular weight, and water, and significantly improves low dielectricity and mechanical strength of an insulating film.

Abstract: The invention relates to moisture-crosslinkable organopolysiloxane-polyurea block copolymers, to a process for preparing the crosslinkable organopolysiloxane-polyurea block copolymers, and to their use; to crosslinkable compositions comprising the crosslinkable organopolysiloxane-polyurea block copolymers, to the preparation of the crosslinkable compositions, to their vulcanization, and to the use of the vulcanizates.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for preparing an elastomeric base composition comprising: (I) mixing by an extrusion process (A) a fluorocarbon elastomer with (B) an optional compatibilizer, (C) an optional catalyst (D) a silicone base comprising a curable organopolysiloxane, (E), an optional crosslinking agent (F) a cure agent in an amount sufficient to cure said organopolysiloxane; and (II) dynamically vulcanizing the organopolysiloxane, wherein the weight ratio of fluorocarbon elastomer (A) to silicone base (B) in the elastomeric base composition ranges from 95:5 to 30:70. The cured rubber compositions obtained from the elastomeric base compositions herein have good fuel resistance properties.

Abstract: This invention concerns preparations containing partially quarternized amino-functional organopolysiloxanes and use thereof in aqueous systems on textile substrates. The preparations contain (1) 2 to 60 percent by weight of a partially quartenized amino-functional organopolysiloxane, (2) 2 to 40 percent by weight of an emulsifier, (3) 0 to 15 percent of a hydrotrope and (4) 20 to 95 percent by weight of water, with the proviso that the total nitrogen content of component (1) is in the range from 0.05 to 2.0 percent by weight, based on the overall composition of component (1).

Abstract: Aqueous dispersions containing organopolysiloxane/polyurea copolymers prepared by reacting aminoalkyl-functional organopolysiloxanes with a diisocyanate in water in the presence of a protonating acid, and optionally one or more surfactants and/or protective colloids. The organopolysiloxane/polyurea polymers may be prepared without the presence of ionic groups if desired.

Abstract: The invention relates to self-emulsifying copolymers, and to compositions, preferably care and/or treatment and/or make-up compositions for keratin and keratinous materials (including the skin, hair, nails, scalp, and/lips of human beings, keratinous fibers, etc.), containing one or more such self-emulsifying copolymers. Methods of making and using the self-emulsifying copolymers and compositions containing them also make up a part of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polymeric compositions useful in the manufacture of biocompatible medical devices. More particularly, the present invention relates to certain carboxylic monomers capable of polymerization to form polymeric compositions having desirable physical characteristics useful in the manufacture of ophthalmic devices. The polymeric compositions comprise polymerized carboxylic hydrophilic siloxanyl monomers.

Abstract: A treatment composition for making acquisition fluff pulp in sheet form, having a cross-linking agent and an anti-hydrogen-bonding agent. The cross-linking agent may be a polycarboxylic acid, aldehyde, urea-based derivatives or a mixture thereof. The anti-hydrogen-bonding agent may be a silicon polymer terminated with at least one quaternary amine functional group. A method of making acquisition fluff pulp using the treatment composition involves treating a cellulosic base fiber with a treatment composition solution to impregnate the fiber with the treatment composition, and then drying and curing the impregnated fiber. The resultant acquisition fluff pulp may be utilized in an acquisition layer and/or an absorbent core of an absorbent article intended for body waste management.

Abstract: A process for preparing a moisture-curable, polyether urethane containing terminal cyclic urea/reactive silane groups by reacting at an NCO:OH equivalent ratio of 1.5:1 to 2.5:1 a) a hydroxyl component containing i) a polyether containing two hydroxyl groups and one or more polyether segments, wherein the polyether segments have a number average molecular weight of at least 3000 and a degree of unsaturation of less than 0.04 milliequivalents/g, and ii) a polyether containing one hydroxyl group and one or more polyether segments having a number average molecular weight of 1000 to 15,000, with b) an isocyanate component containing i) a compound containing two isocyanate groups, and ii) a compound containing one isocyanate group, and subsequently reacting this reaction product at an equivalent ratio of isocyanate groups to isocyanate-reactive groups of 0.8:1 to 1.

Abstract: A polymer having a repeating unit represented by formula (I) is used for an insulating-film forming material and an insulating film. wherein R1 to R7 each are a monovalent hydrocarbon group, etc.; one of X, Y and Z is a specific siloxane group and the remaining two each are —O— or divalent silyl-containing group that bonds to (I) on the side of the oxygen atom of the group.

Abstract: A gradient coating is comprised of a basecoat derived from a polysiloxane prepolymer obtained from a mixture of one to three alkoxysilane monomers and at least one diepoxide monomer, and a lubricious reactant. The basecoat is applied to a substrate and dried. The lubricious reactant is then applied and allowed to permeate into the basecoat. The basecoat and lubricious reactant are then co-cured, resulting in a gradient coating composition. In addition to providing enhanced scratch and mar resistance, the gradient coating composition is solvent resistant and provides a durable hydrophobic and oleophobic surface, which makes it useful as a corrosion protectant and as a release agent.

Abstract: Zinc compound is added as a curing catalyst to an emulsion composition comprising an organopolysiloxane end-blocked with a hydroxyl or alkoxy group and an aminoalkyl group, both bonded to a silicon atom, an organotrialkoxysilane or tetraalkoxysilane, and a surfactant. The silicone emulsion composition can form a cured film briefly without a need for tin compounds.

Abstract: Using novel synthetic techniques, siloxane-urea segmented copolymers are made. The copolymers advantageously contain a polyether interface, with controlled morphologies and properties. High molecular weight, high strength siloxane-urea copolymers with urea hard segment contents ranging from 5 to over 60% by weight may be prepared. Polymer properties that can independently be controlled include modulus (1.0 to 120 MPa), ultimate tensile strength (1.5 to 25 MPa), level of equilibrium water absorption (˜0 to 100% by weight) and refractive index (1.43 to 1.46).

Abstract: Provided is an adhesive composition, which exhibits a melt viscosity at 40 to 80° C. of not more than 10,000 Pa·s, and which after heating for a period of 1 minute to 2 hours at a temperature within a range from 80° C. to (T+50)° C., exhibits a melt viscosity at a temperature of 100° C. to (T+30)° C. that is within a range from 100 to 10,000 Pa·s (wherein, T represents the curing start temperature for the composition). The adhesive composition is capable of forming a cured product that exhibits excellent filling of substrates with finely patterned circuits, excellent lamination performance at low temperatures, a low elastic modulus, and excellent levels of adhesion and heat resistance. The adhesive composition is useful for providing an adhesive film and for producing a semiconductor device.

Abstract: The present invention includes a novel polyol prepolymer including either an aliphatic amine, cycloaliphatic amine, aromatic amine or a mixture of these with an epoxy functional silicone to produce the novel polyol prepolymer chain extender. In one aspect of the invention, the novel polyol prepolymer chain extender is reacted with an epoxy resin to produce a novel silicone modified epoxy resin having improved adhesion, chemical resistance, UV stability, and decreased shrinkage properties. In another aspect of the invention, the novel polyol prepolymer chain extender is reacted with an acrylic monomer to produce a novel silicone modified acrylic resin having improved adhesion, chemical resistance, UV stability, increased functionality, and decreased shrinkage properties. The present invention also provides for a novel solid surface material composition.

Abstract: The present invention includes a novel polyol prepolmer including an aliphatic amine, aromatic amine, or a mixture of both aliphatic and aromatic amines with an epoxy functional silicone to produce the novel polyol prepolymer chain extender. In another aspect of the invention, the novel polyol prepolymer chain extender is reacted with a polyisocyanate to produce a novel silicone modified polyurea having improved adhesion, chemical resistance, UV stability, and decreased shrinkage properties.