Abstract: The present invention includes polymer films that comprise lanthanum hexaboride and an epoxy agent. The lanthanum hexaboride and epoxy agent can be incorporated into or onto a polymer film in any suitable manner. The addition of an epoxy agent surprisingly provides a stabilization effect to the lanthanum hexaboride, which allows for the production of polymer films that advantageously absorb infrared radiation and resist environmental degradation. Polymer films thus produced have a significant number of applications, for example, but not limited to, display devices, protective coverings, and glazing film applications.

Abstract: Now, according to the present invention, multiple band optical reflectors are provided that utilize a stack of metal and dielectric layers to create a reflection curve in the visible spectrum that has multiple peak intensities. Reflectors of the present invention comprise at least two dielectric layers that have differing thicknesses, with metal layers disposed therebetween. The use of metal layers in the present invention, as opposed to using alternating layers of dielectric materials, results in a reflector that is substantially thinner than a conventional two dielectric reflector.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of polymer interlayers and multiple layer glass panels comprising polymer interlayers, and, more specifically, the present invention is in the field of polymer interlayers comprising multiple thermoplastic sheets.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of plasma display panel filters, and more specifically the present invention is in the field of multiple layer plasma display panel filters that can be effectively mounted directly to the front glass surface of a plasma display panel module.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of thermoplastic polymeric compositions, and, specifically, the present invention is in the field of poly(vinyl butyral) formation, storage, and use in multiple layer glazing panel interlayers, among other uses.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of interlayers for use in multiple layer glass panels, and more specifically, the present invention is in the field of interlayers comprising a fluoropolymer sheet and a nonfluoropolymer polymer sheet.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of multiple layer glass panels having multiple polymer layers disposed thereon, and more specifically, the present invention is in the field of multiple pane windows having multiple polymer layers disposed thereon wherein a moisture barrier layer is included.

Abstract: The present invention includes polymer interlayers that are used in multiple layer glazing panels. Interlayers of the present invention comprise a thermoplastic polymer, a plasticizer, and a fumed silica that has been modified to impart hydrophobic character. Interlayers incorporating such components have improved tensile modulus, moisture resistance, creep performance, anticorrosion effect, glass adhesion, and are well suited to a variety of applications, including, but not limited to, acoustic applications.

Abstract: Now, according to the present invention, dichroic filters are provided that incorporate a flexible polymer film substrate, such as poly(ethylene naphthalate), onto which a dielectric and/or reflective metal stack has been formed. Filters of the present invention are durable, flexible, and lightweight, and can be advantageously used in many specialty lighting applications.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of polymer sheets for use in multiple layer glass panels, and more specifically, the present invention is in the field of polymer sheets comprising agents that improve fire resistance in the polymer sheets.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of plasma display panel filters, and more specifically the present invention is in the field of multiple layer plasma display panel filters having a PVB layer. Also included are methods of filtering plasma display panel radiation and plasma display panel devices utilizing plasma display panel filters of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of plasma display panel filters, and more specifically the present invention is in the field of multiple layer plasma display panel filters comprising a PVB layer. Also included are methods of filtering plasma display panel radiation and plasma display panel devices utilizing plasma display panel filters of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of polymer sheets for use in multiple layer glass panels, and more specifically, the present invention is in the field of polymer sheets comprising agents that improve fire resistance in the polymer sheets.

Abstract: Composite film structures exhibit a predetermined finished color tone comprised of a transparent film layer which exhibits a color deficiency as compared to the finished color tone, and a pigment which is visually associated with, and satisfies the color deficiency of, the film layer. Most preferably, the pigment is provided as a homogenous dispersion in a transparent color-matching layer positioned adjacent to the film layer. Thus, when the film and color-matching layers are viewed collectively as a unit, the perceived color tone will be that of the finished predetermined color tone. That is, the color-matching layer provides visually an additive effect on the perceived color of the composite film structure.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of polymer sheets and multiple layer glass panels having adjustable tint, and, more specifically, the present invention is in the field of polymer sheets and multiple layer glass panels comprising agents that cause a change in light transmission properties when subjected to an electric field.

Abstract: This invention provides an embossed decorative composite laminate interlayer for use in reducing UV and IR energy transmittance through a glass laminate. One interlayer of the present invention comprises an embossed decorative composite disposed between a first and second adhesive layer, such as PVB. The embossed decorative composite of the present invention comprises a first polymeric support film, such as PET, having a metal coating disposed thereon, thereby forming a metallized film. The metallized film is then bonded through the use of an adhesive to a second polymer support film, forming a decorative composite structure. The decorative composite is then purposefully embossed such that they have protrusions at different angles to the flat plane of the bonded polymeric support films, so as to form the desired embossed decorative composite.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of laminated glass panels comprising multiple layers of polymer sheets with patterned light transmission qualities and methods of producing and using the same. More specifically, the present invention is in the field of laminated glass panels featuring novel patterns formed by two printed patterns supported on one or more layers of polymeric sheet material, such as polyethylene terephthalate.

Abstract: A polymer sheet comprising a fatty acid amide featuring enhanced antiblock characteristics. Also a method of manufacturing a polymer sheet by a method comprising incorporating a fatty acid amide with the polymer. Further, a laminated safety glass comprising two sheets of glass with an interlayer polymer sheet disposed therebetween wherein the polymer sheet has a fatty acid amide incorporated therewith.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of polymer sheets comprising poly(vinyl butyral) and sodium acetate and methods of producing and using the same, and more specifically, the present invention is in the field of polymer sheets comprising plasticized poly(vinyl butyral), sodium acetate, and an adhesion control agent.

Abstract: A polymer sheet having a bifunctional surface modifying agent deposited on the surface of the sheet and a method of manufacturing a polymer sheet having a bifunctional surface modifying agent on the surface of the sheet. The polymer sheet preferably comprises polyvinyl butyral, a plasticizer incorporated into the polyvinyl butyral, and a bifunctional surface modifying agent disposed as a coating on the plasticized polyvinyl butyral, the bifunctional surface modifying agent comprising an anti-blocking segment and a compatibility segment, the anti-blocking segment comprising a hydrocarbon group comprising a linear hydrocarbon chain, a cyclic group, or a combination of linear hydrocarbon chains and cyclic groups, the compatibility segment comprising a sulfonate, sulfate, carboxylate, or phosphate radical.