Patents Represented by Attorney Willard R. Sprowls
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Patent number: 4105601Abstract: Novel blowing agents are disclosed comprising 3,3'-carbonylbis(organo carbazates). The organo group may be alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl or aralkyl moieties. In the preferred embodiment the organo group is an alkyl group selected from the group consisting of methyl, isopropyl, secondary butyl or tertiary butyl. The blowing agents find utility in the preparation of expanded organoplastic materials such as rubbers, thermosetting resins and thermoplastic resins.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 1977Date of Patent: August 8, 1978Assignee: Uniroyal, Inc.Inventors: Byron A. Hunter, Franklin H. Barrows
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Patent number: 4010028Abstract: A bonded calcium carbide article that is solid and self-supporting is obtained by mixing granular calcium carbide with a suitable bonding agent. The resultant bonded calcium carbide article, which is easy and safe to handle, can be effectively and efficiently used as a sulfur scavenger in the refining of metals and metal alloys.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 1974Date of Patent: March 1, 1977Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Donald A. Irwin, Sr., Gordon H. Madge, Charles F. Kloss, Allen L. Stone
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Patent number: 4003940Abstract: New sulfites derived from alkynols and glycol ethers of phenylphenols are provided which are useful as insecticides and acaricides and which exhibit substantially reduced phytotoxicity than similarly used compounds. This invention also deals with the use of the novel sulfites in treating plants.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 1975Date of Patent: January 18, 1977Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Rupert A. Covey, Robert E. Grahame, Jr.
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Patent number: 3998783Abstract: Polymers are flame-retarded by novel combinations of additives comprising:A. a specified compound of iron, cobalt, nickel, tin or antimony,B. an alkali metal chloride, bromide or iodide, andC. an organic acid or inorganic acid salt. Alternatively, additive (c) may be an integral part of the polymer in whole or in part.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 1975Date of Patent: December 21, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventor: William Paul Whelan, Jr.
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Patent number: 3996194Abstract: This invention is directed to 1,5-bis(3',5'-dihydrocarbyl-4'-hydroxyphenyl)pentyl derivatives, including the 3-pentyl ester, amine and amide compounds. It also deals with the stabilization of organic materials by incorporating such compounds therein, either alone or in combination with a dialkyl 3,3'-thiodipropionate or a tri(alkaryl)phosphite.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 1975Date of Patent: December 7, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Richard A. Gencarelli, Edward L. Wheeler
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Patent number: 3991036Abstract: Disclosed are new chemical compounds namely 1,4-dialkanols of octahydrothieno[3,4-b]pyrazine 6,6-dioxides, and 4-alkanols of octahydrothieno[3,4-b]pyrazine 6,6-dioxides, the use of such compounds in the production of polyurethanes, and methods of making such compounds.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 1975Date of Patent: November 9, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Walter Nudenberg, Edward L. Hagen, Julian R. Little, Chung-Ling Mao
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Patent number: 3976664Abstract: There are disclosed novel, dodecahalo-9,10-oxadecahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanoanthracenes which are useful as flame retardant additives for acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) gum plastics and other polymeric materials, and a method for preparing these novel anthracenes.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 1974Date of Patent: August 24, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Yong S. Rim, Walter Nudenberg
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Patent number: 3976672Abstract: Novel (hydrocarbylphenylsulfonyl)alkyltrimethyl stannanes and a process for preparing same are disclosed. These stannane compounds correspond to the following formula: ##SPC1##Wherein R' is the same or different and is selected from the group consisting of linear and branched alkyl having 1 to 20 carbon atoms, cycloaliphatic having 4 to 6 carbon atoms and linear and branched alkenyl having 2 to 20 carbon atoms, m is an integer from 1 to 3 and n is an integer from 2 to 11.The stannane compounds of this invention exhibit insecticidal properties when employed in insecticidal formulations.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 1975Date of Patent: August 24, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Richard J. Strunk, Winchester Loomis Hubbard
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Patent number: 3962482Abstract: Clear, elastic, water gels and gel-forming compositions are based on potassium-sensitive carrageenan in the form of an alkali metal or an ammonium salt and a water-soluble potassium salt. Addition to the composition of calcium-sensitive carrageenan, also in the form of an alkali metal or an ammonium salt, imparts freedom from syneresis. The water gels and the gel-forming compositions are characterized by essentially complete freedom from polyvalent metal cations.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 1975Date of Patent: June 8, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal, Ltd.Inventors: Frederick W. Comer, Clifford H. G. Strong
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Patent number: 3955994Abstract: Cementitious structures characterized by improved durability and weather resistance are obtained by: Incorporating alkyl and alkenyl succinic acids, their anhydrides, acid esters, acid amides, halogenated compounds and salts, into cementitious mixtures prior to setting; applying said succinic compounds onto concrete subsequent to setting; or by a combination of the forgoing steps; said alkyl and alkenyl substituents containing from 8 to 40 carbon atoms.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 1974Date of Patent: May 11, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Byron A. Hunter, John W. Zukel
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Patent number: 3956139Abstract: Polymers are flame-retarded by novel combinations of additives comprising:A. a specified compound of iron, cobalt, nickel, tin or antimony,B. an alkali metal chloride, bromide or iodide, andC. an organic acid or inorganic acid salt.Alternatively, additive (c) may be an integral part of the polymer in whole or in part.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 1973Date of Patent: May 11, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventor: William Paul Whelan, Jr.
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Patent number: 3951894Abstract: New flame-retarded rubber and plastic compositions are disclosed which are economical to produce and which exhibit increased flame-retardance and reduced toxicity. Generally, these new compositions comprise a copolymer of acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber or a terpolymer of acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene, a bromine- or chlorine-containing organic fire-retardant additive, and an iron compound selected from a specified group.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 1974Date of Patent: April 20, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventor: William Paul Whelan, Jr.
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Patent number: 3944528Abstract: This invention relates to a solution process for preparing copolymers of a conjugated diene hydrocarbon and a vinyl-substituted aromatic hydrocarbon using a potassium-modified organolithium catalyst. The Li/K molar ratio is varied depending upon whether a random or pseudorandom copolymer is desired and depending on whether an aliphatic hydrocarbon or aromatic hydrocarbon solvent or a mixture of such solvents is used. The invention includes the pseudorandom copolymers formed by the process of the invention, such copolymers being characterized, in part, by having blocks with two to four units of the vinyl-substituted aromatic hydrocarbon interspersed throughout the copolymer chain.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 1975Date of Patent: March 16, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal, Inc.Inventor: Frederick C. Loveless
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Patent number: 3940146Abstract: This invention relates to an improved golf ball cover comprised of an ionomer based upon the copolymers of, e.g., ethylene and acrylic or methacrylic acid and a chlorosulfonated polyethylene. Covers made in accordance with this invention exhibit high durability features.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 1972Date of Patent: February 24, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventor: James F. Little
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Patent number: 3940396Abstract: Disclosed are new chemical compounds namely 1,4-dialkanols of octahydrothieno[3,4-b]pyrazine 6,6-dioxides and 4-alkanols of octahydrothieno[3,4-b]pyrazine 6,6-dioxides, the use of such compounds in the production of polyurethanes, and methods of making such compounds.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 1973Date of Patent: February 24, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: Walter Nudenberg, Edward L. Hagen, Julian R. Little, Chung-Ling Mao
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Patent number: 3939119Abstract: Thermoplastic copolymers are formed by the interaction of a 4-mercaptophenol and a dihalo-substituted aromatic sulfone of the structureX--phenylene-SO.sub.2 2-phenylene) .sub.y X, wherein y is 1 or 2. The latter are typified by 4,4'-dichlorodiphenyl sulfone and 4,4'-bis(4-chlorophenylsulfonyl)biphenyl. The mercoptophenol may have one or two lower alkyl groups ortho to the hydroxyl.The polymers are characterized by high glass transition temperatures and high impact strength.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 1971Date of Patent: February 17, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal, Inc.Inventor: Francis X. O'Shea
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Patent number: 3933714Abstract: Adhesive-coated tire cord fabric and similar fabric and single end cords for other end uses can be protected from the adverse effects of atmospheric pollutants, prior to the adhesion of such fabrics to rubber, by incorporating N,N'-ethylene bis-stearamide in the adhesive formulation.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 1974Date of Patent: January 20, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventor: Hansford Tyson Adams
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Patent number: 3932565Abstract: Polymeric bromine-containing phosphoramidate polyols are obtained by reacting bromine with spirocyclic phosphoramidites and thereafter reacting the brominated products with a polyol, in the presence of an acid acceptor. The novel viscous polymers thus produced react with polyisocyanates to produce polyurethanes. Polyurethanes so made are characterized by improved flame-retardant properties compared with conventional polyurethanes.Type: GrantFiled: December 26, 1973Date of Patent: January 13, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventor: Wadim Batorewicz
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Patent number: 3932633Abstract: Certain o-triazenobenzamides are useful as anti-aggression agents. Certain methods of perparation are novel.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 1974Date of Patent: January 13, 1976Assignee: Uniroyal Inc.Inventors: John Terence O'Brien, Zaven S. Ariyan