Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions comprising a copolymer derived from a vinyl aromatic monomer, a (meth)acrylate monomer, an acid monomer, and a copolymerizable surfactant and compositions comprising the same. The (meth)acrylate monomer can be selected from a monomer having a theoretical glass transition temperature (Tg) for its corresponding homopolymer of 0° C. or less or a hydrophobic (meth)acrylate monomer. In some embodiments, the copolymer is further derived from an organosilane. The copolymers can have a theoretical glass transition temperature (Tg) from ?60° C. to 80° C. and a number average particle size of 250 nm or less. The compositions can be used to prepare compositions such as coatings that have improved water resistance, blush resistance, and/or resistance to hydrostatic pressures. Methods of making the copolymers are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of processes for the generation of thin inorganic films on substrates, in particular atomic layer deposition processes. It relates to a process for preparing metal- or semimetal-containing films comprising (a) depositing a metal- or semimetal-containing compound from the gaseous state onto a solid substrate and (b) bringing the solid substrate with the deposited metal- or semimetal-containing compound in contact with compound of general formula (II), (III), or (IV), wherein E is Ge or Sn, R is an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an aryl group, or a silyl group, R? are an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an aryl group, or a silyl group, X is nothing, hydrogen, a halide, an alkyl group, an alkylene group, an aryl group, an alkoxy group, an aryl oxy group, an amino group, or a amidinate group, or an guanidinate group, L is an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an aryl group, or a silyl group.

Abstract: The invention relates to an elastic membrane comprising an elastomer having an elongation at break of greater than 150% measured according to DIN 53504, wherein the thermoplastic elastomer (P1) comprises a polyurethane elastomer based on the following components: 11 % to 79% by weight of a mixture of at least one diol (D1) and at least one isocyanate (I1), 21% to 89% by weight of at least one compound (C1) having at least two isocyanate-reactive groups.

Abstract: A dual rate jounce bumper and a vehicle containing the dual rate jounce bumper are useful.

Abstract: A composition contains at least a copolyamide (PA-1) as a component (I), produced by polymerization of at least one lactam and of a monomer mixture (M) which contains at least a C32-C40 dimer acid and at least a C4-C12 diamine; and a flame retardant (F1) as a component (II). The flame retardant (F1) is selected from melamine cyanurates, magnesium hydroxide, and phosphorus-containing flame retardants. A process can be used for preparing such compositions, and the composition can be used for producing shaped articles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel nitrification inhibitors of formula (I), which are pyrazole propargyl ether compounds. Moreover, the invention relates to the use of compounds of formula (I) as nitrification inhibitors, i.e. for reducing nitrification, as well as agrochemical mixtures and compositions comprising the nitrification inhibitors of formula (I).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a continuous high-pressure polymerization process for the preparation of a liquid ethylene copolymer which comprises in polymerized form 20 to 60 wt % of ethylene; and at least 20 wt % of an acrylate, which is selected from C1-C22 alkyl (meth)acrylate, where a monomer feed comprising the ethylene and the acrylate is polymerized in the presence of at least 2 wt % of a chain transfer agent. The invention further relates to the liquid ethylene copolymer obtainable by the polymerization process; and to a lubricant comprising the liquid ethylene copolymer obtainable by the polymerization process; and to a method for reducing friction between moving surfaces comprising the step of contacting the surfaces with the lubricant or with the ethylene copolymer.

Abstract: Process for the removal of volatile compounds from a tackifier comprising a resin with repeating units of formula I wherein R1 is a linear or branched alkylen group with 1 to 10 carbon atoms and R2 is a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated N aliphatic hydrocarbon group with up to 20 carbon atoms, and optionally a plasticizer, wherein the tackifier is passed through at least one evaporator as film and the volatile compounds are removed from the film.

Abstract: A process for making a mixed metal oxide, may involve: (a) providing a hydroxide or oxyhydroxide of TM with an average particle diameter (D50) in the range of from 0.1 ?m to 5 mm; (b) subjecting the hydroxide or oxyhydroxide of TM to a stream of gas with a temperature in the range of from 150 to 2000° C., wherein TM contains nickel and at least one further transition metal selected from cobalt and manganese.

Abstract: A process for producing a thermoformable and/or -embossable fiber/polymer composite using a fibrous lignocellulosic substrate S and a polymer P, which contains i) homogeneously mixing the substrate S and the polymer P, then ii) converting the substrate S/polymer P mixture to a fiber web, and then iii) compacting the resultant fiber web at a temperature not less than the glass transition temperature of the polymer P [TgP] to give a thermoformable and/or -embossable fiber/polymer composite, wherein a) the substrate S comprises acetylated lignocellulosic fibers, and b) the polymer P is thermoplastic and has a TgP?20° C. The invention relates to a fiber/polymer molding obtainable by the process and a component in motor vehicle construction, in built structures and in furniture which contains the fiber/polymer molding.

Abstract: Expandable, blowing agent-containing pellets based on high temperature thermoplastics having a glass transition temperature according to ISO 11357-2-1999 of at least 180° C., wherein the expandable, blowing agent-containing pellets comprise at least one nucleating agent and have a poured density according to DIN ISO 697:1982 in the range from 400 to 900 kg/m3 and a mass in the range from 1 to 5 mg/pellet, processes for production thereof and foam particles obtainable therefrom having a glass transition temperature according to ISO 11357-2-1999 of at least 180° C., wherein the expanded foam particles comprise at least one nucleating agent and have a poured density according to DIN ISO 697:1982 in the range from 10 to 200 kg/m3, and particle foams obtainable therefrom and the use thereof for producing components for aviation.

Abstract: Provided is a plant or plant part comprising a polynucleotide encoding a mutated TriA polypeptide. The expression of said polynucleotide confers to the plant or plant part tolerance to herbicides.

Abstract: A metal trap for an FCC catalyst include pre-formed microspheres impregnated with an organic acid salt of a rare earth element.

Abstract: A composition contains a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU-1), obtained or obtainable by reaction of an isocyanate composition (IZ) containing MDI with a polyol composition (PZ), and hollow glass microspheres. The polyol composition (PZ) contains at least one polyol (P1) selected from polytetrahydrofurans having an average molecular weight Mn in the range from 900 to 2,000 g/mol. The polyol composition (PZ) also contains a chain extender (KV1), selected from 1,2-ethandiol, 1,3-propanediol, 1,4-butanediol and 1,6-hexanediol. Ski shoes, preferably ski boots, particularly preferably the outer shell of a ski boot, can be based on such a thermoplastic polyurethane. Corresponding processes can be used for producing ski shoes.

Abstract: An isoindoline derivative of formula wherein X is N, C—CN or C—COR2; Y is a radical having an acidic group or a basic group; R1 is independently from one another halogen or C1-C4-alkyl, said alkyl is unsubstituted or substituted with halogen; R2 is C1-C4-alkyl, said alkyl is unsubstituted or substituted with halogen; and n is 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4, with the proviso that Y does not include an acidic group if X is C—CN or C—COR2, and compositions containing the same are provided. The isoindoline derivative and the pigment composition are suitable, for example, for coloring high molecular mass organic material, especially paints, printing inks, resist formulations for color filter applications, electrophotographic toners, cosmetics, plastics, films or fibers.

Abstract: A method of enhancing soil water infiltration (SWI) and/or reducing soil water repellency (SWR) comprising: treating an area of groundcover with a composition A comprising A1) a block polymer (P) comprising at least one polyethyleneoxide moiety and at least one polypropyleneoxide moiety, and A2) an alcohol alkoxylate (E), wherein the SWI of the area of groundcover is enhanced and/or the SWR of the area of groundcover is reduced after treatment with the composition A.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a heat-ageing resistant polyamide molding compound, a molded object made from said polyamide molding compound, and the use of said molded object.

Abstract: Superabsorbent mixtures M comprising at least 70% by weight of superabsorbent A having a liquid absorption of 20 g/g (T20) of less than 300 s and/or a volumetric liquid absorption under pressure 0.3 psi (2.07 kPa) (VAUL) with a ? value of less than 400 s, and at least 5% by weight of superabsorbent B having a centrifuge retention capacity (CRC) of at least 30 g/g.

Abstract: Coating material combination consisting of a coating material for forming a surfacer coat and a coating material for forming a topcoat, and use thereof for producing a coating system consisting of a surfacer coat and topcoat on a substrate. The substrate preferably comprises the body or the cabin of a motor vehicle, or a constituent thereof. The coating material combination of the invention is suitable especially for producing coatings consisting of a cured surfacer coat and a cured topcoat on automobiles and commercial vehicles, such as trucks, vans, or buses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flame-retardant composition, a method for preparing the same and an article therefrom. The composition may include at least one thermoplastic polyurethane, at least one primary flame retardant, and at least one metal carbonate particle.