Abstract: An aromatic polysulfone resin composition comprising 20 to 80% by weight of an aromatic polysulfone, 10 to 70% by weight of wallastonite and 0.5 to 20% by weight of a fluororesin. The aromatic polysulfone resin composition is superior in heat resistance, strength, stiffness, flame resistance, processability, etc. as engineering plastics.

Abstract: A polyarylene thioether composition comprising (1) 100 parts by weight of a polyarylene thioether (A) having an average particle size of spherulites of not more than 2 .mu.m, formed upon crystallization of the molten polymer at 250.degree. C., obtained by treating a polyarylene thioether having a repeating unit of ##STR1## as the main constituent and an inherent solution viscosity, which is measured at 206.degree. C. in 1-chloronaphthalene at a polymer concentration of 0.4 g/100 ml solution, of 0.30 to 0.90 dl/g with an aqueous solution of non-oxidative strong acid or non-oxidative strong-acid-weak-base type salt; and (2) 11 to 800 parts by weight of a polyarylene thioether (B) having a necessary time for 50% crystallization of not more than 50 seconds upon crystallization of the molten polymer at 250.degree. C. obtained by treating a polyarylene thioether having a repeating unit of ##STR2## as the main constituent and an inherent solution viscosity, which is measured at 206.degree. C.

Abstract: A coating composition useful for a finish for automobiles and trucks in which the film forming binder contains two reactive binder components of about(a) 50-95% by weight, based on the weight of the binder, of an acrylic polymer having at least two reactive anhydride groups composed of polymerized monomers of an ethylenically unsaturated anhydride and polymerized monomers from the group consisting of alkyl methacrylate, alkyl acrylate and any mixtures thereof, wherein the alkyl groups have 1-8 carbon atoms and the polymer has a weight average molecular weight of about 2,000-50,000;(b) 5-50% by weight, based on the weight of the binder, of a glycidyl component having at least two reactive glycidyl groups; andthe composition contains about 0.1-5% by weight, based on the weight of the binder, of a catalyst; and wherein the composition upon curing forms a hard, glossy and tack free finish.

Abstract: Thermoplastic blends having excellent surface appearance and improved coefficient of thermal expansion are prepared from a polyphenylene ether, a linear polyester such as a poly(alkylene dicarboxylate), a polymer containing a substantial proportion of aromatic polycarbonate units, and property improving amounts of mica reinforcement.

Abstract: A cement for bonding carbon blocks, particularly the cathode blocks of electrolytic cells, e.g. Hall-Heroult cells used for the production of aluminum. The cement comprises a carbonaceous aggregate of particle size smaller than 48 Tyler mesh, a curable water-soluble liquid polymeric resin (preferably a phenol-formaldehyde resin), water and normally a curing agent for the resin. The water is used in such an amount that the proportion of the resin can be reduced without adversely affecting the viscosity of the cement at ambient temperature. The cement carbonizes when the carbon blocks are subjected to high temperatures and has a linear shrinkage of less than 5%, which reduces the tendency of the carbonized cement to crack.

Abstract: A heat-sensitive color developable composition contains a color developing dye, an acidic material capable of developing the dye by heating and epoxy group-modified polyvinyl alcohol.

Abstract: Compositions useful as a material for fuel lines comprising an intimate blend of:(I) from 45 to 55% by weight of a polyamide and(II) from 55 to 45% by weight of a mixture of(a) From 70 to 90% by weight of high density polyethylene grafted with an alpha, beta-olefinically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid anhydride,(b) From 5 to 15% by weight of linear low density polyethylene grafted with an alpha, beta-olefinically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid anhydride, and(c) From 5 to 15% by weight of ethylene/propylene/diene rubber grafted with an alpha, beta-olefinically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid anhydrideare described.

Abstract: This invention relates to phenolic resin compositions containing propylene glycol mono methyl ether acetate as a solvent. It also relates to the use of these compositions in foundry binders.

Abstract: Silicone-polyarylene ether block copolymers are provided which can be made by effecting reaction between amino terminated polydiorganosiloxane and anhydride functionalized polyarylene ether.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions suitable for photocopolymerization comprising (a) an epoxide containing two or more epoxy groups, and (b) a hydroxyl substituted cycloaliphatic monoepoxide. The composition may additionally contain a poly (active hydrogen) organic compound and/or a photoinitiator. A coating produced from such a composition has a good combination of properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a binder and a method for making and shaping a green body of ceramic powder and subsequently producing a formed ceramic body. The method of the present invention comprises admixing a ceramic powder with a binder comprising a polyalkylene carbonate to form a ceramic-binder mixture. The binder of the present invention comprises a polyalkylene carbonate, preferably polyethylene carbonate or polypropylene carbonate.

Abstract: Molding compounds for encapsulating semiconductor components comprise filler-containing polyepoxy resins and a 1,3,5-tris(3-amino-4-alkylphenyl)-2,4,6-trioxohexahydrotriazine with a C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl radical as a hardener. The molding compounds are storage-stable and moldings manufactured therefrom meet the requirements for these materials.

Abstract: A novel paint composition comprising an organic solvent-based, organic solid film-forming component and an organic volatile corrosion inhibitor.

Abstract: Aqueous pigment preparations which contain (a) 5 to 80% by weight of a finely-divided inorganic and/or organic pigment, (b) 5 to 80% by weight of an aequeous polyurethane dispersion, (c) 2 to 80% by weight of water and (d) 0 to 50% by weight of an organic solvent.

Abstract: A one-component coating composition of35 to 60 wt.-% isocyanate prepolymer8 to 15 wt.-% plasticizer0.3 to 2 wt.-% antisettling agent2 to 10 wt.-% flaky extender5 to 25 wt.-% colorant pigments1 to 3 wt.-% moisture-binding agent, and10 to 20 wt.-% aliphatic estersprovides, on a flexible substrate such as artifical leather, plastic film, paper, roofing felt, polyurethane hard and soft foams, metal foils, concrete and the like, an extraordinarily elastic, tightly adherent coating film of high covering power and light resistance. Furthermore, it has good resistance to abrasion and to weathering, even to aggressive media such as sea water and chemicals.

Abstract: Provided herein is a process for producing a composite material composed of a polymer and the layered silicate constituting the clay mineral being connected to the polymer through ionic bonding. The process comprises contacting a layered clay mineral with a swelling agent in the presence of a dispersion medium, thereby forming a complex, mixing said complex containing said dispersion medium with a monomer, and polymerizing said monomer contained in said mixture. The process permits the economical and efficient production of a composite material in which the layered silicate is uniformly dispersed.

Abstract: A glass fiber reinforced poly(ethylene terephthalate) resin, comprising:(i) a poly(ethylene terephthalate) resin;(ii) 10to 60 weight % of reinforced glass fibers; and(iii) 0.1 to 10 weight % of a nucleating agent comprising:(a) a Group I, II, or IV metal cation salt of an ethylene/methacrylic acid copolymer resin having a melt flow index of from about 0.5 g/10 minutes to about 150 g/10 minutes measured at 190.degree. C. under a 10,128-gram load, and(b) a Group I, II, or IV metal cation salt of an ethylene/acrylic acid copolymer resin having a melt flow index of from about 0.5 g/10 minutes to about 150 g/10 minutes measured at 190.degree. C. under a 2,160-gram load.

Abstract: An improved process is provided for dry spinning spandex filaments which contain titanium dioxide pigment particles and a polymeric tertiary amine stabilizer. An organic base, such as ethylene diamine or diethyl amine, is added to the polymer solution before the titanium dioxide or the polymeric amine stabilizer is added to the solution. Improved spinning continuity and product yield are obtained.

Abstract: Curable epoxy resin compositions are described which comprise a mixture of an acid curable epoxy resin and a minor amount of an oxidizing agent capable of reacting with sulfur dioxide to form a catalyst for curing said epoxy resin. The curable epoxy resin composition may contain solid particulate materials. The procedures for curing such epoxy resins as well as methods for forming sand cores and molds also are described. Sand cores and molds produced in accordance with the method of the invention have sufficient strength and hardness after a few seconds of curing for normal foundry applications.

Abstract: A polymer matrix has grown therein in vitro and in situ non-centrosymmetric crystals of organic or inorganic compounds. The crystals are preferably orientated and may be used in electro-optical systems.