Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a method of forming self-curing concrete comprising the steps of mixing cement, aggregates, and dry MIL-101(Cr) metal-organic framework (MOF) to form a mixture, incorporating the mixture with water to form wet concrete; and curing the wet concrete. During the curing step, the MIL-101(Cr) MOF adsorbs water to from a surrounding atmosphere. The MIL-101(Cr) MOF is 3-9 wt. % relative to the cement, such that water adsorption by the MIL-101(Cr) MOF enables the wet concrete to self-cure. The present disclosure also discloses a composition for forming concrete, the composition compromising cement, aggregate, water, and MIL-101(Cr) metal-organic framework (MOF), wherein the MIL-101(Cr) is 3-9 wt. % relative to the cement. The present disclosure also discloses a self-curing concrete.

Abstract: A process of manufacturing NH2-MIL-125(Ti) for use in mitigating ingress of chlorine ions in concrete, comprising dissolving 2-amino-benzene dicarboxylic acid in a 1:1 ratio of dimethylformamide and methanol, adding a titanium (IV) isopropoxide to the mixture at 150° C. with constant stirring to form NH2-MIL-125(Ti), submerging the NH2-MIL-125(Ti) in dichloromethane for about 3 hours and separating the NH2-MIL-125(Ti). NH2-MIL-125(Ti) produced is activated and ready for use in cement-based concrete structures. NH2-MIL-125(Ti) is enabled to reduce the ingress of chlorine ions in concrete by at least 20%.

Abstract: The invention discloses a method of producing metal-organic framework (MOF) incorporated concrete to capture CO2 and reduce carbon footprint, the method comprising mixing cement, a plurality of fine aggregates and a plurality of coarse aggregates for a predefined time under ambient conditions in a concrete mixer to form a dry concrete mix, mixing water in the dry concrete mix to form a wet concrete mix, incorporating MOF homogeneously into the wet concrete mix to form the MOF incorporated concrete, mixing the MOF incorporated concrete for two minutes and casting the MOF incorporated concrete by placing the MOF incorporated concrete into a mold, and curing the MOF incorporated concrete via a three-stage curing process. A quantity of the MOF in concrete is 3, 6 and/or 9% by cement mass.

Abstract: Exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules for electrophoretic displays, and methods for making the exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules are disclosed. In various embodiments, the electrophoretic ink capsules can include triboelectrically charged electrophoretic particles having higher electrical conductivity than conventionally charged electrophoretic particles allowing fabrication of electrophoretic displays with lower switching fields and faster response times.

Abstract: Exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules for electrophoretic displays, and methods for making the exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules are disclosed. In various embodiments, the electrophoretic ink capsules can include triboelectrically charged electrophoretic particles having higher electrical conductivity than conventionally charged electrophoretic particles allowing fabrication of electrophoretic displays with lower switching fields and faster response times.

Abstract: Exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules for electrophoretic displays, and methods for making the exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules are disclosed. In various embodiments, the electrophoretic ink capsules can include triboelectrically charged electrophoretic particles having higher electrical conductivity than conventionally charged electrophoretic particles allowing fabrication of electrophoretic displays with lower switching fields and faster response times.

Abstract: A method for producing a display capsule includes the following steps. A multichromal bead having at least two surfaces differing from each other in optical and electrical characteristics is formed. A dispersing agent on an outer surface of the multichromal bead is applied, preferably via spray coating. The multichromal bead is then encapsulated. The invention is also directed to a method for producing multichromal capsules. A multichromal bead having at least two surfaces differing from each other in optical and electrical characteristics and further includes a charge control additive. A dispersing agent is applied on an outer surface of the multichromal bead to prevent diffusion of the charge control additive from the multichromal bead. The multichromal bead is encapsulated at an encapsulation reaction temperature greater than 40° C.

Abstract: Exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules for electrophoretic displays, and methods for making the exemplary electrophoretic ink capsules are disclosed. In various embodiments, the electrophoretic ink capsules can include triboelectrically charged electrophoretic particles having higher electrical conductivity than conventionally charged electrophoretic particles allowing fabrication of electrophoretic displays with lower switching fields and faster response times.

Abstract: An electrophoretic display includes a transparent polymeric film including at least one cavity including a first particle species and a second particle species. Application of an electrical field causes the first particle species and the second particle species to separate from one another, and align on opposite sides of the cavity. Subsequent electric field applications cause migration of the first and second particle species, affecting a color state of the display. The electrophoretic display may be fabricated from multiple display cells arranged on a substrate.

Abstract: The disclosure provides, in various embodiments, a method of purifying polyalkylene. Also included are microencapsulated Gyricon beads, phase change ink, and toners comprising the purified polyalkylene.

Abstract: A display member for use at a temperature greater than at least about 40° C. The display member includes an arrangement of a plurality of optically anisotropic rotatable elements comprising a purified polymer. The plurality of rotatable elements have a surface in contact with an enabling fluid, the rotatable elements being electrically dipolar in the presence of the enabling fluid and being subject to rotation upon application of an electric field.

Abstract: A capsule containing a rotatable element and a dielectric liquid including a lubricant dispersed therein.

Abstract: Disclosed is a technique for producing bichromal balls that are adapted for use in high temperature applications. The bichromal balls find particular application in signs and display devices that can be used in environments in which the temperature exceeds 40° C.

Abstract: A display member for use at a temperature greater than at least about 40° C. The display member includes an arrangement of a plurality of optically anisotropic rotatable elements comprising a purified polymer. The plurality of rotatable elements have a surface in contact with an enabling fluid, the rotatable elements being electrically dipolar in the presence of the enabling fluid and being subject to rotation upon application of an electric field.

Abstract: A method for producing a display capsule includes the following steps. A multichromal bead having at least two surfaces differing from each other in optical and electrical characteristics is formed. A dispersing agent on an outer surface of the multichromal bead is applied, preferably via spray coating. The multichromal bead is then encapsulated. The invention is also directed to a method for producing multichromal capsules. A multichromal bead having at least two surfaces differing from each other in optical and electrical characteristics and further includes a charge control additive. A dispersing agent is applied on an outer surface of the multichromal bead to prevent diffusion of the charge control additive from the multichromal bead. The multichromal bead is encapsulated at an encapsulation reaction temperature greater than 40° C.