Abstract: The present invention relates to a laminate structure comprising a composite adhesive polymeric interlayer (CAPI) comprising at least two layers: (i) a submicron-thick superbonding layer and/or a top adhesive polymeric interlayer (TAPI) and (ii) a bulk adhesive polymeric interlayer (BAPI). If the TAPI is present, it comprises cohesive substantially discrete and/or continuous debonding zones. Such debonding zones are located preferably within the 10% thickness of CAPI from the interface of said CAPI and the glass substrate. These zones allow for a unique combination of modified API-glass debonding, laminate toughness, and laminate durability. Various spatial patterns and densities of debonding are described, as well as the resulting material properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to a glass laminate containing an interlayer based on a specified ethylene vinyl acetate-based resin composition, which is particularly suitable for higher temperature applications where polymer creep can be an issue, such as overhead architectural glazing, spandrels and bolted laminate applications, and particularly for locations where the glazing temperature can exceed 50° C., and even 60° C., for an extended period.

Abstract: Provided is a sodium-neutralized ethylene acid copolymer ionomer composition containing a specified silane additive in a specified amount and having enhanced adhesion properties to glass, a masterbatch composition suitable for producing such ionomer composition, an interlayer made from such ionomer composition, and a glass laminate comprising such interlayer.

Abstract: Provided is a sodium-neutralized ethylene acid copolymer ionomer composition containing a specified silane additive in a specified amount and having enhanced adhesion properties to glass, a masterbatch composition suitable for producing such ionomer composition, an interlayer made from such ionomer composition, and a glass laminate comprising such interlayer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a laminate structure comprising an adhesive polymeric interlayer (API) that comprises discrete zones. Such discrete zones are located at the interface of the API and the glass substrate. Generally, the discrete zones comprise two sets of discrete zones, debonding and adhesive. These zones allow for a unique combination of modified API-glass debonding, laminate toughness, and laminate durability. Various spatial patterns and densities of debonding are described, as well as the resulting material properties.

Abstract: A multilayer interlayer containing a specified ionomer skin layer and an acoustic damping intermediate layer, and laminate containing such interlayer are provided, wherein the laminate has a desirable combination of sound insulating, flexural strength and optical properties suitable for use in transportation and architectural end uses.

Abstract: Provided are novel ethylene acid copolymers, their ionomers and their use in various articles, including packaging films and injection molded articles. The ethylene acid copolymers comprise copolymerized units of ethylene, about 10 to about 30 wt % of copolymerized units of a first ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms; and about 5 to about 15 wt % of copolymerized units of a derivative of a second ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms. Preferred derivatives include esters, and in particular alkyl esters. These ethylene acid copolymers and ionomers have improved optical properties when compared to conventional ethylene acrylic or methacrylic acid copolymers and their ionomers.

Abstract: The invention features a rectangular 3-D modeling grid called a display environment that may be mapped to one or more sensor(s) to provide a heads up display device the ability to generate and view an Augmented Reality first; person view of custom 3-D objects. Location sensors create the positioning and perimeter of the display environment. The Display Environment may be navigated by the combination of the display device's physical movement sensed by motion sensors and the display device's physical location based on its proximity to synchronized location sensors. Sensors on the display device recognize when the device is moving with respect to the Display Environment to initiate re-rendering of its 3-D model being displayed. Movement of the display device enable first person 3-D model illustrative and perspective views which may also be used to design 3-D models with customizable scale, orientation, positioning physics, and artificial intelligence.

Abstract: Provided is a sodium-neutralized ethylene acid copolymer ionomer composition containing a specified silane additive in a specified amount and having enhanced adhesion properties to glass, a masterbatch composition suitable for producing such ionomer composition, an interlayer made from such ionomer composition, and a glass laminate comprising such interlayer.

Abstract: Provided herein are glass laminates, preferably safety glass laminates, that comprise a polymeric interlayer sheet formed of an acid copolymer composition. The acid copolymer composition comprises an ethylene acid copolymer which, in turn, comprises copolymerized units of ethylene, about 5 to about 90 wt % of copolymerized units of a first ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms; and optionally about 2 to about 40 wt % of copolymerized units of a derivative of a second ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms. Optionally, a portion of the carboxylic acid groups of the copolymerized units of the ethylene acid copolymer are neutralized to form carboxylate salts. The acid copolymer composition also includes a hydroxyl-containing crosslinking agent and may also include an adjuvant. The glass laminates have superior resistance to creeping due to the properties of the acid copolymer composition, which may optionally be cross-linked.

Abstract: Provided are novel ethylene acid copolymers, their ionomers and their use in various articles, including packaging films and injection molded articles. The ethylene acid copolymers comprise copolymerized units of ethylene, about 10 to about 30 wt % of copolymerized units of a first ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms; and about 5 to about 15 wt % of copolymerized units of a derivative of a second ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms. Preferred derivatives include esters, and in particular alkyl esters. These ethylene acid copolymers and ionomers have improved optical properties when compared to conventional ethylene acrylic or methacrylic acid copolymers and their ionomers.

Abstract: Provided are novel cross-linked polymers and their use in various materials, including packaging films and injection molded articles. These polymers, which comprise certain hydroxyl-containing crosslinking compounds, as well as optionally adjuvants, show improved creep resistance when compared to conventional ethylene acrylic or methacrylic acid copolymers and their ionomers.

Abstract: A multilayer interlayer containing a specified ionomer skin layer and an acoustic damping intermediate layer, and laminate containing such interlayer are provided, wherein the laminate has a desirable combination of sound insulating, flexural strength and optical properties suitable for use in transportation and architectural end uses.

Abstract: Disclosed is a golf ball comprising a cover prepared from an ionomer composition comprising a high acid ionomer comprising about 15 to about 30 weight % of copolymerized units of a C3-8 ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid and about 3 to about 13 weight % of copolymerized units of vinyl acetate, alkyl acrylate or alkyl methacrylate.

Abstract: A multilayer polymeric sheet comprising three layers is provided. The two outer layers of the multilayer polymeric sheet comprise an ionomeric composition and are positioned on either side of the inner layer of the multilayer polymeric sheet, which comprises an ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) composition. Further provided is a laminate comprising the multilayer polymeric sheet, for example, a glass laminate. Preferred laminates exhibit a sound transmission class of greater than 25, as measured by ASTM E314, or an effective stiffness by bending of about 3.0 mm to about 5.0 mm, as measured by ASTM C158. Also preferably, the laminate has an areal density that is lower than that of a glass monolith of comparable thickness.

Abstract: A back-contact solar cell module and a process for making such a solar cell module are provided. The module includes a porous wire mounting layer with a plurality of elongated electrically conductive wires mounted thereon. A polymeric encapsulant layer is provided between a rear surface of solar cells of the module and the porous wire mounting layer and is melted to adhere to the solar cells and penetrate the porous wire mounting layer. Back electrical contacts on the solar cells are electrically connected to the electrically conductive wires through the porous wire mounting layer.

Abstract: A lighting device comprising a light emitting diode and a cover comprising an ionomer composition that has improved optical properties. The ionomer composition comprises an ionomer that is produced by partially neutralizing a precursor acid copolymer that has a melt index of about 20 to about 400 g/10 min. The precursor acid copolymer comprises copolymerized units of an ?-olefin having 2 to 10 carbons and, based on the total weight of the precursor acid copolymer, about 12 to about 30 weight % of copolymerized units of an ?,?-ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 8 carbons.

Abstract: The invention features a rectangular 3-D modeling grid called a display environment that may be mapped to one or more sensor(s) to provide a heads up display device the ability to generate and view an Augmented Reality first; person view of custom 3-D objects. Location sensors create the positioning and perimeter of the display environment. The Display Environment may Sbe navigated by the combination of the display device's physical movement sensed by motion sensors and the display device's physical location based on its proximity to synchronized location sensors. Sensors on the display device recognize when the device is moving with respect to the Display Environment to initiate re-rendering of its 3-D model being displayed. Movement of the display device enable first person 3-D model illustrative and perspective views which may also be used to design 3-D models with customizable scale, orientation, positioning physics, and artificial intelligence.

Abstract: Provided are novel ethylene acid copolymers, their ionomers and their use in various articles, including packaging films and injection molded articles. The ethylene acid copolymers comprise copolymerized units of ethylene, about 10 to about 30 wt % of copolymerized units of a first ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms; and about 5 to about 15 wt % of copolymerized units of a derivative of a second ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms. Preferred derivatives include esters, and in particular alkyl esters. These ethylene acid copolymers and ionomers have improved optical properties when compared to conventional ethylene acrylic or methacrylic acid copolymers and their ionomers.

Abstract: Provided herein are glass laminates, preferably safety glass laminates, that comprise a polymeric interlayer sheet formed of an acid copolymer composition. The acid copolymer composition comprises an ethylene acid copolymer which, in turn, comprises copolymerized units of ethylene, about 5 to about 90 wt % of copolymerized units of a first ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms; and optionally about 2 to about 40 wt % of copolymerized units of a derivative of a second ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid having 3 to 10 carbon atoms. Optionally, a portion of the carboxylic acid groups of the copolymerized units of the ethylene acid copolymer are neutralized to form carboxylate salts. The acid copolymer composition also includes a hydroxyl-containing crosslinking agent and may also include an adjuvant. The glass laminates have superior resistance to creeping due to the properties of the acid copolymer composition, which may optionally be cross-linked.