Abstract: Described herein are biodegradable composites and methods of forming the same. The composites generally comprise a base polymer, a plant-based filler material, and optionally a fragrant additive. The fragrant additives may be used for attracting animals to or repelling animals from an area. Methods of forming the biodegradable composites include an extrusion process using a melt formed from the base polymer and the plant-based filler material.

Abstract: Small cross-section fiber-reinforced composites are used as reinforcements for concrete. The composites, which are preferably longitudinally oriented continuous fibers embedded in a thermoplastic matrix, are mixed into the wet concrete and poured with the concrete to form a reinforced concrete structure. The properties of the reinforced concrete can be tuned by using mixtures of composites with different reinforcing fibers or mixtures of composites and non-composite fibers.

Abstract: A fiber-reinforced depolymerizable and repolymerizable thermoplastic composite that is encased in a depolymerizable and repolymerizable thermoplastic resin exhibits the strength and stiffness that make the encased composite particularly suitable for a wide array of applications that require very high strength, stiffness, and exceptional impact, together with complex shape. Examples of such applications include bumper beams, pedals, car door structures, instrument panels, and seating structures for automotive use. Other applications include window profiles, skis, ski poles, mast stays, tent poles, concrete reinforcement, crash barriers, window or door lineals, cable trays, cable for optical fibers, bicycle wheels and frames, and pipe.

Abstract: Physical properties of polymer resins, particularly amorphous resins such as ABS or SAN copolymers, are markedly improved by dispersing therein a filler-reinforced engineering thermoplastic polyurethane.

Abstract: Fiber-reinforced composites prepared from a depolymerizable and repolymerizable polymer have the processing advantages of a thermoset without being brittle. Impregnation of polymer into the fiber bundle can be achieved with ease, while still producing a composite with excellent physical properties and high damage tolerance.

Abstract: The present invention is a laminated glazing comprising a rigid thermoplastic polyurethane sheet or film sandwiched between and adhering to an outer glass sheet and an inner glass sheet. This glazing can be made to be sufficiently thin to make it particularly suitable for intrusion-resistant automotive applications.

Abstract: Fiber-reinforced composites prepared from a depolymerizable and repolymerizable polymer have the processing advantages of a thermoset without being brittle. Impregnation of polymer into the fiber bundle can be achieved with ease, while still producing a composite with excellent physical properties and high damage tolerance.