Abstract: Certain block copolymers may be suitable as compatibilizers in multiple component polymeric blends and composites. The utilization of at least one block copolymer in polymeric blends augments physical properties in the polymeric blend composite. The addition of block copolymers to polymeric blends may enhance certain mechanical properties of the composite, such as tensile strength, impact resistance, modulus, and heat stability, over the initial levels achieved by polymeric blends without incorporating block copolymers.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising a polymeric matrix; a plurality of fillers; and a block copolymer wherein at least one segment of the block copolymer interacts with the fillers. Also provided are composition comprising a plurality of fillers having surfaces and a block copolymer wherein at least one segment of the block copolymer is capable of interacting with the fillers upon application in a polymeric matrix. Compositions comprising a flame retardant compound and a block copolymer wherein at least one segment of the block copolymer is capable of interacting with the flame retardant compound upon application in a polymeric matrix are also provided.

Abstract: Block copolymers are suitable additives for polymeric composites containing microspheres. The block copolymers have at least one segment that is capable of interacting with the microspheres thereby enhancing the physical characteristics of the composition.

Abstract: A composition comprising exfoliated silicate platelets; a thermoplastic polymer; and a block copolymer and method of making the same.

Abstract: A composition comprising a fluorinated block copolymer and at least one of an intercalated layered silicate or exfoliated silicate platelets, and methods of making the same.

Abstract: A mixture of layered silicate, block copolymer having at least one block that is compatible with the first layered silicate, and a solvent is sheared while the solvent is removed.

Abstract: Described are microfiber articles and methods and intermediates for their production, the microfiber articles being preferably produced from co-extruded multi-layer films, and the articles having a multi-layer construction that allows selection of the different layers to have different properties such that the article can have a desired combination of properties.