Abstract: A system, method, and computer program product for predicting a polymer. A method may include determining one or more prediction scores for a target polymer based on at least one descriptor of the target polymer from at least three descriptor groups, wherein the one or more prediction scores include a prediction of one or more physical properties for the target polymer. A method may include determining one or more prediction scores for a target polymer based on at least one desired physical property of the target polymer, wherein the one or more prediction scores include a prediction of one or more raw materials of the target polymer.

Abstract: The present invention provides an aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) comprising an amorphous polyester having a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry of less than ?30° C.; wherein the aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) has a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) of 0° C. to 20° C. and a hard block content of greater than 50%.

Abstract: The present invention provides a partially neutralized aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) containing an amorphous polyester, wherein the dispersion is from about 70% to about 90% neutralized with a sterically hindered amine. The partially neutralized aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) may be used to provide coatings, adhesives, sealants, paints, primers, and topcoats having excellent chemical resistance to aggressive chemicals such as isopropanol.

Abstract: The present invention provides an aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) comprising an amorphous polyester having a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry of less than ?30° C.; wherein the aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) has a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) of 0° C. to 20° C. and a hard block content of greater than 50%.

Abstract: The present invention provides an aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) comprising an amorphous polyester having a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry of less than ?30° C.; wherein the aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) has a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) of 0° C. to 20° C. and a hard block content of greater than 50%.

Abstract: The present invention provides an aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) comprising an amorphous polyester having a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry of less than ?30° C.; wherein the aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) has a glass transition temperature (Tg) as determined by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) of 0° C. to 20° C. and a hard block content of greater than 50%.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for coating a substrate. These methods include: (a) preparing a two-component coating composition by mixing a first component and a second component to make a mixture thereof, and (b) depositing the mixture over the substrate to form a film having a 60° gloss of no more than 35 gloss units (measured according to ASTM D523-89). In these methods: (i) the first component includes: (A) an aqueous anionic, aliphatic polyurethane dispersion comprising a polyurethane having terminal methylol groups; and (ii) the second component comprises an aqueous anionic acrylic polymer solution having a viscosity of 25,000 to 60,000 mPa·s at 20° C. when measured according to DIN EN ISO 3219 at a non-volatile content of 9% to 11% by weight, based on the total weight of the solution, measured according to DIN 53189.

Abstract: The invention relates to new, hydrolysis-stable, aqueous polyurethane-polyurea dispersions based on polycarbonate-polyols, to a process for preparing them and to their use in coating materials.

Abstract: The invention relates to new, hydrolysis-stable, aqueous polyurethane-polyurea dispersions based on polycarbonate-polyols, to a process for preparing them and to their use in coating materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to isocyanate functional prepolymers, aqueous polyurethane dispersions produced from the prepolymers and various uses of such dispersions. The prepolymers are prepared by reacting a diisocyanate, a dihydroxy compound having a number average molecular weight of from about 700 to about 16,000, and a trihydroxy component of the formula: R—(OH)3 where R is a saturated straight chain or branched chain aliphatic group of from 2 to 8 carbon atoms. The invention also relates to polyurethane dispersions prepared from the prepolymers and to various uses of the resultant dispersions.

Abstract: A polyurethane dispersion prepared by: A) forming an isocyanate functional prepolymer containing acid functional groups by reacting a first polyol, a second polyol having carboxylic acid functionality and a polyisocyanate; and optionally B) reacting an amino acid with the prepolymer. The dispersion is used in coating compositions that include (i) the above-described polyurethane dispersion and (ii) a cross-linking agent for the polyurethane which does not contain free isocyanate groups. The coating composition is used to coat substrates by: (a) mixing components (i) and (ii); and (b) applying the mixture to a surface of the substrate.

Abstract: An aqueous polyurethane dispersion (PUD) that includes an isocyanate functional prepolymer containing acid functional groups prepared by reacting a polyol containing carboxylic acid functionality and a polyisocyanate. The polyol has a molecular weight (Mn) of from 100 to 10,000, an acid number of 25 to 500 mg KOH/g and a hydroxyl number of from 25 to 500 mg KOH/g. The PUD can be used in coating compositions that also contain a cross-linking agent. The coating compositions can be used coat substrates by applying a mixture of the PUD and cross-linking agent to a surface of the substrates.

Abstract: Polyurethane/ureas including hydrophilic moieties and alkoxysilane groups of formula (I) —X—CO—NR2—Y—Si-(Z)3??(1) where X is O or NR2; R2 is H, C1-C6 alkyl, substituted C1-C6 alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl or benzyl; Y is C1-C8 linear and branched alkylene; and Z is an organic group inert to isocyanate groups below 100° C. At least one Z group is an alkoxy group of 1 to 4 carbon atoms. The polyurethane/urea can be in an aqueous dispersion, which can be used to prepare coatings. The dispersion is prepared by (ii) reacting an organic polyisocyanate with a high molecular weight polyol, optionally a low molecular weight isocyanate-reactive compound, an isocyanate-reactive compound containing hydrophilic groups, and/or an amine chain extender forming a prepolymer; (ii) reacting the prepolymer in (i) with a compound of formula (II) OCN—Y—Si-(Z)3??(II) where Y and Z are as defined; and (iii) dispersing the reaction product in (II) in an aqueous medium.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a waterborne, UV-curable polyurethane emulsion and the use thereof in producing soft touch coatings. The emulsion is prepared by a) reacting specified hydroxy-functional components with di- and/or polyisocyanates, b) forming a dispersion of the resultant product with water and reacting the dispersion with amine functional materials.