Abstract: The present invention relates to a coating composition, which includes: (A) a polysiloxane resin, including a unit derived from a siloxane monomer, a siloxane oligomer, or a combination thereof; and (B) inorganic particles, including first SiO2 particles with a particle size ranging from 15 nm to 100 nm, and second SiO2 particles with a particle size ranging from 3 nm to <15 nm. The present invention further relates to a coating layer for enhancing light transmittance that is formed by the coating composition. According to the present invention, by using at least two types of inorganic particles with specific particle sizes to form a geometric stack, the space of pores can be increased, and therefore, the porosity of the coating layer can be increased, thereby reducing the optical refractive index of the coating layer and achieving an effect of enhancing light transmittance.

Abstract: The present invention provides an organic-inorganic composite resin, which is derived from: (A) an inorganic portion comprising (a1) one or more siloxane monomers of formula (R1)nSi(OR2)4-n, wherein R1, R2 and n are as defined in the specification; (a2) an acidic catalyst, (a3) silica, and (a4) a siloxane oligomer; and (B) an organic portion comprising (b1) one ore more acrylic monomers; wherein the weight ratio of the inorganic portion to the organic portion ranges from 2:8 to 8:2. The present invention also provides a coating composition comprising the aforementioned organic-inorganic composite resin and a hardener. The present invention further provides a reinforced substrate coated with the aforementioned coating composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a coating composition, which includes: (A) a polysiloxane resin, including a unit derived from a siloxane monomer, a siloxane oligomer, or a combination thereof; and (B) inorganic particles, including first SiO2 particles with a particle size ranging from 15 nm to 100 nm, and second SiO2 particles with a particle size ranging from 3 nm to <15 nm. The present invention further relates to a coating layer for enhancing light transmittance that is formed by the coating composition. According to the present invention, by using at least two types of inorganic particles with specific particle sizes to form a geometric stack, the space of pores can be increased, and therefore, the porosity of the coating layer can be increased, thereby reducing the optical refractive index of the coating layer and achieving an effect of enhancing light transmittance.

Abstract: The present invention provides an organic-inorganic composite resin, which is derived from: (A) an inorganic portion comprising (a1) one or more siloxane monomers of formula (R1)nSi(OR2)4-n, wherein R1, R2 and n are as defined in the specification; (a2) an acidic catalyst, (a3) silica, and (a4) a siloxane oligomer; and (B) an organic portion comprising (b1) one ore more acrylic monomers; wherein the weight ratio of the inorganic portion to the organic portion ranges from 2:8 to 8:2. The present invention also provides a coating composition comprising the aforementioned organic-inorganic composite resin and a hardener. The present invention further provides a reinforced substrate coated with the aforementioned coating composition.

Abstract: A coating composition comprising a photocatalyst composite and a silicone resin is provided, in which the content of the photocatalyst composite ranges from about 1% to about 70% by weight (wt %), based on the total weight of the coating composition, and the photocatalyst composite contains a heat insulation material and a photocatalyst material. An energy-saving material is further provided, which includes a substrate and a film formed from the coating composition of the present invention on at least one of the surfaces of the substrate. The energy-saving material is capable of effectively shielding off infrared (IR) light, substantially decreasing indoor temperature, and reducing power consumption. In addition, in the presence of the photocatalyst which can absorb ultraviolet light, the material also exhibits good superhydrophilic and self-cleaning properties and provides antimicrobial and deodorization effects.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition capable of absorbing UV light, comprising inorganic particulates and a resin containing as a polymerized unit an acrylate monomer. The composition of the invention can be formulated into a coating for a substrate so as to impart UV resistance and good weatherability to the coated substrate.

Abstract: The invention provides an optical thin sheet having a reinforced structure, comprising a substrate and at least one protective layer, said protective layer formed on at least one of the surfaces of the substrate and comprising an organic layer, wherein the organic layer comprises a thermosetting resin and is used to enhance the toughness of the substrate. There is good adhesion between the protective layer and the substrate. The optical thin sheet protected by the protective layer of the invention does not wrap and possesses high transparency.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition comprising a polymer and a solvent, characterized in that the polymer is obtained by polymerizing the following monomers: (a) an acrylate monomer; (b) a tertiary carboxylic ester; and (c) a monomer selected from the group consisting of a fluoro acrylate monomer, a siloxane monomer, and a mixture thereof. The resin composition of the invention can be formulated into a coating for a substrate to impart stain resistance to the coated surface.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition comprising a polymer and a solvent, characterized in that the polymer is obtained by polymerizing the following monomers: (a) an acrylate monomer; (b) a tertiary carboxylic ester; and (c) a monomer selected from the group consisting of a fluoro acrylate monomer, a silicone monomer, and a mixture thereof. The resin composition of the invention can be formulated into a coating for a substrate to impart stain resistance to the coated surface.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition comprising a polymer and a solvent, characterized in that the polymer is obtained by polymerizing the following monomers: (a) an acrylate monomer; (b) a tertiary carboxylic ester; and (c) a monomer selected from the group consisting of a fluoro acrylate monomer, a siloxane monomer, and a mixture thereof. The resin composition of the invention can be formulated into a coating for a substrate to impart stain resistance to the coated surface.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition capable of absorbing UV light, comprising inorganic particulates and a resin containing as a polymerized unit an acrylate monomer. The composition of the invention can be formulated into a coating for a substrate so as to impart UV resistance and good weatherability to the coated substrate.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a resin composition comprising a polymer and a solvent, characterized in that the polymer is obtained by polymerizing the following monomers: