Abstract: There are disclosed herein a visible light sensitizer for a photopolymerizing initiator and/or a photocrosslinking agent which comprises a thiobarbituric acid derivative compound of the general formula (A) or (B): ##STR1## a photopolymerizable and/or a photocrosslinkable composition in which the thiobarbituric acid derivative compound is used, and a hologram recording medium in which the composition is used.

Abstract: A curable impregnation sealant composition comprising a curable monomer, e.g., a (meth)acrylic acid ester monomer, of a type adapted for curing by heat and/or substantial absence of oxygen, and a curable monomer-soluble reactive bismaleimide of a type and in a solubilized amount providing enhanced high temperature resistance in the impregnation sealant composition when cured.

Abstract: A polymer material for manufacturing arcing chambers for low-voltage switchgear is characterized by a thermoplastic polymer matrix of polyamide or polyolefin which contains a cellulose material sheathed by cured melamine-formaldehyde resin.

Abstract: This invention discloses an aqueous resin dispersion excellent in adhesion to a base material and stability, and capable of forming a coat which exhibits excellent vibration-damping properties over a wide temperature range, and moreover, is flexible and excellent in resistance to chipping and low temperature resistance to impact, and it is an aqueous resin dispersion comprising polymer fine particles dispersed in an aqueous medium, and contains, as the polymer fine particles, composite fine particles (A) comprising a core part and a shell part having specific glass transition temperatures (Tg), respectively, specific composite fine particles (B) wherein the Tg of its core part is different from that of the composite fine particles (A), and/or polymer fine particles (C) having a specific Tg.

Abstract: A sprayable, trowelable epoxy polysiloxane based coating and flooring composition exhibiting excellent weatherability in sunlight and superior chemical, corrosion and impact resistance after curing is made up of: (a) a resin component which includes a non-aromatic epoxy resin having at least two 1,2-epoxy groups per molecule; a polysiloxane and an organooxysilane; (b) an difunctional aminosilane hardener component; (c) an organotin catalyst; and (d) an aggregate or pigment component. Organic solvents and flow modifying agents may be added to facilitate spray application. The resin component, hardener component, aggregate component and desired catalysts are combined in the presence of a sufficient amount of water to promote the hydrolysis of polysiloxane and/or organooxysilane and the polycondensation of the silanols produced by such hydrolysis. The aminosilane and epoxide resin react to form a cured linear epoxy polymer.

Abstract: This invention relates to a liquid composition for the control of pitch deposition in pulp and paper making comprising an aqueous solution of (1) a derivatized cationic guar, and (2) a nonionic polymer.

Abstract: Bitumen/polymer compositions with a broadened plasticity range are produced by stirring together a bitumen or bitumen mixture and a sulphur-cross-linkable elastomer as well as a sulphur-donating coupling agent at 100.degree.-230.degree. C. to give a cross-lined bitumen/polymer composition, stirring an acid or acid anhydride inorganic admixture into the composition at 100.degree.-230.degree. C., and maintaining the resulting reaction medium at 100.degree.-230.degree. C. while stirring for at least 20 minutes. Such bitumen/polymer compositions may be used directly or in dilute form to provide bituminous binders for road surfaces, coated materials and sealing coatings.

Abstract: Polyvinyl butyral sheet for laminated safety glass containing multivalent, preferably divalent, metal salt and a UV-stabilizing amount of a benzotriazole-based compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 denotes CH.sub.3, linear or branched C.sub.5 alkyl or linear or branched C.sub.12 alkyl and R.sub.2 denotes CH.sub.3 or linear or branched C.sub.5 alkyl.

Abstract: Flame retardant polyamide compositions are provided which contain melamine as the flame retardant. Flame retardant benefits are particularly realized by a composition which is a blend of melamine with a copolymer of polyamide-6.6 and 6. Use of heat stabilizers in the preferred compositions minimizes the thermal aging properties of the copolymer compared to polyamide-6.6.

Abstract: This invention relates to flame retardants for polyester and polyamide compositions, and specifically relates to compositions containing (1) about 30 to about 70 weight percent of a polyester or a synthetic, aliphatic polyamide; (2) about 15 to about 40 weight percent of glass or mineral reinforcing agent; and (3) a flame retardant of (a) about 20 to about 30 weight percent of melamine phosphate and up to about 10 weight percent of a charring catalyst; (b) about 15 to about 30 weight percent of melamine phosphate, up to about 10 weight percent of a charring catalyst and up to about 10 weight percent of a char former; (c) about 25 to about 30 weight percent of melamine pyrophosphate; (d) about 15 to about 30 weight percent of melamine pyrophosphate and up to about 10 weight percent of a charring catalyst; or (e) about 15 to about 30 weight percent of melamine pyrophosphate, up to about 10 weight percent of a charring catalyst and up to about 10 weight percent of a char former, wherein all percents by weight ar

Abstract: A phosphite and stabilized thermoplastic composition comprising the phosphite where the phosphite has the formula: ##STR1## In the above compound, R.sup.7 and R.sup.8 are preferably alkyl of from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, most preferably an unsubstituted alkyl group. R.sup.9 is preferably alkyl of 1 to 12 carbon atoms. m is from 0 to 5. The dicumyl group includes the OX groups which are the phosphite portion. The OX group is hindered by only one alkylaryl group at the ortho position with the other ortho position being occupied by hydrogen. X has the following formula: ##STR2## wherein R.sub.2 is independently selected from the group consisting of alkyl groups having from 1 to 12 carbon atoms. z.sub.1 and z.sub.2 can be 0 or 1. R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halogen, or alkyl of from 1 to 3 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present application relates to a flame retarded polycarbonate resin composition containing for flame retardancy a hydroxy-terminated aromatic oligomeric phosphate composition of the formula: ##STR1## where R is a hydrocarbyl group derived from an aliphatic or aromatic diol, Ar is an alkyl-substituted or unsubstituted phenyl group, n is from about 0 to about 10, and the phosphate composition contains a predominant amount of phosphate where n ranges from 0 to 1.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with a novel azo compound represented by formula (1), (2) or (3), a water-soluble dye comprising this azo compound, and a polarizing film containing this azo compound. The obtained polarizing film has high hydrothermoresistance and a high polarization degree and is excellent in optical characteristics: ##STR1## wherein each of R.sub.1, R.sub.3 and R.sub.12 is independently a hydrogen atom, halogen atom, hydroxyl group, alkyl group having 1 or 2 carbon atoms, or alkoxy group having 1 or 2 carbon atoms; each of R.sub.2, R.sub.4, R.sub.8 and R.sub.9 is independently a hydrogen atom, hydroxyl group, alkyl group having 1 or 2 carbon atoms, alkoxy group having 1 or 2 carbon atoms, or acetylamino group; R.sub.5 is a hydroxyl group or amino group at the o-position or p-position to the azo group; each of R.sub.6 and R.sub.10 is a hydrogen atom, carboxyl group, or alkoxy group having 1 or 2 carbon atoms; each of R.sub.7 and R.sub.

Abstract: A rubber composition suitable for use in tread of tires, particularly studless tires having increased digging and adhesive frictions to improve characteristics on icy roads of the tires without substantial deterioration of the durability of the tires or with minimizing the deterioration, which comprises a diene rubber component, 3 to 30 parts by weight of an ebonite powder and 0.1 to 3 parts by weight of a silylating agent, respectively, per 100 parts by weight of the rubber component.

Abstract: It is herein disclosed a polymer blend having and exhibiting excellent tribological properties comprising a major amount of polyketone polymers and a minor amount of one or more silicone oil. The blend also has and exhibits improved lubricity and has a low DCOF of from about 0.3-0.4. The blend is particularly useful in the manufacture of articles used in applications where surfaces are in contact during motion.

Abstract: Novel compounds of the formula I and formula II ##STR1## in which R and R.sub.1, independently of one another, are hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl or together with the carbon atom to which they are attached form a 3,4-dehydrocyclohexylidene ring,R.sub.2 is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl or C.sub.5 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl,R.sub.3 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl or C.sub.5-C.sub.6 cycloalkyl,R.sub.4, R.sub.5 and R.sub.6, independently of one another, are hydrogen or C.sub.1-C.sub.4 alkyl, R.sub.4, R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 together containing 1 to 4 carbon atoms, andR.sub.7 and R.sub.8 are hydrogen or together an additional direct bond, are described for use as stabilizers for organic materials against thermal, oxidative or light-induced degradation.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of momodisperse, non-porous, spherical particles based on SiO.sub.2, TiO.sub.2, ZrO.sub.2, Al.sub.2 O.sub.3, V.sub.2 O.sub.5, Nb.sub.2 O.sub.5 or mixed systems thereof, which are optionally modified on the surface by covalently bonded organic groups, as fillers in organic matrix materials, the refractive index of the particles being adapted to the refractive index of the organic matrix according to the use.Polymeric or polymerizable systems which comprise these particles can be used, for example, as embedding compositions for optical, electro-optical and optoelectronic components. Such embedding compositions show an improved optical homogeneity. Light-emitting diodes produced with them are distinguished, inter alia, by an improved light yield.

Abstract: A sliding member obtained by molding a resin composition comprising an aromatic polyamide fiber, a polytetrafluoroethylene, a lead oxide and at least one other heat resistant synthetic resin, the aromatic polyamide fiber being in a proportion of 10 to 30% by volume based on the total volume of the aromatic polyamide fiber, the polytetrafluoroethylene, the lead oxide and the other heat resistant synthetic resin, the polytetrafluoroethylene being in a proportion of 5 to 20% by volume based on the total volume, and the lead oxide being in a proportion of 0.1 to less than 5% by volume based on the total volume, and provided that the total of the aromatic polyamide fiber, the polytetrafluoroethylene, the lead oxide and the other heat resistant synthetic resin equals to 100% by volume.

Abstract: Stable suspensions of zeolite particulates, in water, well adapted for detergency applications, have a pumpable low viscosity and include an effective viscosity reducing amount of a siliconate and/or a siliconate derivative and, advantageously, a suspension stabilizer, e.g., an alkaline earth metal cation or a biogum polysaccharide.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel high performance composite structures comprised of carbon filaments in a matrix selected from the group consisting of polymeric materials, carbon, ceramic materials, and metals. The carbon filaments have a relatively high surface area, electrical resistivity, and crystallinity. The present invention also relates to a method of preparing said carbon filaments by use of an unsupported catalyst.

Abstract: Latex binders are disclosed which are used to prepare freeze-thaw-stable latex coating compositions which may be free of volatile freeze-thaw/open-time additives. The latex binders are prepared by combining a polymer which is the polymerization product of a polymerizable saccharide monomer, an acrylic monomer and, optionally, a monomer selected from styrenic monomers, ionic monomer and wet adhesion monomers. The latex coating compositions are freeze-thaw stable, even in the total absence of a volatile freeze-thaw additive, and exhibit improved open-time when compared to a latex coating composition which does not contain a volatile freeze-thaw additive. Methods for preparing the freeze-thaw-stable latex coating compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved process for producing water-soluble and water-insoluble carboxylic acid polymers and copolymers. The process comprises the steps of polymerizing a carboxylic acid monomer, and a polyfunctional cross-linker monomer in a second embodiment, in an effective molar ratio, in a silicone solvent under an inert atmosphere in the presence of an effective amount of an initiator. The preferred copolymer of the second embodiment includes acrylic acid as the carboxylic acid monomer and a lauryl methacrylate and/or stearyl methacrylate as a comonomer. The resulting copolymers have new and unexpected tolerance to salt-containing water when mixed therewith.

Abstract: Disclosed are coating compositions which include hydrogen silsesquioxane resin dissolved in saturated alkyl hydrocarbons. The compositions are useful for forming coatings which are thick and/or have good coating quality.

Abstract: Stable reactive aqueous dispersions of functional graft polyorganosiloxanes, well suited for formulation into curable silicone compositions useful in the production of release- and other coatings and paints, comprise the polymerizate of at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer with a functional polyorganosiloxane which comprises identical or different recurring structural units of formula (I):R.sub.a Y.sub.b X.sub.c SiO.sub.(4-a-b-c)/2 (I)in which the radicals R, which may be identical or different, are each a C.sub.1 -C.sub.18 alkyl radical, a C.sub.2 -C.sub.20 alkenyl radical, or a C.sub.6 -C.sub.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sealing component for connector waterproofing having an excellent heat resistance, low-temperature resistance and oil resistance which can be economically produced in a reduced molding time. A novel sealing component for connector waterproofing is provided, which comprises a vulcanized composition comprising at least (a) 100 parts by weight of an organopolysiloxane represented by the following average composition formula (I) containing at least two alkenyl groups per molecule and having a viscosity of at least 100,000 cs, (b) from 0.1 to 20 parts by weight of an organohydrogenpolysiloxane represented by the following average composition formula (II) containing at least two hydrogen atoms directly bonded to silicon atom per molecule, (c) from 5 to 500 parts by weight of a finely divided silica filler, (d) the catalytic amount of a platinum catalyst, (e) from 0.005 to 5 parts by weight of a sulfide compound represented by the following general formula (III), and (f) from 0.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition to improve the mechanical properties of blends of polyolefins and polyesters and particularly relates to compatibilizers for polyethylene and polyester blends and the method relating to their production. One particular embodiment of the compatibilizers is a polyolefin with a grafted monomer such as Polyethylene grafted with maleic anhydride and a terpolymer of ethylene such as ethylene, n-Butyl Acrylate and glycidyl methacrylate.

Abstract: Gel compositions comprising styrene-(ethylene/propylene)styrene (SEPS) block copolymer having Mw of at least 180,000 and polystyrene content of 25-45 weight percent, and at least 300 parts by weight percent, and at least 300 parts by weight of extender liquid per 100 parts by weight of the block copolymer. The extender softens the ethylene/propylene mid-blocks of the copolymer and the resulting gels have unexpectedly higher tack, temperature resistance, and extender-retaining ability than corresponding gels made with styrene(ethylene/butylene)-styrene block copolymers.

Abstract: A hot melt pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprising a tackified ethylene-propylene rubber modified with a copolymer of a styrene ethylene-propylene block copolymer and/or a styrene ethylene -butylene block is provided. The pressure sensitive adhesive exhibits high cohesive strength and adhesion to polar and apolar surfaces.

Abstract: Anhydride-functional polymerizable monomers having the structure: ##STR1## and polymers and reactive compositions prepared from these monomers are disclosed. The reactive compositions are especially useful in primer and clearcoat/basecoat applications.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fiber-forming polymer blend, comprising:a) a polyamide;b) a miscible amorphous polymer; andc) an immiscible amorphous polymer.

Abstract: The present invention provides olefin polymerization catalysts and processes for preparing a polypropylene and a propylene block copolymer using said olefin polymerization catalysts.The olefin polymerization catalyst (1) of the invention is formed from:[I-1] a contact product obtained by contacting:(A) a solid titanium catalyst component,(B) an organometallic compound catalyst component, and(C) a specific organosilicon compound;[II-1] (D) a specific polyether compound; and optionally,[III] an organometallic compound catalyst component.The olefin polymerization catalyst (2) of the invention is formed from:[I-2] a contact product obtained by contacting:(A) a solid titanium catalyst component,(B) an organometallic compound catalyst component, and(D) a specific polyether compound;[11-2] (C) a specific organosilicon compound.

Abstract: A process for the functionalisation of polymers is disclosed. Functionalisation takes place by reacting a polymer with a peroxidant, preferably, the peroxydisulphate or monosulphate or sodium or potassium in an aqueous medium. The hydroxylated polymer can then be reacted with other materials, including biomolecules. Using the method of the inventon, products eg. Catheters or oxygenators can be produced with improved properties hitherto unobtainable.

Abstract: A process for preparing hollow polymer particles which comprises a seed-forming step for polymerizing a monomer mixture of an acid monomer having a carboxylic acid group and a non-ionic hydrophilic monomer in the presence of a polymerization initiator; a core-forming step for preparing a core, which can be swollen with an alkali, by polymerizing the monomer mixture of an acid monomer having a carboxylic acid group, a non-ionic hydrophilic monomer and a cross-linking agent to the seed latex; a shell-forming step in which a hydrophobic shell is formed on the hydrophilic core; and an alkali-swelling step.

Abstract: Block copolymers represented by the formula ##STR1## are formed by contacting an ester group containing poly(aryl ether ketone) composed of the recurring units ##STR2## with a liquid crystalline polyester represented by the formula ##STR3## in which R.sub.1, R.sub.2 X.sub.2, X, Z, E.sup.1, E.sup.2 E.sup.5, w, x, y, z a, b and n each represent specified groups or values under conditions such that a transesterification reaction will occur.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycarbonates (PC) terminated by allylphenols, preferably eugenol, and subsequently grafted with maleic anhydride (MA) in the melt, to their use as blending partners for polyamides (PA) and to the polycarbonate/polyamide blends.

Abstract: A resin composition is provided that is suitable for impregnating sheet material, including fabrics, films, paper and tapes of the type employed to form prepregs, such as tapes used to form electrical insulation layers on electrical components. The resin composition includes a solid or semi-solid epoxy resin having an epoxide functionality of at least 2.5, a metal acetylacetonate for catalyzing the epoxy resin, and an accelerator of bisphenol A-formaldehyde novolac catalyzed by an acidic catalyst and having a hydroxyl equivalent weight of 120. The resin composition is essentially unreactive at room temperature and at elevated temperatures sufficient to enable permeation of the sheet material by the resin in its manufacture, is essentially unreactive at temperatures required to remove moisture and volatiles during processing of articles wrapped or taped with the sheet material, and cures at a higher temperature without adversely affecting the cure characteristics of the resin composition.

Abstract: A polyhydroxystyrene having a 2,4-diamino-s-triazinyl group substituted for 1-50 mol % of its hydroxyl group and a weight average molecular weight of 3,000-50,000 is provided. A negative radiation-sensitive resist composition comprising the polymer, preferably along with a photo-acid generator and a crosslinking agent has high resolution and developability, affords a resist pattern of rectangular profile, and is shelf stable. The composition is thus very useful as resist material for LSI manufacture.

Abstract: Binders for cathodic electrodeposition coatings based on epoxy resin-amine adducts are obtained by incorporation of oxazolidone structures in combination with diamine bridges built up in a specific manner. The modified epoxy resin-amine adducts are used in electro-dipping coatings together with crosslinking components. The stoved coating films have excellent corrosion protection, especially at the edges of workpieces.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for making fluorinated polymers and copolymers having stable end groups. The process includes (1) contacting a fluoromonomer, an initiator capable of producing stable end groups on the polymer chain, and a polymerization medium comprising carbon dioxide, and (2) polymerizing the fluoromonomer. The polymerization medium preferably comprises liquid or supercritical carbon dioxide. Advantageously, the process may also include the step of separating the fluoropolymer from the polymerization medium.The present invention also provides polymerization reaction mixtures useful in the processes of the present invention.

Abstract: Copolymers of propylene with other 1-alkenes, obtainable by gas-phase polymerization of a mixture of propylene and another 1-alkene in the absence of a liquid reaction medium under a pressure of from 15 to 30 bar, at from 60.degree. to 90.degree. C. and with an average holdup time of the polymer of from 1 to 5 hours, with the aid of a Ziegler-Natta catalyst system which, besides a titanium-containing solid component, contains an aluminum component and an electron donor, with the temperature being chosen so that, under the preset pressure, no condensation of the monomer mixture takes place in the gas space and, moreover, the ratio of the partial pressures of propylene and the other 1-alkene is adjusted to from 5:1 to 100:1, are particularly suitable for producing sheets and shaped articles.

Abstract: An energy polymerizable composition comprising at least one cationically curable 5 or 6 membered 1,3 oxazyl heterocyclic compounds, including 1,3-oxazoline and 1,3-oxazine monomers or compound and a catalytically effective amount of an initiator comprising an organometallic compound, wherein such oxazoline homopolymers and copolymers exhibit increased rates of reaction, improved thermal stability, and higher glass transition temperatures. The resultant adhesive compositions are particularly useful in electronic applications, such as bonding to polyimide sheets or film, flexible circuits or fiber optic connectors.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for obtaining copolymers of tetrafluoroethylene with one or more perfluorinated monomers having ethylenic unsaturation, said copolymers having only carboxylic or carboxylate groups as unstable end groups, by polymerization in aqueous emulsion in the presence of a dispersing agent. The process is characterized in that CHF.sub.2 --CH.sub.3 is used as chain transfer agent, and an inorganic peroxidic compound is used as initiator. The carboxylic or carboxylate groups are successively transformed into stable groups of the --CF.sub.2 H type by known stabilizing treatments.

Abstract: A process for producing a polymer of excellent weatherability, which comprises reacting a polymer having a thioether bond, with a peroxide to oxidize the sulfur atom in the bond to convert it into a sulfone.

Abstract: A crosslinked, acrylate-based pressure-sensitive adhesive is provided to obtain a creep compliance value of the pressure-sensitive adhesive of between 1.1.times.10.sup.-5 cm.sup.2 /dyne and 2.3.times.10.sup.-5 cm.sup.2 /dyne in the presence of alcohol-based excipients, such as ethanol serving as a solvent or a penetration enhancing agent used with transdermal delivery devices. The method of preparing such crosslinked pressure-sensitive adhesive by using electron beam radiation of from 5 kGy to 200 kGy, and medical articles using the crosslinked pressure-sensitive adhesive as a layer therein to contact skin are also provided.

Abstract: A process of polymerizing a monomer capable of undergoing free radical polymerization, comprising contacting the monomer with a diradical initiator at a temperature sufficient to initiate free radical polymerization, wherein said diradical initiator contains sites of C--C unsaturation which cyclize to form a diradical.

Abstract: A homogeneous, high nitrile melt processable acrylonitrile olefinically unsaturated multipolymer and a process for making the multipolymer, comprising polymerizing a mixture of acrylonitrile monomer and one or more olefinically unsaturated monomers, in which the rate of addition of the multimonomer mixture is set by the rate of polymerization so that the concentration of unreacted acrylonitrile monomers and unreacted olefinically unsaturated monomer(s) is low and the polymerization process is in a monomer starved condition.

Abstract: A process for removing contaminating solvents from solutions containing solid solutes comprising contacting a co-solvent that forms an azeotrope with the contaminating solvent forming a mixture thereby and spray drying the contaminating solvent co-solvent mixture in the presence of the co-solvent at a temperature equal to or above the temperature where the azeotrope distills whereby the contaminating solvent has been azeotropically distilled away from the solute. The process is particularly useful for polymeric solutes, especially silicones.

Abstract: This invention relates to anionically polymerized block copolymers comprised of at least one block polyethylene and at least one block of a polymerized cyclic siloxane monomer, e.g., polydimethylsiloxane. Block copolymers with multiple "arms" may be formed by coupling these living diblocks with polyfunctional coupling agents. One copolymer for use in wax release coatings has an overall weight average molecular weight of 1500 to 100,000, a polyethylene block weight average molecular weight of less than 4100, and a polyethylene content of less than 55 percent by weight. Another copolymer for use in extruded release coating films prepared by blending the copolymer with a film grade polymer has an overall molecular weight of less than 20,000 and a polyethylene block molecular weight of less than 3700.

Abstract: Described herein is a one-part hot melt adhesive comprising the reaction product of: (a) a polyester polyol with an equivalent weight in the range of from about 250 to about 3,000; (b) a polyisocyanate; and (c) at least about 1 weight percent hydroquinone bis (2-hydroxyethyl) ether; wherein the isocyanate content of the resulting product is at least about 0.5 percent. Also described is a one-part hot melt adhesive comprising the reaction product of: (a) a polyether polyol; (b) a polyisocyanate; and (c) hydroquinone bis (2-hydroxyethyl) ether; wherein the isocyanate content of the resulting product is at least about 0.5 percent. It has been discovered that the compositions of the invention provide adhesives with increased resistance to softening at high temperatures (e.g., above about 70.degree. C.) after curing.

Abstract: A curable epoxy resin composition comprising a polyepoxide resin and an amine curative characterized in that the amine curative comprises a partially methylated polyalkylene polyamine having at least three amine nitrogens and at least two active amine hydrogens.