Abstract: The present invention relates to a multilayer structure including a base (X) and a layer (Y), wherein the layer (Y) includes an aluminum-containing compound (A) and a phosphorus compound (BH) in which a phosphorus atom having at least one hydroxy group and a polar group are bonded via an alkylene chain having 3 to 20 carbon atoms or a polyoxyalkylene chain based on an alkylene having 3 to 20 carbon atoms, and the aluminum-containing compound (A) is a compound (Ab) including a reaction product (D) of an aluminum-containing metal oxide (Aa) and an inorganic phosphorus compound (BI).

Abstract: A method for maintenance of railroad wood ties is presented herein. The wood filler composition used in the method is applicable for filling holes or gaps in wood to stabilize wood structures. The composition comprises at least unintahite, also known as asphaltum or Gilsonite, and sand. The composition may further comprise a water repellant and a wood preservative. The composition is non-carcinogenic. The method comprises filling a hole with the dry composition described herein. The wood member may be a railroad tie and using an appropriate filling device, at least two holes, or at least four holes may be filled at one time.

Abstract: The invention relates to a water based paint composition to be used in a pressurized and sealed aerosol can and which composition contains A) up to 24% w/w of propellant gas which is dimethyl ether (DME); B) up to 76% w/w of coating material, consisting nonvolatile content in the range of 65-95% w/w and volatile content in the range of 5-35% w/w; —which volatile content contains water up to 0-100% w/w and additives, co-solvents and dispersing agents which comprise altogether of 0-9% w/w of volatile liquids, having 0-10% w/w preferably less than 5% w/w of volatile organic compounds (VOC) provided that the aggregate amount of dimethyl ether (DME) and the volatile organic compounds (VOC) in volatile liquids is such that VOC concentration is below 186 g/l (responding about 24% w/w, calculated as DME).

Abstract: A composition for use in cleaning metal components having Hansen Solubility Parameters for the composition of ?D?15, ?P<6, and ?H from about 5.5 to about 6.9. The composition includes a blend of organic solvents, none of which are classified as a volatile organic compound, a hazardous air pollutant, or a potential carcinogen, or exhibit a vapor pressure of less than 0.1 mmHg at 20° C. Further, the blend of organic solvents includes a halogenated aromatic solvent having one or more halide groups and from 6 to 8 carbon atoms, an organic solvent having one or more ester functional group and from 3 to 9 carbon atoms, and one or more of a linear or branched hydrocarbon solvent with 6-12 carbon atoms with a single polar moiety head group or a solvent containing one or more ketone functional groups and from 2 to 5 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present invention generally concerns a nano-enhanced explosive that is integrated at many points across an explosive train. More specifically, a nano-enhanced explosive is formed when a nanocomposite we call nMx is combined with a secondary high explosive. nMx is made of Li3AlH6 nanoparticles, elemental Al nanoparticles, an amount of Ti metal, and a nanoscale organic layer having unique burning profiles that lend energy to the explosive process including increased shockwave propagation through a chemical explosive and increased temperatures and gaseous pressure build up and release in and about the same. Our nano-enhanced explosive can be integrated at various points across an explosive train, e.g. use within a detonation cord (fuse), or as a detonation charge (initiator), or as the main charge, where the use of the nano-enhanced explosive can be characterized by the energy lent to projectiles from munitions, bubbles formed by underwater explosive trains, or blast profiles.

Abstract: A coating reducers containing low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to improve adverse environmental impacts, where the reducers may be water or solvent based and include mixtures of VOC exempt solvents and/or low vapor pressure (LVP) solvents and paints, lacquers, and varnishes diluted with the reducers.

Abstract: The present invention generally concerns isolated nanoparticles via the decomposition of a ternary metal hydride. More specifically, the present invention harnesses increased energy densities from two distinct nanoparticles isolated by a precise decomposition of LiAlH4. The singular material is air stable and is a nanocomposite of Li3AlH6 nanoparticles, elemental Al nanoparticles, an amount of Ti metal, and a nanoscale organic layer, which we call nMx. The nanocomposite protects and preserves the high energy densities of the core metals isolated from the controlled reaction and makes the nanoparticles safe to handle in air. The final composite is devoid of byproducts or phase transitions that will decrease the energy output of the nanocomposite. The method of the present invention creates a narrow distribution of nanoparticles that have unique burning characteristics useful for many applications.

Abstract: The present invention generally concerns decomposing a ternary metal hydride to isolate nanoparticles to use in a fuel grain. More specifically, the present invention harnesses increased energy densities from two distinct nanoparticles isolated by a precise decomposition of LiAlH4. The singular material is air stable and is a nanocomposite of Li3AlH6 nanoparticles, elemental Al nanoparticles, an amount of Ti metal, and a nanoscale organic layer. We call this nanocomposite nMx, which protects and preserves the high energy densities of the core metals isolated from the controlled reaction, making the nanoparticles safe to handle in air. The narrow distribution of nanoparticles has no byproducts or phase transitions that decrease energy output. The unique burning characteristics of nMx enhance the combustion of solid propellant formulations compatible with solid or hybrid rocket motors, where fuel grains are cast, pressed, or 3D printed with nMx powder, a polymeric binder, or optional additives.

Abstract: A thermostat comprises a hollow body containing a thermally responsive material, and a force transmitting member affixed to the body by an over-molded portion.

Abstract: Various compositions, including particularly aerosol compositions, containing fluorinated olefins, including particularly tetra- and penta-fluorpropenes, in a variety of applications are disclosed.

Abstract: An inkjet ink composition includes a maleimide-styrene copolymer having an ammonium salt structure as a Component A, an N-vinyl compound as a Component B, a colorant as a Component C, and a photopolymerization initiator as a Component D. An inkjet recording method includes discharging an inkjet ink composition onto a resin sheet by an inkjet method, and curing the inkjet ink composition by irradiating the discharged inkjet ink composition with actinic radiation.

Abstract: A composition comprising particulate solid, an organic medium and a dispersant comprising a polyacrylic copolymer functionalized with a polyether and reacted with an aminic polybasic species.

Abstract: A polymer composition for sequestering lipid-bile acid micelles in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is provided. The polymer composition comprises a copolymer of a pH-sensitive monomer and one or more of positively-charged monomers. The polymer composition is able to bind micelles under various physiological conditions in the GI tract and possesses the ability to flocculate the bound micelle upon exposure to a particular pH. The flocculation of the polymer:micelle complex prevents absorption of the micelle thereby causing the polymer:micelle complex to be eliminated with the fecal matter. Thus, the polymer composition described herein may be effective in reducing cholesterol, bile acid, and/or triglyceride levels and promote weight loss.

Abstract: Rosin modified phenolic resins are prepared by reacting together resin acid, fatty acid, tri- or higher-functional phenolic compound and aldehyde. The fatty acid may be Monomer (derived from the fatty acid dimerization process). The reaction mixture may optionally include a,l3-olefinically unsaturated carbonyl compounds and/or polyol. The resin may be dissolved in a solvent to form a varnish. The resin may be used as a component of printing inks, e.g., inks for lithographic or gravure printing.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward an oil dispersant composition useful in treating oil spills, and for cleanup of the shoreline, animals, plants, and equipment. The oil dispersant product is a non-toxic, solvent-free composition which efficiently breaks down grease, grime and crude oil at the molecular level, by breaking down the hydrocarbon chains and preventing the oil molecules from ever reforming again.

Abstract: Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

Abstract: Rosin modified phenolic resins are prepared by reacting together rosin, fatty acid, phenol and aldehyde. The fatty acid may be Monomer (derived from the fatty acid dimerization process). The reaction mixture may optionally include ?,?-olefinically unsaturated carboxylic acid(s) or anhydride(s), and polyol(s). The resin may be dissolved in a solvent to form a varnish. The resin may be used as a component of inks for lithographic or gravure printing.

Abstract: Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of dispersing discrete fillers in a polymer matrix to form a composite. Also disclosed are composites having discrete fillers dispersed in a polymer matrix.

Abstract: A tackifier solution comprising a pale, highly hydrogenated non-toxic rosin and a suitable, non-toxic solvent is described for use in improving gripping contact between a user and a grip-able object. The grip-able object is preferably a sports object or sporting object and application of the solution to the hand(s) or glove(s) of the user or to the gripping surface of the object results in improved gripping control and power transfer compared to an untreated hand, glove or surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to application of solvent(s) to a product including at least one binder, wherein the product is a paint or coating formulation and the solvent is a compound of renewable vegetable origin, notably agricultural origin. It also relates to a paint or coating including at least one binder and one solvent, wherein the solvent is of renewable vegetable origin. Formulations are given.

Abstract: Amine dispersants are disclosed. Also disclosed are organic dispersions that comprise ultrafine particles and an amine dispersant. The amine dispersant is the Michael addition product of reactants that include (a) a polyether (meth)acrylate and (b) a polyamine. Also disclosed are coating compositions that comprise such dispersions and substrates at least partially coated with such coating compositions.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the provision of premixed aqueous compositions which are used to provide a paint composition of varying finish characteristics at the point of sale. Thus, the merchant distributing the paint composition made from the subject premixed compositions need only maintain inventory of four compositions. The particular compositions which are the subject of the invention exhibit stable characteristics during storage in their respective reservoirs. The compositions include a pigment composition, a dispersant thickening agent, a high resin content binder, and a low resin content binder. The compositions are combined in differing amounts to produce paint compositions being suitable for either interior or exterior use and having differing sheens, quality levels, and color bases.

Abstract: A paint composition comprising silylesters of rosin. Silylesters of rosin are used in self-polishing antifouling paints alone or in combination with other binder components. A process is also defined for the addition of silylesters to paint compositions.

Abstract: A coating liquid for an electrophotographic photoconductor intermediate layer comprising a titanium oxide and a polycarboxylic acid polymer in a solvent is provided. The content of the polycarboxylic acid polymer is 0.3 to 10 parts by weight in respect to 100 parts by weight of the titanium oxide, and an acid value of the polycarboxylic acid polymer is 30 to 400 mgKOH/g.

Abstract: Disclosed is a resin composition for water-resistant and moisture-proof paper comprising 40 to 75 parts by weight of a polyolefin (A), 25 to 60 parts by weight of a tackifier (B) and 0 to 20 parts by weight of a compatibilizing agent (C), the total of (A), (B) and (C) being 100 parts by weight, and further blending 20 to 300 parts by weight of an inorganic filler (D) to 100 parts by weight of the sum of (A), (B) and (C). According to the present invention, the water-resistant and moisture-proof paper is provided at low cost which is disaggregated with ease by a pulper and recycled as paper materials.

Abstract: An industrial formulation-fluid system comprising one or more organic volatile formulation-fluids including a fluid F being a compound containing either an oxygen-containing or nitrogen-containing functional group and being substantially free from unsaturated carbon-carbon bonds or aromatic groups. Fluid F is selected from the group consisting of: carbonates, acetates, dioxalanes, pivalates, isobutyrates, pentanoates, propionates, hexanoates, nonanoates, nitriles and mixtures of any two or more thereof, such that fluid F exhibits a reduction in ozone formation in an amount of at least 10% less than that of the formulation-fluid system without fluid F. Also, fluid F has an ozone formation potential (OFP) (in accordance with the Absolute MIR scale in units of g. ozone/g. fluid F) of ≦1.5.

Abstract: The invention relates to a paste, which can undergo screen printing, for producing a porous polymer membrane. Said paste contains at least one polymer, one or more solvents for the polymer having a boiling point of >100° C., one or more non-solvents for the polymers (pore-forming agents) having a higher boiling point than that of the solvent(s), and contains a hydrophilic viscosity modifier.

Abstract: The invention concerns fluids that have a low reactivity with respect to ozone formation, blends thereof, and the replacement of conventional industrial solvents with said fluid or fluid blends in order to reduce tropospheric ozone formation.

Abstract: The method and formula for tinting glass described herein employs a transparent acetate lacquer. The transparent acetate lacquer is derived from a base of cellulose acetate dissolved in an appropriate solvent. Preferably, additional ingredients are added to the formula to provide a lacquer that is easy to apply and which provides superior adhesion to the glass. The method of this invention includes applying a transparent acetate lacquer to glass and allowing the lacquer to dry. Application of the lacquer may be conducted by any conventional method including spraying and brushing. When dried, the lacquer provides excellent tinting properties.

Abstract: The invention concerns fluids that have a low reactivity with respect to ozone formation, blends thereof, and the replacement of conventional industrial solvents with said fluid or fluid blends in order to reduce troposheric ozone formation.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method of manufacturing a fabric for ink jet printing and to an ink jet printing method for imparting to the fabric a clear and sharp image free from ink oozing in ink jet printing. Specifically, it relates to a method of manufacturing a fabric for ink jet printing which is characterized in that an aqueous treatment solution having a water-insoluble solvent dispersed or emulsified in an aqueous polymer solution is imparted to the fabric and dried; and to an ink jet printing method characterized in that the ink jet printing is made with the ink jet printing fabric used and that after developing, the pretreatment agent is removed by washing the fabric.

Abstract: Compositions and methods useful stabilizing dispersions containing paper sizing agents are provided. The dispersions comprise a hydrophobically modified water-soluble polymer having a viscosity average molecular weight less than about 200,000. Dispersions containing sizing agents and other agents for treating paper can be made according to the methods of the invention.

Abstract: There is provided a water-in-oil (W/O) emulsion ink for stencil printing having an oil phase and a water phase, the oil phase containing a reaction product of an alkyd resin or a rosin-modified resin with an aluminum chelate compound or an aluminum alcoholate. Preferably, the reaction is carried out by heating the aluminum chelate compound or aluminum alcoholate with the alkyd resin or rosin-modified resin to a temperature enough to lower the acid value of the resin to 10 or less, and the reaction is carried out in the presence of a higher fatty acid or a higher alcohol in an amount of 0.5-2.5 mols per 1 mol of on the aluminum chelate compound or aluminum alcoholate. This emulsion ink is improved in storage stability and inhibited from increase of viscosity of the ink after the ink is left, and restarting of printing after suspension of operation of the printing machine can be satisfactorily performed.

Abstract: Environmentally-safer resin-solvent compositions are provided which are generally free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The solvent and resin-solvent compositions may replace high-VOC hydrocarbon solvents for use in inks, coatings, adhesives and the like. These novel compositions are negligibly reactive with hydroxyl radicals and therefore are able to reach higher into the atmosphere before decomposing.

Abstract: Poly(3-hydroxyalkanoates) (PHAs) are used as binders for drying paint systems, wherein the poly (3-hydroxyalkanoate) component comprises poly (3-hydroxyalkanoate) containing mono- and/or poly-unsaturated side groups. Medium chain length PHAs based on unsaturated vegetable fatty acids are preferred. PHAs are used in the form of a solution in organic solvents and in the form of a dispersion in water. The PHA binders are used for the formulation of solvent-based PHA paint systems and for the formulations of PHA latexes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of shellac as the binder in an ink composition to reduce the problems of sweating when the ink is applied to a soft gelatin surface. Preferably, the shellac is at leat partially neutralised by a volatile base, for example ammonia, to render the shellac water soluble so that a water and/or alcohol liquid carrier medium may be used.

Abstract: A rosin emulsion sizing agent for paper making comprising a rosin substance, a dispersing agent and water, the rosin substance comprising (a) a rosin or a fortified rosin and (b) a rosin ester or a fortified rosin ester, the dispersing agent comprising a (meth)acrylamide copolymer obtained by polymerizing a polymerizable monomer mixture containing (A) 70 to 95% by mole of (meth)acrylamide, (B) 0.5 to 10% by mole of a sulfo (salt) group-containing monomer or a phosphoric acid (salt) group-containing monomer and (C) 1 to 20% by mole of a hydrophobic monomer, and a method for paper sizing using the same.

Abstract: A coating composition comprising a rosin compound, a polymer containing organosilyl ester groups, and an antifoulant as essential components is disclosed. This rosin-based coating composition gives a coating film which forms no residue layer on the surface thereof over long-term immersion, is hence free from physical defects such as cracks and peeling and capable of maintaining a sufficiently high rate of film erosion and preventing the attachment of marine organisms over a long period of time has satisfactory suitability for recoating, and has the satisfactory ability to prevent marine-organism attachment over the out-fitting period.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adhesive agent for adhering an object produced in several stages to its base for the duration of at least one process step. According to the invention, the adhesive agent contains 20-50 parts by weight of modified tall oil rosin with an acid value within the region 115-145, and 48-80 parts by weight of at least one solvent, so that the glass transition temperature achieved for the adhesive agent is in the area 10.degree.-18.degree. C.

Abstract: Antistatically modified fixturing cements useful in the polishing of silicon wafers are disclosed. The fixturing adhesives disclosed generally comprise:(a) a solvent carrier having a boiling point no greater than 200.degree. F. under a vacuum of 25 inches of mercury;(b) a fixturing adhesive soluble in the solvent carrier; and,(c) an antistatic agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to precursor coating compositions which are particularly suitable for being admixed with at least one supercritical fluid used as a viscosity reduction diluent and then spraying this resultant liquid mixture of supercritical fluid and precursor coating composition onto a substrate to be coated.

Abstract: A pitch based impregnant for a carbon or graphite body and a method of impregnation. The method involves forming a liquid solution of a substantially solids free pitch having a Q.I. of less than 1% dissolved in furfural and containing an acid catalyst with the solution having a viscosity of less than 150 cps at room temperature and heating the impregnated body to between 150.degree.-200.degree. C. until the impregnant is cured.

Abstract: A lightweight aggregate comprising free-flowing particles of a polymer foam coated with a binding agent having dispersed therein, in total, at least 10% by weight thereof of one or more transition metal ions.

Abstract: A process for producing a gelled ink vehicle for heatset printing including the sequential steps of first mixing a modified rosin ester and a liquid alkyd resin and a fatty acid ester solvent, reserving some of the solvent for later use, which is then heated and stirred until the modified rosin ester is dissolved. A gellant is optionally added, and the reaction mixture is maintained at temperature. A non-optional first gellant is then added to the reaction mixture. The reaction is allowed to progress, after which the balance of the solvent, which was withheld previously, is added. The vehicle is recovered from the reaction vessel. The process produces a vehicle that has a stronger gel structure than traditional ink vehicle gels.

Abstract: The invention provides a tire polishing and protective composition including, as dissolved or dispersed in an organic solvent, 2 to 25% by weight of a silicone varnish, 0.1 to 4% by weight of a rubber type polymer and 0.1 to 10% by weight of a tackifier.

Abstract: This invention provides a dispersing agent suitable for the production of an aqueous rosin emulsion which contains as an active ingredient a copolymer salt containing a certain oxyalkylene-containing monomer unit and a tertiary and/or quaternary nitrogen-containing monomer unit and a dispersing agent suited to the production of aqueous rosin emulsions which contains at least one member of units of quaternary nitrogen-containing monomer having a hydroxyl group, units of quaternary nitrogen-containing monomer having a vinylbenzyl group and units of quaternary nitrogen-containing monomer having a maleimide group and at least one member of hydrocarbon monomer units and (meth)acrylate ester monomer units.The invention further provides an aqueous rosin emulsion as prepared using the above dispersing agent and a sizing agent containing the emulsion as an active ingredient.

Abstract: A nonlinear transient overvoltage protection coating material and process for coating are disclosed herein. The viscous paintable material is for overvoltage protection and/or for use in detecting pressure externally applied to the material. A binder substance is combined with conductive particles and a solvent.

Abstract: Perylenetetracarboxylic diimides which contain a radical in the same molecule on one imide nitrogen which acts as an anion but contain a radical on the other imide nitrogen which acts as a cation, and on this basis form inner salts, are available by reaction of sulfo-containing alkylamines with perylenetetracarboxylic monoanhydride monoalkylaminoalkylimides or by reaction of alkylaminoalkylamines with perylenetetracarboxylic monoanhydride monosulfoalkylimides. As a result of their characteristic structural principle, these novel perylene compounds have excellent dispersing properties, in particular for pigments of the same chemical classes of compounds and can even be used themselves as pigments (colorants) depending on the substituent.

Abstract: Versatile coalescing agents for water-borne coating applications are disclosed. The coalescents comprise propoxylated propylene glycol tert-butyl ether and one or more organic solvents, particularly glycol ethers. These coalescents efficiently reduce minimum film-forming temperature, and also have a dramatically reduced tendency to swell resins compared with prior art coalescents.