Abstract: Color filter arrays containing one or more colors for liquid crystal displays and other optoelectronic devices are made by using a laser to ablate portions of a coating on either a colored or transparent substrate. Color filter materials are placed into the ablated openings and cured. The number of laser ablated openings in the coated substrate varies, depending on the quantity and types of colors desired.

Abstract: A method for modifying the plastic surface of an article adapted for contacting living tissue by the gamma or electron beam irradiation induced chemical graft coating thereon of:(1) a neutral or ionic water-soluble, hydrophilic vinylic monomer or salt thereof;(2) a mixture of at least two of said monomers, or(3) a mixture of (1) or (2) with up to about 50%, by weight, based on the total monomer weight, of a member selected from the group consisting of N-vinylpyrrolidone, 2-hydroxyethyl-methacrylate, and mixtures thereof; so as to form a hydrophilic graft polymer coating on the surface.

Abstract: Retroreflective appliques comprising a monolayer of retroreflective elements partially embedded in and protruding from the front surface of a binder layer and an optional layer of adhesive on the rear surface of the binder layer for securing the applique to a garment, wherein the binder layer comprises an electron-beam cured polymer selected from the group consisting of chlorosulfonated polyethylenes, ethylene copolymers comprising at least about 70 weight percent of polyethylene, and EPDM polymers.

Abstract: Polymer blends of non-crystalline mesomorphous polypropylene and a polymer compatible with such polypropylene and the method of making such polymer blends are provided. Such compatible polymer blends exhibit substantial maintenance of structural integrity after exposure to gamma irradiation and provide heat sealing properties, puncture resistance, and tear strength. Films, fibers, and other articles made from such blends may be used in various applications, including medical articles such as medical packaging films, ostomy pouches, and transdermal delivery patches, which may require sterilized storage prior to usage.

Abstract: Electrification is suppressed with a water-soluble electrification-suppressing film having an electron conductivity and comprising a polymer resin. A high electrification-suppressing effect which is also high in vacuum can be easily obtained by using the electrification-suppressing film with less contamination.

Abstract: Urethane oligomers having the formula:H.sub.2 C:CHCOORO[[COHNR'NHCO[O[CH.sub.2 ].sub.t CCH.sub.3 X].sub.m O].sub.n [CONHR'NHCOYR"Y].sub.p ].sub.q CONHR'NHCOOROCOCH:CH.sub.2(I)as well as process therefor are described. These oligomers are photocurable and useful as coatings and ink.

Abstract: This invention provides a method for providing a functionalized inner skin on the lumen-defining surface of a hollow tube using either a Newtonian coating fluid used in combination with a relatively non-Newtonian plug fluid, or a non-Newtonian coating fluid (optionally in combination with a more non-Newtonian plug fluid). This invention enables the facile provision of a functionalized inner skin on the lumen-defining surface of tubes previously deemed difficult to coat, e.g., tubes wherein the inner diameter varies along the length of the tubes, tubes having elliptical or irregular cross-sectional configurations, branched tubes, and tubes having lumens of small diameter, e.g. tubes useful in membrane applications. Preferably, the coating will be dried or crosslinked to promote sustained adhesion and/or to increase the functionality of the coating.

Abstract: Oil and water repellency is conferred upon porous substrates (10) by treatment with a solution of a monomer (16) of the formula: (C.sub.n E.sub.2n+1)(CH.sub.2).sub.x (CHR)OCOCH.dbd.CH.sub.2 where n is an integer; X is 0,1,2 or 3 and R is H or CH.sub.2 --OCOCH.dbd.CH.sub.2. The monomer is polymerized in situ upon the substrate to provide a conformal coating (16') which preserves the porous structure.