Abstract: The present disclosure provides multicoat systems exhibiting ultraviolet (UV) stability after ultraviolet exposure and moisture exposure. The systems comprise at least one primer (G), at least one pigmented coating (P) disposed on a surface of the primer, and at least one ultraviolet (UV) absorber which has an absorption maximum of at least 370 nm. The pigmented coating (P) may be comprised of two or more coatings (P1), (P2) to (Pn). The multicoat systems may also comprise a transparent coating material (T) to form a transparent coating (K). The present multicoat systems demonstrate ultraviolet stability, reduced delamination of the pigmented coat from the primer and are available in a variety of shades for use in the finishing, refinishing and coating of component parts. The present disclosure also provides for a process for producing the multicoat system, and provides for the use of the system.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pressure-sensitive adhesive tape for resin encapsulation in production of a resin encapsulation type semiconductor device, which includes a base material layer which does not have a glass transition temperature in a temperature region of 260° C. or lower and a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer laminated on the base material layer, and a method for producing a resin encapsulation type semiconductor device using the pressure-sensitive adhesive tape. The pressure-sensitive adhesive tape according to the present invention highly prevents resin leakage even under severe conditions as in MAP-QFN production process, does not affect certainty of wire bonding and has excellent peelability after resin encapsulation.

Abstract: A transparent flexible film and a method of manufacturing thereof. An inorganic layer is formed by coating ionized metal compound on a surface of a transparent substrate film and naturally cured so as to react with moisture in the air. Accordingly, the transparent flexible film for solar cell has low permeability rate of water and oxygen.

Abstract: There is provided an adhesive film, comprising: an insulator film; an adhesive layer formed on the insulator film; and an intermediate adhesive layer interposed between the insulator film and the adhesive layer, wherein the intermediate adhesive layer is made of a mixed resin composition of a copolyamide being a crystalline resin solvable in a non-halogen based organic solvent and having a melting point of 100° C. or more and 150° C. or less, and a non-crystalline resin, and the intermediate adhesive layer contains a non-halogen flame retardant by 100 pts.wt. or more and 250 pts.wt. or less with respect to 100 pts.wt. of the mixed resin composition.

Abstract: Provided are an adhesive composition with good storage stability, heat resistance, moisture resistance reliability, and adhesion properties; and a curl- and heat-resistant adhesive film and a wiring film using the adhesive composition. The adhesive composition contains 100 parts by weight of a phenoxy resin (A) having plural alcoholic hydroxyl groups in a side chain of the molecule thereof; 2 to 60 parts by weight of a polyfunctional isocyanate compound (B) having an isocyanate group and at least one functional group selected from vinyl, acrylate, and methacrylate groups in the molecule thereof; and 5 to 30 parts by weight of a maleimide compound (C) having plural maleimide groups in the molecule thereof or/and reaction product thereof, in which a total amount of the components (B) and (C) is from 7 to 60 parts by weight.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a semiconductor wafer of the present invention includes the steps of: obtaining a composite base by forming a base surface flattening layer having a surface RMS roughness of not more than 1.0 nm on a base; obtaining a composite substrate by attaching a semiconductor crystal layer to a side of the composite base where the base surface flattening layer is located; growing at least one semiconductor layer on the semiconductor crystal layer of the composite substrate; and obtaining the semiconductor wafer including the semiconductor crystal layer and the semiconductor layer by removing the base surface flattening layer by wet etching and thereby separating the semiconductor crystal layer from the base.

Abstract: Described are antifog films useful for packaging food, and more particularly to antifog films that can be used as lidding films in trays made of amorphous polyester. The films may include at least one base layer or film, such as a polyester film, and a heat seal layer. The antifog layer is coated on the heat seal layer. The heat seal layer allows the antifog coating to more strongly adhere to the antifog film. The heat seal layer may be an amorphous polyester layer.

Abstract: A method for protecting a flat display panel in which a resin film with adhesive agent is attached to a color filter glass substrate or an encapsulation glass of the flat display panel and the resin film attached flat display panel is cut into a plurality of cells to protect the flat display panel during a following manufacturing processes is provided.

Abstract: The waterborne coating composition herein is useful for promoting adhesion of paint to a component such as a plastic automobile part or accessory. The waterborne coating composition is particularly useful for promoting adhesion of paint to a thermoplastic polyolefin surface. The waterborne coating composition is prepared from a mixture comprising at least one chlorinated polyolefin resin and at least one urethane acrylic hybrid resin. The waterborne coating composition provides not only good adhesion of a paint to a thermoplastic polyolefin surface, but also provides good appearance. The waterborne coating composition is also compatible with a wide variety of paint systems and can be rapidly dried under ambient conditions.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a hardcoat film article comprising a cured hardcoat layer disposed on a release liner, and a thermoplastic layer on the cured hardcoat layer opposite the release liner. The thermoplastic layer has a thickness of at least about 25 micrometers. In other embodiment, the thermoplastic layer is opaque. The release liner comprising a release material formed by irradiating a release material precursor. Additionally, this application is directed to a method of forming a composite film comprising providing a release liner, coating a hardcoat composition onto the release liner to form a hardcoat layer, and curing the hardcoat layer to form a cured hardcoat layer. A thermoplastic layer is disposed onto the cured hardcoat layer to form a hardcoat composite film, and the hardcoat composite film is attached to an adhesive layer opposite the cured hardcoat layer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a radiant barrier including a first reflective layer, a second reflective layer and a support interposed therebetween. The reflective layers and the support essentially do not define a pocket. The support has sufficient rigidity such that, when bowed, said support develops an outward force that is sufficient to maintain the radiant barrier in an installed position, for example between roofing rafters.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a method comprises calendering an elastomeric material into an elastomeric layer having a thickness that is more uniform than the elastomeric material prior to the calendaring. After calendaring, the elastomeric layer is vulcanized to a composite shim comprising at least one reinforcement layer and at least one layer of adhesive.

Abstract: Provided are a multi-layered sheet, a backsheet for a photovolatic cell, a method of preparing the same and a photovoltaic module. The multi-layered sheet in which a resin layer including a fluorine-based resin has excellent durability and weather resistance, and also exhibits strong interfacial adhesion to a substrate or polymer coating layer is provided. When a drying process is performed at a low temperature in preparation of the multi-layered sheet, production cost can be reduced, producibility can be increased, and degradation in the quality of a product caused by thermal deformation or thermal shock can be prevented. Such a multi-layered sheet may be effectively used as a backsheet for various photovoltaic cells.

Abstract: A window for mobile device includes a first resin layer and a second resin layer. The first resin layer may include a transparent adhesive resin and a plurality of support members distributed on the transparent adhesive resin. The second resin layer is disposed on one side of the first resin layer and may include a hard transparent resin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a body with a substrate (1), an intermediate layer (2) applied on top thereof and a CVD diamond layer (3) applied to the intermediate layer. In order to propose a body coated with CVD diamond and a production process, in which the body has an increased load-bearing capacity under various mechanical loads, provision is made for the intermediate layer to be predominantly metallic, wherein the metal fraction of the intermediate layer consists predominantly of tungsten and/or chromium, and for the intermediate layer to have a roughness defined by an Rz value of 0.5 ?m-3.0 ?m.

Abstract: A double-faced pressure-sensitive adhesive sheet, including a first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, and a second pressure-sensitive adhesive layer provided on one side of the aforementioned first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer, wherein a primary component of the first pressure-sensitive adhesive layer is a two-part acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive (I), and a weight average molecular weight of the pertinent two-part acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive (I) is 150,000-800,000, and wherein a primary component of the second pressure-sensitive adhesive layer is a two-part acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive (II), and a weight average molecular weight of the pertinent two-part acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive (II) is 900,000-2,000,000.

Abstract: The present invention describes processes for coating substrates with a nanocomposite SiCON material. In addition, the present invention describes the dielectric nanocomposite coatings.

Abstract: The presently disclosed embodiments related generally to a layer that provides overall flatness to flexible imaging members and components for use in electrostatographic apparatuses. More particularly, the embodiments pertain to a flexible electrophotographic imaging member belt prepared to include an anti-curl back coating formulated to comprise a mechanically robust copolymer binder that does have enhanced wear resistance and improved imaging member curl control.

Abstract: An article suitable for outdoor construction applications is provided. The article includes an inner layer having a CPVC composition and an outer layer having a CPVC composition. An intermediate layer is sandwiched between the inner and outer layers. The intermediate layer is a PVC composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to an article made of coated glass, in particular an article comprising a glass sheet covered with an enamel coating. The glass article of the invention is resistant transport and handling, can be used in a twin application and can be tempered, i.e. can be heat-treated with a view to later tempering same. Specifically, the article of the invention includes: (i) at least one glass sheet; (ii) an enamel coating on at least one of the surfaces of the glass sheet; and (iii) at least one wax provided in and/or on said enamel coating.

Abstract: There is provided herein an intermediate transfer member. This intermediate transfer member includes a substrate layer. A surface layer is disposed on the substrate layer is disposed on the substrate layer and includes conductive particles having thereon a shell comprising a polyhedral oligomeric silsequioxane dispersed in a polymer. A method of manufacturing and intermediate transfer member is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for forming a composite coating on a substrate. The method comprises: (A) applying a first, waterborne coating composition to a surface of the substrate, the composition comprising: (a) a polymeric component containing acid functional groups and an additional, different functional group; (b) a curing agent having functional groups reactive with the additional functional groups on the polymeric component; and (c) microgel particles different from the curing agent, prepared from a diamine and an acid functional polyisocyanate, wherein the polyisocyanate contains an average of 0.75 acid functional groups per molecule and the wherein the polyisocyanate has at least three isocyanate functional groups, to form a substantially uncured first coating thereon; and (B) applying a second coating composition to the uncured first coating, to form a substantially uncured secondary coating thereon. Also provided are coated substrates prepared using the above method.

Abstract: A peelable light conversion luminescent film consisting of a substrate and a light conversion coating layer thereon is provided. The light conversion coating layer consists of a fluorescent material, a two-component silicone resin, a diluent and an adjuvant. The substrate is a fluorine-containing polyester film which can be easily peeled off from the light conversion coating layer when using the light conversion film. The fluorine-containing polyester film can function as a substrate and as a protective film. The fluorine-containing polyester film can be easily peeled off to avoid the deformation of light conversion coating layer. After the peeling off from the fluorine-containing polyester film, the light refraction is reduced and the luminescent efficiency is increased.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a low thermal-impedance insulated metal substrate has steps of providing an electrical-conductive metal layer; forming a first thermal-conductive polymeric composite layer on the electrical-conductive metal layer; forming a second thermal-conductive polymeric composite layer on the first thermal-conductive polymeric composite layer; and adhere a thermal-conductive metal layer on the second thermal-conductive polymeric composite layer by hot-pressing process. Therefore, the low thermal-impedance insulated metal substrate of the present invention has lower thermal-impedance, lower coefficient of thermal expansion and higher electrical reliability.

Abstract: Present embodiments provide for a polymer film with a reflective ratio equal to or above about 80%, comprising a white polyimide layer and a white adhesive layer disposed on a surface of the white polyimide layer The white adhesive layer including an adhesive agent and a white filler distributed in the adhesive agent. Present embodiments also provide for a lighting assembly that comprises a substrate, a lighting component disposed on the substrate, and a reflective surface formed by the polymer film.

Abstract: Described is a multi-layer film suitable as sealable or peelable sheet specially used for closing foodstuff containers. This multi-layer sheet includes a polymeric substrate layer and a seal or a peel-seal layer. Preferably, the film includes at least three main component layers, namely in order, a polymeric base layer for mechanical strength, an ethylene polymer-based adhesive layer, and a heat seal layer comprising an ethylene copolymer, such as ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer.

Abstract: Provided is a flexible and self-supporting insulating film including a base support layer and a partially cured poly(amide)imide layer applied to the base support layer. The composite insulating film may be used as slot liner to provide insulation to the components of the electric motor. The partially cured poly(amide)imide layer of the composite insulation film maybe further cured by the heat generated by the operation of the electric motor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a flexible metal laminate with low dielectric constant, which may be applied for a substrate for a flexible printed circuit. A flexible metal laminate according to one aspect of the invention includes a first metal layer; a first polyimide layer; a polyimide layer including fluoropolymer dispersed therein, formed on the first polyimide layer; and a second polyimide layer formed on the polyimide layer including fluoropolymer dispersed therein; wherein in the polyimider layer including dispersed fluoropolymer, the content of the fluoropolymer per unit volume is higher at 40 to 60% depth than at 5 to 10% depth of the total thickness from the surface of the polyimide layer.

Abstract: A decorative sheet contains a substrate having thereon at least a pattern layer, a homogeneous and uniform first surface protective layer covering the whole surface, and a second surface protective layer provided partly on the first surface protective layer. The first surface protective layer and the second surface protective layer each contain a curable resin composition having been crosslinked and cured, the first surface protective layer contains a matte agent, and the second surface protective layer contains synthetic resin beads having an average particle diameter of from 10 to 30 ?m and protruding above a resin layer constituting the second surface protective layer. A region of the second surface protective layer and a region of the first surface protective layer exposed on the outermost surface have a difference in glaze, and the difference in glaze is conformed to a pattern of the pattern layer.

Abstract: Substrates prone to heat distortion may be coated with a coating composition containing chlorinated polyolefin-modified acrylic latex emulsion, polyurethane dispersion, non-gelling self-crosslinking acrylic emulsion, and glycol-based solvent. The coating composition contains sufficient non-gelling self-crosslinking acrylic emulsion and glycol-based solvent so that a 0.1 mm wet thickness layer of the coating composition will form a tack-free film when heated at 65° C. for fifteen minutes, and the glycol-based solvent is selected so that the coating composition is shelf stable.

Abstract: A surface treatment for a protective plastic film and/or laminate is disclosed. Suitably, the surface treatment includes coating a major surface of the plastic film or laminate with a curable coating formulation wherein one or more of the coating ingredients are diffused or migrated at least partially into the plastic film or plastic laminate. The migration of coating ingredients creates a gradual transition layer from the plastic film to the coating layer and leads to unique properties. Optionally, the surface treated plastic film is laminated to a release liner coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) to form the aforementioned laminate.

Abstract: A tape is disclosed. The tape includes a metallic foil, an adhesive layer laminated on one surface of the metallic foil and a protective polymeric coating laminated on an opposing second surface of the metallic foil. The protective coating comprises an anti-corrosion agent. The protective coating shields the metallic foil from corrosion and other drawbacks that can occur by environmental exposure. The tape readily can be employed as a busbar tape in photovoltaic cells to provide a cost-effective substitute for the tin-coated copper currently used there.

Abstract: A developer carrying member having less environmental dependence is provided. The developer carrying member has a substrate and a resin layer, which resin layer contains an acrylic resin; the acrylic resin having a unit (1) represented by the following formula (1) and a unit (2) represented by the following formula (2). In the formula (1), R1 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, R2 represents an alkylene group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, and an asterisk * represents the part of linkage to the part shown by a double asterisk ** in the formula (2). In the formula (2), R3 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group; R4 represents an alkylene group having 1 to 4 carbon atom(s); R5, R6 and R7 each represent an alkyl group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms; A? represents an anion.

Abstract: A conductive adhesive tape includes a conductive layer; an adhesive layer formed at one side in the thickness direction of the conductive layer and containing an adhesive and a conductive filler; and a metal layer interposed between the conductive layer and the adhesive layer. The maximum resistance value in the first cycle measured in a heat cycle test is 0.1? or less, and the resistance value increase rate is 100% or less.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an optical bonding apparatus with multiple layer structure including a pressure sensitive bonding layer and a thermal flow pressure sensitive bonding layer. The thermal flow pressure sensitive bonding layer is used for bonding to a rough surface of an object and superposing on the pressure sensitive bonding layer.

Abstract: The invention relates to an impervious breathable film made of a composition that does not include polymers having polyether units and includes one or more polymers, at least one of which is an ethylene copolymer. Said impervious breathable film is moreover made of a comonomer, having the function of an acid or one of the derivatives thereof. In said impervious breathable film, the weight of comonomers, having the function of carboxylic acid or a derivative of said acid, is greater than or equal to 21 wt % in said copolymer. Said impervious film moreover relates to a slip additive. The film has a thickness of 2 to 30 ?m and preferably 5 to 24 ?m, for example, 10 to 20 ?m. The invention also relates to an impervious breathable structure, containing a fibrous material and said film, and moreover relates to a method for manufacturing said structure.

Abstract: Free standing articles or articles at least partially coated with substantially porosity free, fine-grained and/or amorphous Co-bearing metallic materials optionally containing solid particulates dispersed therein, are disclosed. The electrodeposited metallic layers and/or patches comprising Co provide, enhance or restore strength, wear and/or lubricity of substrates without reducing the fatigue performance compared to either uncoated or equivalent thickness chromium coated substrate. The fine-grained and/or amorphous metallic coatings comprising Co are particularly suited for articles exposed to thermal cycling, fatigue and other stresses and/or in applications requiring anti-microbial properties.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a thin biaxially oriented film excellent in dimensional stability against humidity change, as well as a magnetic recording medium and a film capacitor using the same. The present invention provides a single layered or laminated biaxially oriented film comprising an aromatic polyester (a) and a polyolefin (b) having a melting point of from 230 to 280° C., wherein the ratio of the polyolefin (b) is from 5 to 30% based on the entire weight of the film, and the film thickness is from 1 to 10 ?m.

Abstract: Producing a circuit board, by laminating, on a substrate, an adhesive film with a metal film, which comprises a water-soluble polymer release layer, a metal film layer and a curable resin composition layer, which are formed in this order on a support layer, and has a release property enabling detachment of said water-soluble polymer release layer from the support layer after curing of the curable resin composition layer, such that the curable resin composition layer contacts the substrate; curing the curable resin composition layer; detaching the support layer, and removing the water-soluble polymer release layer present on the metal film layer by dissolving the release layer in an aqueous solution, efficiently forms an insulating layer and a metal film layer superior in adhesiveness to the insulating layer and in uniformity.

Abstract: As an object of the present invention, to provide a polyolefin resin porous film fulfilling high continuity, excellent dimensional stability and shutdown function which closes the pores sensitively and completely in a temperature range of 120 to 140° C. without closing the pores at less than 120° C. The present invention relates to a polyolefin resin porous film having at least one layer each of a layer comprising as the main component a polypropylene resin composition (A) and a layer comprising as the main component a polyethylene resin composition (B) fulfilling the condition (i) the melting point of the polyethylene resin composition (B) is 130° C. or higher, and the condition (ii) the melt flow rate (MFR) of the polyethylene resin composition (B) is 2.0 to 15 g/10 minutes.

Abstract: A method for depositing a coating comprising a polymer and pharmaceutical agent on a substrate, comprising the following steps: discharging at least one pharmaceutical agent in a therapeutically desirable morphology in dry powder form through a first orifice; discharging at least one polymer in dry powder form through a second orifice; depositing the polymer and/or pharmaceutical particles onto said substrate, wherein an electrical potential is maintained between the substrate and the pharmaceutical and/or polymer particles, thereby forming said coating; and sintering said coating under conditions that do not substantially modify the morphology of said pharmaceutical agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adhesive composition, to an adhesive sheet, and to a touch panel. The present invention provides an adhesive composition, particularly an adhesive composition for a touch panel, which is prepared without using a low molecular weight polymer as an additive. The adhesive composition, the adhesive sheet, and the touch panel of the present invention exhibit superior heat resistance in a hardening process, a printed circuit board assembly process, or the like, and have superior physical properties such as optical characteristics, wettability, cuttability, workability, anti-curling properties, and durability.

Abstract: A sliding element, in particular a piston ring, preferably made of cast iron or steel, has a coating which has a plurality of layers of CrN (14) and a-C:H:Me coatings (16) alternately. In a method for coating the sliding element, in particular a piston ring, preferably made of cast iron or steel, a plurality of layers of CrN and a-C:H:Me coatings are applied alternately.

Abstract: Disclosed is an optical film having hardness and wipe-off resistance to solvents and capable of maintaining antistatic performance for a long period, and a method of producing the same. The optical film includes an optically-transparent substrate, and a hard coat layer having a thickness of 1 to 40 ?m on one side of the optically-transparent substrate. The hard coat layer includes an ionic liquid containing a cation and an anion, and a region between a depth of 50 nm and a depth of 700 nm from an interface of the hard coat layer on a side opposite to an optically-transparent substrate side has a peak of an abundance of the ionic liquid present in an area from the interface to the depth of 700 nm in a thickness direction of the hard coat layer.

Abstract: A laminate excellent in terms of surface hardness, impact resistance, punchability, and yellowing deterioration resistance and suitable for use as display covers and building materials is provided. A laminate characterized by laminating a layer of a polycarbonate resin which contains a structural unit derived from a dihydroxy compound having, as part of the structure thereof, a site represented by the following formula (1) (layer A) to a layer of an aromatic polycarbonate resin (layer B). [Chem. 1] ?CH2—O ???(1) (The case where the site represented by the above formula (1) is part of —CH2—O—H is omitted.

Abstract: A protective drainage wrap includes a mesh and a coating applied to the mesh. The coating is applied to the mesh to form a plurality of interstices, the interstices being configured to facilitate transfer of water vapor therethrough. The mesh includes material extending in a first direction and in a second direction. The material in the first direction includes a polyolefin, polyester, nylon or combinations thereof and has a first thickness. The material in the second direction includes a polyolefin, polyester, nylon or combinations thereof and has a second thickness. The second thickness is at least about twice the first thickness so as to assist in providing drainage for moisture build-up. The material in the second direction can be yarn. The coating includes a polyolefin, polyester, nylon or combinations thereof. A process for the preparation of the protective drainage wrap is provided.

Abstract: A method of growing carbon nanomaterials on a substrate wherein the substrate is exposed to an oxidizing gas; a seed material is deposited on the substrate to form a receptor for a catalyst on the surface of said substrate; a catalyst is deposited on the seed material by exposing the receptor on the surface of the substrate to a vapor of the catalyst; and substrate is subjected to chemical vapor deposition in a carbon containing gas to grow carbon nanomaterial on the substrate.

Abstract: Method for installing a thermo-optical patch on an outer satellite wall; the patch consists of a metal sheet that includes a coat of electrically conductive adhesive on one of its sides and a coat of paint with predefined thermo-optical properties on its other side. A satellite that includes a patch applied to an outer side of a wall of the satellite is also described.

Abstract: The invention relates to a substrate comprising a layer of crystalline triazine with a protective compound having a retention of oxygen barrier at 85% RH of about 50% or better. The protective compound preferably contains an azine-formaldehyde or phenol-formaldehyde resin, preferably with an hydroxy-functional polymer, and is cured.

Abstract: Structures and manufacturing processes of an ACF array and more particularly a non-random array of microcavities of predetermined configuration, shape and dimension. The manufacturing process includes fluidic filling of conductive particles surface-treated with a coupling agent onto a substrate or carrier web comprising a predetermined array of microcavities. The thus prepared filled conductive microcavity array is then over-coated or laminated with an adhesive film, the conductive particles are transferred to the adhesive film such that they are only partially embedded in the film.