Abstract: Provided is an electrolyte additive including a salt of an anion represented by Chemical Formula 1 below, with Cs+ or Rb+: wherein A is O or S, and R1 and R2 are each independently a C1-C10 alkyl group in which all or some of the hydrogen atoms are substituted with halogen atoms.

Abstract: A polyester resin composition having excellent hydrolysis resistance and excellent transparency and a method of producing the same are provided. There is provided a polyester resin composition comprising a polyester resin that is obtained from a dicarboxylic acid or an ester-forming derivative thereof and a diol as main raw material; and a copper-containing compound and a chelate ligand compound having a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structure or a tertiary amine structure that are mixed with the polyester resin.

Abstract: High green strength reactive hot melt adhesives are prepared using silane-functional liquid polymers. The adhesive are formulated using a silane-reactive polymer or, alternatively, a non-silane-reactive polymer together with a compatible tackifier.

Abstract: A pigment dispersion includes a pigment, a dispersing agent, a viscosity reducing compound and solvent. The dispersing agent includes a block acrylic compound or a graft acrylic compound.

Abstract: A dielectric material is provided. The dielectric material includes at least one layer of a substantially continuous phase material. The material is selected from the group consisting of an organic, organometallic, or combination thereof in which the substantially continuous phase material has delocalized electrons.

Abstract: A thermoplastic resin composition includes 100 parts by weight of a thermoplastic resin (a) that is a liquid crystalline polyester and/or a polyphenylene sulfide; and 0.001 to 10 parts by weight of a metal complex (b) having a monodentate or a bidentate ligand; and at least one metal and/or its salt selected from the group consisting of copper, zinc, nickel, manganese, cobalt, chromium and tin.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the manufacture of a modified polyalkylene terephthalate such as modified polybutylene terephthalate. In particular, the process comprises employing a titanium-containing catalyst formed by the reaction product of tetraalkyl titanate and a complexing agent comprising a phosphorous, nitrogen or boron atom. The process is used to prepare modified polyalkylene terephthalates characterized by improved hydrostability, as well as compositions derived therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to construction materials comprising at least one binder, at least one oil-containing filler and at least one metallate additive according to formula (1): (RO)m-M-(Oa—Xb—R?c—Yd)n??(1) wherein M is one of titanium and zirconium. The present invention also relates to methods of preparing and using the inventive construction materials. The inventive construction material compositions are capable of utilizing oil-containing fillers in which the oil is stable in the final composition and the desired mechanical properties of the construction material are maintained or improved.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an anti-reflection film, the method forming a multi-layer structure with different refractive indices from a coating composition in which the following (A) to (F) components are mixed. (A) Fluorine-containing polymer including a fluorine-containing hydrocarbon structure and a constituent unit derived from a compound having at least one group selected from a polyalkylene oxide group and a basic functional group, (B) Low refractive index inorganic fine particles which are not surface-modified or low refractive index inorganic fine particles which are surface-treated with a silane coupling agent having the molecular weight of 600 or less, (C) A curable binder containing no fluorine atoms in the molecule, (D) A solvent, (E) A polyfunctional fluorine-containing curable compound, and (F) High refractive index inorganic fine particles treated with a specific surface modifying agent.

Abstract: Adsorptive ultra-fine metal particles having a bond between an organic acid component and a metal, and exhibiting an infrared absorption peak derived from the bond between the organic acid component and the metal near 1518 cm?1. The adsorptive ultra-fine metal particles are capable of exhibiting excellent deodorizing property and VOC-adsorbing property without impairing properties and formability of the resin. The invention is further concerned to an adsorptive resin composition and an adsorptive coating material containing the adsorptive ultra-fine metal particles and are capable of forming shaped resin articles or coatings.

Abstract: A metal particle dispersion structure characteristically comprising (B) 0.005 to 100 weight parts of metal nanoparticles dispersed in (A) 100 weight parts of polymerized polymer, wherein the metal nanoparticles are metal particles obtained by mixing (b1) organohydrogenpolysiloxane and (b2) at least one metal compound which is soluble in component (b3) to uniformity in (b3) cyclic or chain dimethylpolysiloxane or at least one organic solvent.

Abstract: A durable substrate coating and a process of making include a resin master batch. The resin master batch can include ethylene propylene diene with a polymethylene backbone, mineral spirits, fillers, a de-tackifier, a curative, an activator component, and a metal dryer. The process can include adding the mineral spirits to: the ethylene propylene diene, a plasticizer, and the de-tackifier, and blending to form a solution. The process can include adding the fillers, a light stabilizer, a rheology modifier, and a pigment to the solution, forming a first mixture. The process can include adding another rheology modifier, another light stabilizer, an antioxidant, and a curative to the first mixture, forming a second mixture. The process can include mixing the second mixture to homogenously disperse each ingredient while maintaining a temperature of 60 degrees Celsius to prevent the mineral spirits from flashing.

Abstract: There is provided a moisture-reactive composition comprising a moisture-reactive organometallic compound, and a polymer having a carboxyl group at the end of a main chain or a side chain. A moisture-absorbing film formed of the moisture-reactive composition is also provided. An organic electroluminescent device comprising the moisture-reactive composition is also provided wherein a laminate is formed by interposing an organic luminescent material layer made of an organic material between a pair of electrodes facing each other, and a structure shields the laminate from the outside air, and drying means are arranged in the structure, wherein the drying means is formed of the moisture-reactive composition.

Abstract: Provided are an insulated ultrafine powder obtained by adding liquid metal alkoxide to a methanol-containing organic solvent in which a conductive ultrafine powder comprising a carbon material is dispersed and further adding water thereto and a method for producing the same. Also, provided are an insulated ultrafine powder obtained by adding liquid metal alkoxide to a methanol-containing organic solvent in which a conductive ultrafine powder comprising a carbon material is dispersed, further adding a coupling agent having an alkoxide group and then adding water thereto and a method for producing the same. Further, provided is a high dielectric constant resin composite material obtained by blending the insulated ultrafine powder of the present invention with a resin in a volume ratio (insulated ultrafine powder/resin) falling in a range of 5/95 to 50/50.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to compositions comprising a benzoxazine resin and an advancement resin based on bisphenol A diglycidyl ether and bisphenol S and, optionally, ferrocene and aluminium trihydrate. Such compositions are, when cured to form polymeric networks, difficultly inflammable and resistant to high temperatures. Such compositions may especially be used in the production of printed wiring boards.

Abstract: A fluorinated dicarbonyl fluoride FOCCF(CF3)[OCF2CF(CF3)]lOCF2CF2O[CF(CF3)CF2O]mCF(CF3)COF (l+m is 30-130) is reacted with an aromatic amine XC6H4NHR1 (R1 is H, alkyl, or phenyl and X is I or Br) to obtain a fluorinated polyether compound of the following formula. The compound obtained is mixed with an aromatic boric ester, an organopalladium compound, and a basic inorganic or organic compound (and organophosphorus compound) to form a curable fluorinated polyether composition. This curable fluorinated polyether composition has satisfactory processability including moderate flowability at room temperature. It is applicable to various molding techniques including injection molding and RIM.

Abstract: Process for preparing an aqueous polymer dispersion by polymerizing at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer B in an aqueous medium in the presence of polymer particles A and at least one dispersant.

Abstract: Compostable hydrocarbon polymers, composites, and articles anaerobically biodegrade in landfills in a relatively short time. Composite polymeric articles and sheets such as indoor or outdoor signs, billboards, banners, images, protective barriers, backdrops and wall coverings have very useful service durations and yet are landfill biodegradable.

Abstract: The invention provides surface coating compositions comprising a preservative comprising 9-decenoic acid, salts of 9-decenoic acid, esters of 9-decenoic acid, or combinations thereof. The surface coating compositions may be water-based coatings (e.g., a latex paint) or solvent-based coatings (e.g., a solvent-based paint). The surface coating compositions may be paints, stains, varnishes, concrete coatings, anti-graffiti coatings, and the like. Methods for protecting a surface coating composition from in-can spoilage and protecting a coating of the surface coating composition from deterioration by the action of microorganisms are also described.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of: providing a mixture of a polymer or a resin and a transition metal compound, producing a fiber from the mixture, and heating the fiber under conditions effective to form a carbon nanotube-containing carbonaceous fiber. The polymer or resin is an aromatic polymer or a precursor thereof and the mixture is a neat mixture or is combined with a solvent. Also disclosed are a carbonaceous fiber or carbonaceous nanofiber sheet having at least 15 wt. % carbon nanotubes, a fiber or nanofiber sheet having the a polymer or a resin and the transition metal compound, and a fiber or nanofiber sheet having an aromatic polymer and metal nanoparticles.

Abstract: Compositions of vinyl acetate polymers such as polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) are rendered compostable by a monomeric adduct of an organotitanate or zirconate as a prodegradant. PVAc sheets and composites are compostable in landfills.

Abstract: This invention relates to a tire with a tread of a rubber composition which contains zinc rosinate within and on the surface of said rubber composition. Said zinc rosinate promotes enhanced wet traction for said tire tread by actually replacing a more conventional zinc stearate for a tire tread rubber composition. Said zinc rosinate is a product of a combination of rosin acid and zinc oxide formed in situ within said rubber composition. Said more conventional zinc stearate is a product of a combination of stearic acid and zinc oxide formed in situ within a tread rubber composition.

Abstract: Compositions of vinyl halide polymers such as PVC are rendered compostable by a prodegradant system of a monomeric adduct of an organotitanate or zirconate and an organotin. PVC sheets and composites are compostable in landfills.

Abstract: Polymer blends are disclosed that comprise one or more unsaturated olefinic homopolymers or copolymers having at least one functionality capable of entering into condensation reactions; one or more polyamide homopolymers or copolymers; one or more polyethylene terephthalate homopolymers or copolymers obtained using a catalyst system comprising antimony atoms; and one or more transition metal atoms. The inventive blends are useful for packaging, and exhibit improved oxygen-scavenging activity and lower haze compared with blends made using polyethylene terephthalate polymers prepared with antimony catalyst and either the olefinic or the polyamide homopolymers or copolymers, individually.

Abstract: The gas barrier layered product of the present invention includes a base and a gas barrier layer stacked on the base. The gas barrier layer is formed of a composition that includes the hydrolyzed condensate of at least one type of compound (L) containing a hydrolyzable characteristic group, and a polymer (X) containing at least one functional group selected from a carboxyl group and a carboxylic acid anhydride group. At least part of —COO— group contained in the functional group of the polymer (X) is neutralized and/or reacted with a compound (P) containing at least two amino groups. At least part of the —COO— group of the polymer (X) is neutralized with a metal ion having a valence of at least two. The ratio of [the equivalent amount of the amino groups contained in the compound (P)]/[the equivalent amount of the —COO— group of the polymer (X)] is in the range of 0.2/100 to 20.0/100.

Abstract: The gas barrier layered product of the present invention includes a base and a gas barrier layer. The gas barrier layer is formed of a composition that includes a hydrolyzed condensate of a compound (L) and a neutralized product of a polymer (X) containing a carboxyl group or a carboxylic acid anhydride group. The compound (L) includes a specific compound (A) that contains M1 (Al, Ti, or Zr) to which a hydrolyzable characteristic group is bonded and a specific compound (B) that contains Si to which a hydrolyzable characteristic group is bonded. At least part of —COO— group of the polymer (X) is neutralized with a metal ion having a valence of at least two. At least 80 mol % of the compound (B) is a compound expressed by a specific formula. The ratio of [the number of moles of M1 in the compound (A)]/[the number of moles Si in the compound (B)] is in the range of 0.1/99.9 to 30.0/70.0.

Abstract: A silicone-type pressure-sensitive adhesive composition comprising (A) 100 weight parts of organopolysiloxane condensation reaction product that has at least two alkenyl groups and that is yielded by a condensation reaction between (a) hydroxyl-functional diorganopolysiloxane and (b) organopolysiloxane resin, (B) organohydrogenpolysiloxane having at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in the molecule, in an amount sufficient to provide from 1 to 200 silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms with reference to all the alkenyl groups in the composition, (C) an organotitanium compound, at from 0.1 to 20 weight parts, and (D) a platinum catalyst in a catalytic quantity.

Abstract: Provided is a chromium-free, low-temperature curable, metal-surface treatment composition comprising 5 to 30 parts by weight of a silane compound having an epoxy group and a silane compound having an amino group or a hydrolytic condensate thereof; 0.1 to 5 parts by weight of a vanadium compound; 0.1 to 5 parts by weight of a magnesium compound; 1 to 10 parts by weight of organic/inorganic acids; 0.05 to 2 parts by weight of a crosslinking accelerating and coupling agent; 0.01 to 1 part by weight of an antifoaming agent; 1 to 2 parts by weight of a wetting agent; and the balance of water and ethanol, based on 100 parts by weight of the total solution. In addition, a steel sheet coated with the metal-surface treatment composition of the present invention is low-temperature curable and is capable of securing anticorrosiveness even without containing chromium components.

Abstract: [Problem] Provided are a nonadhesive polyurethane composition, which does not adhere to a molding apparatus and the like, is superior in melt-moldability and adhesion to silicone, and useful as a molded object, a composite molded object or an ink binder, and a molded object, a composite molded object, an ink binder and an ink composition, which are made therefrom. [Solving Means] A polyurethane composition containing polyurethane (A) containing, in a molecule, a structural unit (I) represented by the following formula (I); wherein R1 and R2 are each a hydrogen atom or a C1-6 alkyl group, in a proportion of 0.1-20 mass %, and metal compound (B) selected from an organic Zn compound, an organic Bi compound, an organic Ti compound and an organic Zr compound in a proportion of 0.

Abstract: Novel compositions and methods of using those compositions to form metal oxide films or coatings are provided. The compositions comprise an organometallic oligomer and an organic polymer or oligomer dispersed or dissolved in a solvent system. The compositions have long shelf lives and can be prepared by easy and reliable preparation procedures. The compositions can be cured to cause conversion of the composition into films of metal oxide interdispersed with organic polymer or oligomer. The cured films have high refractive indices, high optical clarities, and good mechanical stabilities at film thicknesses of greater than about 1 ?m.

Abstract: This is to provide a sealing agent for a display element which shows not only good elasticity, adhesiveness and durability which are characteristic features of the polyorganosiloxane, but also low moisture permeability after curing. It is a sealing agent for a display element comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a linear polyorganosiloxane represented by the formula (I); (B) a polyorganohydrogen siloxane having hydrogen atoms bonded to a silicon atom in a number of exceeding 2 in the molecule in an amount where a number of hydrogen atoms bonded to a silicon atom per one alkenyl group existing in (A) being 0.5 to 10.0; (C) a compound of a platinum group metal in an amount where a platinum group metal atom being contained with 0.1 to 1,000 ppm by weight based on the amount of (A); and (D) 20 to 200 parts by weight of mica powder.

Abstract: Described are non-aqueous dispersions of photosensitive polymeric microparticles, comprising: a) an organic continuous phase comprising an organic solvent; and b) photosensitive polymeric microparticles dispersed in the organic continuous phase. The microparticles comprise an at least partially polymerized component having integral surface and interior domains, wherein the surface domain comprises a polymeric material that is solubilized by the organic solvent, the interior domain comprises a polymeric material that is insoluble in the organic solvent, and the surface domain and/or interior domain is photosensitive. Also described are methods of producing such non-aqueous dispersions, curable film-forming compositions containing them, and photosensitive coated substrates.

Abstract: Provided herein are mixtures, emulsions and other additives for use in manufacturing gypsum wallboard. The mixtures and emulsions may be wax-based emulsions or wax-free mixtures or emulsions, with wax-based emulsions including water, at least one wax, a dispersant which may include sulfur or a sulfur-containing group, and an additive comprising an organic titanium compound or organic zirconium compound. Mixtures may also be prepared including water, a dispersant; and an additive comprising an organic titanium compound or organic zirconium compound. Gypsum slurries may be prepared using such emulsions and mixtures and/or through addition of an organic titanium compound or organic zirconium compound.

Abstract: Compositions comprising, based on the weight of the composition: A. Less than 50 wt % of a propylene-ethylene copolymer comprising between 8 and 20 wt % of units derived from ethylene, based on the total weight of the copolymer; B. At least 50 wt % of a filler; and C. Between greater than zero and 1 wt % of a titanate compound. The propylene-ethylene copolymer typically has a low crystallinity of between greater than zero and 35%, and the filler is typically an inorganic material such as aluminum trihydrate and/or calcium carbonate. Mono-alkoxy-titanate is representative of the titanate compounds that can be used in this invention.

Abstract: The maximum luminous efficiency of organic light-emitting materials is increased through spin-dependent processing. The technique is applicable to all electro-luminescent processes in which light is produced by singlet exciton decay, and all devices which use such effects, including LEDs, super-radiant devices, amplified stimulated emission devices, lasers, other optical microcavity devices, electrically pumped optical amplifiers, and phosphorescence (Ph) based light emitting devices. In preferred embodiments, the emissive material is doped with an impurity, or otherwise modified, to increase the spin-lattice relaxation rate (i.e., decrease the spin-lattice time), and hence raise the efficiency of the device. The material may be a polymer, oligomer, small molecule, single crystal, molecular crystal, or fullerene. The impurity is preferably a magnetic or paramagnetic substance.

Abstract: Adsorptive ultra-fine metal particles having a bond between an organic acid component and a metal, and exhibiting an infrared absorption peak derived from the bond between the organic acid component and the metal near 1518 cm?1. The adsorptive ultra-fine metal particles are capable of exhibiting excellent deodorizing property and VOC-adsorbing property without impairing properties and formability of the resin. The invention is further concerned to an adsorptive resin composition and an adsorptive coating material containing the adsorptive ultra-fine metal particles and are capable of forming shaped resin articles or coatings.

Abstract: There is provided a moisture-reactive composition comprising a moisture-reactive organometallic compound, and a polymer having a carboxyl group at the end of a main chain or a side chain. A moisture-absorbing film formed of the moisture-reactive composition is also provided. An organic electroluminescent device comprising the moisture-reactive composition is also provided wherein a laminate is formed by interposing an organic luminescent material layer made of an organic material between a pair of electrodes facing each other, and a structure shields the laminate from the outside air, and drying means are arranged in the structure, wherein the drying means is formed of the moisture-reactive composition.

Abstract: An electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding material includes a matrix of a dielectric or partially conducting polymer, such as foamed polystyrene, with carbon nanotubes or other nanostructures dispersed therein in sufficient concentration to make the material electrically conducting. The composite is formed by dispersing the nanotube material in a solvent in which the dielectric or partially conducting polymer is soluble and mixing the resulting suspension with the dielectric or partially conducting polymer. A foaming agent can be added to produce a lightweight foamed material. An organometallic compound can be added to enhance the conductivity further by decomposition into a metal phase.

Abstract: Computer devices (10) that are resistant to contamination by microbes are provided. The device (such as a keyboard (10), mouse or other computer device) is treated or manufactured with a photosensitizer compound that is activated by electromagnetic radiation (16) to provide an antimicrobial effect. One or more light sources (14; 19) may be utilized to activate the photosensitizer compound and these may be incorporated inside or outside of the computer device (10). A laptop computer in which the electro-magnetic radiation is provided by the display screen (30) so as to provide an antimicrobial effect to the keyboard (13) is described.

Abstract: The invention provides a single phase, essentially solvent-free polymerizable liquid composition comprising a polymerizable liquid with dissolved therein an organogroup 4, 5 or 6 compound selected from the group consisting of organolead, organophosphorus, organoarsenic, organoantimony, organobismuth and organselenium compounds, said position being polymerizable under the action of an externally applied influence.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a catalyst composition for producing polyethylene terephthalate from terephthalic acid and ethylene glycol, comprising: (i) an antimony compound, being present such that the elemental antimony is in a range of about 15 ppm to less than 150 ppm; (ii) a zinc compound, being present such that the elemental zinc is in a range of about 40 to about 160 ppm; as well as a process for the preparation thereof.

Abstract: The specification claims the unexpected result that copper containing compounds can be used to impart thermal stability to a polyester polyamide mixture, when the mixture contains an ionic compatibilizer such as sulfoisophthalic acid.

Abstract: Combination of additives suitable for use in production or preparation of thermoplastics comprising at least one metal comprising compound i) and at least one compound ii) chosen among compounds which wholly or partially can be manufactured by condensation of one or more alcohols and compounds which wholly or partially can be manufactured by ring-opening addition of heterocyclic organic compounds comprising at least one oxygen atom. Furthermore the invention concerns a method for changing properties of thermoplastics using such a combination as well as the resulting thermoplastics and products based on such thermoplastics.

Abstract: A method of making a crosslinked polyimide membrane is described. A monoesterified membrane is formed from a monoesterified polyimide polymer. The monoesterified membrane is subjected to transesterification conditions to form a crosslinked membrane. The monoesterified membrane is incorporated with an organic titanate catalyst before or after formation of the monoesterified membrane. A crosslinked polyimide membrane made using the aforementioned method and a method of using the membrane to separate fluids in a fluid mixture, such as methane and carbon dioxide, are also disclosed.

Abstract: An adhesive rubber composition having improved strength at break containing 100 parts by weight of a rubber component and 0.1 to 3 parts by weight of a metal acetylacetonate having an average particle size of 50 ?m or less.

Abstract: An agricultural article made of a composition containing (a) an organic polymer, and (b-I) a polyacrylic acid sodium salt or a sodium salt of ethylene/methacrylic acid copolymer, and (b-II) manganese stearate.

Abstract: A readily-adhesive polyester film for optical applications that suppresses rainbow reflections under fluorescent lamps and has excellent adhesion to a hard coating layer and exhibits excellent adhesion at high temperatures and high humidities (resistance to humidity and heat) includes a biaxially-stretched polyester film and a coating layer that is stacked on at least one side of the polyester film and produced by applying to at least one side of the polyester film an aqueous coating liquid containing a resin composition including (A) an aqueous polyester resin and (B) at least one compound that is a water-soluble titanium chelate compound, a water-soluble titanium acylate compound, a water-soluble zirconium chelate compound or a water-soluble zirconium acylate compound as main components. The mixing ratio (A)/(B) is from 10/90 to 95/5 by weight. After that the coating is dried and then stretched in at least one direction.

Abstract: An optical film comprising a transparent film, and, on the film, at least one layer formed by applying a composition comprising a titanium compound and/or a zirconium compound and a vinyl alcohol-based resin to a surface is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a self-lubricating organic-silicone rubber material and its preparation process. The self-lubricating organic-silicone rubber material comprises organic-silicone rubber, self-lubricating additive, filler and vulcanizing agent, and optionally, release agent and pigment. The self-lubricating organic-silicone rubber material of the present invention can be used in various glass-cleaning appliances, especially the screen wiper of vehicles.

Abstract: This invention provided a high-build, self-polishing marine antifouling paint which affords a coated film having antifouling properties for a long period of time. The paint binder which is a fiber reinforced aldehyde resin comprises two synergistically acting components, Component A and Component B. Component A an aluminium di-sec-alkoxide ace-toacetic ester chelate is represented by the following formula (1): (R1O)2—Al—(CH3—CO—CH2—CO—O—R2) wherein R1 represents an sec.-alkyl group having 3 to 10 carbon atoms, or a cycloalkyl group; and R2 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, or a cycloalkyl group. Component B a monoalkoxy organo-titanate0IV is represented by the following formula (II): R3—O—Ti(—X)3 wherein R3 is a monovalent organic group having from 2 to 30 carbon atoms or a substituted derivative thereof X in the above formulae independently represents an acylate group, a sulfonic acid reside, a phosphoric acid residue or a pyrophosphoric ester residue, or a mixture thereof.