Abstract: A photoluminescent material is prepared by preparing a gel from a solution of the resin in a solvent, and pyrolyzing the resin gel in oxygen by heating the gel to a temperature above approximately 400° C. for about two hours.

Abstract: Rubber compositions for footwear, conveyor belt covers, rolls, hoses, cables, rubberized fabrics, and grips containing (A) an elastomer, (B) 5 to 150 parts by weight of a filler, and (C) a polysiloxane represented by the formula (I): wherein R1, R2, R3, m, and n are as defined in the specification, having an average degree of polymerization of 3 to 1000 in a specific ratio with respect to the filler (B) and footwear, conveyor belt covers, rolls, hoses, cables, rubberized fabrics, and grips comprising these rubber compositions.

Abstract: A condensation curable coating composition comprises the following and any reaction product thereof: (A) a room temperature vulcanizable polyorganosiloxane composition; and (B) a marine foul release-enhancing proportion of at least one organic compatible silicone fluid free from silanol groups and being capable of blooming to the surface of a cured product of component A.

Abstract: A silicone gel composition, (A) 100 parts by weight of a first polydiorganosiloxane containing an average of at least two silicon-bonded alkenyl groups per molecule and having a viscosity of from 0.2 to 10 Pa·s at 25° C.; (B) at least about 0.5 part by weight of a second polydiorganosiloxane containing an average of at least two silicon-bonded alkenyl groups per molecule, wherein the second polydiorganosiloxane has a viscosity at 25° C. of at least four times the viscosity of the first polydiorganosiloxane at 25° C.; (C) an organohydrogensiloxane having the average formula R7Si(SiOR82H)3 wherein R7 is an alkyl group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms or aryl, R8 is an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, in an amount sufficient to provide from 0.1 to 1.5 silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms per alkenyl group in components (A) and (B) combined; and (D) a hydrosilylation catalyst in an amount sufficient to cure the composition.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a method for enabling the formation of a high damping composition. The method includes mixing a centipede polymer, i.e., a poly(disubstituted ethylene-co-maleimide) polymer, and plasticizers or extenders within a non-vulcanized thermoplastic elastomer to form a relatively high damping gel composition.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process which comprises incorporating into an ink jet printing apparatus an ink composition which comprises water, a colorant, and a polymer of the formula ##STR1## wherein m, n, x, and y are each integers representing the number of repeat monomer units, and wherein the ratio of x:y is from about 10:90 to about 90:10, and causing droplets of the ink to be ejected in an imagewise pattern onto a recording sheet.

Abstract: A silicone composition for preparing a silicone pressure sensitive adhesive, the composition comprising (A) 20 to 55 parts by weight of a polydiorganosiloxane containing an average of at least two silicon-bonded alkenyl groups per molecule; (B) 45 to 80 parts by weight of an organopolysiloxane resin comprising R.sup.3.sub.3 SiO.sub.1/2 units and SiO.sub.4/2 units wherein each R.sup.3 is independently selected from the group consisting of monovalent hydrocarbon and monovalent halogenated hydrocarbon groups, the mole ratio of R.sup.3.sub.3 SiO.sub.1/2 units to SiO.sub.4/2 units is from 0.6:1 to 1.

Abstract: An ink-jet recording sheet is provided with at least one ink-receiving layer on at least one side of a base material sheet. A resin component which constitutes the ink-receiving layer comprises a hydrophilic resin containing hydrolyzable silyl groups in a molecule thereof, a hydrophilic resin containing hydrolyzable silyl groups and tertiary amino groups in a molecule thereof, or a hydrophilic resin containing hydrolyzable silyl groups, tertiary amino groups and polysiloxane segments in a molecule thereof. A coating formulation suitable in use for the production of the ink-jet recording sheet is also disclosed.

Abstract: Anti-fouling coatings comprise a room temperature vulcanizable polyorganosiloxane composition and a polyorganosiloxane free from silanol groups and comprising at least one hydroxy- or alkoxy-terminated polyoxyalkylenealkyl radical. The latter is capable of blooming to the surface of the cured room temperature vulcanizable composition, thus inhibiting the deposition of marine life on the coated article.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a curable resin composition for use in water-based coating materials which includes as essential components an emulsion polymer (A) containing tertiary amino groups obtained by carrying out emulsion polymerization of a vinyl monomer containing a tertiary amino group with another copolymerizable vinyl monomer in a water-based medium, and a compound (B) containing, at least, an epoxy group and a hydrolyzable silyl group, with this composition preferably also including a water-based compound (C) obtained by adding a neutralizing agent to a vinyl polymer (I) containing acidic groups and/or tertiary amino groups so as to neutralize at least 10% of the acidic groups and/or the tertiary amino groups, and then dispersing or dissolving in water, and/or a compound (D), which is not included in compound (B), and contains hydrolyzable silyl group and/or a silanol group.

Abstract: Organopolysiloxane particles consist of a single molecule, are crosslinked, and contain metal atoms in the zero valent oxidation state, the metal atoms in each case being in intermetallic interaction with at least one further metal atom in the zero valent oxidation state, have an average diameter of 5 to 200 nm and are soluble to the extent of at least 0.1% by weight in at least one organic solvent chosen from the group consisting of methylene chloride, pentane, acetone, toluene and ethanol, at least 80% of the particles having a diameter which deviates from the average diameter by not more than 30%.

Abstract: A non-aqueous silicone emulsion containing a silicone phase and an organic phase is useful as a component in various personal care compositions. The silicone phase contains a crosslinked silicone elastomer and a low molecular weight silicone fluid and the organic phase contains an organic liquid.

Abstract: Silicone contact adhesives comprising a high viscosity substantially linear polyorganosiloxane, an MQ resin, a coupling agent and solvent, method of making and method of using are disclosed. This composition is neither hydrosilation nor peroxide cured.

Abstract: A composition comprising:(i) a mixture of about 40 to about 80 percent by weight of a copolymer of ethylene and an alpha-olefin having a melt index in the range of about 0.1 to about 10 grams per 10 minutes and a density in the range of 0.870 to 0.930 gram per cubic centimeter and about 20 to about 60 percent by weight of a copolymer of ethylene and ethyl acrylate having a melt index in the range of about 0.1 to about 50 grams per 10 minutes and an ethyl acrylate content in the range of about 10 to about 40 percent by weight, and for each 100 parts by weight of said mixture,(ii) about 30 to about 150 parts by weight of a mixture of talc and calcium carbonate wherein the weight ratio of talc to calcium carbonate is in the range of about 0.3:1 to about 1.2:1; and(iii) about 1 to about 20 parts by weight of an organopolysiloxane having a kinematic viscosity in the range of about 0.06 to about 2 meters per second as measured at 23 degrees C.

Abstract: Polysiloxane sheet or tube polymers having pendant siloxane groups are prepared by contacting sheet or tube silicates with halogen endblocked halosiloxanes represented by the formula: ##STR1## where X is chlorine, fluorine, bromine, or iodine; R1 to R7 are alkyl groups with 1-6 carbon atoms, aryl groups, alkaryl groups, or aralkyl groups; in which one of the groups R1, R4, and R5 can additionally represent X; and n has a value of 2 to about 20.

Abstract: The aqueous compositions for rendering absorbent materials oil-repellent and water-repellent consist essentially of(A) an organosilicon compound,(A1) a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 -alkyl-C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkoxysilane,(A2) an organopolysiloxane containing C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkoxy groups and optionally groups selected from hydroxyl groups and C.sub.1 -C.sub.30 hydrocarbon groups which optionally contain basic nitrogen, or mixtures of (A1) and (A2),(B) an organofluorine compound consisting of fluorine and carbon atoms and optionally chlorine, hydrogen, oxygen sulfur, silicon, phosphorus and/ or nitrogen atoms, and containing CF bonds,(C) a surfactant and(D) water.

Abstract: The invention provides a primer composition comprising (I) an organoalkoxysilane or siloxane, (II) an organohydrogensiloxane having an SiH group and an alkoxysilyl group, and (III) an organic titanate. Also provided is a primer composition comprising (A) an alkenyl-containing organopolysiloxane, (B) an organopolysiloxane, (C) an organoalkoxysilane or siloxane, (D) an organohydrogensiloxane having an SiH group and an alkoxysilyl group, (E) a platinum catalyst, (F) an organic titanate, and (G) an organic peroxide. The primer compositions have sufficient adhesion to join thermoset silicone rubber to various substrates.

Abstract: The invention concerns a silicone-modified EPDM modified with a freeze release additive of a fatty acid amide and/or optionally, graphite having at least 85% carbon, and compounded and co-extruded onto the surface of elastomeric sponge automotive weatherstripping thereby forming a permanent skin surface on the sponge material. The resulting material has improved and desirable freeze-release and coefficient of friction properties. These improved properties eliminate the need for currently used spray coatings, resulting in manufacturing cost savings and more durable surface.

Abstract: Low molecular weight siloxane fluids are thickened by silicone elastomers. The silicone elastomers are made by crosslinking reactions of .tbd.Si--H containing siloxanes and an unsaturated hydrocarbon such as an alpha, omega-diene, in the presence of a low molecular weight siloxane fluid. The .tbd.SiH siloxane is first partially reacted with either a monoacrylate functionalized polyether or a monomethacrylate functionalized polyether. It is then crosslinked by the alpha, omega-diene in the presence of the low molecular weight siloxane fluid. An elastomer, i.e. gel, with polyether groups is produced. The elastomer gel can be swollen with the low molecular weight siloxane fluid under shear force to provide a uniform silicone paste. The silicone paste has excellent spreadability upon rubbing, and possesses unique Theological properties in being thixotropic and shear thinning.

Abstract: A wax composition comprising a wax component and a copolymer. The copolymer comprises a backbone, a pendant aliphatic group, a pendant fluorinated group, and a pendant polydiorganosiloxane group. Also, a wax composition comprising a silicone fluid, solvent, and an alkoxylated wax component, the alkoxylated wax component comprising one or poly(alkoxy) groups attached to the wax component at a free alcohol group, a free acid group, or an olefinic group.

Abstract: The surface free energy of a polymer blend where a base polymer contains an additive having a different surface free energy than that of the base polymer can be controlled over a wide range of additive surface concentrations by appropriate choice of the mold surface free energy during fabrication. A high surface concentration of additive relative to a low bulk concentration can be achieved, leading to improved biocompatibility without loss of optical clarity.

Abstract: This invention relates to a silicone release coating composition comprising (A) a diorganopolysiloxane having at least two alkenyl groups in each molecule, (B) an organohydrogenpolysiloxane having at least three silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in each molecule, (C) a mixture of an alkynyl alcohol and an organosiloxane having at least one aliphatic triple bond-containing alkoxy group, and (D) a platinum group metal catalyst. The silicone release coating compositions of this invention have superior curability and storage stability at room temperature, and produce a uniform coating when used in thin film form on applicator rolls.

Abstract: A pressure sensitive adhesive composition which contains a mixture of a silicate resin, a polyorganosiloxane fluid, and a polyisobutylene polymer having at least one functionalized silicon containing moiety. One advantage of the present invention is that it provides a silicone pressure sensitive adhesive composition that has a reduced propensity for cold flow relative to many current silicone pressure sensitive adhesives.

Abstract: Room temperature vulcanizable silicone compositions comprising an iron carboxylate exhibit improved high temperature adhesion.

Abstract: A paint composition comprising, as a leveling agent, 0.01 to 3.0 parts by weight of a polyfluorinated carbon chain-containing compound and 0.01 to 3.0 parts by weight of a silicone oil per 100 parts by weight of a film forming component and being capable of forming a film being excellent in water- and oil-repelling property and stain resistance, and painted articles being excellent in water- and oil-repelling property and stain resistance can be provided.

Abstract: This invention relates to pressure sensitive adhesive compositions which are obtained by a method comprising reacting a mixture of at least one polydiorganosiloxane, at least one silicone resin copolymer, at least one silanol condensation catalyst, and at least one solvent or plasticizer having a boiling point of at least 200.degree. C., to form a reaction product, and then adding an organic peroxide or azo compound to the resultant reaction product. The silicone pressure sensitive adhesives of this invention are useful in preparing articles such as pressure sensitive tapes, labels, emblems and other decorative or informational signs.

Abstract: A silicone-based antifoam composition, in the form of an emulsion, is prepared from the reaction of (A) a primary silicone composition and (B) a polydiorganosiloxane having condensable terminal groups in a nonpolar organic medium selected from the group consisting of polyisobutylene and mineral oil. The reaction of the primary silicone composition (A) and the polydiorganosiloxane (B) produces a secondary silicone composition, which forms the discontinuous phase of the emulsion and the nonpolar organic medium forms the continuous phase of the emulsion. The resulting composition of the invention exhibits antifoam efficacy greater than that of the primary silicone composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispersible silicone composition comprising (I) a silicone composition prepared by reacting (i) a polyorganosiloxane, (ii) a silicon compound, optionally (iii) a finely divided filler, and (iv) a catalytic amount of a compound for promoting the reaction of the other components and (II) mineral oil. The mineral oil is effective as a dispersing agent for the silicone composition (I). The mineral oil-containing compositions are easier to handle, and produce less waste and its dispersion into mineral oil based formulations is more efficient.

Abstract: A sanitary rubber article coated with a film composed of a siloxane composition comprising the following Component A and the following Component B, Component B being present in a proportion of 0.1 to 5 parts by weight to 100 parts by weight of Component A:Component Aat least one organosiloxane having a recurring unit represented by the following General Formula (I): ##STR1## Component B at least one of organopolysiloxanes having a recurring unit represented by the following General Formula (II): ##STR2## wherein R.sub.1 to R.sub.5, n, x and y are defined in the specification.

Abstract: A water repellent for automobile window glass includes dimethyl polyorganosiloxane, an inorganic acid, a water-type solvent, and at least one member selected from the group consisting of alkyl group-containing polyorganosiloxanes each having a specific structure, fluorine resins each having a specific structure, and paraffin waxes.

Abstract: This invention provides: (1) a hinder composition for friction materials, characterized in that it comprises a thermosetting resin and a specific organic silicon compound having phenyl groups, and (2) a friction material having as a binder composition shown in the above item (1). When used for manufacturing friction materials in the brakes and clutches for various kinds of vehicles such as automobiles, it can remarkably improve the facing and abrasion resistances of the friction material.

Abstract: A platinum group-metal curing liquid silicone rubber compositions having improved physical properties such as tear and heat-aging, especially at durometers below about 35 and above about 65. The present inventors have unexpectedly discovered that the addition of diorganohydrogensiloxy end-blocked polydiorganosiloxanes and triorganosiloxy end-blocked polydiorganosiloxanes having a viscosity greater than about 10 Pa.cndot.s at 25.degree. C. to liquid silicone rubber compositions can provide for the described improved properties.

Abstract: A process is described for preparing aqueous polymeric dispersions of a dispersion of an interpenetrated polymer of a hydrophobic polyurethane and a polymer prepared from ethylenically unsaturated monomers, and optionally a dispersion of another monomer that will enhance the performance of the interpenetrated polymer.

Abstract: A polyacetal resin composition having excellent friction resistance and abrasion resistance performances is provided by improving the compatibility, dispersibility and interfacial adhesiveness between the polyacetal resin and an olefinic polymer.To a polyacetal resin (A), 1 to 100 parts by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the resin (A) of a modified olefinic polymer (B) modified with at least one member selected from the group consisting of an unsaturated carboxylic acid and an acid anhydride thereof, and their derivatives, and 0.1 to 100% by weight based on component (B) of an alkylene glycol polyme (C)r having a primary or secondary amino group(s) and having a number-average molecular weight of 400 to 500,000 are blended.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating composition intended to be applied to a surface of a high-molecular-weight elastic body. The coating composition includes 100 parts by weight of a mixture of a polyisocyanate and a compound containing therein at least two active hydrogen atoms which are capable of reacting with the polyisocyanate to prepare a polyurethane, and 0.5-100 parts by weight of a diorganopolysiloxane having an average degree of polymerization from 6,000 to 10,000. The coating composition provides a coating film which is superior in durability. Furthermore, this coating film does not generate an uncomfortable noise even when a glass plate wet with water slides on the coating film.

Abstract: The stain resistant cover composition of the present invention for colored rubber part of a tire is characterized by that it comprises water of 100 parts by weight, polyvinyl alcohol of 1.0 to 50 parts by weight, a vinyl acetate resin emulsion of 15 to 150 parts by weight (solid content), a surfactant of 0.5 to 5.0 parts by weight, and a silicon oil of 0.5 to 5.0 parts by weight. The stain resistant protective film of the present invention for colored rubber part of a tire is used as a stain resistant protective film for a colored portion in the side wall part of a tire, wherein the above protective film comprises polyvinyl alcohol, a vinyl acetate resin emulsion, a surfactant, and a silicon oil.

Abstract: A composition for retaining dentures in the mouth of a denture wearer including 5-8% w/w of an hydrophilic gelling agent, 2-7% w/w of a thickening agent, 5-20% w/w of ail agent that imparts water resistance to the composition, 0.2-5% w/w of humectant(s) and the balance being water, the composition being formable into a viscous hydrophobic film in use. A method of retaining dentures in the mouth of a denture wearer by applying to the denture or the mouth tissue the composition and placing the denture into position in the mouth in a manner such that the composition substantially forms a seal between the mouth tissue and the denture to thereby assist in the retention of the denture.

Abstract: Organopolysiloxane resin powders having a mean particle diameter (median value d.sub.50,3) of from 70 to 300 .mu.m and a proportion of resin particles having a diameter <45 .mu.m of less than 5 percent by weight, based on the total weight of the organopolysiloxane resin powder.

Abstract: A composition comprising the hydrosilylation addition product of a linear alkenyl functionalized polyorganosiloxane and an M.sup.H Q resin and a low molecular weight silicone when subjected to shearing provides for components in personal care formulations that have improved spreadability and substance.

Abstract: There is disclosed a composite powder composition which has excellent flowability and water repellency and finds utility as a modifier for paints and organic resins, said composition comprising:(A) 100 parts by weight of a cured silicone powder that has an average particle size of 0.1 to 100 micrometers and contains a non-crosslinking silicone oil; and(B) 0.1 to 100 parts by weight of a microfine inorganic powder, said inorganic powder being coated on the surface of said cured silicone powder.

Abstract: A pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprises a mixture of (A) a silicate resin, (B) a silicone fluid, and (C) a thermoplastic multi-segmented copolymer which is a product of the reaction between a diisocyanate and a reactive polyorganosiloxane having two groups reactive with isocyanate thereon. The thermoplastic multi-segmented copolymer comprises from about 1 to about 40 weight percent hard segments derived from reactants selected from the group consisting of organic diisocyanates, organic diols, and organic diamines and from about 60 to about 99 weight percent soft segments comprising from about 15 to about 99 weight percent, based on the weight of the thermoplastic multi-segmented copolymer, of polyorganosiloxane units and from about 0 to about 70 weight percent, based on the weight of the thermoplastic multi-segmented copolymer, of polyalkylene oxide units.

Abstract: Organic pressure-sensitive adhesive and silicone pressure-sensitive adhesive composites have improved shear strength upon the addition of a silicone cross-linking agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to painted objects, especially motor vehicle bodies, and effect paints for painting such objects. The effect paint has a color-producing paint layer comprising liquid crystal polymer compounds, especially those based on organopolysiloxanes, and surface-active compounds, especially polysiloxanes and/or polyacrylates. The paint is applied directly to the objects to be painted, e.g. by a spray or dip application. As a result, even convex surfaces can be painted simply, completely, and uniformly with liquid crystal polymers.

Abstract: Solventless silicone resins, which exhibit a high degree of reconstitution, are produced in forms such as powders and flakes. The degree of reconstitution is judged by the fact that silicone resin/fluid alloys produced therefrom exhibit only a minor shift in T.sub.g, the glass transition temperature, in comparison to analogous alloys produced from solvent dispersed (virgin) resin. Resin, and preferably virgin resin, is dispersed in a volatile liquid dispersant and blended with a nonvolatile silicone fluid. Thereafter, the volatile liquid dispersant is removed by means such as spray-drying or evaporation, resulting in the solventless resin forms of the invention.

Abstract: A method of spontaneously forming a highly stable clear microemulsion by combining (i) water; (ii) a volatile cyclic methyl siloxane or volatile linear methyl siloxane; and (iii) a silicone polyether surfactant. The amounts of each component are such that the composition is in the form of a microemulsion. The volatile methyl siloxane is present in the microemulsion in the form of particles having an average diameter of less than about 100 nanometers. The microemulsion is useful in personal care products.

Abstract: A two-part composition comprising a liquid composition (I) composed of the components (A), (C), and (E) described below and a liquid composition (II) composed of the components (A) (B), (C), and (D) described below, which yield upon mixing a curable liquid silicone composition comprising(A) an alkenyl-substituted poyorganopolysiloxane;(B) a hydrogen-substituted organopolysiloxane in an amount that provides 0.3 to 10 moles silicon-bonded hydrogen from component (B) per 1 mole alkenyl in component (A);(C) an inorganic filler that has a specific surface of 50 to 500 m.sup.2 /g;(D) an alkoxy-substituted organopolysiloxane; and(E) platinum catalyst in a quantity sufficient to cure the instant composition;wherein the curable silicone composition that results when liquid composition (I) and liquid composition (II) are mixed, is thixotropic and has a viscosity, immediately upon the mixing that is greater than the viscosity of liquid composition (II).

Abstract: There is disclosed a heat resistant organopolysiloxane composition comprising:(A) 100 parts by weight of an organopolysiloxane having a viscosity of 100 to 1,000,000 centistokes at 25.degree. C.;(B) 0.001 to 10 parts by weight of a reaction product of an alkali metal silanolate compound with cerium chloride or a cerium carboxylate; and(C) a diorganopolysiloxane having silicon-bonded hydrogen groups only at its molecular chain terminals, component (C) being present in a quantity sufficient to provide 1 to 10,000 parts per million of silicon-bonded hydrogen based on the total weight of said composition.

Abstract: A method of spontaneously forming a highly stable clear microemulsion by combining (i) water; (ii) a volatile cyclic methyl siloxane or volatile linear methyl siloxane; and (iii) a silicone polyether surfactant. The amounts of each component are such that the composition is in the form of a microemulsion. The volatile methyl siloxane is present in the microemulsion in the form of particles having an average diameter of less than about 100 nanometers. The microemulsion is useful in personal care products.

Abstract: Photographic film sheet picking-up device in a feeding apparatus for feeding such sheets from a station containing at least one sheet to a following station, such as a transport or processing station where the film sheets are to be processed one at a time, wherein such sheet picking-up device comprises rubber suction cups containing at least one antistatic compound selected within the group consisting of a) a metal salt selected within the group consisting of perfluoroalkylsulfonylmethide compounds and perfluoroalkylsulfonylimide compounds, b) a perfluoroalkyl(ene)polyoxyethylene non-ionic type surfactant, c) a modified polyoxyethylenepolysiloxane type surfactant, and a mixture of such compounds.

Abstract: A coated article for foul release for use in aquatic applications does not require a discrete tie-layer to ensure adhesion of a coating to a substrate. An adhesion promoting layer comprising an anticorrosive material and a bonding agent is applied directly to the substrate. A release layer comprising organopolysiloxane is deposited onto the adhesion promoting layer. A method for applying the foul release coating comprises the following steps: applying an adhesion promoting layer, curing the adhesion promoting layer, applying the release layer and curing the release layer.