Abstract: Exemplary embodiments provide nanotube-containing coating compositions and methods for making and using the coating compositions. In an exemplary embodiment, the coating composition can include a plurality of nanotubes (e.g., carbon nanotubes (CNTs)) dispersed stably and uniformly in a polymer matrix containing fluoropolymers. The coating composition can further include stabilizers to allow a stable and/or uniform dispersion of the plurality of nanotubes in the fluoropolymers. The nanotube coating composition can be coated on an article surface to improve mechanical robustness, and electrical and thermal conductivity of the coated article. The coated article can be used as, for example, a fuser member, a fixing member, a pressure roller, or a release agent donor member in an electrostatographic printing machine or process.

Abstract: A resin composition includes brominated epoxy resin of 20-70 wt %, a hardener of 1-10 wt %, a promoter of 0.1-10 wt %, inorganic powder of 0-20 wt %, high thermal conductivity powder of 5-85 wt % and a processing aid of 0-10 wt %. The resin composition possesses high glass transition temperature, high thermal conductivity, and excellent heat resistance as well as flame retardancy. The resin composition, which acts as a dielectric layer of a printed circuit board so as to endow the PCB with high thermal conductivity, is a high thermal conductivity prepreg formed by retting or a high thermal conductivity coating formed by coating. As a result, prompt dissipation of heat generated by electronic components on the PCB is achievable so that service life and stability of the electronic components are improved.

Abstract: A vanish, a heat-dissipation prepreg, and the manufacturing method thereof are disclosed. The vanish has a curing agent with structure as indicated in formula (1). The vanish based on this curing agent will improve thermal stability and peel strength. Glass fabric cloth is dipped into the vanish having the curing agent to form a heat-dissipation prepreg with better thermal stability and peel strength. Furthermore, the curing agent has polarity so that inorganic powders are uniformly distributed in the prepreg. Therefore, the dissipation efficiency of the heat-dissipation prepreg is improved.

Abstract: An additive for improving the early resistance to driving rain of physically curing coating compositions based on an aqueous acrylate dispersions, which have been adjusted to an alkaline pH with an inorganic or organic base, which is volatile at ambient temperature, is formed of an aqueous dispersion, containing a polyethyleneimine with a number average molecular weight in the range from 50,000 to 3,000,000, at least one representative of the group comprising 1,3-dihydroxy-2,2,4-trimethylpentane and esters thereof, butyl diglycol acetate and methoxypropanol as film-forming agents and at least one representative of the group comprising the liquid acrylates and pyrogenic silica as thickening agent, as well as optionally a pigment and optionally an ammonium acrylate as pigment disperser, and the use thereof.

Abstract: This invention relates to an insulating paste for an electric module that avoids cracks occurring in an insulating layer. The insulating paste comprises heat-curable silicone resin, inorganic filler and solvent.

Abstract: A white heat-curable silicone resin composition comprising (A) a heat-curable organopolysiloxane, (B) a white pigment, (C) an inorganic filler, and (D) a condensation catalyst cures into a white uniform product having heat resistance, light resistance and minimal yellowing. The cured composition has a thermal conductivity of 1-10 W/mK. The composition is useful for forming cases on optoelectronic parts, typically LED.

Abstract: The invention provides a kind of prepolymer with 4-(N-maleimide phenyl)Ether (MPGE) epoxy resin and 4,4?-diphenylmethane-amino-di-malays polyimide (BMI) as reactants, with free radical initiator leading to reaction in solvents, and adding inhibitor after reaction, with the mole ratio of 0.05-0.5 for BMI and MPGE; the initiator usage is 0.01%-0.15% of mole total for reactant monomers; the solvent usage is 50%-70% of the total weight of the reactants; the inhibitor usage is half to double of mole amount of the initiator used. This kind of prepolymer can be used to produce high-performance thermosetting resin composition corresponding to the packaging requirements for electronic components and Integrated Circuits (IC).

Abstract: High dielectric constant thermoplastic compositions that are capable of being used in a laser direct structuring process. The compositions include a thermoplastic base resin, a laser direct structuring additive, and at least one ceramic filler. The compositions provide a high dielectric constant, low loss tangent thermoplastic composition. The compositions can be used in a variety of applications such as personal computers, notebook and portable computers, cell phone antennas and other such communications equipment, medical applications, RFID applications, and automotive applications.

Abstract: Polymer composition comprising (i) at least one semi-crystalline polymer (SCP) chosen from polyamides, polyaryletherketones, liquid crystal polymers, polyalkylene phthalates, polycarbonates, polyarylene sulphides and polyarylene oxides, and (ii) at least one oxide (OX) chosen from acid oxides of an element having an electronegativity of at most 2.2 and amphoteric oxides, and (iii) at least one nitride (NJ) of an element having an electronegativity of from 1.3 to 2.5. Article comprising at least one part comprising the polymer composition as above described. Part of an article comprising the polymer composition as above described.

Abstract: The anti-reflection film forming material according to the present invention includes (a) a water soluble resin having a vinyl acetate constituent unit, and (b) a compound having a constituent unit represented by the following general formula. Wherein, R1 and R2 represent a direct bond or a methylene chain; R3 and R4 represent a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms, or a group represented by —(CH2)n—O—R5—R6; and at least one of R3 and R4 is a group represented by —(CH2)n—O—R5—R6, wherein: R5 represents a direct bond or an alkylene chain having 1 to 10 carbon atoms which may be interrupted with —O—; R6 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 10 carbon atoms in which a portion or all hydrogen atoms are substituted with a fluorine atom; and n represents an integer of 0 to 10. Wherein, the total number of carbon atoms present in R1 and R2 is 1 or 2.

Abstract: A nanocomposite material suitable for electrical insulation includes a polymer compounded with a substantially homogeneously distributed functionalized nanoparticle filler. The nanocomposite material is produced by compounding the polymer with the functionalized nanoparticle filler by imparting a shear force to a mixture of the polymer and filler capable of preventing agglomeration of the filler whereby the filler is substantially homogeneously distributed in the nanocomposite material. The electrical insulation may be adapted for AC or DC high voltage, and may also be adapted for low or medium voltage to prevent formation of water tree structures.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of at least one polymer containing at least one monomer selected from acrylic acid or methacrylic acid or mixtures thereof and at least one monomer which is the maleic anhydride as a dispersing and/or grinding aid agent in a fabrication process of an aqueous dispersion and/or suspension of mineral materials, wherein the molar ratio r (acrylic acid and/or methacrylic acid:(maleic anhydride) is strictly confined to the range between 2:1 and 0.1:1. Another object of the invention consists in the aqueous dispersions and suspensions of mineral materials thus produced and the use thereof in the fabrication of plastics, paper and paintworks.

Abstract: A method of coating surfaces of plastic or metal, which comprises treating the plastic or metal surface in question with an aqueous dispersion comprising (A) at least one ethylene copolymer having a molecular weight Mn in the range from 2000 to 20 000 g/mol, selected from ethylene copolymers comprising as comonomers in copolymerized form (a) 15.5% to 19.9% by weight of at least one ethylenically unsaturated C3-C10 carboxylic acid and (b) 80.1% to 84.5% by weight of ethylene, (B) at least one base, in one step and subsequently providing in at least one further step the metal or plastic surface in question with at least one further coat.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, compositions are described which are useful, for example, for the preparation of metal-clad laminate structures, methods for the preparation thereof, and various uses therefor. Invention metal-clad laminate structures are useful, for example, multi-layer board (MLB) industry, in the preparation of burn-in test boards and high reliability boards, applications where low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) is beneficial, in the preparation of boards used in down-hole drilling, and the like.

Abstract: A composition includes a post-cured polymer. A post-cured polymer includes a reaction product of a first cycloolefin and a metathesis catalyst having ruthenium, osmium, or both ruthenium and osmium. The post-cured polymer has a glass transition temperature in a range that is greater than 340 degrees Celsius. An associated article and a method are also provided.

Abstract: A heat conductive silicone rubber composition comprising (A) an organopolysiloxane containing, on the average, at least 0.1 silicon-bonded alkenyl radical and having a viscosity of 50-100,000 mPa·s at 25° C., (B) an organopolysiloxane containing, on the average, at least 2 SiH radicals and having a viscosity of 1-100,000 mPa·s at 25° C., (C) a heat conductive filler, (D) a platinum catalyst, and (E) a specific organopolysiloxane having a molecular weight of at least 10,000, is easy to handle and mold, and especially smooth in flow, even when heavily loaded with the filler.

Abstract: The invention consists in the use of dispersing agents, in a process of manufacture of an aqueous dispersion of mineral matter, by: a) grinding with a small amount of dry extract (?40%) of the said mineral matter in water without a dispersing agent and/or grinding aid agent, b) concentration with a large amount of dry extract (?65%) by mechanical and/or thermal means, characterised in that: at least one dispersing agent is introduced between stage a) and stage b), and/or during stage b), and/or during and after stage b). in the form of a combination: of at least one homopolymer of acrylic acid, and of at least one fluorinated mineral compound.

Abstract: A method of preparing fibre treatment resin is disclosed herein. In a preferred embodiment, at step 100, the method comprises dispersing ethyl acetic acid copolymers in water to form a mixture at predetermined temperature and at step 102, ammonia is introduced as a flocculent into the mixture to form a suspension; and at step 104, the suspension is cooled to form the fibre treatment resin. Fibres treated with the fibre treatment resin exhibits improved tenacity and enable the fibres to be stretched and absorb the energy of incidental pressure such as those from a projectile.

Abstract: A compound is described including one or more polymer (A) selected from propylene-ethylene block copolymers (A1), propylene homopolymers (A2) and a combination of copolymers (A1) and/or homopolymers (A2), at 30% to 90% by weight; one or more copolymer (B) selected from ethylene-alpha-olefin random copolymers (B1), hydrogenated styrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene block copolymers (B2), ethylene-alpha-olefin block copolymers (B3), and a combination of two or more of copolymers (B1), copolymers (B2), and/or optional copolymers (B3), at 0% to 50% by weight; one or more mineral filler (C) at 0% to 30% by weight; one or more surface modifier (D) at 0% to 5% by weight; one or more additive (E) at 0% to 5% by weight; and one or more colorant (F) at 0% to 10% by weight. Associated articles and methods are also described.

Abstract: A composition includes a first cycloolefin substituted with at least one epoxy group and an aromatic amine. The composition is capable of bonding to a filler having a corresponding binding site. The composition is compatible with a metathesis catalyst capable of catalyzing a ring-opening metathesis polymerization reaction when contacted to the first cycloolefin. An associated method is also provided.

Abstract: A composition includes a coupling agent composition and a polymer precursor. The coupling agent composition includes an aromatic amine and a first cycloolefin substituted with at least one epoxy group. The polymer precursor includes a second cycloolefin. The coupling agent composition is capable of bonding to a filler having a corresponding binding site and the coupling agent composition is compatible with a metathesis catalyst capable of catalyzing a ring-opening metathesis polymerization reaction when contacted to the first cycloolefin or the second cycloolefin. An associated method is also provided.

Abstract: A composition includes a coupling agent composition and a polymer precursor. The coupling agent composition includes an aromatic amine and a first cycloolefin substituted with at least one epoxy group. The polymer precursor includes a second cycloolefin and an epoxy compound. The coupling agent composition is capable of bonding to a filler having a corresponding binding site and the coupling agent composition is compatible with a metathesis catalyst capable of catalyzing a ring-opening metathesis polymerization reaction when contacted to the first cycloolefin or the second cycloolefin. An associated method is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed are an intermediate transfer belt for use in a laser printer, a fax machine and a copier, and a production method thereof. Specifically, an intermediate transfer belt including silicone modified polyimide resin and a production method thereof are provided, thereby realizing a monolayer intermediate transfer belt having excellent electrical properties, water repellency and heat dissipation properties and good mechanical strength. Further, even without the additional use of an adhesive layer for adhesion to a fluorine resin layer and fluorine resin, the intermediate transfer belt can exhibit satisfactory properties, and process efficiency can be maximized.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer; about 10 to about 60 weight percent of a dielectric filler having a dielectric constant greater than or equal to about 25 when measured at 900 megahertz; and about 1 to about 10 weight percent of a fibrous composition, the weight percent being based on the total weight of the composition. Disclosed herein too is a method comprising melt blending a composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer; about 10 to about 60 weight percent of a dielectric filler having a dielectric constant greater than or equal to about 25 when measured at 900 megahertz; and about 1 to about 10 weight percent of a fibrous composition, the weight percent being based on the total weight of the composition.

Abstract: A new and improved method for making a pigment dispersant system, a method for pigment grinding and a new pigment dispersant system are herein disclosed. The inventive compound and process do not use a resin or the harsh milling process used in current pigment technologies.

Abstract: A composition of matter comprising a thermoplastic resin composition derived from (i) a polyester derived from a cycloaliphatic diol, and an aromatic diacid; (ii) a polycarbonate derived from at least from 20 mole percent to 100 mole percent of an aromatic diol derived from structure II wherein R3 and R4 are independently selected from the group consisting of C1-C30 aliphatic, C2-C30 cycloaliphatic and C2-C30 aromatic groups, X is CH2 and m is an integer from 3 to 7, n is an integer from 1 to 4, p is an integer from 1 to 4, and from 0 mole percent to 80 mole percent of a second aromatic dihydroxy compound; and wherein the resin composition is transparent is disclosed. Also disclosed is a process to prepare this composition and articles therefrom.

Abstract: A composition of matter comprising a thermoplastic resin composition derived from (i) a polyester derived from a cycloaliphatic diol, and a cycloaliphatic diacid; (ii) a copolycarbonate derived from at least from 20 mole percent to 80 mole percent of an aromatic diol derived from structure III wherein R3 and R4 are independently selected from the group consisting of C1-C30 aliphatic, C2-C30 cycloaliphatic and C2-C30 aromatic groups, X is CH2 and m is an integer from 3 to 7, n is an integer from 1 to 4, p is an integer from 1 to 4, and from 20 mole percent to 80 mole percent of an aromatic dihydroxy compound; and wherein the resin composition is transparent is disclosed. Also disclosed is a process to prepare this composition and articles therefrom.

Abstract: The invention relates to a photosensitive dispersion with adjustable viscosity for metal deposition on an insulating substrate, which combines the following: a pigment providing oxidation-reduction properties under light irradiation, a metallic salt, a complex-forming agent for the metallic salt, a liquid film-forming polymer formulation, a basic compound, an organic solvent and water. The invention also relates to the use of said dispersion.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a moisture-reactive composition having a moisture-reactive polysiloxane having a main chain and one or more side chains, wherein the main chain and/or the one or more side chains has a group represented by the formula: —MXmYn; and wherein M is selected from the group consisting of a multivalent metal atom, B, and P?O; X is a hydrogen atom, a substituted or nonsubstituted alkyl, alkenyl or alkoxy group; Y is a substituted or nonsubstituted alkoxy, siloxy, carboxyl, or diketolate group; m is from 1 to 3; and n is from 0 to 2.

Abstract: A heat dissipation material comprises (1) fluorine-containing crystalline polymer having a melting point higher than 150° C., with a weight percentage of around 15-40%; (2) heat conductive fillers dispersed in the fluorine-containing crystalline polymer with a weight percentage of around 60-85%; and (3) coupling agent of 0.5-3% of the heat conductive fillers by weight and having a chemical formula of: where R1, R2 and R3 are alkyl group CaH2a+1, a?1; X and Y are selected from hydrogen, fluorine, chorine, and alkyl group; and n is a positive integer.

Abstract: An ink set includes a combination of a first ink and a second ink, the first ink containing a self-dispersion pigment having at least one hydrophilic group directly or through another atomic group bonded to the surface of the pigment particle, and ammonium ions, the second ink containing a pigment, a polymer having an acid value of 160 mg KOH/g or less, and alkali metal ions, wherein the first ink further contains a compound (A) selected from nonionic surfactants and/or a compound (B) selected from the group consisting of polyethylene glycol with an average molecular weight of 600 to 2,000, a,w-alkanediol having six carbon atoms, and an imidazolidinone derivative.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a thermally disappearing resin particle and a thermally disappearing hollow resin particle which can be decomposed at a low temperature in a short time and do not cause deformation or cracking of a sintered body to be obtained in the case of using as a binder for a ceramic or a lightening material; a method of producing the thermally disappearing hollow resin particle; a ceramic composition which can be degreased and fired at a low temperature in a short time and gives a molded body with a high porosity without deformation or cracking even in the case a large quantity of a pore-forming material is used; and a method of producing a porous ceramic filter. The present invention is directed to a thermally disappearing resin particle, which contains a polyoxyalkylene resin, and 10% by weight or more of the whole particle disappearing within an hour by heating at a prescribed temperature in a range from 100 to 300° C.

Abstract: An acrylic or other polymer composition, optionally containing aluminum trihydrate, and having undoped and/or doped titanium dioxide dispersed evenly throughout is disclosed. Said composition provides a sterile surface which can be renewed. Said composition provides a highly sterile surface upon photoactivation of the surface by at least either low-level ultraviolet irradiation or ambient/natural light (as when using doped titanium dioxide). A method of using such a surface material is also disclosed. Said acrylic or other polymer composition may be adhered onto a polycarbonate or other polymeric backing, optionally by an intervening layer of a third polymer. The resulting acrylic or other polymer/polycarbonate or other polymer combination is adapted to provide ambient lighting when exposed to a light source.

Abstract: Disclosed is an ink set that can realize printing of images having excellent image reproduction, color reproduction, and fixation. The ink set comprises a black ink composition and a chromatic color ink composition, wherein the black ink composition comprises at least a surface-treated pigment dispersible and/or dissolvable in water without any dispersant, resin particles having a film forming temperature below 0° C., resin particles having a film forming temperature of 30° C. or above, and water as a main solvent, and the chromatic color ink composition comprises at least a pigment, a polymer, which includes the pigment and renders the pigment dispersible in the ink composition, and water as a main solvent.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel polymeric nanoparticle adhesive composite including a nanoparticle filler and method for the production thereof. More particularly, the disclosure describes the use of nanoparticle fillers, including a novel halloysite nanoparticle filler which utilizes generally cylindrical or tubular nanoparticles (e.g. rolled scroll-like shape). The filler is effectively employed in a polymer nanoparticle adhesive composite, containing the halloysite nanoparticle or other equivalent naturally occurring nanotubular filler, in which the advantages of the nanoparticle filler are provided (e.g., reinforcement, flame retardant, etc.) while maintaining or improving mechanical performance of the adhesive composite (e.g.

Abstract: One embodiment of the invention includes a product including a coating comprising (a) a primary resin and a blocked isocyanate, and (b) at least one bio-diesel fuel degradation product neutralizing material.

Abstract: Provided is a heat conductive silicone grease composition, including: an organopolysiloxane containing 2 or more alkenyl groups bonded to silicon atoms within each molecule, an organopolysiloxane with a specific structure and with a kinematic viscosity at 25° C. of 10 to 10,000 mm2/s, an alkoxysilane containing specific substituent groups, an organohydrogenpolysiloxane containing 2 or more SiH groups within each molecule, a heat conductive filler, a platinum-based catalyst, and an addition reaction retarder. The heat conductive silicone grease composition exhibits high thermal conductivity, has excellent fluidity prior to curing and therefore exhibits favorable workability, is capable of filling fine indentations and therefore reduces contact resistance, and is also able to prevent oil separation and bleeding of the heat conductive material following curing, meaning the composition exhibits excellent heat radiation performance and reliability.

Abstract: At least one component of a static device for electric power is covered by a synthetic polymer compound A. The synthetic polymer compound A is formed by connecting at least one first organosilicon polymer and at least one second organosilicon polymer, to prepare a third organosilicon polymer, and then connecting plural molecules of the resultant third organosilicon polymer. The first organosilicon polymer has a crosslinking structure with a siloxane bonding. The second organosilicon polymer has a linear connecting structure with a siloxane bonding. The third organosilicon polymer is formed by connecting the first organosilicon polymer and the second organosilicon polymer with a siloxane bonding and has a molecular weight of 20,000 to 800,000. The synthetic polymer compound (A) has a three-dimensional stereostructure, which is formed by connecting plural molecules of the third organosilicon polymer with a covalent bonding being generated by an addition reaction.

Abstract: A method of producing a carbon-based material includes steps (a), (b) and (c). In the step (a), an elastomer and at least a first carbon material is mixed and the first carbon material is dispersed by applying a shear force to obtain a composite elastomer. In the step (b), the composite elastomer is heat-treated to vaporize the elastomer, and a second carbon material is obtained. In the step (c) the second carbon material is heat-treated together with a substance including an element Y to vaporize the substance including the element Y, a melting point of the element Y being low.

Abstract: A composition and method for inhibiting stain formation in a floor covering. The composition includes a copper glycine complex in combination with magnesium hydroxide and a carrier. The composition can be advantageously applied to a wood-based substrate upon which a floor covering is overlaid. Flooring assemblies that include the composition are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention discloses methods, materials and devices for facilitating electromagnetic/radiofrequency interference (EMI/RFI) shielding and thermal management in packaging circuits. More specifically, a method of packaging integrated circuits with improved thermal and EMI management, a process of treating a compound for use as a thermal interface and/or an EMI shield, and an EMI shielding and thermal management apparatus. More specifically, the present invention divulges methods and apparatuses for adjusting viscosity of a thermally and/or electrically conductive (or thermally conductive and/or electrically insulative), form-in-place, fully cured compound thereby rendering the compound dispensable. Further, a process of treating a compound for use as a thermal interface or/and an EMI shield is disclosed. The compound is an admixture of a particulate filler component and a pre-cured gel component.

Abstract: A thermal interface material composition including a blend of a polymer matrix and a thermally conductive filler having particles having a maximum particle diameter no greater than about 25 microns, wherein the polymer matrix includes an organopolysiloxane having at least two silicon-bonded alkenyl groups per molecule, an organohydrogenpolysiloxane having at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms per molecule and a hydrosilyation catalyst comprising a transition metal, wherein the transition metal is present in an amount of from about 10 to about 20 ppm by weight based on the weight of the non-filler components and the molar ratio of the silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms to the silicon-bonded alkenyl groups ranges from about 1 to about 2. A method is also provided.

Abstract: An ink composition for ink jet recording is provided which can realize both good waterfastness of prints and high-quality recorded images on specialty recording media. The ink composition comprises a water-soluble colorant, such as an acid dye, a cationic water-soluble polymer, such as polyallylamine, and an inorganic salt, such as potassium chloride, in combination.

Abstract: The purpose of the invention is a coating precursor comprising a silicone resin, a mineral filler and an organic solvent capable of dissolving the said resin and putting the said mineral filler into suspension, the said silicone resin and the said mineral filler being capable of chemically reacting so as to produce a solid layer on a substrate after the organic solvent has evaporated and a cohesive refractory layer after a calcination operation. Another purpose of the invention is a method for coating a given surface of a substrate with at least one refractory layer containing silicon in which the substrate is coated with a coating precursor according to the invention so as to form a green layer and a heat treatment is carried out to calcine the said green layer and to form a cohesive refractory layer. The invention is a means of obtaining a protective coating capable of resisting oxidizing environments, liquid metal and solid or molten salt.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel flame retardant and stabilizer combined, for thermoplastics, which comprises as component A, phosphinic or diphosphinic salts and/or polymers thereof, as component B, a nitrogen containing synergist or a phosphorous/nitrogen flame retardant, as component C, a basic or amphoteric oxide, hydroxide, carbonate, silicate, borate, stannate, mixed oxide/hydroxide, oxide/hydroxide/carbonate, hydroxide/silicate, hydroxide/borate or mixtures thereof, optionally as component D, a phosphonite or a phosphonite/phosphate mixture, optionally as component E, an ester or salt of montan wax 4, and as component F, an aromatic di- or tricarboxylic ester or aromatic di- or tricarboxamide, the entirety of the components always being 100%.

Abstract: A coating for weatherstrips, windshield wipers, door seals, trunk seals, sunroof seals, windshield seals and the like. The coating comprises a water-based formula that provides high abrasion resistance and, optimally, also provides excellent weathering resistance. The abrasion resistance property is achieved via a combination of boron nitride and a high molecular weight silicone resin. Flexibility and weathering resistance are achieved via the addition of an acrylic/polyurethane/fluoropolymer resin binder blend and high UV-stabilizers and absorbers. Also provided is a method of manufacturing such coatings that comprises the steps of pre-dispersing the boron nitride in water and then combining the pre-dispersed boron nitride with the silicone resin and other ingredients.

Abstract: Polymer-inorganic particle blends are incorporated into structures generally involving interfaces with additional materials that can be used advantageously for forming desirable devices. In some embodiments, the structures are optical structures, and the interfaces are optical interfaces. The different materials at the interface can have differences in index-of-refraction to yield desired optical properties at the interface. In some embodiments, structures are formed with periodic variations in index-of-refraction. In particular, photonic crystals can be formed. Suitable methods can be used to form the desired structures.

Abstract: The present invention involves a method of delaminating a graphite structure. The method comprises diffusing a coating agent in a supercritical fluid between layered particles of a graphite structure defining contacted graphite particles and catastrophically depressurizing the supercritical fluid to form delaminated graphite particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymer microsphere comprising at least one polymer and at least one bound latent colorant, wherein the microsphere is stabilized by at least one stabilizing polymer. The invention also includes a method of preparing polymer microspheres comprising combining latent colorant, ethylenically unsaturated monomer, stabilizing polymer, and an initiator in solvent and initiating polymerization to form a polymeric microsphere stabilized by a stabilizing polymer bound to the surface of the polymeric microsphere.

Abstract: The present invention provides a thermal conductive composition formed by blending a thermal conductive filler of not less than 600 mass parts to 100 mass parts of a liquid silicone having a viscosity in a range of 20 to 2000 mPa·s. Since the thermal conductive composition is not crosslinked further or cured at a normal temperature of 25° C., it keeps a putty state, and the thermal conductivity is not less than 3 W/m·K. A heat-dissipating putty sheet according to the present invention is formed by applying the thus obtained thermal conductive composition onto a release sheet. The heat-dissipating putty sheet having a thickness ranging from 0.5 mm to 3 mm can be released manually from a release base, or it can be transferred from a release sheet to a heat-generating part or a dissipator so as to be attached to a desired position easily.