Polymer Derived From Carboxylic Acid Anhydride Monomer Patents (Class 525/327.4)
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Patent number: 7842382Abstract: Disclosed are formaldehyde-free, thermally-curable, alkaline, aqueous binder compositions, curable to formaldehyde-free, water-insoluble thermoset polyester resins, and uses thereof as binders for non-woven fibers and fiber materials.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2004Date of Patent: November 30, 2010Assignee: Knauf Insulation GmbHInventor: Clarence H. Helbing
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Patent number: 7829636Abstract: The embodiments herein relate to a method of synthesizing new improved reactive terpolymer, S-MMA-X (styrene/modified maleic anhydride/X) wherein X is any type of polymers. The method involves synthesizing styrene-modified maleic anhydride complex (SMMA) with the ability to react with all kinds of polymers to produce new reactive terpolymer with formation of nano particles inside them. The nanoparticle formations improve the physio-chemical, thermal and mechanical properties of the newly formed reactive terpolymer when compared to natural rubber, their derivatives, EPDM or other known polymer etc. Depending on the property of the end product polymers produced by the invention, the end use can be varied. In one embodiment, the polymer X is natural rubber (NR) and the end product terpolymer is used as bitumen modifier. In another embodiment, the polymer X is ethylene-propylene diene monomer (EPDM) and the end product terpolymer behaves like a smart particle and absorbs oil and water contaminants.Type: GrantFiled: August 27, 2007Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Inventors: Sara Shaghaghi, Reza Shaghaghi
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Patent number: 7820764Abstract: A controlled molecular weight polymer of styrene is provided having bromine substituted thereon. Control of molecular weight is achieved by the use of alpha-methyl styrene dimer as a chain transfer agent. The brominated polymer of styrene is useful as a flame retardant, particularly for polyamides giving improved properties including color retention after molding.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2010Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Assignee: Chemtura CorporationInventors: Wayne Meyer, Jennifer L. Bohan, Larry D. Timberlake, James D. Siebecker
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Patent number: 7816005Abstract: A method for imparting resistance to staining to a substrate comprising contacting the substrate with a copolymer comprising the monomers of Formula wherein D is at least one vinyl monomer selected from the group consisting of aryl olefin, alpha olefin and diene, each M is independently H, Ca, Mg, Al, Na, or K, each R1 is independently H, C1-C6 alkyl, or C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, each R2 is independently linear or branched C1-C12 alkyl, C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, C6F5, arylalkyl, C6H4OH, R3COOH, or R3SO3H, or R1 and R2 are linked together to form a morpholino or pyrrolidino ring, R3 is linear or branched C1-C12 alkyl, CH(COOH)CH2CH2, C6H4, or C6H3(OH), h1+h2 is h, h is a positive integer, k is zero or a positive integer, i and j are each independently zero or a positive integer, provided that the total of 1) h÷(k+h+i+j) is from about 0.005 to about 0.7, 2) k÷(k+h+i+j) is from about 0.3 to about 0.6, 3) [i+j]÷(k+h+i+j) is 0 to about 0.6, and provided that the sum of 1)+2)+3) is 1.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2010Date of Patent: October 19, 2010Assignee: E.I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Timothy Edward Hopkins, Stephen Ernest Jacobson, Melea Rena Langley, Peter Michael Murphy
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Patent number: 7803879Abstract: An aqueous, formaldehyde-free binder composition comprising a modified copolymer of maleic anhydride and a vinyl aromatic compound such as styrene, the copolymer being modified by reaction with a primary alkanolamine, such as monoethanolamine (MEA), to produce a modified copolymer that is self-curing and cures as a consequence of cross-linking, esterification reactions between pendant carboxyls and hydroxyl groups on the solubilized (hydrolyzed) modified copolymer chains; the invention also relates to the corresponding method of using the binder composition for making fiber products, especially fiberglass insulation.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2006Date of Patent: September 28, 2010Assignee: Georgia-Pacific Chemicals LLCInventors: Ramji Srinivasan, Kurt Gabrielson, John B. Hines, Cornel Hagiopol
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Patent number: 7795354Abstract: An aqueous binder composition, useful for making fiber products, especially fiberglass insulation, comprising an aqueous substantially alkaline (pH of at least 5.0) solution of a polyol and a hydrolyzed (solubilized) copolymer of maleic anhydride and a vinyl aromatic compound, preferably styrene (i.e., a SMA copolymer); the copolymer is solubilized using ammonia, a secondary alkanolamine (preferably diethanolamine (DEA)), a tertiary alkanolamine (preferably triethanolamine (TEA)), or a mixture thereof and the binder composition is cured as a consequence of cross-linking, esterification reactions between pendant carboxyls on the solubilized (hydrolyzed) copolymer (SMA) chains and hydroxyl groups of the polyol, including the diethanolamine and/or triethanolamine preferably used in the solubilization of the SMA.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2006Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Assignee: Georgia-Pacific Chemicals LLCInventors: Ramji Srinivasan, Kurt Gabrielson, John B. Hines, Cornel Hagiopol
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Publication number: 20100171070Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing a phosphorus-containing polymer, comprising the steps of (i) copolymerizing at least (a) monoethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic anhydrides having from 4 to 6 carbon atoms with (b) olefins of the formula CH2?C(R1)R2 where R1 is H or CH3 and R2 is H, CH3, C2H5 or phenyl; (ii) reacting the polymer formed in step (i) with at least one primary or secondary phosphorus-containing amine or a phosphorus-containing alcohol and (iii) at least partly ring-opening the remaining anhydride groups. The invention further relates to phosphorus-containing polymers obtainable from this process, and to processes for preventing Ba/Sr scale with the aid of the polymer.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2007Publication date: July 8, 2010Applicant: BASF SE Patents, Trademarks and LicensesInventors: Lidcay Herrera Taboada, Marcus Guzmann, Karin Neubecker, Alexander Göthlich
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Patent number: 7740913Abstract: A method for imparting resistance to staining to a substrate comprising contacting the substrate with a copolymer comprising the monomers of Formula wherein D is at least one vinyl monomer selected from the group consisting of aryl olefin, alpha olefin and diene, each M is independently H, Ca, Mg, Al, Na, or K, each R1 is independently H, C1-C6 alkyl, or C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, each R2 is independently linear or branched C1-C12 alkyl, C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, C6F5, arylalkyl, C6H4OH, R3COOH, or R3SO3H, or R1 and R2 are linked together to form a morpholino or pyrrolidino ring, R3 is linear or branched C1-C12 alkyl, CH(COOH)CH2CH2, C6H4, or C6H3(OH), h1+h2 is h, h is a positive integer, k is zero or a positive integer, i and j are each independently zero or a positive integer, provided that the total of 1) h÷(k+h+i+j) is from about 0.005 to about 0.7, 2) k÷(k+h+i+j) is from about 0.3 to about 0.6, 3) [i+j]÷(k+h+i+j) is 0 to about 0.6, and provided that the sum of 1)+2)+3) is 1.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2009Date of Patent: June 22, 2010Assignee: E. I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Timothy Edward Hopkins, Stephen Ernest Jacobson, Melea Rena Langley, Peter Michael Murphy
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Patent number: 7705110Abstract: The present invention is directed to a non-gelled, curable composition including at least one compound having a plurality of imide functional groups. The compound in particular contains a reaction product of a) at least one hydroxyalkylamino functional succinimide; b) at least one polyisocyanate; and optionally c) at least one capping agent. The composition is suitable for use in coatings and castings.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2004Date of Patent: April 27, 2010Assignee: PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.Inventor: Linda K. Anderson
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Publication number: 20100099813Abstract: The present invention relates to comb (block) copolymers obtainable by reacting I at least one (block) copolymer comprising polymerised, optionally substituted styrene and maleic anhydride units, which copolymer has been obtained by living, free-radical polymerisation, with II at least one polyalkylene oxide monoamine comprising a primary amino end group at a reaction temperature of ?150° C. and by subsequent salification of at least 25 mol % of the free carboxyl groups of the reaction product at a reaction temperature of <100° C. and optionally after addition of H2O and to the use of these comb copolymers as wetting agents and dispersants.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2007Publication date: April 22, 2010Applicant: BYK-CHEMIE GMBHInventors: Bernd Göbelt, Jürgen Omeis, Ulrich Orth, Heribert Holtkamp, Marcus Meichsner
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Patent number: 7700673Abstract: A reduced oil rubber composition includes (a) a silica filler, (b) a N-substituted polyalkylene succinimide derivative, and (c) a rubber matrix. In certain embodiments, the composition may comprise a reduced amount of oil, especially a reduced amount of aromatic oil or even no aromatic oil. Rubber articles manufactured from such composition, such as tires and power belts, have improved properties such as reduced rolling resistance, improved wet/snow traction and winter softness, improved dynamic stiffness, improved tensile strength, easy handling, and/or compatibility with higher environmental standard, among others.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2006Date of Patent: April 20, 2010Assignee: Bridgestone CorporationInventors: Xiaorong Wang, Victor J. Foltz, William L. Hergenrother, Koji Masaki
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Patent number: 7674863Abstract: Esterified polyalkene/UAR copolymer reaction products useful as (1) a friction modifier for lubricating oils such as automatic transmission fluids to improve torque capacity and anti-shudder durability and for continuous variable transmissions (CVTs), (2) a friction modifier for fuels or (3) a cold flow improver for diesel fuels are provided. The esterified copolymer reaction product may be used as is or can be further derivatized (e.g., by post treatment of the esterified copolymer reaction product with, for example, ethylene carbonate or boric acid).Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2007Date of Patent: March 9, 2010Assignee: Chevron Oronite Company LLCInventor: Kenneth D. Nelson
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Patent number: 7666945Abstract: The present invention is directed to a non-gelled, curable composition including at least one compound having a plurality of imide functional groups. The compound in particular contains a reaction product of at least one secondary monoamine and at least one maleimide, and is suitable for use in coatings and castings.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2007Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Assignee: PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.Inventors: Kevin C. Olson, Gregory J. McCollum, Linda K. Anderson
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Publication number: 20100016514Abstract: The invention provides a silicone hydrogel contact lens including a hydrolyzable polymer. The hydrolyzable polymer can be converted by hydrolysis into a hydrophilic polymer which is capable of imparting the silicone hydrogel contact lens a hydrophilic surface without post-curing surface treatment.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2009Publication date: January 21, 2010Inventor: Yongxing Qiu
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Patent number: 7622531Abstract: The present invention relates to a powder paint composition comprising at least (a) a thermosetting polymer having functional groups capable of reacting with ?-hydroxyalkylamide units (b) a compound comprising ?-hydroxyalkylamide units and (c) a deceleration agent, capable of reversibly blocking the functional groups of polymer (a). The deceleration agent is present in an amount sufficient to block at least 9% of the total amount of functional groups of polymer (a). The present invention relates also to the use of a specific amine compound as a deceleration agent in a powder paint composition.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2004Date of Patent: November 24, 2009Assignee: DSM IP Assets B.V.Inventors: Antonia Urmanova, Eimbert Gerrit Belder, Jurjen Bolks, Coenraad Maarten Gehrels
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Publication number: 20090171032Abstract: An ionomer obtained by reacting metal compound particles having an average particle diameter of 0.1 ?m or less, with a polymer having a structural unit derived from an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid anhydride. There are provided an ionomer which has the same flexibility and moldability as conventional olefin-based thermoplastic elastomers have, is good at mechanical properties, oil resistance and abrasion resistance, and is superior particularly in tensile strength at break and scratch resistance; a process for production thereof; and a molded article thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 21, 2005Publication date: July 2, 2009Applicant: JSR CorporationInventors: Kentarou Kanae, Minoru Tanaka
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Patent number: 7550199Abstract: A method for imparting resistance to staining to a substrate comprising contacting the substrate with a copolymer comprising the monomers of Formula wherein D is at least one vinyl monomer selected from the group consisting of aryl olefin, alpha olefin and diene, each M is independently H, Ca, Mg, Al, Na, or K, each R1 is independently H, C1-C6 alkyl, or C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, each R2 is independently linear or branched C1-C12 alkyl, C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, C6F5, arylalkyl, C6H4OH, R3COOH, or R3SO3H, or R1 and R2 are linked together to form a morpholino or pyrrolidino ring, R3 is linear or branched C1-C12 alkyl, CH(COOH)CH2CH2, C6H4, or C6H3(OH), h1+h2 is h, h is a positive integer, k is zero or a positive integer, i and j are each independently zero or a positive integer, provided that the total of 1) h÷(k+h+i+j) is from about 0.005 to about 0.7, 2) k÷(k+h+i+j) is from about 0.3 to about 0.6, 3) [i+j]÷(k+h+i+j) is 0 to about 0.6, and provided that the sum of 1)+2)+3) is 1.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2006Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: E.I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Timothy Edward Hopkins, Stephen Ernest Jacobson, Melea Rena Langley, Peter Michael Murphy
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Publication number: 20090123689Abstract: A carpet cushion has attached thereto or thereon a layer of polymer composition comprising, consisting essentially of, consisting of, or produced from a fatty acid-modified ionomer and optionally blended or coextruded with an ethylene-containing polymer wherein the ionomer comprises, consists essentially of, consists of, or is produced from an ethylene copolymer and a fatty acid.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2008Publication date: May 14, 2009Applicant: E. I. DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANYInventors: Donna Lynn Visioli, Gregory E. Hindman
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Patent number: 7531593Abstract: This invention relates to thermoplastic elastomer compositions comprising blends of polyether ester elastomers and crosslinkable poly(meth)acrylate rubbers, and the manufacture and use thereof in, for example, shaped or molded rubber articles.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2006Date of Patent: May 12, 2009Assignee: E.I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Hari Babu Sunkara, Herbert Vernon Bendler
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Patent number: 7452941Abstract: A process for preparing a surfactant, useful for dispersing tackifier resins in aqueous media, comprises reacting an ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid or anhydride, or an ester thereof, with a terpene- or hydrocarbon-based resin to form an adduct, then reacting the adduct with a polyalkylene polyol to yield the surfactant. In a related embodiment, the surfactant is subsequently functionalized. Also disclosed are surfactants prepared using a disclosed process; compositions comprising a disclosed surfactant and a tackifier resin; aqueous dispersions comprising a disclosed surfactant; tackifier resin and water; adhesive compositions comprising a disclosed aqueous dispersion and a polymer latex; and pressure sensitive adhesive overlays prepared using a disclosed adhesive composition.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2007Date of Patent: November 18, 2008Assignee: Arizona Chemical CompanyInventors: Erwin R Ruckel, Kerry L Thompson, George L Gergely
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Patent number: 7420018Abstract: The present invention provides: a water-absorbing agent which has excellent urine resistance; a water-absorbing agent which has not only excellent urine resistance, but also excellent absorption properties that are stable to any composition of urine and show little change with time; and production processes and uses for these water-absorbing agents. The present invention water-absorbing agent exhibits a specific or larger value of absorption capacity under a load in a process in which the absorption capacity under a load is measured in a new manner using a specific liquid to be absorbed, and the present invention provides an absorbent matter and an absorbent article which display a specific or larger value of new absorption index as is, for example, led from the absorption capacity under a load or from the resin concentration using the above water-absorbing agent. The present invention further provides a production process for a water-absorbing agent having the above specific parameter.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2005Date of Patent: September 2, 2008Assignee: Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.Inventors: Katsuyuki Wada, Hiroko Ueda, Naoko Takahashi, Kinya Nagasuna, Koji Miyake, Yasuhiro Fujita, Takumi Hatsuda
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Patent number: 7390855Abstract: A new family of concrete admixture additives can be derived from reacting a mixture of olefins/cyclic olefins-maleic anhydride copolymers and methoxy polyethylene glycol amines and/or polyethylene glycol monoalkyl ethers, or a mixture of styrene-maleic anhydride copolymers and methoxy polyethylene glycol amines and/or polyethylene glycol monoalkyl ethers, or a mixture of styrene-olefins/cyclic olefins-maleic anhydride terpolymers and methoxy polyethylene glycol amines and/or polyethylene glycol monoalkyl ethers. These reactions lead to formation of a kind of carboxylic salt containing polymer, which can be used alone in concrete. Only a small amount of this substance is needed to provide excellent water reduction, high concrete flowability and high early strength.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2007Date of Patent: June 24, 2008Assignee: Taiwan Gwan Chian Industrial Co., Ltd.Inventor: Theresa Tsai
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Patent number: 7368564Abstract: This invention is related to the fields of organic chemistry and nanotechnology. In particular, it relates to materials and methods for the preparation of organic synthons and bridged macrocyclic module compounds. The bridged macrocyclic module compounds may be used to prepare macrocyclic compositions such as nanofilms, which may be useful for filtration.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2004Date of Patent: May 6, 2008Assignee: Covalent Partners, LLCInventors: Jeffery A. Whiteford, William Freeman, Joshua W. Kriesel
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Patent number: 7354977Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for hydroxyalkylating terminal carboxylic acid groups. More specifically, this invention provides a process for preparing hydroxyl-functionalized materials, such as butadiene nitrile polymers, from carboxylic acid-functionalized materials, such as butadiene nitrile polymers, using a carbocyclic carbonate, such as ethylene carbonate, or a carbocyclic sulfite, such as ethylene sulfite.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 1998Date of Patent: April 8, 2008Assignee: Henkel CorporationInventors: John G. Woods, Susanne D. Morrill, Anthony F. Jacobine
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Patent number: 7294683Abstract: The present invention is directed to a non-gelled, curable composition including at least one compound having a plurality of imide functional groups. The compound in particular contains a reaction product of at least one secondary monoamine and at least one maleimide, and is suitable for use in coatings and castings.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2004Date of Patent: November 13, 2007Assignee: PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.Inventors: Kevin C. Olson, Gregory J. McCollum, Linda K. Anderson
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Patent number: 7256242Abstract: Esterified polyalkene/UAR copolymer reaction products useful as (1) a friction modifier for lubricating oils such as automatic transmission fluids to improve torque capacity and anti-shudder durability and for continuous variable transmissions (CVTs), (2) a friction modifier for fuels or (3) a cold flow improver for diesel fuels are provided. The esterified copolymer reaction product may be used as is or can be further derivatized (e.g., by post treatment of the esterified copolymer reaction product with, for example, ethylene carbonate or boric acid).Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2003Date of Patent: August 14, 2007Assignee: Chevron Oronite Company, LLCInventor: Kenneth D. Nelson
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Patent number: 7244790Abstract: The present invention relates to a curable thermoplastic elastomeric composition based on a polytrimethylene ether ester elastomer and a crosslinkable poly(meth)acrylate rubber system; and a melt processible thermoplastic elastomeric compositions based on a continuous phase comprising of a polytrimethylene ether ester elastomer and a disperse phase of a crosslinked poly(meth)acrylate rubber. A process for manufacturing such a melt processible thermoplastic elastomeric composition, and a shaped article (e.g. an extruded or molded article) made thereform, are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2005Date of Patent: July 17, 2007Assignee: E.I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Hari Babu Sunkara, Herbert Vernon Bendler, Howard C. Ng, Chun Sing Wong
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Patent number: 7208539Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermosetting resin composition comprising: (1) a metal salt of a disubstituted phosphinic acid, and (2) a resin having a dielectric constant of 2.9 or less at a frequency of 1 GHz or more, and a prepreg and a laminated board using the same.Type: GrantFiled: April 16, 2003Date of Patent: April 24, 2007Assignee: Hitachi Chemical Co., Ltd.Inventors: Shinji Tsuchikawa, Michitoshi Arata, Kenichi Tomioka, Kazuhito Kobayashi
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Patent number: 7193016Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there are provided toughening agents which are useful for improving the performance properties of epoxy-based adhesive formulations. For example, epoxidized polybutylacrylates have been found to be useful toughening agents of component level underfill adhesive compositions. Invention materials are generally liquid rubbers which provided improved fracture toughness while maintaining satisfactory capillary flow properties. Invention materials can be synthesized in neat (solventless) reactions from readily available low-cost raw materials and isolated in high yields. They have a branched telechelic structure with terminal epoxide functional groups. The polyacrylate is typically obtained as a mixture of epoxidized polymer, chain extended polyoligomer and unreacted monomer. Invention materials are compatible with common epoxy formulations and may be used without purification.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2003Date of Patent: March 20, 2007Assignee: Henkel CorporationInventors: John G. Woods, Mark M. Konarski, Kyra M. Kozak, Yuhshi Luh
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Patent number: 7101945Abstract: The invention relates to a phosphorus-containing polymer for coating dielectric materials, to processes for its preparation and to its use, as well as to an optical signal transducer having a coating of the polymer and to its use.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2002Date of Patent: September 5, 2006Assignee: Bayer AktiengesellschaftInventors: Ingmar Dorn, Burkhard Köhler
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Patent number: 7071264Abstract: This invention relates to rapid curing coating compositions that are particularly useful for automotive OEM and refinish applications. The coating composition includes a crosslinkable component that contains a novel highly branched acrylic polymer, and a crosslinking component that contains conventional crosslinking agents, such as polyisocyanate and melamine. This invention is also directed to a process for producing coatings from the rapid curing coating compositions. These compositions are especially useful in providing hard highly crosslinked coatings.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2004Date of Patent: July 4, 2006Assignee: E.I. du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Thomas Robert Darling, Robert John Barsotti, Alexei A. Gridnev, Patricia Mary Ellen Sormani
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Patent number: 7060756Abstract: A method is provided for obtaining crosslinked polymers having pendent sulfonic acid groups by crosslinking through the sulfonic acid groups or their precursors with aromatic crosslinkers or aromatic pendent crosslinking groups to form aromatic sulfones. Such crosslinked polymers may be used to make polymer electrolyte membranes (PEM's) that may be used in electrolytic cells such as fuel cells.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2003Date of Patent: June 13, 2006Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Naiyong Jing, Michael A. Yandrasits, Steven J. Hamrock
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Patent number: 7037993Abstract: A norbornene ring-opened polymer which in the molecule has repeating units represented by the formula (1): wherein R1 represents Q, R2 represents Q or C(?O)R5, R3 represents Q or C(?O)R6, and R4 represents Q or X—C(?O)R7 (wherein Q represents hydrogen, a C1-10 hydrocarbon group, etc.; R5, R6 and R7 each represents hydroxyl, C1-10 alkoxyl, etc., provided that R6 and R7 may be bonded to each other to constitute oxygen, NH, etc.; X represents methylene, etc., provided that when R2 is Q, then R3 is C(?O)R6 and R4 is X—C(?O)R7 and that when R4 is Q, then R2 is C(?O)R5, R3 is C(?O)R6, and the configuration of R2 and R3 is trans, and m is 0 or 1), the polymer having a weight-average molecular weight as determined by gel permeation chromatography of 1,000 to 1,000,000. Also provided is a hydrogenation product of the norbornene ring-opened polymer. The norbornene ring-opened polymer and the hydrogenation product are excellent in heat resistance, electrical properties, etc.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2003Date of Patent: May 2, 2006Assignee: Zeon CorporationInventors: Kazunori Taguchi, Seiji Okada, Yasuo Tsunogae
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Patent number: 6964998Abstract: The present invention provides: a water-absorbing agent which has excellent urine resistance; a water-absorbing agent which has not only excellent urine resistance, but also excellent absorption properties that are stable to any composition of urine and show little change with time; and production processes and uses for these water-absorbing agents. The present invention water-absorbing agent exhibits a specific or larger value of absorption capacity under a load in a process in which the absorption capacity under a load is measured in a new manner using a specific liquid to be absorbed, and the present invention provides an absorbent matter and an absorbent article which display a specific or larger value of new absorption index as is, for example, led from the absorption capacity under a load or from the resin concentration using the above water-absorbing agent. The present invention further provides a production process for a water-absorbing agent having the above specific parameter.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2003Date of Patent: November 15, 2005Assignee: Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.Inventors: Katsuyuki Wada, Hiroko Ueda, Naoko Takahashi, Kinya Nagasuna, Koji Miyake, Yasuhiro Fujita, Takuni Hatsuda
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Cross-linked polymer and process for producing the same, absorptive structure and absorptive article
Patent number: 6951911Abstract: A crosslinked polymer (A) which comprises, as essential structural units, units derived from (a) one or more vinyl monomers selected from the group consisting of water-soluble vinyl monomers and/or vinyl monomers which become water-soluble upon hydrolysis and units derived from (b) a crosslinking agent and which satisfies the following requirements: (1): (X)?25 g/g, (2): (Y)?15 g/g, and (3): (Y)??0.54 (X)+41. It has exceedingly high water retentivity and exceedingly high absorbing power under load. When applied to an absorbent structure and an absorbent article, the polymer has excellent absorbing performance. In the relationships, (X) is the amount of physiological saline retained through 1-hour absorption and (Y) is the amount of physiological saline absorbed through 1-hour standing under a load of 60 g/cm2.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2002Date of Patent: October 4, 2005Assignee: Sanyo Chemical Industries, Ltd.Inventors: Daisuke Tagawa, Tatsuya Asai, Yoshiyuki Iwasaki, Yoshihisa Ota, Keiji Tanaka -
Patent number: 6943219Abstract: The present invention provides a vinyl polymer with an epoxy group terminally introduced therein and an epoxy resin composition comprising (A) an epoxy resin and (B) a vinyl polymer which has a main chain produced by living radical polymerization and has a reactive functional group at a main chain terminus. A flexible epoxy resin composition can be obtained using these compounds. The invention further provides an epoxy resin composition having an epoxy group at a main chain terminus thereof.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2003Date of Patent: September 13, 2005Assignee: Kaneka CorporationInventors: Kenichi Kitano, Yoshiki Nakagawa, Masayuki Fujita
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Patent number: 6914097Abstract: A process for producing acid functionalized polyolefins by hydrolyzing maleic anhydride grafts using a dispersion technique is provided. Acid functionalized polyolefin powders produced by the process as well as adhesive blends formulated therewith are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2002Date of Patent: July 5, 2005Assignee: Equistar Chemicals LPInventors: Daniel R. Ward, Douglas C. McFaddin, Bradley P. Etherton
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Patent number: 6900274Abstract: A process for preparing a surfactant, useful for dispersing tackifier resins in aqueous media, comprises reacting an ??-unsaturated carboxylic acid or anhydride, or an ester thereof, with a terpene- or hydrocarbon-based resin to form an adduct, then reacting the adduct with a polyalkylene polyol to yield the surfactant. In a related embodiment, the surfactant is subsequently functionalized. Also disclosed are surfactants prepared using a disclosed process; compositions comprising a disclosed surfactant and a tackifier resin; aqueous dispersions comprising a disclosed surfactant; tackifier resin and water; adhesive compositions comprising a disclosed aqueous dispersion and a polymer latex; and pressure sensitive adhesive overlays prepared using a disclosed adhesive composition.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2003Date of Patent: May 31, 2005Assignee: Arizona Chemical CompanyInventors: Erwin R. Ruckel, Kerry L. Thompson, George L. Gergely, Jr.
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Patent number: 6893684Abstract: Anti-reflective compositions and methods of using those compositions with low dielectric constant materials are provided. In one embodiment, the compositions include polymers comprising recurring monomers having unreacted ring members. In another embodiment, the polymers further comprise recurring monomers comprising ring members reacted with a light attenuating compound so as to open the ring. The compositions can be applied to dielectric layers so as to minimize or prevent reflection during the dual damascene process while simultaneously blocking via or photoresist poisoning which commonly occurs when organic anti-reflective coatings are applied to low dielectric constant layers.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2002Date of Patent: May 17, 2005Assignee: Brewer Science Inc.Inventors: Rama Puligadda, James E. Lamb, III, Tony D. Flaim
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Patent number: 6891019Abstract: Anionic polymerization initiators useful in the preparation of polymers having a protected amine functional group. The amine functionality includes a first protecting group, which can be aralkyl, methyl, allyl or tertiary alkyl group. The other of the amine protecting groups can be the same as the first protecting group. Alternatively, the second protecting group can be different from the first protecting group, in which case it is selected to have differential stability to agents used to remove the aralkyl, methyl, allyl or tertiary alkyl protecting group.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2002Date of Patent: May 10, 2005Assignee: FMC CorporationInventors: Thorsten Werner Brockmann, Randy W. Hall
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Patent number: 6884838Abstract: Provided is a fiberglass binder composition which comprises a polycarboxy polymer modified with a fatty acid, and a polyol. The binder also preferably includes a catalyst which is an alkali metal salt of a phosphorus-containing organic acid. The resultant binder provides minimal processing difficulties and a fiberglass product which exhibits minimal water absorption.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2003Date of Patent: April 26, 2005Assignee: Johns Manville International, Inc.Inventors: Thomas J. Taylor, Philip Francis Miele, Lance Wang
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Patent number: 6875804Abstract: The syndiotactic polystirene resin composition according to the present invention is superior in compatibility between a syndiotactic polystyrene and a rubber component and mechanical properties such as impact strength, in which a syndiotactic polystyrene-maleic anhydride (sPS-MA) and a hydrogenated styrene/butadiene/styrene-maleic anhydride (SEBS-MA) are employed as compatibilizers and a diamine compound is added as a coupling agent. The compatibilizers and coupling agents improve polarity of both the syndiotactic polystyrene and the rubber component and impact strength of the syndiotactic polystyrene composition.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2000Date of Patent: April 5, 2005Assignee: Samsung Atofina Co., Inc.Inventors: Xuequan Zhang, Jae Gon Lim
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Patent number: 6841592Abstract: Cationic mordants are described that will not significantly interact with anionic dyes in aqueous jet inks, but will form strong complexes with the dyes on the substrate as the water is absorbed and dissipated. The mordants are cationic amide salts of maleated hydrocarbons, and when in aqueous dispersions have an average particle size of less than one micron. These materials result in less feathering of the ink during printing and improved waterfastness of the ink on a paper substrate.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2002Date of Patent: January 11, 2005Assignee: Baker Hughes IncorporatedInventor: Richard J. Nadolsky
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Publication number: 20040214958Abstract: Elastomeric polymers that have been functionalized are shown to provide superior extruded profiles for use in vehicle sealing systems. Generally the, polymers functionalized are the ethylene, -alpha-olefin, non-conjugated diene monomer terpolymers or ethylene, -alpha-olefin copolymers. The elastomeric polymers are functionalized with one or more of carboxylic acids, anhydrides, hydroxyl, epoxide or amine functionality. The functionalized elastomeric polymers are generally used in conjunction with non-functionalized elastomeric polymers. The functionalized elastomeric polymers provide superior adhesion to the additional components used to enhance functionality and/or aesthetics. Among the vehicle sealing systems discussed are glass run channels, inner belt line seals, outer belt line seals and door seals.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2004Publication date: October 28, 2004Inventors: Eric Paul Jourdain, J R H. Schauder, Guy J. Wouters
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Publication number: 20040206466Abstract: A method for making paper to enhance its wet strength includes adding separately to a cellulosic paper pulp furnish the following additives to form a treated pulp: a cationic wet strength resin whose cationic sites bond to anionic sites of cellulose fibers contained in the paper pulp furnish, and a hydrophobically modified anionic polyelectrolyte whose anionic sites bond with cationic sites of the cationic wet strength resin.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2003Publication date: October 21, 2004Inventors: Bruce J. Kokko, David W. White
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Patent number: 6803439Abstract: Provided is a fiberglass binder composition which comprises a polycarboxy polymer, polyol and a fatty acid. The binder also preferably includes a catalyst which is an alkali metal salt of a phosphorus-containing organic acid. The resultant binder provides minimal processing difficulties and a product which exhibits minimal water absorption.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2003Date of Patent: October 12, 2004Assignee: Johns Nanville International, Inc.Inventor: Thomas J. Taylor
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Publication number: 20040186239Abstract: Methods of making permanently wettable superabsorbent material are provided. The permanently wettable superabsorbent materials made by the method have a floating time less than 30 seconds and cause a reduction in surface tension of saline less than about 30%. The methods involve treating the superabsorbent material with a surfactant solution. A surfactant is used that has at least one functional group that is reactive with the superabsorbent material and at least one non-reactive and hydrophilic functional group. The surfactant is applied to the superabsorbent material when the functional groups on the surface of the superabsorbent material are activated. Permanently wettable superabsorbent materials, such as fibers, made by the method and disposable absorbent products comprising the permanently wettable superabsorbent material are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2004Publication date: September 23, 2004Inventors: Jian Qin, Xiaomin Zhang, Sridhar Ranganathan, Yong Li
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Patent number: 6787611Abstract: Polymers derived from 4-acyloxystyrene are purified by fractionalization plus heating and cooling of the polymers in alcoholic solvents.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2003Date of Patent: September 7, 2004Assignee: Chemfirst Electronic Materials L.P.Inventor: Michael T. Sheehan
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Publication number: 20040167273Abstract: Provided is a fiberglass binder composition which comprises a polycarboxy polymer modified with a fatty acid, and a polyol. The binder also preferably includes a catalyst which is an alkali metal salt of a phosphorus-containing organic acid. The resultant binder provides minimal processing difficulties and a fiberglass product which exhibits minimal water absorption.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2003Publication date: August 26, 2004Inventors: Thomas J. Taylor, Philip Francis Miele, Lance Wang
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Publication number: 20040167288Abstract: Provided is a fiberglass binder composition which comprises a polycarboxy polymer, polyol and a fatty acid. The binder also preferably includes a catalyst which is an alkali metal salt of a phosphorus-containing organic acid. The resultant binder provides minimal processing difficulties and a product which exhibits minimal water absorption.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2003Publication date: August 26, 2004Inventor: Thomas J. Taylor