Abstract: A functionalized polymer defined by the formula where ? is a polymer chain, R10 is a divalent organic group, and ? is a hydroxyl group, an alkoxyl group, or an amine group, where the amine group can be represented by the formula —NR2, where at least one R is a monovalent organic group and where the second R is hydrogen or a monovalent organic group, and where the alkoxyl group can be represented by the formula —OR?, where R? is a monovalent organic group.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to rubbery block polymers containing a polylactone, such as polycaprolactone, methods of making the same, and to rubber compounds containing those block polymers. The rubbery block polymer is an anionically polymerized block polymer defined by A-B, wherein A includes at least one type of polymerized conjugated diene monomer, a polymerized vinyl aromatic monomer, or a mixture thereof and wherein B is a polylactone, such as polycaprolactone, which is hydroxy terminated. The rubbery block polymer may be compounded so to provide, for example, a tire tread with desirable properties for use in an automobile tire. Such rubber compound, for example, can include the rubbery block polymer, an organosilane coupling agent, such as a bis(trialkoxysilyl) alkane, bis(trialkoxysilylalkyl) polysulfide, or mixtures thereof, and silica filler in specified amounts.

Abstract: A positive working resist composition comprises a specific resin. The specific resin comprises: a repeating unit having a first specific group; and a repeating unit having a second specific group, the first specific group being different from the second specific group; and a specific structure in an end terminal of the resin. The specific resin decomposes by action of an acid to increase its solubility in an alkaline developer.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to a process for the preparation of star and block-copolymers, which are prepared by controlled free radical polymerization using epoxy-functionalized alkoxyamines and multifunctional compounds capable of reacting with the epoxy group.

Abstract: A photosensitive compound has two or more structural units, in a molecule, represented by the following general formula (1): wherein R1 to R5 are selected from the group consisting of hydrogen atom, halogen atom, alkyl group, alkoxy group, acetoxy group, phenyl group, naphthyl group, and alkyl group in which a part or all of hydrogen atoms are substituted with fluorine atom; and X is a substituted or unsubstituted phenylene group or a substituted or unsubstituted naphthylene group.

Abstract: An improved curable formaldehyde-free binding composition is provided. Such curable composition comprises the reaction product of a polyanhydride and a polyol crosslinker and a lower molecular weight anhydride. Initially, the polyanhydride is modified through reaction with a polyol (e.g., a glycol or an alkanolamine) and subsequently is grafted with the lower molecular weight anhydride (e.g., maleic anhydride) to form a water-soluble or water-dispersible curable reaction product. The composition is well suited for binding fibrous materials (e.g., a mat of glass fibers) or for bonding together non-fibrous materials. The binder composition displays an advantageous viscosity so as to facilitate a flowable application with ease combined with an adequately high molecular weight to satisfactorily undergo service as a binder following curing even when harsh environmental conditions (e.g.

Abstract: Provided is a curable fluoropolymer composition comprising a fluoropolymer comprising interpolymerized units of tetrafluoroethylene, perfluoro(aliphatic vinyl)ether, and a nitrogen-containing cure site monomer; a catalyst to form cross-links with the nitrogen-containing cure site monomer; an organic peroxide; a co-agent to participate in a peroxide cure; and a hydrotalcite compound. Also provided is an article comprising the cured fluoropolymer reaction product of the curable composition and a method for forming a shaped article.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compositions comprising (a) anionic block copolymers of mono alkenyl arenes and conjugated dienes where one of the blocks is a controlled distribution copolymer of a conjugated diene and mono alkenyl arene having a specific arrangement of the monomers in the copolymer block, and (b) tailored softening modifiers have a particular structure that results in a surprising improvement in properties for the composition. Also included are processes for the manufacturing such novel compositions and various end-uses and applications for such compositions.

Abstract: A composition comprising a polymer according to Structure 1 wherein R is H, Me, Et or C6H5; R? is H or Me; n is a number from 1 to 100; and Z is a number from 1 to 3; f is a number from 1 to 5, with f=1 if B is nothing; A is residue of a hydrogenated polybutadiene backbone; and B nothing or it is a difunctional organic linking group is disclosed. The composition can be cured and used in a wide range of articles such as a photopolymer printing plate, sealant, caulk, encapsulent, road marking paint, photoresist, binder, impact modifier, polymer modifier, oxygen or water vapor barrier coating, conformal coating, solder mask, pigment dispersion, stereolithograph, laminating resin, grafted co-polymer, composite, optical fiber coating, paper coating, metal coating, glass coating, plastic coating, wood coating, waterproofing material, electrical insulating material, automotive belt or hose, tire, engine mount, gasket, golf ball core, and rubber roll.

Abstract: 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).

Abstract: A gel-type polymer electrolyte, wherein said polymer comprises (A) an ethylene-unsaturated carboxylic acid copolymer or a derivative thereof and (B) a polyalkylene oxide having a hydroxyl group at one terminal thereof or a derivative thereof, which are bonded together by an ester bond. The gel-type polymer electrolyte has a high ionic conductivity, and makes it possible to provides a cell which has excellent charge/discharge characteristics at low temperatures as well as at high temperatures.

Abstract: An underwater antifouling coating composition which contains a metal pyrithione compound and cuprous oxide as an active ingredient, and a compound represented by the general formula (II): (wherein M2 is H, Na, ½Zn or ½Cu) as a stabilizer has high storage stability over long.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a water-swellable material comprising an inherently crosslinked polymer matrix and inorganic solid particles bound therein with a time-dependent swelling behavior that corresponds to a water uptake of at least 7.5 times the inherent weight of the hybrid material within one hour, as well as the applications thereof. The present invention further relates to a method for manufacture of such a water-swellable hybrid material.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for preparing an additive comprising the steps of: (1) reacting a polymer derived from of an olefin containing 2 to 8 carbon atoms with an acylating agent to form an acylated polymer, and (2) reacting the acylated polymer of step (1) in a medium substantially free of to free of sulphur with: (a) ammonia or an amine to form a succinimide product; or (b) water to form a hydrolysed product, wherein the mole ratio of the acylating agent to polymer in step (1) is from 0.3:1 to 1.6:1. The invention further relates to compositions containing the additive and its use.

Abstract: A method for producing an elastomer composition comprising allowing a cross-linked elastomer composition in the presence of (A) a fluid composed of a gaseous substance at an ordinary temperature and an ordinary pressure at a high pressure and (B) at least one component selected from a cross-linkable or polymerizable monomer, oligomer and polymer to thereby impregnate the component (B) into the cross-linked elastomer composition, then cross-linking or polymerizing the impregnated composition.

Abstract: This invention provides methods to form modified hydrogel materials using reactive compounding. The method includes mixing a hydrogel material with a plasticizer in a compounding apparatus. During mixing, a reactive chemical compound is added to the mixture that reacts with the hydrogel material to form a modified hydrogel material.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of protecting a surface of an automobile body covered by an automobile finish which comprises applying a continuous coating of an automobile protectant finish composition to the surface, which composition comprises, before drying, an aqueous solution or emulsion comprising a film-forming, an or methacrylic acid co-polymer; and removing excess water from said coating to form a continuous coating of said copolymer on said surface.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to waterborne curable film-forming compositions comprising a film-forming resin, a crosslinking agent, and an additive comprising isostearic acid neutralized with dimethylethanolamine. The compositions are essentially free of additives derived from reaction products of isocyanate functional materials and alkoxypolyalkylene compounds. The present invention further provides multi-component composite coating compositions comprising a first film-forming composition applied to a substrate to form a primer or base coat, and a second film-forming composition applied on top of the primer or base coat to form a top coat, the top coat comprising the composition described above. Coating compositions prepared from the curable compositions of the present invention demonstrate superior pop resistance properties, making them ideally suited for automotive applications.

Abstract: A polymeric composition comprising a polymer and a nucleation agent, and having isotropic shrinkage of less than about 20% and a differential shrinkage of less than about 20%.

Abstract: A one-pot polymerization process of preparing long chain branching polymers is provided. Also described is a “T” reagent that serves as a link between main and side chains of an inventive long chain branching polymer. A “T” reagent has at least two functionalities, serving as both co-monomer and chain transfer reaction agent. Optionally, a copolymerization reaction between an alpha-olefin and “T” reagent takes place initially to incorporate some “T” molecules in the polyolefin main chain, and the incorporated “T” units then behave as chain transfer agents for reacting with the propagating polyolefin chains to form side chains. In a particular embodiment, a polymerization process for preparing long chain branching polyethylene (LCBPE) and long chain branching polypropylene (LCBPP) is detailed.

Abstract: A filtering unit for removing a virucidal substance from a biological fluid including an outer casing having at least one input aperture and at least one output aperture. The outer casing including a filter medium, which separates the filtration unit into an input compartment and an output compartment. The filter medium includes at least one hydrophilic material able to absorb or adsorb the virucidal substance. The at least one hydrophilic material includes either porous non-woven material or a porous membrane.

Abstract: The use of nitroxides to control free radical cured resin systems used in the production of thermosetting materials such as bulk molded compositions, sheet molded compositions, and pultrusions is disclosed. The invention could also be employed in other resin systems where control of kinetics would be desirable such as in adhesive formulations, in solid surface composites, and certain types of polyester casting resins.

Abstract: Aqueous, hydroxy-functional binder dispersions with a low solvent content and based on hydroxy-functional copolymers. The binders are prepared by subjecting one or more vinyl monomer mixtures containing OH-free (meth)acrylic esters and/or vinylaromatics, hydroxy-functional vinyl monomers and/or hydroxy-functional (meth)acrylic esters, and ionic and/or potentially ionic monomers capable of free-radical copolymerization, to free-radical polymerization in the presence of at least one compound containing lactone groups and subsequently dispersing the resultant copolymer before or after addition of a neutralizing agent in water. The binder combinations can be used in coating materials.

Abstract: Vinylamine-containing polymers are disclosed where the amine groups are substituted with (1) cationic functional groups, (2) anionic functional groups, (3) hydrophobic functional groups, (4) hydrophilic functional groups, (5) functional groups that impart amphoteric characteristics to the polymers, or (6) combinations thereof. Also disclosed are processes for preparing such polymers, as well as compositions comprising such polymers. Among other applications, these polymers can be used in papermaking applications as dry strength additives, wet strength additives, retention aids, drainage aids, and pitch and stickies control agents.

Abstract: A medical device having a lubricious coating on at least a section of the medical device, and a method of coating a medical device, the lubricious coating being a network of a hydrophilic compound cross-linked to itself and interlocked with a network of a cross-linked polymerized multifunctional monomer or polymer. The coating can include one or more agents which provide enhanced adhesion of the coating on the device, or which provide faster hydration of the coating and/or improved lubricity. Additionally, the lubricious coating can be provided with one or more therapeutic or diagnostic agents, and in one embodiment the agent elutes relatively quickly in a concentrated release from the lubricious coating upon hydration of the coating.

Abstract: A method is provided for modifying a poly(arylene vinylene) or poly(heteroarylene vinylene) precursor polymer having dithiocarbamate moieties by reacting it with an acid and further optionally reacting the acid-modified polymer with a nucleophilic agent. Also provided are novel polymers and copolymers bearing nucleophilic side groups which are useful as components of electronic devices, e.g. in the form of thin layers.

Abstract: A composition for manufacturing a product, comprises: finely subdivided inert materials, a metal oxide, a metal chloride, a resin, a thickening agent, a surfactant; a method for manufacturing a product comprises: mixing a solution of metal chloride with a metal oxide and finely subdivided inert materials, so as to obtain a mixture; adding to said mixture a resin, an a surfactant; pouring said mixture into a mould in such a way as to impregnate a fibre material sheet positioned inside said mould; enabling said mixture to solidify, so as to manufacture said product.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for compounding polycondensates selected from the group consisting of polyamide, polyester and polycarbonate, in the presence of an epoxy-containing styrene and/or (meth)acrylic monomer, of a bisphenol A epoxide or of an epoxy-containing natural oil or fatty acid ester, which comprises carrying out the compounding at temperatures less than/equal to 220° C. and in the presence of an activator selected from the group consisting of: zinc, titanium compound and C1-C12-alkyltriphenylphosphonium halide.

Abstract: A novel method of preparing carboxyl-terminated polymers. A monomer is mixed with an organolithium initiator in a hydrocarbon solvent so as to anionically polymerize linear living polymer lithium chains. A trialkyl aluminum compound is also mixed so as to form polymer lithium: aluminate complexes in equilibrium with the linear living polymer lithium chains. When a cyclic anhydride terminator is mixed, the cyclic anhydride terminator preferentially reacts with the C—Li center on a living polymer lithium chain rather than with the C—Al—Li center on a polymer lithium: aluminate complex.

Abstract: A process is described for functionalizing a copolymer comprising units derived from at least one ?-olefin and units derived from at least one diene, which copolymer contains at least one double bond. The process comprises reacting the copolymer with at least one functionalizing agent to introduce polar pendant oxygen-containing functional groups onto the copolymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing a modified propylene-based polymer containing modifying a propylene-based polymer by a radical initiator and an organic acid, a modified propylene-based polymer obtained by the method, and an adhesive composition containing the modified propylene-based polymer. The propylene-based polymer is a propylene homopolymer satisfying the conditions of (a) mmmm=20 to 60 mol %, (b) [rrrr/(1-mmmm)]?0.1, (c) rmrm>2.5 mol %, (d) mmxrr/(mr)2?2.0, and (e) the weight ratio (W25) of components eluted at 25° C. or lower in a temperature programmed chromatography is 20 to 100% by weight, or a propylene copolymer satisfying the condition of (h) the stereoregularity index (P) obtained by 13C-NMR measurement is 55 to 90 mol %. The modified propylene-based polymer of the invention can make a polyolefin, etc. more adhesive, stronger, or flexible, to be useful for a high-adhesive sealant or an polyolefin with increased compatibility to an inorganic filler, etc.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for synthesizing an epoxidized polymer that includes the steps of: (1) preparing a cationically stabilized polymer latex containing at least one conjugated diolefin monomer in a first stage, (2) treating the polymer latex from step (1) with formic or acetic acid and hydrogen peroxide, and (3) allowing the mixture to react for a predetermined time and predetermined temperature to attain the desired level of epoxidation.

Abstract: A process for forming a multilayer film includes coating a polymeric substrate film with a liquid fluoropolymer coating. The liquid fluoropolymer coating includes a fluoropolymer, solvent, a compatible cross-linkable adhesive polymer, and a cross-linking agent. The process further includes cross-linking the compatible cross-linkable adhesive polymer to form a cross-linked polymer network in the fluoropolymer coating, removing the solvent from the fluoropolymer coating, and adhering the fluoropolymer coating to the polymeric substrate film. A liquid fluoropolymer coating composition includes a fluoropolymer selected from homopolymers and copolymers of vinyl fluoride and homopolymers and copolymers of vinylidene fluoride, solvent, a compatible cross-linkable adhesive polymer, and a cross-linking agent. A fluoropolymer coated film includes a polymeric substrate film and a fluoropolymer coating on the polymeric substrate film.

Abstract: A resealable adhesive formulation comprises a paraffinic hydrocarbon, an aliphatic ester, an aliphatic alcohol, an acrylate adhesive, a surfactant free of perfluoroalkylsulfonyl groups and optionally a tackifying resin. The adhesive is capable of multiple open/close cycles and is particularly useful for resealable cassettes and cartridges for medical imaging films.

Abstract: A process is described for epoxidizing an ethylenically unsaturated isobutene polymer, in which an organic phase comprising the isobutene polymer is contacted with an aqueous phase which comprises formic acid and hydrogen peroxide. The process affords essentially quantitative conversions after a short reaction time.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition which includes macrocyclic ethylene isophthalate dimer. More specifically, the composition can be: i) A composition comprising polyhydric alcohol, multi-functional carboxylic acid and macrocyclic ethylene isophthalate dimer; ii) A multi-arm polyester resin having a polymer containing: a central unit of a multi-functional molecule of either a multi-functional carboxylic acid or a multi-functional polyhydric alcohol, but not both, and arms derived from macrocyclic ethylene isophthalate dimer. iii) An unsaturated polyester comprising a macrocyclic ethylene isophthalate dimer and one or more polyhydric alcohols, and optionally, one or more aliphatic and/or aromatic acids to form a melt of polymer; then condensing the polymer and one or more ethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic acids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to radiation-curable compositions useful as ink vehicles or inks, in particular UV-curable inks, such as UV-litho inks, comprising a (meth)acrylated styrene allyl alcohol copolymer obtained from the (meth)acrylation of a styrene allyl alcohol (SAA) copolymer with (meth)acrylic acid and/or one or more alkyl(meth)acrylates, and at least one alkoxylated acrylated monomer.

Abstract: Ethylene vinyl acetate compositions that have been partially crosslinked using organic peroxides are disclosed, as well as methods for their production. The crosslinked compositions have low melt index values and increased tensile strength, leading to flexibility and heat resistant properties.

Abstract: A composition and an article therewith are disclosed wherein the composition comprises or is a blend that comprises, consists essentially of, consists of, or is produced from, about 1 to about 40, or about 5 to about 35, about 10 to about 30, or about 10 to about 20 or 25% of a polyamide and about 60 to about 99, about 65 to about 95, about 70 to about 90, or about 75 or 80 to about 90% of an ionomer, all based on the weight of the blend.

Abstract: A nano-particle composition including a polar core and a hydrophobic surface layer is provided. The nano-particles have a mean average diameter less than about 100 nm. Methods are disclosed for making and using the nano-particles. The nano-particles can be modified via, for example, hydrogenation or functionalization. The nano-particles can advantageously be incorporated into rubbers, elastomers, and thermoplastics.

Abstract: A process for the production of cellulose/plastic composites, characterized in that cellulose, more particularly wood, a plastic, more particularly polyvinyl chloride, a compatibilizer containing carboxylic anhydride groups, and a catalyst from the group of heteroaromatic compounds are combined, mixed together, preferably at a temperature in the range from 50° to 130° C., and the dry blend obtained is subsequently heated to a temperature above the melting temperature of the plastic, subjected to the desired shaping process, and allowed to cool.

Abstract: Provided is a method comprising reacting the anionic living end of a polymer that is end capped with a steric hindering compound with a carbonyl-containing compound to produce a polymer with a homolytically cleaveable group. An engineered plastic may then be produced by adding the polymer containing a homolytically cleavable group to a solvent comprising at least one vinyl monomer; (b) optionally adding at least one additional inert solvent; (c) optionally adding additives selected from the group consisting of extender oils, modifiers, and antioxidants; and (d) initiating polymerization of the at least one vinyl monomer by the use of an initiator and/or heat, wherein a free radical is produced from the polymer containing a homolytically cleavable group.

Abstract: An antifouling coating which comprises a varnish comprised of a metal-containing acrylic resin having, in a side chain thereof, at least one group represented by the following formula (1): wherein X represents a group of the formula: n represents 0 or 1; Y represents a hydrocarbon group; M represents a metal; m represents an integer equal to [(the valence number of metal M)?1]; A represents an organic acid residue derived from a monobasic acid, said varnish having a nonvolatile fraction of not less than 40 weight % and a viscosity at 25° C. of not more than 18 poises and said antifouling coating having a volatile organic compound (VOC) content of not more than 400 g/L.

Abstract: The crosslinker of the invention is an asymmetrical polyvinyl crosslinker that disassociates at elevated temperature, and is especially useful in the preparation of superabsorbent polymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a high gloss car wash-resistant coating composition comprising an epoxy-functional binder and a cross-linker reactive with the epoxy groups of the binder and a method to prepare such a car wash-resistant coating. The invention further relates to the use of said coating composition, as a pigment-free top coat or a clear coat, in the finishing and refinishing of articles, for example motorcycles, cars, trains, buses, trucks, and aeroplanes. The coating composition after curing forms a coating having an initial gloss of at least 81 GU and a loss of gloss (LoG) of less than 0.25, the loss of gloss being determined by the formula (I) LoG=(1?e(A/X))/(1+eK)+(1?eD*?Tg) ??(I) wherein K=B*(Tgonset?C) In formula I A=?8.03, B=?0.21, C=328 and D=?0.00304.

Abstract: A method for the production of packaging material systems for technical and pharmaceutical individual doses uses acid-catalyzed acetalization reaction of polyvinyl alcohol with vinyl alcohol copolymers (PVACL) produced with starch or starch derivatives in conjunction with destructuring agents. In the method, vinyl alcohol copolymers (PVCL) which contain water and which are soluble in cold water are produced either beforehand or after from the films and destructuring agents are added such that the hydrogen bridges between the polymer chains are fully or partially interrupted and that the films of vinyl alcohol copolymers thus prepared are subsequently heated to temperatures below the melting or expansion intervals thereof and are further processed in a sealing process using pressure for the production of a sealing seam for packaging in the form of individual doses.

Abstract: The invention relates to high-molecular, crosslinked polyvinyl butyrals, obtainable by (self-) crosslinking polyvinyl butyrals that contain coacetalated, acid-functionalized aldehydes. The invention also relates to a method for producing the same and to the use thereof.

Abstract: Basic and acid dispersants derived from branched alkyl aliphatic acids and alcohols and one or more hydroxy carboxylic acid or lactone to give a polyoxyalkylenecarbonyl chain (POAC) having a terminal carboxylic acid group (TPOAC acid) or terminal hydroxy group (TPOAC alcohol). Preferred basic dispersants are obtained by reaching one or more TPOAC acids with a polyamine or polyimine such as polyethyleneimine and preferred anionic dispersants are prepared by forming a phosphate ester of a TPOAC alcohol.

Abstract: A process for forming an ene reaction product wherein an enophile, such as maleic anhydride, is reacted with reactive polyalkene having a terminal vinylidene content of at least 30 mol. %, at high temperature in the presence of a free radical inhibitor. The polyalkenyl acylating agents are useful per se as additives in lubricating oils, functional fluids, and fuels and also serve as intermediates in the preparation of other products (e.g., succinimides) useful as additives in lubricating oils, functional fluids, and fuels. The presence of the free radical inhibitor during the high temperature reaction results in a reaction product that is low, or substantially free from sediment.

Abstract: Fluoropolymers are disclosed. The fluoropolymers include (i) units derived from a fluoromonomer composition comprising chlorotrifluoroethylene, and (ii) units derived from at least one donor monomer composition. In the disclosed fluoropolymers, units (i) and (ii) are distributed along the fluoropolymer chain in a substantially alternating fashion. Also disclosed are thermosetting compositions containing such fluoropolymers, substrates coated with such compositions, methods for making such compositions, and methods for coating substrates with such compositions.