Abstract: Production of polyenaminonitriles including those which can be cyclized to very stable poly(aminoquinolines) without the evolution of any small molecules and thus in a manner free of volatiles. The polyenaminonitriles are polymers which have desirable dielectric properties, and include those which can be cyclized to poly(aminoquinolines) without the evolution of volatiles to make defect-free films and composites of similar dielectric properties because of this characteristic.

Abstract: Disclosed are rigid fluorinated monomers, their preparation, and polymers derived therefrom based on two novel tricyclic xanthene core systems, 9,9-bis(perfluoroalkyl)xanthene (I) and 9-phenyl-9-perfluoroalkylxanthene (II). The monomers have utility in the preparation of advanced high-performance polymers, particularly polyimides.

Abstract: A fiber product comprising one or more fibers of aromatic polyamide polymer having a microscopic structure of an extended molecular chain, free of crystal defect layers perpendicular to the fiber axis, a high inherent viscosity of at least 3.0 [dl/g], and a high tensile strength of at least 15 g/d, said inherent viscosity being determined at 30.degree. C. using a concentration of 0.5 grams of said polymer in 100 ml of concentration sulfuric acid.

Abstract: There are provided novel rod-like heterocyclic aromatic polymers having repeating groups of the formula: ##STR1## wherein Y is --S--, --O-- or --NR--, R is --H, an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms or an aromatic group having 1 or 2 aromatic rings, and the bullet symbol (.cndot.) indicates hydrogen bonding.

Abstract: A thermoplastically processible aromatic polyetheramide, in which the structure comprises the repeating units of the formulae--CO--AR--CO-- (A)and--NH--Ar--O--Ar--X--Ar--O--Ar--NH-- (B)in which Ar signifies a bivalent unsubstituted or substituted aromatic radical having 6 carbon atoms, and whose linkages are in the p-position and X denotes a 2,2-propylidene linkage, the polyetheramide having an intrinsic viscosity [.eta.] in the range of 50 to 750 cm.sup.3 /g, and a glass transition temperature of above 200.degree. C., and a process for its production. The production of the polyetheramide is carried out by a low temperature solution condensation process, a solid phase condensation process, an interfacial condensation process or a melt condensation process.

Abstract: High molecular weight aromatic polyamides with pendant carboxyl groups.

Abstract: There are provided novel rod-like heterocyclic aromatic copolymers having repeating groups of the formula: ##STR1## wherein n has a value of 0.01 to 0.50, wherein Ar is a para-oriented aromatic group and Q is an aromatic heterocyclic group of the formula: ##STR2## wherein Y is --S--, --O-- or --NR--, wherein R is selected from the group consisting of --H, alkyl having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, and aromatic having 1 or 2 aromatic rings.

Abstract: Thermotropic liquid crystalline polymers represented by the formulas as illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2 wherein m, n, and o represent the number of monomer segments present; and x, y, and z are independently selected from the group consisting of alkyl, substituted alkyl, alkylene, and substituted alkylene.

Abstract: The liquid crystal polycondensates according to the invention based on aromatic hydroxycarboxylic acids, if appropriate aromatic aminocarboxylic acids, diphenols, if appropriate aminophenols, aromatic dicarboxylic acids and if appropriate carbonic acid which are obtainable by polycondensation of the difunctional monomers mentioned in the melt in the presence of aromatic esters with a defined sequence of the structural units of the formula ##STR1## of oligomers with random distribution of the structural units of the formula ##STR2## have a good heat stability and exhibit a stable viscosity under the processing conditions. The liquid crystal polycondensates can be used for the production of shaped articles, films, fibers and filaments.

Abstract: Block copolymers can be formed from heterocyclic polymers such as PBO and thermoplastic polymers such as pSTATEMENT OF GOVERNMENT INTERESTThis invention was made with Government support under contract F33615-86-C-5068 awarded by the Department of the Air Force. The Government has certain rights in this invention.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel polyimides derived from alicyclic dianhydrides and a process for synthesizing the polyimides.

Abstract: The reactivity of aromatic copolyamide fiber and film is enhanced by incorporation of small amounts of 4,4'-diaminodiphenic acid units in the polymer chain.

Abstract: The aromatic polyester and aromatic polyester-amide of the present invention have an excellent heat resistance (soldering resistance) and are excellent in fluidity, and therefore, excellent in moldability, because they show liquid crystallinity in a molten state. In view of mechanical characteristics, the aromatic polyester and aromatic polyester-amide of the present invention have a high modulus of elasticity and are excellent in mechanical strength. In addition, the aromatic polyester and aromatic polyester-amide of the present invention have an advantage that they can be molded at a temperature of 350.degree. C. or below, especially, 320.degree. C. or below.The aromatic polyester and aromatic polyester-amide of the present invention have utility in injection molded articles, films, fibers, etc., due to the above properties thereof.In addition, the aromatic polyester and aromatic polyester-amide of the present invention become molten state at a temperature of 320.degree. C.

Abstract: Copolyimides derived from the reaction product of 3,3'-6 F diamine or 4,4'-6 F diamine, at least one other diamine, and pyromellitic dianhydride can be rendered solvent soluble while at the same time exhibiting an improvement in both mechanical and electrical properties by the inclusion of at least one other dianhydride having a diaryl nucleus in the reaction media. Suitable such dianhydrides include bis (3,4 dicarboxy phenyl) ether dianhydride, 3,3'4,4' benzophenone tetracarboxylic dianhydride, 3,3',4,4' diphenyl tetracarboxylic acid dianhydride and 2,2 bis(3,4 dicarboxyphenyl) hexafluoropropane dianhydride (6F-DA). Such polyimides are soluble in common organic solvents such as methyl ethyl ketone or N-methyl pyrrolidone, and exhibit excellent film forming properties with improved mechanical and electrical properties as compared to the corresponding homopolyimides. They possess excellent heat stability (Tg's in excess of about 350.degree. C.

Abstract: Polybenzoxazole polymers can be synthesized from BB-monomer having pendant methyl groups. The resulting polymer has pendant methyl groups, which can be used to cross-link the polymers.

Abstract: Polyimides are made by imidization of the product of reaction of dianhydrides with diaminobenzotrifluoride and bis(trifluoromethyl) oxydianilines. In preferred embodiments the polyimides are end capped with monoanhydride or monoamine residues.

Abstract: The instant invention involves a process for producing continuous polybenzimidazole films. The process is comprised of the following steps:(a) preparing a solvent solution of a polybenzimidazole polymer;(b) continuously casting the solution upon a support;(c) evaporating a sufficient amount of the solvent to form a self-supporting film in an oven;(d) washing the film in a nonsolvent;(e) removing the film from the support; and(f) continuously collecting the continuous film.

Abstract: Polyquinoline copolymers and mixtures of polyquinoline homopolymers and copolymers having unique properties are provided. The copolymers can include random copolymers, block copolymers, and tri-block copolymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to processes for preparing a polyimide, a polyimide composition prepared by the processes and polyimide composite materials containing the same.

Abstract: A photoconductive imaging member comprised of a photogenerating layer, and a charge transport layer comprised of the N,N-bis(biarylyl)aniline charge transport polymers of the formula ##STR1## wherein A and B are independently selected from bifunctional linkages; Z is alkylenedioxy, arylenedioxy, or substituted derivatives thereof; R and R' are alkyl, aryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, or halogen; x and y are mole fractions wherein x is greater than 0 and the sum of x and y is equal to 1.0; a and b are the numbers 0, 1 or 2; and n represents the number of monomer units.

Abstract: A wholly aromatic polyamide copolymer having excellent heat, flame and chemical resistances, solubility in organic solvents and shaping property and useful for shaped article having a high mechanical strength and modulus of elasticity, comprising the repeating units of the formulae: ##STR1## and at least one member selected from ##STR2## wherein X=a halogen atom, n, or m=1 to 4 and n+m=1 to 8.

Abstract: Dithioether-linked phthalonitrile monomer are prepared by a substitution reaction between 4-nitrophthalonitrile and a dimercaptan and are polymerized to a high-temperature, oxidation-resistant polymer by heating them at a temperature above their melting point. The rate of polymerization is increased by the addition of an amine. Electrical conductivity of the polymer can be increased to the conductor range by heating the polymer above about 400.degree. C.

Abstract: High temperature polymeric materials, which are easily process into void-free components, are needed for use in composites for advanced aerospace applications. These materials could bridge the gap between currently-used polymeric materials and ceramics or metal. Phthalonitrile resins can be used as high temperature polymeric material and 1,3-bis(3-aminophenoxy)benzene can be used as a curing agent to reduce voids and benzene can be used as a curing agent to reduce voids and blisters formed from volatiles during polymerization.

Abstract: There are provided para-ordered aromatic heterocyclic copolymers having repeating groups of the following formulas: ##STR1## wherein a, b, c, d, and e are positive integers, each representing an average number of the respective different recurring units present in the repeating group, m and n are 1 or 2, R and R' are alkyl groups having 1 to 4 carbon atoms, and Q is a benzobisazole group of the formula: ##STR2## wherein Y is --O--, --S--, or --NH--. In the copolymers wherein m or n is 2, the R or R' groups can be the same or different. In copolymer I, the ratio a:b can be about 1:1 to 99:1. In copolymer II, the ratio c:(d+e) can be about 1:1 to 99:1, and the ratio d:e can be aobut 1:99 to 99:1.

Abstract: There are provided crosslinkable, para-ordered aromatic heterocyclic polymers having repeating groups of the following formula ##STR1## wherein Y is --O--, --S--, or --NH--, n is 1 or 2, and R is an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms. In polymers having two pendant R groups, the R groups can be the same or different.

Abstract: High modulus, high tenacity fibers of poly-p-phenylene terephthalamide (PPD-T) are disclosed along with a fiber heat treating process for increasing the inherent viscosity and the crystallinity index of the PPD-T. Never-dried fibers swollen with water of controlled acidity are heated beyond dryness.

Abstract: A process for the production of polyimide fibers and polyimide fibers obtained by the process. The process includes thermal or chemical imidation of a polyamic acid which has been obtained by reacting a specific diamine and a particular tetracarboxylic dianhydride in the presence of a dicarboxylic anhydride represented by the following formula: ##STR1## wherein Z represents a divalent group selected from the group consisting of monocyclic aromatic groups, fused polycyclic aromatic groups and non-fused polycyclic aromatic groups with aromatic rings bonded together directly or via a crosslinking member.

Abstract: Aromatic copolyamides, soluble in organic polyamide solvents, comprise at least 95 mol % of the recurrent structural units of the formulae ##STR1## and up to 5 mol % of structural units containing m-bonds. --Ar-- and --Ar'-- are here divalent, unsubstituted or substituted aromatic radicals, the valency bonds of which are in the para-position or in a comparable coaxial or parallel position, and --R and --R' are different from one another and are lower alkyl radicals or lower alkoxy radicals.

Abstract: Aromatic copolyamides, soluble in organic polyamide solvents, comprise at least 95 mol % of the recurrent structural units of the formulae ##STR1## and up to 5 mol % of structural units containing m-bonds. Here, --Ar--and --Ar'-- are divalent, unsubstituted or substituted aromatic radicals, the valency bonds of which are in the para-position or in a comparable coaxial or parallel position, and --R is a lower alkyl radical.

Abstract: This invention relates to molding resin compositions, and more particularly relates to polyimide resin compositions having markedly improved molding ability in addition to excellent high temperature stability, chemical resistance and mechanical strength.The polyimide resin compositions of this invention comprises 99.9 to 50.0% by weight of the polyimide and 0.1 to 50.0% by weight of aromatic polyamideimide.

Abstract: Aromatic copolyamides, soluble in organic polyamide solvents, comprise at least 95 mol % of the recurrent structural units of the formulae ##STR1## and up to 5 mol % of structural units containing m-bonds. Here --Ar--is a divalent, unsubstituted or substituted aromatic radical, the valency bonds of which are in the para-position or in a comparable coaxial or parallel position, and --R--and --R' are different from one another and are lower alkyl radicals or lower alkoxy radicals.

Abstract: Polymer compositions comprising poly(benzhydrolimide) chains ending with ethylenic unsaturated groups complying with the general formula: ##STR1## wherein Ar is a divalent aromatic radical and R a hydrogen atom or a monovalent hydrocarbon radical. They can be prepared by reacting, under imidation condition, at least one primary diamine with at least one benzydrol 3,3', 4,4'-tetracarboxylic acid, a bis (ortho-acid-ester) or a tetraester of such acid and with an anhydride, an acid-ester or a diester of dicarboxylic cycloaliphatic acid with ethylenic unsaturation. These compositions may be converted to cross-linked polymides by thermal polyemrization. They can be used in particular for manufacturing composite materials, adhesives, molded articles and protective coatings withstanding high temperatures.

Abstract: A class of amide group-containing aromatic dihalide compounds are sulfidized to provide a novel class of aromatic sulfideamide polymers increased in crystalline melting point (T.sub.m). The polymers exhibit excellent resistance to high temperatures, resistance to solvents, flame-retardant properties and improved mechanical properties.

Abstract: Aromatic polyamides having an improved resistance against thermal oxidation, are produced by utilizing monomers having a very high degree of purity, at least 99.90% by weight, preferably, at least 99.94%.

Abstract: Melt-processible aramids are prepared by catalytic polyamidation of 3,4'-bisaminophenyl ether with diphenylisophthalate or diphenyl 5-t-butylisophthalate and minor amounts of aliphatic components.

Abstract: Novel aromatic polyamides high in heat resistance and soluble in various organic solvents are obtained each by reacting 2,2'-bis[4-(4-aminophenoxy)phenyl]-hexafluoropropane or a simple derivative thereof with an aromatic dicarboxylic acid, e.g. isophthalic acid, or its dihalide or diester.

Abstract: Novel polyarylate polymers comprise alternating moieties derived from an aromatic dicarboxylic acid halide, with moieties derived from a hydroxyaryl-substituted 1,6-diaza [4.4] spirodilactam compound and, optionally, with moieties derived from a di(hydroxyphenyl) compound. The polyarylate polymers are thermoplastic polymers characterized by relatively high glass transition temperatures.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel heat stable polyimide and polyamic acid precursor polymers having excellent flow properties which render them more readily processible into fibers, films, sheets and other molded articles. The polymers are prepared by forming the polycondensation product of one or more aromatic diamines and one or more aromatic dianhydride monomers, at least one of said diamine monomers having the structure: ##STR1## wherein R is CF.sub.3 or phenyl. The polyimides of this invention exhibit improved solubility and low temperature flow characteristics, low moisture uptake, high thermal stability, low dielectric constant and good hydrolytic stability.

Abstract: The structure of the aromatic copolyether amide which can be processed as a thermoplastic comprises recurring units of the formulae --CO--Ar.sup.1 --CO-- (A), --NH--Ar.sup.1 --O--Ar.sup.1 --X--Ar.sup.1 --O--Ar.sup.1 --NH (B) and --NH--Ar.sup.2 --NH-- (C) in which Ar.sup.1 denotes a divalent, unsubstituted or substituted aromatic radical having 6 carbon atoms which is linked in the p-position, X represents a 2,2-propylidene link and Ar.sup.2 is identical with Ar.sup.1 or is Ar.sup.1 which is linked in the m-position, or is the --Ar.sup.1 --Z--Ar.sup.1 -- group in which Z is a direct bond or is a radical --CH.sub.2 --, --C(CH.sub.3).sub.2 --, --SO.sub.2 --, --CO--, --O--, --CH.dbd.CH--, --CO--NH-- or --O--Ar.sup.1 --O-- or the radical ##STR1## in which R represents hydrogen or a branched or unbranched alkyl radical having 1-4 carbon atoms. The proportion of units (A) and of the sum of units (B) and (C) is each 100 mol-%, the proportion of units (C) being up to 50 mol-% and, if Z represents --SO.sub.

Abstract: A novel copolyesteramide made up of monomeric units of formula I to IV in molar proportions of 40-60% of I, 10-20% of II, 1-12% of III and 15-30% of IV are obtained by polymerizing the corresponding monomers in molten or dissolved state, in an inert atmosphere, during a period of time between 2 and 18 hours and a temperature between 220.degree. and 350.degree. C.The product is useful in the preparation of filaments with high tensile strenght and high tensile modulus, as well as for the preparation of products molded by extrusion or injection and also for the preparation of films.

Abstract: Production of polyenaminonitriles including those which can be cyclized to very stable poly(aminoquinolines) without the evolution of any small molecules and thus in a manner free of volatiles. The polyenaminonitriles are polymers which have desirable dielectric properties, and include those which can be cyclized to poly(aminoquinolines) without the evolution of volatiles to make defect-free films and composites of similar dielectric properties because of this characteristic.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel heat stable polyamide polymer having excellent flow properties which render them more readily processible into fibers, films, sheets and other molded articles. The polymers are prepared by forming the polycondensation product of one or more aromatic diamines and one or more aromatic dibasic acid monomers or amide-forming derivatives thereof, at least one of said diamine monomers having the structure: ##STR1## where R is CF.sub.3 or phenyl. The polyamides of this invention exhibit improved solubility and low temperature flow characteristics, low moisture uptake, high thermal stability, low dielectric constant and good hydrolytic stability.

Abstract: There are provided aromatic heterocyclic polymers having repeating units of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is --H or R.sub.2 is ##STR2## R.sub.3 is ##STR3## and R.sub.4 is R.sub.2 or ##STR4## and B is ##STR5## wherein X is --S--, --O--, or --NH--.

Abstract: Storage stable polyimide precursors are prepared from diesters of certain tetracarboxylic acids, including pyromellitic acid and 2,2-bis[4-(3,4-dicarboxyphenoxy)-phenyl]propane, and m-phenylenediamine, p-phenylenediamine, 4-aminophenyl ether or mixtures thereof. These polyimide precursors may be cured to form flexible polyimides useful in composite preparation.

Abstract: There are provided copolymers having repeating units of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is --S--, --O-- or --NH--; and wherein y ranges from about 0.02 to 0.20 and z is 1.0-y.

Abstract: There are provided aromatic heterocyclic polymers having repeating units of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is --S--, --O-- or --NH--.

Abstract: There are provided copolymers having repeating units of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is --H or ##STR2## R.sub.2 is ##STR3## R.sub.3 is ##STR4## and R.sub.4 is R.sub.2 or ##STR5## and B is ##STR6## wherein X is --S--, --O-- or --NH--; and wherein y ranges from about 0.02 to 0.20 and z is 1.0-y.

Abstract: Polyamide resins useful for forming containers having improved resistance to gas permeability comprising the reaction product of(A) a dicarboxylic acid corresponding to the structure ##STR1## wherein X is hydrogen or unsubstituted alkyl containing 1-5 carbons and n is an integer in the range of 4 to 10, and(B) a diamine containing 5 to 16 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Liquid crystalline side-chain polyesters prepared by polycondensing a dicarboxylic acid or a derivative thereof with a diol of a certain general formula. Of such diols the essence is that they have a delocalized .pi. electron system to which both an electron donor group and an electron acceptor group are coupled directly (D.pi.A-system). Because of the structure of the diol to which the D.pi.A-system is linked the polyesters exhibit excellent Tg and Tc values. The polyesters are to be used in optical waveguides or for optical data storage.

Abstract: Wholly aromatic mesomorphic polyester amide imides which form a liquid-crystalline fiber-forming melt below 320.degree. C. and are composed of(a) from 5 to 35 mole % of repeat units of the formula I and/or II ##STR1## where the Xs is the formulae I and II can be identical or different and each is --O--, --S--, --SO.sub.2 --, --CO--, --CH.sub.2 -- or .dbd.C(CH).sub.3).sub.2 and n is 0 or 1.(b) from 0 to 30 mole % of repeat units of the formulae III and/or IV ##STR2## (c) a molar amount corresponding to the total amount of components a and b of one or more of the repeat units of the formulae V, VI, VII, VIII and IX ##STR3## (d) if desired from 5 to 25 mole % of one or more of the repeat units of the formulae X, XI and XII ##STR4## (e) repeat units of the formula XIII ##STR5## the mole percentages of components (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) adding up to 100 mole % in each case,the preparation thereof and fibers, films and moldings prepared therefrom.