Abstract: Provided are functionalized silicon compounds and methods for their synthesis and use. The functionalized silicon compounds include at least one activated silicon group and at least one derivatizable functional group. Exemplary derivatizable functional groups include hydroxyl, amino, carboxyl and thiol, as well as modified forms thereof, such as activated or protected forms. The functionalized silicon compounds may be covalently attached to surfaces to form functionalized surfaces which may be used in a wide range of different applications. In one embodiment, the silicon compounds are attached to the surface of a substrate comprising silica, such as a glass substrate, to provide a functionalized surface on the substrate, to which molecules, including polypeptides and nucleic acids, may be attached.

Abstract: Preparation of moisture-curable, alkoxysilane-functional polyether urethanes by reacting at an NCO:OH equivalent ratio of 1.5:1 to 2.5:1 a) a hydroxyl component containing i) 20 to 100 wt. %, of a polyether diol and other polyether segments, where the polyether segments have Mn of at least 3000 and degree of unsaturation of less than 0.04 meq/g, where the sum of Mn of polyether segments per molecule averages 6000 to 20,000, and ii) 0 to 80 wt. % of a polyether monool and other polyether segments having Mn of 1000 to 15,000, with b) an isocyanate component containing i) 20 to 100 wt. % of a diisocyanate, and ii) 0 to 80 wt. % of a monoisocyanate, forming an isocyanate-containing reaction product reacted at an equivalent ratio of 0.8:1 to 1.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for applying to a substrate having a faying surface, a polysiloxane-containing coating, preferably a polysiloxane(amide-ureide) coating capable of inhibiting corrosion as well as the accumulation of ice. One embodiment of the present invention is directed to a polysiloxane(amide-ureide) that forms a durable, long lasting, anti-corrosive and anti-ice coating when directed to a substrate faying surface.

Abstract: A golf ball comprising a cover and a core, and at least one intermediate layer interposed between the cover and the core, wherein the cover is formed from a blend comprising of a segmented polyurethane elastomer copolymers of polyether (or ester)-ester and polyether (or ester)-amide.

Abstract: A golf ball comprising a cover and a core, and optionally at least one intermediate layer interposed between the cover and the core, wherein the cover or the intermediate layer or both are formed from a blend comprising a thermoplastic silicone-urethane copolymer. The silicone content of the silicone-urethane copolymer is between 1 and 20 percent by weight.

Abstract: Innovative polyester siloxane acrylates obtainable by reacting one or more organically modified polysiloxanes with one or more polyisocyanates having in each case at least two isocyanate groups and one or more polyester acrylates or polyester methacylates and their use as additives in radiation-curable coatings and printing inks for improving the resistance of the coating toward soiling of all kinds.

Abstract: Silicone liquid crystals, silicone vesicles, and silicone gels are formed by combining (i) an amine functional silicone or an organic amine compound, (ii) an organic epoxide containing at least two epoxy groups or an epoxy functional silicone containing at least two epoxy groups, and (iii) a fluid such as water, a silicone fluid other than a silicone used in (i) and (ii), and a polar organic compound or nonpolar organic compound other than organic compounds used in (i) and (ii) in which the polar and nonpolar organic compound are present at a concentration to provide a level of solids less than 40 percent by weight based on the weight of (i)-(iii). These silicone liquid crystals, silicone vesicles, and silicone gels are useful in personal care for preparing various skin, hair, and underarm products.

Abstract: Compositions are provided which contain (a) one or more polysiloxanes comprising at least one reactive functional group; a plurality of particles; and, optionally, one or more curing agents comprising at least one functional group that is reactive with any reactive functional group of polysiloxane (a). Additionally, a process for applying the multi-component composite coatings described above to a substrate and coated substrates are provided. A process for preparing the coating compositions also is provided. The multi-component composite coating compositions of the invention provide highly scratch resistant color-plus-clearcoatings capable of retaining scratch resistance after weathering.

Abstract: A golf ball comprising a core and a cover, wherein the core or the cover comprises a thermoplastic or thermoset composition comprising a reaction product of an isocyanate and a siloxane polyahl having a formula of: 1

Abstract: Methods for making silicone-organic copolymers are disclosed involving the manipulation of polymerization chain terminators allowing for polymer molecular weight control.

Abstract: A surface coating which inhibits the formation of ice upon the surface of a substrate comprising a polysiloxane(amide-ureide) having the general formula: wherein R1 and R2 are independently selected from the group consisting of C1 to C10 alkyls, aryls, and polyaryls; R3 and R4 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1 to C6 alkyls, aryls, C3 to C6 cycloaliphatics, and C3 to C6 heterocycles; A1 and A2 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1 to C6 alkyls, aryls, polyaryls, C3 to C6 cycloaliphatics, and C3 to C6 heterocycles; x is a number from 1 to 1000; and Y is selected from a dicarboxyl residue and a non-linear diisocyanate residue. The polysiloxane(amide-ureide) is formed by reacting at least one diamine terminated polysiloxane, at least one halide substituted dicarboxylic acid, and at least one non-linear diisocyanate.

Abstract: Compositions are provided which contain (a) one or more polysiloxanes comprising at least one reactive functional group; a plurality of particles; and optionally, one or more curing agents comprising at least one functional group that is reactive with any reactive functional group of polysiloxane (a). Additionally, a process for applying the multi-component composite coatings described above to a substrate and coated substrates are provided. A process for preparing the coating compositions also is provided. The multi-component composite coating compositions of the invention provide highly scratch resistant color-plus-clearcoatings capable of retaining scratch resistance after weathering.

Abstract: Self-healing copolymeric materials comprising a plurality of intermediate strength crosslinks are provided. The copolymeric materials comprise a silicon component and a plurality of crosslinking components. The crosslinking components comprise a polymeric structure forming a structure held together by ionic and/or hydrogen bonding with a net intermediate strength. The plurality of intermediate strength crosslinks provide toughness to the material, and allow for rehealing by allowing reforming of the crosslinks after a disruptive stress incidence. The material is also suited for recasting, and can be used as an active matrix by incorporating additional substances. Articles of manufacture incorporating such materials, and methods of recasting such materials are also provided.

Abstract: A metal-free, in particular tin-free, silane-terminated polyurethane which is useful in adhesives or sealant compositions is obtained by reacting at least one aliphatic secondary aminoalkylalkoxysilane of formula (Ia) R—NH—(CH2)3Si(R1)x(OR2)(3-X)  (Ia) or at least one aliphatic secondary aminoalkylalkoxysilane of formula (Ib) R—NH—CH2—CH(R1)—CH2—Si(R1)x(OR2)(3-X)  (Ib) wherein in the formulae (Ia) and (Ib), R is a linear or branched alkyl group having 1 to 18 C atoms, R1 is a methyl group, R2 is a methyl or ethyl group and x is 0 or 1, with a polyurethane prepolymer having at least one terminal isocyanate group in the absence of a metal catalyst.

Abstract: A method of making a solution of a polyimide from a diamine monomer and a dianhydride monomer is disclosed. A solution or slurry of one of the monomers in a solvent that boils at a temperature between about 80° C. and about 160° C. is prepared. The solution or slurry is heated to a temperature between about 80° C. and about 160° C. and the other monomer is slowly added to the solution or slurry. Polyamic acid that is formed quickly imidizes to form the polyimide.

Abstract: A golf ball comprising a cover and a core, and optionally at least one intermediate layer interposed between the cover and the core, wherein the cover, the intermediate layer or both are formed from a blend comprising a silicon-urea copolymer.

Abstract: A process for preparing an ocular lens with a urethane compound comprising the steps of a) preparing a urethane compound by reacting at least one hydroxyl compound and at least one isocyanate compound in the presence of an organic iron compound, b) removing the organic iron compound from the urethane compound obtained in the step a) c) mixing the urethane compound obtained in the step b) with at least one compound selected from the group consisting of another copolymerizable compound, a crosslinking agent, a UV absorbent, a dye, a polymerization initiator, a photosensitizer, and an organic solvent to obtain a mixture, and d) curing the mixture obtained in the step c) to prepare a lens.

Abstract: A process for preparing an urethane compound for medical instruments, characterized by reacting a hydroxyl compound (A) with an isocyanate compound (B) in the absence of a catalyst or in the presence of a reaction catalyst other than an organic tin compound to give an urethane compound (I). According to the process, the urethane compound showing high safety can be easily prepared, in particular, while molecular weight of the compound is controlled.

Abstract: A filler containing adhesive is described that also in the presence of large amounts of conductive fillers such as low or non-oxidized carbon black shows good antenna impedance. Said adhesive is characterized by the presence of polycarbonate prepolymers, in particular prepolymers containing a group or formula I: wherein R represents linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated aliphatic radical, a saturated or unsaturated cycloaliphatic radical, an araliphatic radical, or an aromatic radical with 3 to 10 carbon atoms, and n=1 to 8, preverably 2 to 5.

Abstract: An adhesion promoter for a primer, comprising a silane compound that is a reaction product between a polyisocyanate and a silane coupling agent having a secondary amino group, the nitrogen atom of which is directly connected to a phenyl group or a derivative thereof, the silane compound having in average one or more NCO group and in average one or more hydrolyzable alkoxysilyl group in the molecule. Also, a primer composition comprising the adhesion promoter for a primer and a film forming resin is disclosed. The adhesion promoter has high adhesion to various adherends and retains that effect after prolonged storage and the primer composition is excellent in adhesion to various adherends and retains adhesion after prolonged storage.

Abstract: Methods of applying a polymer coating to a substrate are disclosed. By disrupting a bank of polymer precursor, a smooth coating of fast setting polymer can be applied to a substrate. Apparatus for applying a polymer coating is also disclosed. In one embodiment, an oscillating dispenser is used to apply polymer precursor onto a dispersive surface. The polymer precursor flows down the surface and is transferred to a moving web. Flowing solvent downwardly through the dispenser can provide efficient cleaning without the need for disassembly or production delays.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polyurethane prepolymer having terminal alkoxysilane and OH groups which is the reaction product of A) a polyurethane prepolymer prepared by incomplete reaction of i) an aromatic, aliphatic or cycloaliphatic diisocyanate component having an NCO content of 20 to 60% by weight with ii) a polyol component comprising a polyoxyalkylene diol having a number average molecular weight of 3000 to 20,000, wherein the reaction is stopped after 50 to 90% of the OH groups of component ii) are reacted and 10 to 50% are unreacted, with B) a compound having alkoxysilane and amino groups, preferably a compound containing alkoxysilane and aspartate groups. The present invention also relates to a process for preparing these polyurethane prepolymers containing terminal alkoxysilane and OH groups and to isocyanate-free, sealants, adhesives, primers and coatings containing these polyurethane prepolymers containing terminal alkoxysilane and OH groups as binders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polyether urethane containing one reactive silane group and one or more polyether segments having a number average molecular weight of 1000 to 15,000, wherein the reactive silane groups are incorporated by the reaction of an isocyanate group with a compound corresponding to the formula 1

Abstract: The present invention is directed to provide an organic/inorganic composite optical material and an optical element in which organic component and inorganic component are in good dispersed state and which has excellent optical characteristics. The organic/inorganic composite optical material comprises an organic high-molecular substance and an inorganic polymer which is prepared by the polycondensation of a metal alkoxide compound, and is characterized in that the metal alkoxide compound includes a functional group capable of interacting with the organic high-molecular substance or a monomer/oligomer generating the organic high-molecular substance to form a chemical bond therebetween.

Abstract: A moisture-curable, alkoxysilane-functional polyether urethanes containing

Abstract: An adhesive composition for bonding optical parts comprising (A) 3 to 60 wt % of an epoxysilane or a hydrolysis/polycondensation product thereof, (B) 5 to 90 wt % of a bisphenol type epoxy resin having a viscosity of 2,000 to 5,000 mPa·s, (C) 5 to 35 wt % of a novolak type epoxy resin, 3 to 30 wt % of a curing agent which is an amine, and water and an alcohol in an amount of 0 to 0.75 time the total number of mols of the hydrolyzable groups or atoms of the epoxysilane. This composition has excellent moisture resistance and heat resistance, suppresses the formation of bubbles during curing, is free from such a defect as opaqueness caused by bubbles and can be used for the assembly and bonding of optical parts.

Abstract: Coating compositions are provided which are formed from components comprising (a) at least one polysiloxane comprising at least one reactive functional group; (b) at least one reactant comprising at least one functional group that is reactive with at least one functional group selected from the at least one reactive functional group of the at least one polysiloxane and at least one functional group of at least one reactant; and (c) a plurality of particles, wherein each component is different, and wherein the at least one reactive functional group of the at least one polysiloxane and the at least one functional group of the at least one reactant are substantially nonreactive with the particles. A multi-component composite coating composition formed from a basecoat and a topcoat deposited from the curable coating composition also is provided.

Abstract: Preparation of moisture-curable, alkoxysilane-functional polyether urethanes by reacting at an NCO:OH equivalent ratio of 1.5:1 to 2.

Abstract: The invention relates to a primer containing a solvent-containing two-component polyurethane binder comprising I) a curing component (A), comprising an addition product of at least one organic polyisocyanate (B) with an average NCO functionality of 2.5 to 5.0 and an isocyanate content of 8 to 27 wt. % and an alkoxysilane (C) of formula (I) with at least one isocyanate-reactive group, Q—Z—SiXaY3−a  (I), in which Q represents an isocyanate-reactive group, Z represents a linear or branched C1-C12 alkylene group, X represents a hydrolyzable group, Y represents identical or different C1-C4 alkyl groups and a is an integer from 1 to 3, and II) a lacquer resin (D) which can react with isocyanate groups as adhesion promoter.

Abstract: Novel polysilazane-modified polyamine hardeners for epoxy resins, such classes as glycidyl ether epoxy resins and novolac epoxy resins, including reaction mixtures, compositions and reaction products comprising such hardeners, impart enhanced high temperature properties, higher char yields and better adhesion properties to the cured epoxy resins relative to the same epoxy resins cured using unmodified polyamine hardeners.

Abstract: A moisture curable compound for bonding substrates and a moisture curable adhesive composition are provided. The adhesive composition includes an alkoxysilane functional urethane compound having hydrolyzable alkoxysilane groups anchored on a flexible backbone. Also provided are processes for the preparation of the moisture curable compounds and a method of using them as moisture curable adhesives for bonding substrates to produce bonded composites.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a film forming composition, a method of forming the composition, and application of the composition to coating formulations which provide a cured coating having acid rain resistance. A film-forming polyurethane polyol composition comprises a reaction product of an n-functional isocyanate (wherein n is a number ranging from about 2 to about 5) with at least one diol or triol or mixtures thereof and a compound containing isocyanate-reactive functional groups, preferably a monofunctional alcohol or thiol. The low viscosity polyurethane polyol of the present invention is typically crosslinked/cured using a melamine to produce a cured coating which is highly acid etch resistant as well as having other desirable physical-mechanical properties. The coating compositions have improved flow characteristics compared to compositions containing polyurethane polyols prepared without the monofunctional alcohols or thiols.

Abstract: Thermoplastic polyurethanes having an alternating sequence of hard and soft segments in which a nanostructured polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane diol is used as a chain extender to form a crystalline hard segment consitituting SMPs. The polyurethanes are formed by reacting a polyol, a chain extender dihydroxyl-terminated POSS and a diisocyanate. The polyurethanes have multiple applications including for example, implants for human health care, drug delivery matrices, superabsorbant hydrogels, coatings, adhesives, temperature and moisture sensors, etc.

Abstract: A moisture curable, hot melt composition is described comprising the product of reacted components, the components comprising: (a) a semi-crystalline polyol; (b) an amorphous polyol comprising secondary hydroxyl groups; (c) a secondary aminosilane endcapper comprising secondary amino functionality; (d) an isocyanate; and (e) substantially no tin. A method for the manufacture of the moisture curable, hot melt adhesive and/or sealant composition is described as well as methods for using the adhesive.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the preparation of a new class of materials, namely, an acrylate terminated or end-capped urethane/urea copolymer containing silicone soft segments capable of dual cure via unsaturated groups and dialkoxyl silanol groups. This new class of material is a reaction product of a partially methacrylated end-capped urethane polymer containing hard segment blocks and an amino alkylene dialkoxy end-capped siloxane block polymer, containing soft-segments. The aminoalkylene dialkoxysilane end-capped siloxane segment of this copolymer can include siloxane diol segments of various molecular weights (e.g., 1,000 to 20,000) end-capped with various alkylaminoalkylene trimethoxy silanes. This copolymer is therefore capable of dual cure via these functional groups.

Abstract: Coating compositions are provided which include a polysiloxane comprising at least one reactive functional group and at least one material comprising at least one reactive functional group. Also provided are multi-layer composite coatings formed from a basecoat deposited from a pigmented coating composition and a topcoat applied over the basecoat, the topcoat deposited from the aforementioned coating composition. A method for improving the scratch resistance of a coated substrate, as well as coated substrates also are provided. The compositions of the invention provide highly scratch resistant coatings, particularly highly scratch resistant color-plus-clearcoatings.

Abstract: There is provided an adhesive for inorganic vapor-deposited film which is characterized in containing a compounded product and/or a reacted product of polyurethane resin or polyester resin having a branch in a molecule with a silane coupling agent. When the said adhesive is directly coated on an inorganic vapor-deposited film and adhered with a heat-sealing resin, a good adhesion is achieved. Also, when a packaging bag prepared by using the above is torn, a good tearing property is achieved.

Abstract: Provided are functionalized silicon compounds and methods for their synthesis and use. The functionalized silicon compounds include at least one activated silicon group and at least one derivatizable functional group. Exemplary derivatizable functional groups include hydroxyl, amino, carboxyl and thio, as well as modified forms thereof, such as activated or protected forms. The functionalized silicon compounds may be covalently attached to surfaces to form functionalized surfaces which may be used in a wide range of different applications. In one embodiment, the silicon compounds are attached to the surface of a substrate comprising silica, such as a glass substrate, to provide a functionalized surface on the substrate, to which molecules, including polypeptides and nucleic acids, may be attached.

Abstract: A golf ball comprising a cover and a core, and optionally at least one intermediate layer interposed between the cover and the core, wherein the cover, the intermediate layer or both are formed from a blend comprising a thermoplastic silicone-urethane copolymer.

Abstract: A poly(urea-ureathane) based on polydimethyl siloxane is prepared by reacting an amino-terminated polydimethyl siloxane with polyisocyanate to form a prepolymer of poly(urea-urethane), and reacting the prepolymer and a chain extender in the presence of a catalyst. The resulting poly(urea-urethane) contains about 5-65 wt % of hard segments, and has a surface resistance of about 10-150 M&OHgr; at high relative humidity, so that it can be used in anti-static electricity and electrostatic discharge shielding.

Abstract: A golf ball comprising a core, a cover, and at least one intermediate layer disposed between the core and the cover, wherein the intermediate layer includes a segmented polyurethane elastomer copolymers.

Abstract: A polymer compound having a silicon ester moiety is provided. The silicon ester moiety is located at one end of the polymer compound. The polymer compound contains as polymerized units ethylenically unsaturated monomer and at least one functional group that is pendant to the polymer backbone of the polymer compound. The polymer compound is useful for modifying the surface properties of inorganic substrates. Also provided are a method of preparing the polymer compound and an inorganic substrate that has been treated with the polymer compound.

Abstract: A process is provided in which at least one polyol having a hydroxyl functionality of at least three, preferably four, serves as a polymerization initiator. The polyol initiator is optionally, although preferably, reacted with a catalyst to form a catalyst-initiator complex, which is then used in the polymerization of glycidyl nitrate. The resulting polyfunctional poly(glycidyl nitrate) has a functionality substantially equivalent in number to the hydroxyl functionality of the polyol. The poly(glycidyl nitrate) is cross-linked with at least one aromatic diisocyanate having at least one aromatic ring and two isocyanate moieties bonded directly to the at least one aromatic ring. Examples of the aromatic diisocyanate include toluene diisocyanate, phenylene diisocyanate, and/or methylene di-p-phenylene diisocyanate.

Abstract: Organopolysiloxanes bearing quaternary ammonium groups and containing units of the general formula —[R2—(SiR2—O)b—SiR2—R2—N+R12]n—·nX−  (I′) where R are identical or different monovalent, SiC-bonded, optionally substituted C1-12 hydrocarbon radicals, R1 are identical or different monovalent, optionally substituted C1-12 hydrocarbon radicals or are a bridging alkylene radical, X is an organic or inorganic anion, R2 is a divalent hydrocarbon radical having at least 4 carbon atoms which contains at least one hydroxyl group and is optionally interrupted by one or more oxygens, b is an integer from 1 to 200 and n is an integer from 1 to 50. and processes for the preparation thereof.

Abstract: An electrode-forming composition comprising a binder component containing a solvent-soluble polyimide silicone and an epoxy compound, and an electrically conductive material can be cured and bonded to a current collector at a relatively low temperature and has excellent adhesion and chemical resistance, facilitating the manufacture of lithium ion batteries and electrical double-layer capacitors of various shapes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to curable alkenyl based silicone release coating compositions having improved adhesion to paper and polymeric substrates. Furthermore the present invention relates to the process for making a silicone release coating with improved adhesion to paper and polymeric substrates.

Abstract: A polyimide silicone resin which is obtained from a diamine containing an acid dianhydride and a diaminopolysiloxane, contains 50% by weight or more of a siloxane residual group and has an elongation at rupture of 400% or higher and a modulus of elasticity of 500 N/mm2 or lower. Also disclosed are a polyimide silicone resin solution composition comprising this polyimide silicone resin and a ketone solvent having a boiling point of 130° C. or below, and a polyimide silicone resin film comprising this polyimide silicone resin and formed on a substrate. The polyimide silicone resin can form films at relatively low temperature, has superior adhesiveness to substrates and durability under conditions of high humidity and also has low stress and high elongation.

Abstract: Arizidinosilicones of the general formula (1), wherein R1 represents H, C1-C12 alkyl, C2-C12 alkenyl, C2-C12 alkinyl, C7-C15 alkaryl, C7-C15 aralkyl, C3-C12 cycloalkyl and these groups can be substituted with C1 or F partially, completely or in a mixed manner and/or may contain 0 to 5 heteroatoms selected from O, N, S, R2 represents a group of the selection of R1 and/or R4, and R3 represents SiR13 or SiR12R4, and wherein R4 represents formula (2), and A represents an (n+1) radical saturated, unsaturated or aromatic, linear, branched or cyclic hydrocarbon group that may contain 0 to 5 heteroatoms selected from O, N, S and that includes 1 to 18 carbon atoms, B is selected from O, S, NR1, D is selected from C(O)O, C(O)NR1, C(O), C(O)C(O), C(O)(CH2)m(C(O), C(S)NR1, CH2, E represents a diradical saturated or unsaturated, linear, branched or cyclic hydrocarbon group that may contain 0 to 5 heteroatoms selected from O, N, S and that includes 0 to 18 carbon atoms, a is 0 or 1, f is an integer from 2 to 1000, n,

Abstract: A fluorinated curable composition in which a fluorinated organohydrogensiloxane as the curing agent is well compatible with a linear polyfluoro compound as the base yields a cured gel having good adhesion to substrates and improved chemical and solvent resistance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to moisture curable, alkoxysilane-functional polyether urethanes containing