Abstract: An optically clear resin for additive manufacturing includes an optically clear ceramic precursor having a pre-defined refractive index. Each molecule of the ceramic precursor has at least two photopolymerizable functional groups, at least one of the photopolymerizable functional groups being functionalized with a refractive index-tuning group thereby causing the ceramic precursor to have the pre-defined refractive index.

Abstract: Sidechain functionalized organosiloxane compounds are provided having a first end and a second end; a polysiloxane backbone; and a first plurality of sidechains covalently attached to the polysiloxane backbone and a second plurality of sidechains covalently attached to the polysiloxane backbone; wherein the first plurality of sidechains comprise polyalkylene glycol sidechains; wherein the first plurality of sidechains and the second plurality of sidechains comprise a tethered end covalently attached to the polysiloxane backbone and a free end opposite to the tethered end; and wherein the free end in one or both of the first plurality of sidechains and the second plurality of sidechains comprises a reactive end group. Compositions comprising the sidechain functionalized organosiloxane compounds are also provided, as well as coated articles. Sidechain functionalized lubricants are also provided that can be used with compositions and coated articles herein.

Abstract: [Problem] To provide a polycarbosilazane making it possible to form a silicon-containing film which is bearable to acid etching, and a composition comprising the polycarbosilazane. [Means for Solution] The present invention provides a polycarbosilazane comprising a repeating unit of —[R1R2Si—(CH2)n]— and —(R3R4Si—NR5)—, wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 are each independently a single bond, hydrogen or C1-4 alkyl; R5 is independently a single bond or hydrogen; and n is 1-2, and a composition comprising the polycarbosilazane. The present invention also provides a method for forming a silicon-containing film, comprising coating the composition above a substrate and heating.

Abstract: Adhesive compositions are described that are suitable for securing building materials, such as TPO membrane roofing to a structural element, such as a roof deck. The adhesive compositions are very high-solids, wet-set adhesives that provide a peel strength that meets or exceeds industry standards, while requiring application to only one of two surfaces to be joined. The adhesive compositions comprise a liquid modifier with hydroxyl functionality, a chlorinated polyolefin and a silylated polymer. Methods of use are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes binder systems for making foundry articles. The binder systems may comprise a humic substance-containing component that comprise lignite, an isocyanate component, and a catalyst component. The binder systems may be mixed with an aggregate (e.g., sand) for making foundry articles such as molds and cores. Also disclosed herein are methods of making foundry articles using the binder systems.

Abstract: A composition contains: (a) a first organopolysiloxane with an average of 2 or more mercaptoalkyl groups per molecule and that is free of alkenyl functionality; (b) a second organopolysiloxane with an average of one or more alkenyl group and one or more alkoxy group per molecule; (c) a tetraalkoxy silane; (d) an ultraviolet light photoinitiator; and (E) a condensation catalyst; where the concentration of the first and second organopolysiloxanes are such that the molar ratio of mercaptoalkyl groups to alkenyl groups is in a range of 0.4 to 3.0.

Abstract: The present invention relates to heat transfers that include silicone based heat transfer inks and digitally printed toner images, particularly for use on fabrics, apparel items, garments and accessories. The present subject matter is especially suitable for use in heat-transferable labeling or creating embellishments on polyester fabrics and garments.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel medical devices for use in surgical procedures and methods for manufacturing novel medical devices. In some embodiments, the novel medical devices can include surgical needles that are capable of being repeatedly passed through tissue using minimal force. More particularly, the surgical needles can be manufactured with one or more coatings that provide the surgical needles with both durability and lubricity for ease of repeated and successive passes through tissue. Novel methods for manufacturing the surgical needles and for providing and applying coatings to the surgical needles are also provided.

Abstract: This invention discloses oligosilane compounds. These compounds can be used in OLEDs.

Abstract: The present application relates to a chemical compound comprising an aromatic core, or a carbocyclic, non-aromatic, core, wherein the aromatic core is a benzene ring or a biphenyl; the carbocyclic, non-aromatic core is a 5 to 7 membered ring. The core has covalently attached thereto: at least two anchoring groups, each anchoring group comprising an activated silane group, wherein the anchoring groups have the following general formula -A-(CH2)nSiY3 wherein A is a covalent bond or O, “n” is an integer from 1 to 3, and Y is independently a methoxy group or an ethoxy group; and at least one hydrophilic group extending from the core, the hydrophilic group comprising one or more hydrophilic polymer residues with a molecular composition of (aO+bN)/(cC+dS+eSi+fP)>0.

Abstract: A composition for forming a release coating is disclosed. The composition comprises (A) the reaction product of (1) a branched organopolysiloxane including M, D and Q siloxy units and an average of at least two silicon-bonded ethylenically unsaturated groups per molecule; and (2) an organosilicon compound having an average of at least two silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms per molecule; in the presence of a hydrosilylation catalyst. The composition further comprises (B) an organopolysiloxane having an average of at least two silicon-bonded ethylenically unsaturated groups per molecule.

Abstract: A method for bonding together two substrates includes providing a molecular glue including glue molecules, each of the glue molecules having at least two —O—Si or —O—Al moieties; reacting a surface of a first substrate with the molecular glue to attach the glue molecules to the surface of the first substrate by at least one of the —O—Si or —O—Al moieties; and reacting a surface of a second substrate with the molecular glue to attach the glue molecules to the surface of the second substrate by at least another one of the —O—Si or —O—Al moieties. The method can be used for a variety of applications including manufacturing a vapor cell.

Abstract: An integrated circuit structure includes a package component, which further includes a non-porous dielectric layer having a first porosity, and a porous dielectric layer over and contacting the non-porous dielectric layer, wherein the porous dielectric layer has a second porosity higher than the first porosity. A bond pad penetrates through the non-porous dielectric layer and the porous dielectric layer. A dielectric barrier layer is overlying, and in contact with, the porous dielectric layer. The bond pad is exposed through the dielectric barrier layer. The dielectric barrier layer has a planar top surface. The bond pad has a planar top surface higher than a bottom surface of the dielectric barrier layer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel organopolysiloxane in which a rich hydrophilic property is exhibited, not only superior miscibility with a hydrophilic component and but also a hydrophobic property are exhibited, and superior miscibility with both a silicone oil and a non-silicone oil such as a hydrocarbon oil, an ester oil or the like, and provide various usages of the aforementioned novel organopolysiloxane by developing the superior characteristics thereof such as good surface activity power, a distinctive sensation during use, increased stability and the like. A co-modified organopolysiloxane having a specified chemical structure in which a sugar alcohol-modified group and a long-chain hydrocarbon group are present in one molecule is produced.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a composition comprising amino-functional polysiloxanes of high purity and their preparation. Also disclosed herein is an aminoalkyl-functional polysiloxane, a process for purifying this aminoalkyl-functional polysiloxane, a process for preparing the composition, a use of the composition, a polyorganosiloxane-polyorgano block copolymer, a process for the preparation of a polyorganosiloxane-polyorgano block copolymer and a shaped, formed and/or extruded shaped article.

Abstract: A method for preparing polymers by direct heteroarylation or arylation polycondensation is described herein. The method includes preparing a reaction mixture including at least a monomer to be polymerized, a catalyst and a ligand; heating the reaction mixture, and, optionally, end-capping the reaction mixture.

Abstract: An intermediate transfer member that contains a mixture of a polyimide generated from a polyamic acid, an optional conductive component, and a polyethylene glycol silicone phosphate, and processes of preparation thereof.

Abstract: A method of making a powder coating composition includes obtaining functionalized particles by reacting inorganic particles with alkoxysilanes having the general structural formula (I) R1Si(OR2)3, silane oligomers having the general structural formula (II) (R1)(OR2)2Si—O—[—Si(R1)(OR2)—O—]m?—Si(R1)(OR2)2 or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A composition includes at least one poly(aliphatic ester)-polycarbonate copolymer, a polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer, and glass fibers. The composition exhibits good flow, aesthetic, and impact properties.

Abstract: A method of preparing an organopolysiloxane is provided. An organopolysiloxane, which has both a linear or cross-linking structure derived from a trifunctional siloxane unit and a linear structure derived from a difunctional siloxane unit among the molecular structures and also has a sufficiently long linear structure, can be effectively prepared. Also, the organopolysiloxane can be synthesized so that it can have a sufficiently high molecular weight, and a target product showing excellent physical properties can be effectively prepared by minimizing a ratio of a functional group such as an alkoxy group or a hydroxyl group in the synthesized organopolysiloxane.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an alkoxysilylated epoxy compound, a composite of which exhibits good heat resistance properties, low CTE and high glass transition temperature and not requiring a coupling agent, a composition including the same, a cured product formed of the composition, a use of the cured product, and a method of preparing the epoxy compound having alkoxysilyl group. An epoxy compound having an epoxy group and an alkoxysilyl group, a composition including the epoxy compound, a curing agent, a filler and/or a reaction catalyst, a cured product of the composition, and a use of the composition including an electronic part are provided. In a composite and/or cured product, the epoxy composition forms chemical bonds and exhibits improved heat resistance properties, decreased CTE, and increased glass transition temperature or Tg less. The cured product exhibits good flame retardant property by the introduction of the alkoxysilyl group.

Abstract: Provided herein are silicon-based compositions, which after curing is a coating composition having strong substrate adhesion and scratch resistance. The compositions are formed from a mixture of constituents comprising: from about 20% to about 90% (w/w) of a first siloxane selected from the group consisting of silsesquioxane, methylmethoxysiloxane, and combinations thereof; and from about 10% to about 80% (w/w) of one or more silicon compounds selected from the group consisting of a second siloxane, silane, and silazane. Optionally, the compositions may comprise from about 0.1% to about 5% (w/w) alkyltitanate.

Abstract: A first multilayer film is a multilayer film which contains a layer A on at least one surface of a base film, in which the layer A has (1) a polycaprolactone segment, (2) a polysiloxane segment and/or a polydimethyl siloxane segment, and (3) a urethane bond, and the layer A has a glass transition temperature of from ?30 to 0° C. A second multilayer film contains a layer A on at least one surface of a base film, in which the layer A has a scratch recovery time of 3 seconds or less at a temperature of 10° C. A third multilayer film contains a layer B on at least one surface of a base film, in which the layer B has a polycaprolactone segment and a urethane bond, and the layer B has average elongation at break of 65% or more at 80° C. to 150° C.

Abstract: This invention relates to curable compositions containing hydroxyl compounds that carry silyl groups as well as to the use of said compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the manufacturing of continuously shaped cured silicone articles, particularly extrusions articles and the use of silicone compositions containing a photoactivatable metal catalyst in said process, wherein the curing is initiated by visible or UV-light.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an alkoxysilylated epoxy compound, a composite exhibiting good heat resistance properties, low CTE and high glass transition temperature and not requiring a coupling agent, a composition including the same, a cured product formed of the composition, a use of the cured product, and a method of preparing the epoxy compound having alkoxysilyl group. An epoxy compound having an epoxy group and an alkoxysilyl group, a composition including the epoxy compound, a curing agent, a filler and/or a reaction catalyst, a cured product of the composition, and a use of the composition including an electronic part are provided. In a composite and/or cured product, the epoxy composition exhibits improved heat resistance properties, decreased CTE, and increased glass transition temperature or Tg-less. The cured product exhibits good flame retardant properties by the introduction of the alkoxysilyl group.

Abstract: Branched polysiloxanes of formula (I) Ma1MHa2MVia3Db1DHb2DVib3Tc1THc2TVic3Qd??(I) wherein M=[R2R12SiO1/2], MH=[R12HSiO1/2], MVi=[R3R12SiO1/2], D=[R12SiO2/2], DH=[R1HSiO2/2], DVi=[R1R3SiO2/2], T=[R4SiO3/2], TH=[HSiO3/2], TVi=[R3SiO3/2], Q=[SiO4/2], R1 is mutually independently identical or different, linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon moieties, R2 is mutually independently the same as R1, an alkoxy moiety or a hydroxy group, R3 is mutually independently identical or different, linear or branched, olefinically unsaturated hydrocarbon moieties, R4 is mutually independently R1 or identical or different linear, branched and/or cyclic, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon moieties comprising heteroatoms, a1=from 0 to 50, a2=from 1 to 50, a3=from 1 to 50, b1=from 10 to 5000, b2=from 0 to 30, b3=from 0 to 30, c1=from 0 to 50, c2=from 0 to 50 c3=from 0 to 50, d=from 0 to 50, with the proviso that the sum c1+c2+c3+d is greater than or equal to 1, are provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a surface treatment agent for galvanized steel sheets, which comprises epoxy-containing silane derivates, alkyl-containing silane derivates, alkoxy silane derivates and one or more selected from the group consisting of a cationic polymer aqueous dispersion, a non-ionic polymer aqueous dispersion and a water-soluble polymer. Also disclosed is a method for producing it, which comprises mixing each component uniformly for 0.5 to 8 hours at 5 to 70° C. Further provided are galvanized steel sheets coated with the surface treatment agent on the surface and a production method thereof. The surface treatment agent for galvanized steel sheets has excellent corrosion resistance, alkali resistance, solvent resistance, recoating property, high temperature resistance and electrical conductivity.

Abstract: Dual condensation cure silicone systems are described. Such systems include hydroxyl-functional(s), hydride-functional silane(s), platinum catalyst(s) and Ti(W) complex(es). Systems including alkoxy-functional crosslinker(s) are also described. Articles, including adhesive articles included the cured reaction product of such dual condensation cure silicone systems are also described.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to curable polyureasil compounds, methods related to curing of such compounds via hydrolysis and/or condensation to form coatings on a substrate, and coated articles formed from the curable polyureasil compounds. The polyureasil compounds are generally hydrocarbon-based, including multiple urea groups and multiple hydrolysable silyl groups per molecule. The hydrolysable silyl groups can be hydrolyzed and subsequently condensed to provide a networked polymeric structure with siloxane/urea linkages between polyureasil compound precursors to form a cured polyureasil composition useful as a coating for a substrate, in particular an anti-corrosion coating for a metallic substrate.

Abstract: This invention includes a wettable biomedical device containing a high molecular weight hydrophilic polymer and a hydroxyl-functionalized silicone-containing monomer.

Abstract: A composition is capable of curing via condensation reaction. The composition uses a new condensation reaction catalyst. The new condensation reaction catalyst is used to replace conventional tin catalysts. The composition can react to form a gum, gel, rubber, or resin.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for controlled polymerization and/or oligomerization of hydrosilanes compounds including those of the general formulae SinH2n and SinH2n+2 as well as alkyl- and arylsilanes, to produce soluble silicon polymers as a precursor to silicon films having low carbon content.

Abstract: A composition is capable of curing via condensation reaction. The composition uses a new condensation reaction catalyst. The new condensation reaction catalyst is used to replace conventional tin catalysts. The composition can react to form a gum, gel, rubber, or resin.

Abstract: This invention includes a wettable biomedical device containing a high molecular weight hydrophilic polymer and a hydroxyl-functionalized silicone-containing monomer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a coating composition based on aprotic solvents and comprising at least one hydroxyl-containing compound (A) and at least one compound (B) having isocyanate groups and having at least one silane group of the formula (I) —X—Si—R?xG3-x??(I) with G=identical or different hydrolyzable groups, R?=hydrogen, alkyl or cycloalkyl, X=organic radical, R?=alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl or aralkyl, x=0 to 2, and characterized in that (i) the compound (B) containing isocyanate groups and silane groups comprises uretdione groups, and (ii) the compound (B) has been prepared from a linear aliphatic diisocyanate. The present invention additionally provides multistage coating methods using these coating compositions, and the use of the coating compositions as clearcoat, and application of the coating method for automotive refinish and/or for the coating of plastics substrates.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions that are produced using a mixture from two or more polyols and to a method for producing said compositions. The invention also relates to the use of said compositions as adhesives, sealing compounds, surface-coating agents, fillers or for producing molded parts.

Abstract: New compositions and methods of using those compositions as bonding compositions are provided. The compositions comprise a cycloolefin copolymer dispersed or dissolved in a solvent system, and can be used to bond an active wafer to a carrier wafer or substrate to assist in protecting the active wafer and its active sites during subsequent processing and handling. The compositions form bonding layers that are chemically and thermally resistant, but that can also be softened or dissolved to allow the wafers to slide or be pulled apart at the appropriate stage in the fabrication process.

Abstract: Disclosed are one-component low temperature, moisture curable, storage stable coating compositions that include a silanol-functional silicone; an alkoxy-functional silicone; a flexibilizer comprising a reaction product of two or more reactants; and a curing agent selected from amines, aminosilanes, ketimines, aldimines, and combinations thereof. Also disclosed are substrates at least partially coated with a coating deposited from such a composition and methods for coating substrates with such compositions.

Abstract: A silicon polymer material, which has a silicon polymer backbone with chromophore groups attached directly to at least a part of the silicon atoms, the polymer further exhibiting carbosilane bonds. The film forming composition and resulting coating properties can be tailored to suit the specific exposure wavelength and device fabrication and design requirements. By using two different chromophores the refractive index and the absorption co-efficient can be efficiently tuned. By varying the proportion of carbosilane bonds, and a desired Si-content of the anti-reflective coating composition can be obtained.

Abstract: Disclosed are an epoxy compound having an alkoxysilyl group, a composite of which exhibits good heat resistant properties and/or a cured product of which exhibits good flame retardant properties, a method of preparing the same, a composition comprising the same, and a cured product and a use of the composition. An alkoxysilylated epoxy compound comprising at least one of Chemical Formula S1 substituent and at least two epoxy groups in a core, a method of preparing the epoxy compound by an allylation, a claisen rearrangement, an epoxidation and an alkoxysilylation, an epoxy composition comprising the epoxy compound, and a cured product and a use of the composition are provided. The composite of the disclosed exhibits improved chemical bonding, good heat resistant properties, a low CTE, a high glass transition temperature or Tg-less The cured product of the composition exhibits good flame retardant properties.

Abstract: Provided are a curable composition, a light emitting diode, a liquid crystal display, and a lighting apparatus. The curable composition may have excellent processibility and workability, and excellent crack resistance, hardness, thermal resistance, transparency and adhesiveness after curing. The composition has neither whitening after being applied nor surface stickiness. The composition may be useful as an adhesive or encapsulating material of an optical semiconductor device such as an LED, a CCD or a photocoupler.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a series of silicone containing polymeric glyceryl esters that have two different molecular weight ester chains, one solid and one liquid, which when combined into a single molecule make a polymer that is solid, but has very unique flow properties. These materials find applications as additives to formulations in personal care products where there is a desire to have a structured film (provided by the solid fatty group) and flow properties, (provided by the liquid fatty group). These compounds by virtue of their unique structure provide outstanding skin feel.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods for preparing polyheterosiloxane materials having at least two different non-Si metal elements. The polyheterosiloxane materials prepared by these methods are solid materials which can be easily dispersed in a solvent of choice.

Abstract: A heat-curable silicone resin composition for sealing optical semiconductors including: component (A): 100 parts by mass of a silicon compound expressed by Formula (1) below; and component (B): from 0.001 to 10 parts by mass of a condensation catalyst. (R1SiO3/2)a((R2)2SiO2/2)b((R3)3SiO1/2)c(SiO4/2)d(XO1/2)e??(1) In this formula, R1, R2, and R3 are identical or differing monovalent organic groups, “X” is a hydrogen atom or a monovalent organic group, “a” is a positive number, “b” is 0 or a positive number, “c” is 0 or a positive number, “d” is 0 or a positive number, and “e” is 0 or a positive number; however “a” to “e” satisfy the following conditions: b/a is a number from 0 to 10, c/a is a number from 0 to 0.5, d/(a+b+c+d) is a number from 0 to 0.3, and e/(a+b+c+d) is a number from 0.01 to 1.5.

Abstract: An optically clear composition includes a condensation curable silicone-organic copolymer. This copolymer has at least one alkoxysilane group, at least one T unit, and at least one Q unit. A silicon atom of at least one of the T and Q units is bonded to a urea group and/or a urethane group. This copolymer is condensation cured to form a film. In addition, a coating system includes a clear coat layer that includes the condensation cured copolymer and at least one sub-clear coat layer disposed in contact with the clear coat layer.

Abstract: A silicon-based coating composition for a wide range of mold surfaces, which composition is formed from a mixture of constituents comprising appropriate portions of silazane, siloxane, and silane, and optionally organic solvent. The composition, after curing, results in an extreme release product that is non-transferable to the finished part, allowing for proper adhesion of coatings or adhesives to the finished surface without additional surface preparation. The cured coatings are ultrathin, having a thickness between 0.1 ?m and 3 ?m, and having a hardness between about 4H and about 9H.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a series of glycerin based polymers that have been designed to have very specific substitution patterns, herein referred to as regiospecific substitution (RSS). The attachment of terminal mono-functional silicone polymers engineered polyesters of glycerin results in heretofore unrecognized products. The unique properties include lower surface tension, better spreadability and a dry skin feel, all of which cannot be attained without the use of a terminal silicone. Incorporation of silicone into the terminal position requires a very specific synthesis regime to establish the sought after regiospecificity.

Abstract: Heteroatom doped silane compounds, e.g., phosphorus-containing silane compounds, are provided. The application also provides methods of producing the heteroatom doped silane compounds from halogen substituted silanes via reaction with a heteroatom-containing nucleophile.

Abstract: Carbanionic polymer chains that contain polyene mer can be provided with a block derived from one or more ethylenically unsaturated functional monomers after being reacted to include, at their respective termini, one or more, although preferably one, unit that is the radical of a cyclic compound, the ring structure of the cyclic compound comprising silicon atoms alternating with O, S or N atoms.