Abstract: There is disclosed a condensation curable coating composition in the form of an oil-in-oil emulsion, the coating composition being able to protect surfaces coated therewith from undesired contamination by materials coming in contact therewith. The surfaces to be so protected by the coating composition, once cured, can, by way of illustration, be of parts of printing systems and the materials coming in contact with such surfaces can be ink images or residues thereof.

Abstract: This room-temperature-curable polybutadiene resin composition contains: (A) a urethane oligomer comprising a condensation polymer of (A1) a polybutadiene having an OH group at both ends of the molecular chain and (A2) a diisocyanate compound; (B) a hydrolysable organosilane compound which, in one molecule, has on average two or more hydrolysable groups bonded to a silicon atom and does not have three or more nitrogen atoms, and/or a partially hydrolysed condensate of said compound; (C) a condensation reaction catalyst; and (D) a hydrolysable organosilane compound which, in one molecule, has three or more nitrogen atoms, and/or a partially hydrolysed condensate of said compound. Said room-temperature-curable polybutadiene resin composition allows a coating film to be obtained, in particular a coating film that is resistant to gas permeation, said coating film therefore being useful as a coating material having properties preventing corrosion by a corrosive gas.

Abstract: A circuit board water-proofing coating composition is provided comprising: at least one passivating agent, preferably containing a molecule comprising a thio-functional group, desirably a thiol group, an azolic moiety, or an azole, and combinations thereof; at least one binder component comprising an organic or inorganic film-forming polymer, and/or one or more polymer pre-cursors polymerizable on a substrate surface; and optionally one or more additive(s); also provided are methods of making and using the coating composition and coated circuit boards.

Abstract: A circuit board water-proofing coating composition is provided comprising: at least one passivating agent, preferably containing a molecule comprising a thio-functional group, desirably a thiol group, an azolic moiety, or an azole, and combinations thereof; at least one binder component comprising an organic or inorganic film-forming polymer, and/or one or more polymer pre-cursors polymerizable on a substrate surface; and optionally one or more additive(s); also provided are methods of making and using the coating composition and coated circuit boards.

Abstract: Disclosed are a stress-resistant, creep-resistant, high-temperature resistant and high-insulation sheath material for a maglev train cable, and a manufacturing method and use thereof. A multiple chemical crosslinking structure is constructed by blending a functional polyvinylsilicone grease with ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and a ceramicized silicone rubber as a cable material matrix and using electron beam irradiation. In addition, organic/inorganic fillers in the matrix can form physical crosslinking points in the material. A physical-chemical dual crosslinking structure is constructed in the matrix, which can limit the motion and relaxation of molecular chains and improve the interaction between the insulation layer and sheath layer and refractory layers such as fillers and mica tapes to avoid the relative displacement during the laying and operation and improve the high-temperature resistance, creep resistance and stress relaxation resistance of a UHMWPE cable sheath material.

Abstract: [Problem] To provide a polysiloxanecapable of forming a cured film of a thick film with high heat resistance, a composition comprising the polysiloxane, and a method of manufacturing a cured film using the composition. [Means for Solution] To provide a polysiloxane comprising a repeating unit represented by the following formula (Ib), wherein R2 is each independently hydrogen, alkyl, aryl, alkenyl, and the like, a composition comprising the polysiloxane, and a method of manufacturing a cured film using the composition.

Abstract: Crosslinkable compositions based on organopolysiloxanes containing organyloxy groups may have low viscosities and self-leveling properties, and contain (A) organopolysiloxanes containing organyloxy groups of the formula (I) RaR1b(OR2)cSiO(4-a-b-c)/2??(I), (B) organosilicon compounds of the formula (II) (R4O)dSiR3(4-d)??(II), and/or their partial hydrolysates, (C) organosilicon compounds containing basic nitrogen of the formula (III) (R6O)eSiR5(4-e)??(III), and/or their partial hydrolysates, and (D) organosilicon compounds of the formula (IV) (R8O)hSiR7(4-h) and/or their partial hydrolysates.

Abstract: A modified polysiloxane has formula (I) In formula (I) m is an integer between 0 and 10000; n is an integer between 0 and 10000; m and n cannot be equal to 0 simultaneously; R1-R7 are the same or different; and at least one of R1-R7 includes a group having a reversible chemical bond system based on a hydrogen bond, a coordinate bond, or a covalent bond. The polysioxane is used as a main chain to introduce a reversible chemical bond having temperature sensitivity by using a chemical method, so as to obtain a polymer material which is highly sensitive to temperature. The temperature-sensitive properties of materials provide functional materials for specific applications, such as medical external fixation materials, orthopedic materials, and packaging materials, can be obtained by using particular processing and preparation methods.

Abstract: A curing formulation operative as a lubricant is provided that has a plurality of silicone polymer precursors constituting a majority by weight of the formulation, each of the plurality of the silicone polymer precursors has a single curable moiety. A crosslinker is provided for reaction with the single curable moiety of each of the plurality of silicone polymer precursors to yield a thermoplastic silicone polymer having a majority by total weight of silicone polymer being comb- or branched-polymer form as the lubricant. A process of lubricating an interface is provide that includes the application of an aforementioned composition to the interface. Upon allowing sufficient time for the formulation to cure in ambient temperature conditions, a thermoplastic silicone polymer is formed having a majority by total weight of silicone polymer being comb- or branched-polymer.

Abstract: An adhesive composition, including at least polymer containing silane groups, between 15 and 35 wt.-% of at least one polymeric plasiticzer, between 0.5 and 2.5 wt.-% of at least one monomeric or oligomeric aminofunctional alkoxysilane S1 with a nitrogen content of between 4.5 and 14.5 wt.-%, and between 0.5 and 2.5 wt.-% of at least one oligomeric aminofunctional alkoxysilane S2 with a nitrogen content of between 15 and 20 wt.-%. The adhesive composition is particularly suitable to seal or bond thermoplastic substrates, such as polyolefins or bituminous materials, and shows fast adhesion build-up and low volatile organic carbon (VOC).

Abstract: The invention relates to a curable composition, containing (A) at least one polyorganosiloxane, which has at least one hydroxy group bound to a silicon atom, (B) at least one silane of the formula (1): Si(R1)m(R2)n(R3)4-(m+n)??(1), as defined herein, (C) at least one aminosilane, and (D) at least one tin compound, whereby the molar ratio of the aminosilane to the tin compound is 1:1 to 50:1, as well as to the preparation and use thereof.

Abstract: This invention is a composition capable of forming a heat-dissipating member that has high heat resistance and high thermal conductivity. This composition for a heat-dissipating member comprises a thermally conductive first inorganic filler bonded to one end of a first coupling agent, and a thermally conductive second inorganic filler bonded to one end of a second coupling agent, the composition being characterized in that: the other end of the first coupling agent and the other end of the second coupling agent are each bonded to a bifunctional or higher silsesquioxane by a curing treatment, as illustrated in FIG. 2; or at least one of the first coupling agent and the second coupling agent includes, in the structure thereof, a silsesquioxane, and the other end of the first coupling agent and the other end of the second coupling agent are bonded together as illustrated in FIG. 3.

Abstract: A nano-silica hybrid vinyl phenyl silicon intermediate, a preparation method therefor and a use thereof in an environmentally-friendly insulating varnish are provided. The nano-silica particles are dispersed uniformly and stably; the nana-silica hybrid vinyl phenyl silicon intermediate has the advantages of resisting high temperatures and coronas and being high in activity; the temperature index measured according to a secant method is 200° C.-240° C., the measured corona-resistant time is 18-36h, and the vinyl active sites carried thereon can have a good compatibility with polyesterimide, heat-resistant polyesters, hydrogen-containing siloxane and modified epoxy; the intermediate is particularly suitable for preparing a high-temperature-resistant and corona-resistant solvent-free insulating varnish; and there are on volatile gases during use, thereby causing on pollution to the atmospheric environment.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound represented by Formula 1, a modified and conjugated diene-based polymer with a high modification ratio, which includes a functional group derived from the compound, a method for preparing the polymer, a rubber composition including the polymer, and a tire manufactured from the rubber composition.

Abstract: A resin composition including an olefin resin, an alkenyl-containing alkoxy silane compound, and at least one inorganic filler selected from the group consisting of titanium oxide, alumina, talc, clay, aluminum, aluminum hydroxide, mica, iron oxide, graphite, carbon black, calcium carbonate, zinc sulfide, zinc oxide, barium sulfate, and potassium titanate; a reflector using the resin composition; a reflector-bearing lead frame; and a semiconductor light-emitting device. Accordingly, provided by the present invention are: a resin composition capable of expressing an excellent heat resistance (especially heat distortion resistance) even when it is made to a formed body; a reflector using the resin composition; a reflector-bearing lead frame; and a semiconductor light-emitting device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to: a thermosetting alkoxysilyl compound (hereinafter, referred to as “alkoxysilyl compound”) having two or more alkoxysilyl groups showing excellent heat-resistance characteristics in a composite; a composition and a cured product comprising the same; a use thereof; and a method for preparing an alkoxysilyl compound. The composition of an alkoxysilyl compound, comprising a novel alkoxysilyl compound according to the present invention shows, in a composite, improved heat-resistance characteristics, i.e., an effect of decreasing the CTE of the composition of an alkoxysilyl compound and not showing a glass transition temperature (hereinafter, referred to as “Tg-less”). Further, the cured product comprising an alkoxysilyl compound according to the present invention shows excellent flame retardant properties due to the alkoxysilyl groups.

Abstract: The object of the invention is therefore to provide a method for the preparation of amino-functional polyorganosiloxanes, in which (A) organosiloxanes containing Si—OH groups are reacted with (B) at least stoichiometric amounts of monoalkoxy(aminoalkyl) silanes with respect to the Si—OH groups, wherein catalytically active additives selected from acid, base or metal-organic compound are used in amounts of less than 0.1 ppm acid, less than 30 ppm base and less than 0.4% metal-organic compound.

Abstract: Provided are a novel trisilyl amine derivative, a method for preparing the same, and a silicon-containing thin film using the same, wherein the trisilyl amine derivative, which is a compound having thermal stability, high volatility, and high reactivity and being present in a liquid state at room temperature and under pressure where handling is possible, may form a high purity silicon-containing thin film having excellent physical and electrical properties by various deposition methods.

Abstract: Methods and formulations for modified silicone resins of Formula (II) are presented. Formula (II) comprises at least one of each of the following subunits: The R1, R2, R3, R6, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11, R12 and R13 are each independently selected from a group consisting of H, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, and aryl. The X is selected from a group consisting of arylene, transition metal, inorganic oxide, and silsesquioxane. The values of t ranges from 1 to 10, y ranges from 1 to 200 and z ranges from 1 to 1,000. The elastomeric materials prepared from modified silicone resins display robust mechanical properties following prolonged exposure to high temperatures (e.g., 316° C. or higher).

Abstract: Methods for treating a gaseous stream are described herein. A method for treating a gaseous stream, includes contacting a gaseous stream comprising a mixture of hydrocarbons with organosilica particles at a temperature of 60° C. or less and a pressure of 0.1 MPa(g) or more to capture at least a portion of the hydrocarbons from the gaseous stream and to obtain a treated gaseous stream. The hydrocarbon dew point value of the treated gaseous stream is lower than a hydrocarbon dew point value of the gaseous stream prior to being contacted with the organosilica particles.

Abstract: A mixture useful as an electrolyte in lithium ion batteries and use thereof are provided. Lithium ion batteries with good performance, especially good cyclability after prolonged operation are obtained. The mixture contains an aprotic organic solvent, a cyclic compound containing C1-C10-alkyl, C1-C10-alkoxy, C3-C10-cycloalkyl, benzyl or C6-C14-aryl, water, optionally an additive and a lithium salt.

Abstract: Curable organosilicon compositions with good adhesion to substrates and good workability contain a condensable base organopolysiloxane, a carbamato-alkyl-functional alkoxysilane, and a heterocycle substituted at a heteroatom by an alkoxysilylmethyl group.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polymers functionalized by terminal groups, where these have, at the chain end, a silane-containing carbinol group of the formula (I) where R1, R2, R3, R4 are identical or different and are H, alkyl moieties, cycloalkyl moieties, aryl moieties, alkaryl moieties and aralkyl moieties, where these can comprise heteroatoms such as O, N, S, Si, A is a divalent organic moiety which can comprise, alongside C and H, heteroatoms such as O, N, S, Si.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a mild, efficient, and general direct C(sp)-H bond silylation. Various embodiments includes methods, each method comprising or consisting essentially of contacting at least one organic substrate comprising a terminal alkynyl C—H bond, with a mixture of at least one organosilane and an alkali metal hydroxide, under conditions sufficient to form a silylated terminal alkynyl moiety. The methods are operable in the substantially absence of transition-metal compounds. The systems associated with these methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: Hexachlorodisilane and residues formed therefrom are disposed of without generating pyrophoric compositions by reaction with urea and alcohol in nonpolar solvent.

Abstract: A composition for forming an aluminum-containing film includes an organic solvent, and an organic aluminum compound. The organic aluminum compound has a structure represented by a general formula (1). In the general formula (1), each of R1 to R6 is independently a hydrogen atom or a hydrocarbon group, each of R1s, R2s, R3s, R4s, R5s and R6s is identical or different, and optionally each of R1s, R2s, R3s, R4s, R5s or R6s is linked to one another.

Abstract: A cross-linkable coating composition comprises (i) one or more silanes having either at least three hydrolysable groups, or at least two hydrolysable groups and at least one organofunctional group capable of forming chemical bonds upon curing, wherein (i.a) the sum of said silanes constitutes at least 20% of the total mass of the coating compositions combined solids and silanes, and (i.b) said silanes are possibly partly or completely hydrolyzed and possibly partly condensed, and (ii) at least one low surface energy additive, wherein (ii.a) said low surface energy additive comprises polydimethylsiloxane chemically bonded to at least one functional group, (ii.b) said functional group is configured for the polydimethylsiloxane moiety to cross-link with said coating composition, (ii.c) said polydimethylsiloxane constitutes 0.01% to 15% of the mass of said cured coating, when said coating composition is cured, and (ii.d) said polydimethylsiloxane moiety has a molecular weight of more than 1600 g/mol.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel superconducting hybrid polymer material and to the preparation method and uses thereof, particularly for proton superexchange membranes usable as fuel cell electrolytes.

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: [Problem] To provide a curable composition having high stability and excellent curing properties. [Solution] The present invention relates to a curable composition, and a cured synthetic resin using same, that functions as a curing catalyst for a synthetic resin. The curable composition contains (A) a titanium alkoxide, (B) a bidentate organic chelating agent that stabilizes the titanium alkoxide and (C) a guanidine compound. The molar ratio of the titanium alkoxide (A), the bidentate organic chelating agent (B), and the guanidine compound (C) is 1:0.5-3:0.5-2.

Abstract: Provided is an ink jet recording head, including a member provided with an ejection orifice for ejecting ink, in which the ink jet recording head further includes a water-repellent layer including a cured product of a condensed product obtained by condensation of a hydrolyzable silane compound having an epoxy group and a hydrolyzable silane compound having a perfluoropolyether group on a surface of the member on a side on which the ejection orifice opens.

Abstract: A durable superhydrophobic coating, which coating has the ability to self-heal, similar to the regeneration function observed in biological systems. The coating composition comprises the reaction products of at least one fluorine-containing silane compound (A), at least one hydrolysable compound (B), at least one polysiloxane compound (C), at least one relatively large-sized ceramic particle (I), at least one nano-sized ceramic particle (II) and at least one solvent.

Abstract: There is provided an elastic member including a surface resin layer including a crosslinked product of a dimethyl silicone compound having a reactive group and a fluoroalkyl compound having a reactive group.

Abstract: The present invention provides curable compositions comprising non-Sn organo-metal catalysts that accelerate the condensation curing of moisture curable silicones/non-silicones. In particular, the present invention provides Mn(III) complexes that are particularly suitable as replacements for organotin for sealant and RTV formulations. The Mn(III) complexes are comparable or superior to organotin such as DBTDL, superior to Mn(II) compounds, and exhibit certain behavior in the presence of components that allow for tuning or adjusting the cure characteristics of the present compositions and provide good adhesion and storage stability.

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: Lateral hydroxymethyl-substituted organopolysiloxanol are prepared by reacting a silanol-stopped organosiloxane with a hydrolyzable methyleneoxy-group-containing organosilicon compound.

Abstract: A compound having a guanidine structure and uses thereof as organopolysiloxane polycondensation catalysts are described.

Abstract: A curable compound is provided, which can be obtained as a mixture of at least two components to be stored separately, of which one component includes a silane-modified polymer and the component of a second component includes an acid or basic salt containing water of crystallization. An aminic adhesion promoter is contained in one or both components or a further component, with the stipulation that no component contains all three substances. Additionally, a method is provided for accelerating the curing of a silane-modified polymer, in which an acid or basic salt containing water of crystallization is added to the silane-modified polymer.

Abstract: A moisture-curable resin composition comprising (a) at least one moisture-curable polymer having at least one hydrolysable silyl group; (b) at least one hydrocarbylalkoxysilane; and (c) at least one silane adhesion promoter containing a glycidoxy group. The composition may also contain additives including a catalyst for catalyzing the reaction between the moisture-curable polymer having at least one hydrolysable silyl group (a) with water under curing conditions, a filler, a plasticizer, and combinations thereof. The moisture-curable resin composition is useful in the production of adhesives, sealants and coatings for use in primerless concrete applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polyolefin composition comprising (A) a crosslinkable polyolefin with hydrolysable silane groups which upon hydrolysation form an acid or a base, characterised in that the acid or base generates a gel content of at least 40% after 40 hours in the 90° C. cross-linking test, wherein the acid or base is added in an amount of 4.5 mmol/kg to an ethylene/vinyltrimethoxysilane copolymer with a MFR2=2 g/10 min, a density of 923 g/cm3, and 2 wt. % of vinyltrimethoxysilane and then is cross-linked in a waterbath at 90° C., and to a polyolefin composition comprising (i) a crosslinkable polyolefin with hydrolysable silane groups, and (ii) a non-polymeric compound with hydrolysable silane groups which upon hydrolysation form an acid or a base, characterised in that the acid or base generates a gel content of at least 40% after 40 hours in the 90° C. cross-linking test, wherein the acid or base is added in an amount of 4.

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 relates to viscoelastic silicone rubber compositions that are the products of the reaction of: (a) a silanol-terminated polyorganosiloxane base; (b) a boron-containing crosslinking agent; and (c) a siloxane bond-forming crosslinking agent. In a viscoelastic silicone rubber composition of the invention some of the crosslinks, the siloxane crosslinks, are permanent and others of the crosslinks, the boron-containing crosslinks, are temporary. Because a fraction of its crosslinks can come apart and then reform, a viscoelastic silicone rubber composition of the invention can relax stress in response to strain and thus adapt to new shapes. The composition has sufficient permanent crosslinks, however, to establish a permanent equilibrium shape to which the composition will eventually return when not subject to any imposed stress.

Abstract: A process for condensation between at least one ?SiOH unit and at least one ?SiOR unit is provided. In accordance with the present invention, R=a hydrogen or a C1-C20 hydrocarbon group optionally comprising one or more heteroatoms, and the ?SiOH and ?SiOR units belong to at least one identical or different (organo)silicon compound P. The process is conducted in the presence of an effective amount of at least one catalyst C, comprising a carbene. Compositions are also provided.

Abstract: A silanol condensation catalyst including at least the zirconium metal salt expressed by Formula (I) below (wherein n is an integer from 1 to 3; each R1 is a hydrocarbon group having from 1 to 16 carbons; and each R2 is a hydrocarbon group having from 1 to 18 carbons.) A heat-curable silicone resin composition for sealing optical semiconductors includes 100 parts by mass of a polysiloxane containing two or more silanol groups in the molecule; from 0.1 to 2,000 parts by mass of a silane compound containing two or more alkoxy groups that are bonded to a silicon atom in the molecule; and a zirconium metal salt expressed by Formula (I). A sealed optical semiconductor is formed by sealing a LED chip by applying the heat-curable silicone resin composition to the LED chip, heating the LED chip, and curing the heat-curable silicone resin composition.

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 is an addition reaction-curable organopolysilmethylenesiloxane copolymer composition including: (A) an organopolysilmethylenesiloxane copolymer represented by formula (a) shown below: which has in one molecule at least two alkenyl groups bonding to silicon atoms; (B) an organopolysiloxane represented by formula (b) shown below: R2aSiO(4-a)/2??(b) which has in one molecule at least two alkenyl groups bonding to silicon atoms; (C) an organohydrogenpolysilmethylenesiloxane and/or organohydrogenpolysiloxane; and (D) a platinum group metal-based catalyst. The copolymer composition excels in heat resistance, electrical insulation, mechanical strength, and optical properties, and exhibits good water resistance, hydrolysis resistance and gas barrier properties under severe use conditions without suffering gas permeability and poor chemical resistance inherent in silicone rubber.

Abstract: A bodied siloxane resin comprises M, Q, and T-propyl units and is capped with additional M units. The bodied siloxane resin contains less silanol groups than the bodied siloxane resin before being capped with additional M units.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organopolysiloxane composition that can be vulcanized at room temperature into an elastomer that is crosslinked by polycondensation and that does not contain alkyltin-based catalysts which exhibit toxicity problems. The invention also relates to novel polycondensation catalysts having a guanidine structure, in silicone chemistry, and to the uses thereof as catalysts for the organopolysiloxane polycondensation reaction.

Abstract: Fluorocarbon- and urethane-(meth)acryl-containing additives and hardcoats. The hardcoats are particularly useful as a surface layer on an optical device.

Abstract: The present invention provides for textiles treated with a composition comprising the reaction product of e) an oxirane or oxetane compound comprising at least two oxirane or oxetane groups; and f) an amino silane having the formula: N(H)(R1)R2Si(OR3)3-a-b-c(OR4)a(R5Si(OR6)d(R7)e)bR8c with R1 is chosen from the group consisting of H or a monovalent hydrocarbon radical containing one to 20 carbon atoms; R2 and R5 are independently selected from a group consisting of oxygen or a divalent linear or branched hydrocarbon radical consisting of 1-60 carbons; R4 is a hydrocarbon radical that contains 3 to 200 carbon atoms; R3, R6, R7, and R8 and are each independently selected from the group of monovalent linear or branched hydrocarbon radicals having from 1 to 200 carbon atoms; the subscript b is zero or a positive number and has a value ranging from 0 to 3; the subscripts a, and c are zero or positive and have a value ranging from 0 to 3 subject to the limitation that (a+b+c)?3; and the subscripts d and e ar