Abstract: This invention relates to polymeric organosilicon compounds containing aryl radicals and to a method for improving the gliding or slipping properties of organic fibers treated therewith. The polymeric organosilicon compounds are represented by the formulaM.sub.a R.sub.b Si{[(OSiR.sub.2).sub.n D].sub.m (OSiR.sub.2).sub.n OSiR.sub.3-d M.sub.d }4-a-bin which R is hydrocarbon or substituted hydrocarbon radical, D represents radicals of the formula--X.sub.a A--X.sub.a (A--X.sub.a).sub.c --,X represents the groups: ##STR1## where R' is hydrogen or R, R" is a bivalent aliphatic hydrocarbon radical, A is a bivalent or substituted bivalent aromatic hydrocarbon radical, M represents radicals of the formula--X.sub.a --A--X.sub.a (A--X.sub.a).sub.c H,a is 0 or 1, b is 0, 1 or 2, c is 0 or a number of from 1 to 5, d is 0 or 1, m is 0 or a number of from 1 to 20, n is a number of from 1 to 1,000 with the proviso that at least one OSiR.sub.2 -- unit and at least one X.sub.a --A--X.sub.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein the substituents A, Z, R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, X, n and m are defined hereinbeloware effective photoinitiators, especially for the photopolymerization of ethylenically unsaturated compounds and for the curing of printing inks.

Abstract: Novel arylalkyl silicone sulfonate-silicate copolymers are disclosed which are useful in inhibiting the corrosion of metals below sodium in the electromotive series that come in contact with aqueous liquids, especially aqueous alcohol solutions used as heat transfer media. Antifreeze concentrates and a process for inhibiting corrosion are also disclosed.

Abstract: Surface-active polysiloxanes are disclosed having the formula: ##STR1## in which x denotes an integer from 3 to 10 and A denotes a cationic, anionic, zwitterionic or nonionic hydrophilic unit which contains one or more of the same or different groups which are amine, amine oxide, ammonium, ammonioalkylcarboxylate, ammonioalkylsulphonate, amide, sulphonamide, ether, thioether, sulphoxide, hydroxyl, ester or acid groups. These polysiloxanes are particularly useful for use in cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions, especially compositions for the hair.

Abstract: Silane-functionalized ultraviolet screening agent precursors comprise compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is ##STR2## R.sup.1 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, R.sup.2 is C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl or C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 alkanoyl, R.sup.3 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkoxyl, X is 0,1 or 2, y is 1,2, or 3 and x+y=3. Under ultraviolet radiation the compounds rearrange to the corresponding .alpha.-hydroxybenzophenones which protect substrates, especially transparent plastics, against degradation.

Abstract: A composition comprising (a) an organic compound having at least one hydrolyzable silyl group and (b) an organic amine and/or an alkali metal hydroxide. The composition is curable upon exposure to moisture, and has superior properties, such as hardness, toughness and stain resistance, when used for example as a coating. The composition can be utilized as a coating material.

Abstract: Expansion of a ring structure and extension of a noncyclic structure containing a ketosulfone grouping in the ring by reaction with a 2-X-alkyl-3-allyl-trialkylsilane intermediate in which X is a leaving group and conversion to an expanded ring.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel sulfur-containing organosilicon compounds comprising substituted dithiocarbamates and substituted sulfenate esters and the use of these novel compounds as reinforcing promoters for silica-filled rubber compositions.

Abstract: Sulfonato-organosilanol compounds and aqueous solutions and compositions thereof are provided which have at least one sulfonato-organic substituent therein. The weight percentage of oxygen in the compounds is at least about 30% and the weight percentage of silicon in the compounds is not greater than about 15%, these percentages being taken with reference to the water-free acid form of the compounds. Hydrophilic siliceous surfaces and processes for imparting hydrophilicity to such surfaces are also provided.

Abstract: This disclosure describes 11-deoxy-11-substituted members of the E.sub.2, F.sub.2, E.sub.1, F.sub.1, dihydro E.sub.1 and dihydro F.sub.1 prostaglandin series which are useful as hypotensive agents and as anti-ulcer agents.

Abstract: The invention provides organosilicon compounds of the formula: ##STR1## in which: n is 1, 2 or 3;each R, which may be identical or different, is a monovalent organic group which contains a carbon-carbon double bond and from 2 to 10 carbon atoms;each R.sub.1, which may be identical or different, is a straight or branched alkyl radical optionally substituted by one or more halogen atoms or cyano groups; an aryl radical or an alkylaryl radical optionally substituted by one or more halogen atoms;R.sub.2 is a straight or branched divalent alkylene or alkylidene radical possessing up to 4 carbon atoms;X is a divalent radical consisting of, or containing, at least one hetero-atom selected from oxygen, sulphur and nitrogen atoms, the radical being attached to the radical R.sub.2 via a said hetero-atom;G is an organic radical of valency (m+1) possessing from 1 to 30 carbon atoms;m is 1, 2 or 3;and each Y, which may be identical or different, is a functional group selected from: --NO.sub.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of a perfluoroalkanesulphonic acid ester of the formulaC.sub.n F.sub.2n+1 SO.sub.3 Si R.sup.1 R.sup.2 R.sup.3comprising reacting a silane of the formulaR.sup.1 R.sup.2 R.sup.3 R.sup.4 Siwith a perfluoroalkanesulphonic acid of the formulaC.sub.n F.sub.2n+1 SO.sub.3 HwhereinR.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 each independently is alkyl with 1 to 6 carbon atoms,R.sup.4 is methyl, andn is from 1 to 12.Compounds wherein the total number of carbon atoms in Cn, R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 is at least 6 are new and especially useful as silylating agents in organic cyntheses.

Abstract: Derivatives, analogs, and congeners of prostane having a 1-(hydroxymethyl)-1-oxo-prostane structure in the F.sub.1 series.

Abstract: This disclosure describes derivatives, analogs, and congeners of prostanoic acid having a terminal cyclic moiety in the .beta.-chain which possess the pharmacological activities associated with the prostaglandins.

Abstract: Polymeric alkoxysilanes which comprise a polymer network of the average formula ##STR1## wherein each R is an independently selected hydrocarbon or hydrocarbon ether radical, each .[.R'.]..Iadd.R.sup.1 .Iaddend. is an independently selected hydrocarbon radical, all of said radicals being free of aliphatic unsaturation, a has a value from 1 to 3; and b has a value from 0.0001 to 1.0. These polymers are made by reacting an alkoxysilane of the formula ##EQU1## with water and with an organosulfonic acid of the formula R.sup.1 SO.sub.3 H. These polymers are useful in zinc-rich paints and in binders for investment castings.