AZLACTONE TELECHELIC POLYMER

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described.

Azlactone telechelic polymer

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described.

Multifunctional oxidation catalysts and methods of making

Applicant discloses multifunctional, highly active oxidation catalysts and methods of making such catalysts. Such methods include providing nanoparticles comprising titanium-oxo and zinc-oxo compositions, such as crystalline anatase titania nanoparticles with zinc-oxo domains on their surfaces, and etching the nanoparticles. The method also includes depositing catalytically active gold onto the nanoparticles, by, for example, physical vapor deposition.

RING-OPENED AZLACTONE TELECHELIC POLYMER

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Reactive oligomers

The present invention provides novel compositions prepared from a first oligomer containing reactive functional groups capable of reaction at effective rates (at normal processing temperatures) with a co-reactive second component possessing functionality that is complementary to that of the first oligomer. The compositions may be used as coatings, including hard surface coatings, clear coatings, powder coatings and pattern coatings; as adhesives, including pressure sensitive adhesives and hot melt adhesives; as sealants; as optical coatings; as blown microfibers (BMF); as high refractive index optical materials; as barrier films; in microreplication; as low adhesion backsizes, (LABs) and as release coatings.

ADDUCTS OF AMINES AND POLYCARBOXYLIC ACIDS, AND FILTER MEDIA COMPRISING SUCH ADDUCTS

Herein are disclosed adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and methods of making such adducts. Such adducts can be used to remove cyanogen chloride. Also disclosed are methods of providing such adducts on supports to form filter media. Also disclosed are methods of combining such filter media with catalysts and/or with porous polymeric webs to form filter systems.

Azlactone photoiniferters for radical polymerization

Photoiniferters for controlled radical polymerizations are described. The photoiniferters have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Ring-opened azlactone initiators for atom transfer radical polymerization

Initiators for atom transfer radical polymerizations are described. The initiators have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Protective film adhesive

A protective floor film adhesive composition includes an acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive having an inherent viscosity in a range of 0.3 dl/g or greater, a cross-linker, and a plasticizer compatible with the acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive. The adhesive composition has a glass transition temperature of 10 degrees Celsius or less, and the adhesive composition has an initial 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 5 oz/in or greater and builds to a final 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 40 oz/in or less, and a haze test value of 10% or less. Protective floor film articles and methods of protecting flooring are also described.

CROSSLINKABLE HYDROPHILIC MATERIALS FROM POLYMERS HAVING PENDANT MICHAEL DONOR GROUPS

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from polymers having pendent hydrophilic groups, and pendant Michael donor groups, and crosslinked by polyacryl Michael acceptor compounds. © KIPO & WIPO 2008 ...

ROLL-GOOD FUEL CELL FABRICATION PROCESSES, EQUIPMENT, AND ARTICLES PRODUCED FROM SAME

Fabricating roll-good fuel cell material involves laminating first and second bonding material webs having spaced apart windows to first and second surfaces of a fuel cell membrane web. First and second active regions of the membrane web are positioned within the respective bonding material windows. Third and fourth gasket material webs having spaced apart windows are respectively laminated to the bonding material on the first and second membrane web surfaces. The bonding material windows align with the respective gasket material windows so that at least some of the bonding material extends within the respective gasket material windows. Fluid transport layer (FTL) material portions cut from fifth and sixth FTL material webs are laminated to the respective first and second active regions. The FTL material portions are positioned within respective gasket material windows and contact the bonding material extending within the respective gasket material windows. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and filter media comprising such adducts

Herein are disclosed adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and methods of making such adducts. Such adducts can be used to remove cyanogen chloride. Also disclosed are methods of providing such adducts on supports to form filter media. Also disclosed are methods of combining such filter media with catalysts and/or with porous polymeric webs to form filter systems.

Azlactone initiators for atom transfer radical polymerization

Initiators for atom transfer radical polymerizations are described. The initiators have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

HETEROGENEOUS, COMPOSITE, CARBONACEOUS CATALYST SYSTEM AND METHODS THAT USE CATALYTICALLY ACTIVE GOLD

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold. © KIPO & WIPO 2008 ...

Patterned chemical sensor having inert occluding layer

A sensor 40 that detects a chemical such as an organic vapor. The sensor 40 includes a film that has a film body 58 that includes a detection layer 48 and that is responsive to the presence of a chemical by providing a color change. The film also includes an occluding layer 54 that has a first major surface 59 and that is bound to the film body 58 but is inert to the detection layer 48 to preclude the occluding layer 54 and the chemical from causing a color change in the film body 58 in an area 42 normal to the first major surface 59 of the occluding layer 54 . A sensor having this construction can provide a distinctly visible image on the sensor, which may be helpful in evaluating the remaining life of a filter cartridge.

Hardenable self-supporting structures and methods

Compositions, particularly for forming dental products, having a hardenable self-supporting structure with sufficient malleability to be subsequently customized into a second shape and then hardened, and methods.

HETEROGENEOUS, COMPOSITE, CARBONACEOUS CATALYST SYSTEM AND METHODS THAT USE CATALYTICALLY ACTIVE GOLD

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to form the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold.

ABSORBENT DRESSING COMPRISING HYDROPHILIC POLYMER

An absorbent dressing is described which comprises a crosslinked hydrophilic gel absorbent layer comprising a first component polymer comprising a plurality of polymerized monomer units having pendent hydrophilic groups, and pendent Michael donor groups; and a crosslinking agent comprising at least two Michael acceptor groups. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Catalytically Active Gold Supported On Thermally Treated Nanoporous Supports

The present invention provides technology for controlling, or tuning, the catalytic activity of gold provided upon nanoporous supports such as those derived from nanoparticulate titania. It has been discovered that the nature of the surfaces of the nanoparticles used to support a nano-metal catalyst, such as catalytically active gold, has a profound effect upon the catalytic properties of the supported catalyst. The support surface may be altered as desired to control the activity of the gold. The present invention teaches how thermal treatment of nanoparticulate media incorporated into a nanoporous support prior to deposition of catalytically active gold dramatically suppresses the ability of a resultant catalyst system to oxidize hydrogen. Yet, the system still readily oxidizes CO.

Adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and filter media comprising such adducts

Herein are disclosed adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and methods of making such adducts. Such adducts can be used to remove cyanogen chloride. Also disclosed are methods of providing such adducts on supports to form filter media. Also disclosed are methods of combining such filter media with catalysts and/or with porous polymeric webs to form filter systems.

AZLACTONE TELECHELIC POLYMER

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

CONTINUOUS PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF CONTROLLED ARCHITECTURE MATERIALS UNDER HIGH SOLIDS LOADING CONDITIONS

The present invention discloses a continuous process for the production of polymerized controlled architectures materials under high solids loading conditions. The materials are made under stirred, plug-flow and temperature-controlled conditions. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

RING-OPENED AZLACTONE TELECHELIC POLYMER

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described.

PARTICLE-CONTAINING FIBROUS WEB

A porous sheet article including a self-supporting nonwoven web of less than 20 weight percent polymeric fibers exhibiting no more than about 1 weight percent dimethyl methyl phosphonate uptake and at least 80 weight percent sorbent particles enmeshed in the web, the sorbent particles being sufficiently evenly distributed in the web and the fiber polymer(s) being such that the web has an Adsorption Factor A of at least 1.6 X 10/mm water. The articles have low pressure drop and can provide filter elements and other individual or collective protection devices having long service lives and an Adsorption Factor approaching and in some instances exceeding that of a packed carbon bed.4 © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

ROLL-GOOD FUEL CELL FABRICATION PROCESSES, EQUIPMENT, AND ARTICLES PRODUCED FROM SAME

Fabricating roll-good fuel cell material involves laminating first and second bonding material webs having spaced apart windows to first and second surfaces of a fuel cell membrane web. First and second active regions of the membrane web are positioned within the respective bonding material windows. Third and fourth gasket material webs having spaced apart windows are respectively laminated to the bonding material on the first and second membrane web surfaces. The bonding material windows align with the respective gasket material windows so that at least some of the bonding material extends within the respective gasket material windows. Fluid transport layer (FTL) material portions cut from fifth and sixth FTL material webs are laminated to the respective first and second active regions. The FTL material portions are positioned within respective gasket material windows and contact the bonding material extending within the respective gasket material windows.

PROTECTIVE FILMS AND RELATED METHODS

The invention features protective film constructions that may be used, for example, as a protective floor finish. © KIPO & WIPO 2008 ...

2-octyl (meth)acrylate adhesive composition

A pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprising a 2-octyl (meth)acrylate/(meth)acrylic acid copolymer and a crosslinking agent is described. The adhesive composition may be derived from renewable resources and provides good peel, shear and high temperature stability.

Hardenable self-supporting structures and methods

Compositions, particularly for forming dental products, having a hardenable self-supporting structure with sufficient malleability to be subsequently customized into a second shape and then hardened, and methods.

SOLID CLEANERS FOR HEATED FOOD PREPARATION SURFACES

A solid cleaner for heated surfaces is disclosed. The solid cleaner includes a solidifying agent including wax, and a cleaning agent. The solid cleaner is solid at room temperature and liquid at an elevated temperature. Methods of cleaning a heated surface and cleaning articles are also disclosed. © KIPO & WIPO 2008 ...

PROCESS FOR PREPARING A K-TYPE POLARIZER

A process for preparing a polarizer is described whereby an article comprising an oriented, vinylalcohol polymer film layer, and an acid donor layer comprising a photoacid generator, is exposed to radiant energy at a temperature sufficient to effect a partial dehydration of the vinylalcohol polymer to a vinylalcohol/poly(acetylene) copolymer. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

K-TYPE POLARIZER AND PREPARATION THEREOF

The applicant relates to a polarizer and a precursor therefore. The precursor comprises a vinylalcohol polymer and a thermal acid generator such as a vinylchloride polymer or a chlorotriazine. The claimed precursor is supposed to undergo a transition upon irradiation and heating to chemically Form a polyvinyl alcohol/polyacetylene copolymer that serves a polariser. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Particle-containing fibrous web

A porous sheet article including a self-supporting nonwoven web of less than 20 weight percent polymeric fibers exhibiting no more than about 1 weight percent dimethyl methyl phosphonate uptake and at least 80 weight percent sorbent particles enmeshed in the web, the sorbent particles being sufficiently evenly distributed in the web and the fiber polymer(s) being such that the web has an Adsorption Factor A of at least 1.6x10<4>/mm water. The articles have low pressure drop and can provide filter elements and other individual or collective protection devices having long service lives and an Adsorption Factor approaching and in some instances exceeding that of a packed carbon bed.

Ring-opened azlactone initiators for atom transfer radical polymerization

Initiators for atom transfer radical polymerizations are described. The initiators have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from reactive oligomers having pendent photoinitiator groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from oligomers having pendent hydrophilic, poly(alkylene oxide) groups, pendent photoinitiator groups, and optionally polymerizable functional groups, and crosslinked by polyfunctional poly(alkylene oxides).

K-TYPE POLARIZER AND PREPARATION THEREOF

A process for preparing a polarizer is described whereby a pre-polarizing article comprising an oriented, vinylalcohol polymer film layer, and an acid donor layer comprising a thermal acid generator, is exposed to radiant energy at a temperature sufficient to effect a partial dehydration of the vinylalcohol polymer to a vinylalcohol/poly(acetylene) copolymer. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

GEL MATERIALS, MEDICAL ARTICLES, AND METHODS

A gel material and medical articles including such material, wherein the transparent gel material includes a polymerized poly(alkylene oxide) macromonomer that, prior to polymerization, is free-radically polymerizable, multifunctional (preferably difunctional), and has an average molecular weight of at least about 2000. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Ring-opened azlactone chain transfer agents for radical polymerization

Chain transfer agents for controlled radical polymerizations (RAFT) are described. The chain transfer agents have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Photocurable Michael addition polymers

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and a monoacryl component, where at least one of the Michael donor or monoacryl components comprises a pendent photoinitiator group. A Michael addition polymer that is the Michael addition reaction product of these components is also described.

2-OCTYL (METH)ACRYLATE ADHESIVE COMPOSITION

A pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprising a 2-octyl (meth)acrylate/(meth)acrylic acid copolymer and a crosslinking agent is described. The adhesive composition may be derived from renewable resources and provides good peel, shear and high temperature stability. © KIPO & WIPO 2009 ...

PROTECTIVE FILM ADHESIVE

A protective floor film adhesive composition includes an acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive having an inherent viscosity in a range of 0.3 dl/g or greater, a cross-linker, and a plasticizer compatible with the acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive. The adhesive composition has a glass transition temperature of-10 degrees Celsius or less, and the adhesive composition has an initial 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 5 oz/in or greater and builds to a final 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 40 oz/in or less, and a haze test value of 10% or less. Protective floor film articles and methods of protecting flooring are also described. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

PHOTOCURABLE MICHAEL ADDITION POLYMERS

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and a monoacryl component, where at least one of the Michael donor or monoacryl components comprises a pendent photoinitiator group. A Michael addition polymer that is the Michael addition reaction product of these components is also described. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Ring-opened azlactone telechelic polymer

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described.

K-type polarizer and preparation thereof

Heterogeneous, composite, carbonaceous catalyst system and methods that use catalytically active gold

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold.

SELECTIVE OXIDATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE RELATIVE TO HYDROGEN USING CATALYTICALLY ACTIVE GOLD

The present invention provides technology for controlling, or tuning, the catalytic activity of gold provided upon nanoporous supports such as those derived from nanoparticulate, crystalline titania. In some aspects of practice, the surface of nanoparticulate media incorporated into a catalyst system of the present invention is provided with chemical modifications of the surface that dramatically suppress the ability of the resultant catalyst system to oxidize hydrogen. Yet, the system still readily oxidizes CO. In other words, by selecting and/or altering the nanoparticulate surface via the principles of the present invention, PROX catalysts are readily made from materials including catalytically active gold and nanoparticulate media. Additionally, the nanoparticulate support also may be optionally thermally treated to further enhance selectivity for CO oxidation with respect to hydrogen. Such thermal treatments may occur before or after chemical modification, but desirably occur prior ...

REACTIVE HYDROPHILIC OLIGOMERS

Hydrophilic compositions are described, which are prepared from a first component oligomer containing pendent hydrophilic groups and pendent reactive functional groups capable of reaction at effective rates (at normal processing temperatures), with a co-reactive second component possessing functionality that is complementary to that of the first oligomer. The compositions may be used as in preparation of hydrophilic gel coatings or layers for medical devices. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Method for monitoring a polymerization in a three-dimensional sample

A method of optical infrared thermography, and the use thereof in monitoring and characterizing the polymerization of the three dimensional sample is described.

METHODS OF BONDING POLYESTER SUBSTRATES

Methods of bonding polyester substrates together, comprising externally delivering thermal energy onto the bonding surfaces of the substrates and bringing the bonding surfaces into proximity with each other and bonding the substrates to each other.

Porous chemical indicator for gaseous media

Chemical indicators for acidic or basic gases include an inert, porous substrate, an indicator dye or mixture of dyes contained within at least some of the pores of the inert, porous substrate, and an inert adhesive layer attached to the inert, porous substrate. The porous substrate may be a microporous substrate.

FILTER MEDIA INCLUDING FILTERING AGENT EFFECTIVE FOR REMOVAL OF CYANO-CONTAINING CONTAMINANTS HAVING IMPROVED COMPATIBILITY WITH AMINE SENSITIVE IMPREGNANTS AND AMINE SENSITIVE SUBSTRATES

Filter media containing an impregnant obtained by pre-reacting an amine functional material with a transition metal to form an amine-metal coordination complex. The complexed amine is much more compatible with amine sensitive co-impregnants or amine sensitive substrates. Additionally, even though the amine is complexed, the impregnant retains high activity for the removal of cyano-containing vapors and other contaminants for which amines have a filtering efficacy. Advantageously, therefore, the filter media may be used to remove cyano-containing vapors or other amine-targeted contaminants from air and other harmful gases in the presence of metal-based catalysts (such as those catalysts comprising platinum, gold or other active transition metals) without the undesirable effect of unduly inhibiting or poisoning the metal-based catalysts. The amine-containing coordination complex is also more compatible with substrates having electret characteristics as compared to otherwise identical amine ...

K-type polarizer and preparation thereof

A process for preparing a polarizer is described whereby a pre-polarizing article comprising an oriented, vinylalcohol polymer film layer, and an acid donor layer comprising a thermal acid generator, is exposed to radiant energy at a temperature sufficient to effect a partial dehydration of the vinylalcohol polymer to a vinylalcohol/poly(acetylene) copolymer.

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from polymers having pendent Michael donor groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from polymers having pendent hydrophilic groups, and pendant Michael donor groups, and crosslinked by polyacryl Michael acceptor compounds.

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from reactive oligomers having pendent unsaturated groups

The present invention provides cross linkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from oligomers having pendent hydrophilic poly(alkylene oxide) groups, and pendent polymerizable functional groups, and cross linked by polyfunctional poly(alkenylene oxides).

Heterogeneous, composite, carbonaceous catalyst system and methods that use catalytically active gold

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold.

2-OCTYL (METH)ACRYLATE ADHESIVE COMPOSITION

A pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprising a 2-octyl (meth)acrylate/(meth)acrylic acid copolymer and a crosslinking agent is described. The adhesive composition may be derived from renewable resources and provides good peel, shear and high temperature stability.

Reactive hydrophilic oligomers

Hydrophilic compositions are described, which are prepared from a first component oligomer containing pendent hydrophilic groups and pendent reactive functional groups capable of reaction at effective rates (at normal processing temperatures), with a co-reactive second component possessing functionality that is complementary to that of the first oligomer. The compositions may be used as in preparation of hydrophilic gel coatings or layers for medical devices.

Heterogeneous, composite, carbonaceous catalyst system and methods that use catalytically active gold

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to form the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold.

K-type polarizer and preparation thereof

A process for preparing a polarizer is described whereby a pre-polarizing article comprising an oriented, vinylalcohol polymer film layer, and an acid donor layer comprising a thermal acid generator, is exposed to radiant energy at a temperature sufficient to effect a partial dehydration of the vinylalcohol polymer to a vinylalcohol/poly(acetylene) copolymer.

Hydrophilic gel from reactive hydrophilic oligomers

Hydrophilic compositions are described, which are prepared from a first oligomer containing pendent polymerizable groups and pendent hydrophilic groups, crosslinked with a co-reactive second component oligomer possessing photoinitiator groups. The compositions may be used as in preparation of hydrophilic gel coatings or layers for medical devices.

Azlactone telechelic polymer

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described.

Ring-opened azlactone initiators for nitroxide-mediated polymerization

Initiators for nitroxide-mediated radical polymerizations are described. The initiators have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

CROSSLINKABLE HYDROPHILIC MATERIALS FROM POLYMERS HAVING PENDENT MICHAEL DONOR GROUPS

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from polymers having pendent hydrophilic groups, and pendant Michael donor groups, and crosslinked by polyacryl Michael acceptor compounds.

Solid cleaners for heated food preparation surfaces

A solid cleaner for heated surfaces is disclosed. The solid cleaner includes a solidifying agent including wax, and a cleaning agent. The solid cleaner is solid at room temperature and liquid at an elevated temperature. Methods of cleaning a heated surface and cleaning articles are also disclosed.

K-type polarizer and preparation thereof

Protective film adhesive

A protective floor film adhesive composition includes an acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive having an inherent viscosity in a range of 0.3 dl/g or greater, a cross-linker, and a plasticizer compatible with the acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive. The adhesive composition has a glass transition temperature of -10 degrees Celsius or less, and the adhesive composition has an initial 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 5 oz/in or greater and builds to a final 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 40 oz/in or less, and a haze test value of 10% or less. Protective floor film articles and methods of protecting flooring are also described.

Method for monitoring a polymerization in a three-dimensional sample

A method of optical infrared thermography, and the use thereof in monitoring and characterizing the polymerization of the three dimensional sample is described.

MONOLITHIC MULTILAYER ARTICLE

A monolithic multilayer article includes a thermoformable cellular polyester core layer and an oriented polyester skin layer on at least one major side of the polyester core layer. 1. A thermoformable monolithic multilayer article comprising:a thermoformable cellular polyester core layer;a first uniaxially-oriented or biaxially-oriented polyester skin layer on a first major side of the polyester core layer;and, 'wherein the core layer and the first skin layer are self-bonded to each other and wherein the core layer and the second skin layer are self-bonded to each other.', 'a second uniaxially-oriented or biaxially-oriented polyester skin layer on a second major side of the polyester core,'}2. The article of wherein a first major surface of the core layer and a first major surface of the first skin layer are directly melt-bonded to each other.3. The article of wherein a first major surface of the core layer and a first major surface of the first skin layer are indirectly melt-bonded to each other by a polyester tie layer that comprises a first major surface that is self-bonded to the first major surface of the core layer and a second major surface that is self-bonded to the first major surface of the first skin layer.4. The article of wherein the first and second skin layers are each at least 250 microns in thickness.5. The article of wherein the first skin layer comprises a first major surface that faces a first major surface of the core layer and that is an amorphous surface or a quasi-amorphous flashlamped surface.6. The article of wherein the core layer comprises a first major surface that faces a first major surface of the first skin layer and that is an amorphous surface or a quasi-amorphous flashlamped surface.7. The article of wherein a first major surface of the skin layer that faces a first major surface of the core layer claim 1 , a first major surface of the second skin layer that faces a second major surface of the core layer claim 1 , and the first and ...

FILTER MEDIA INCLUDING FILTERING AGENT EFFECTIVE FOR REMOVAL OF CYANO-CONTAINING CONTAMINANTS HAVING IMPROVED COMPATIBILITY WITH AMINE SENSITIVE IMPREGNANTS AND AMINE SENSITIVE SUBSTRATES

Filter media containing an impregnant obtained by pre-reacting an amine functional material with a transition metal to form an amine-metal coordination complex. The complexed amine is much more compatible with amine sensitive co-impregnants or amine sensitive substrates. Additionally, even though the amine is complexed, the impregnant retains high activity for the removal of cyano-containing vapors and other contaminants for which amines have a filtering efficacy. Advantageously, therefore, the filter media may be used to remove cyano-containing vapors or other amine-targeted contaminants from air and other harmful gases in the presence of metal-based catalysts (such as those catalysts comprising platinum, gold or other active transition metals) without the undesirable effect of unduly inhibiting or poisoning the metal-based catalysts. The amine-containing coordination complex is also more compatible with substrates having electret characteristics as compared to otherwise identical amine ...

Laser-personalizable security articles

Laser-personalizable security articles include a multi-layer security document and an optically transparent processing tape. The multi-layer security document includes an optically transparent cover layer, a composite image and an imagable layer adjacent to the cover layer. The first surface of the cover layer is at least partially a microstructured surface, where the microstructured surface forms microlenses or a lenticular surface. The composite image is made by a collection of complete or partial images viewed through the microstructured surface of the cover layer. The composite image is located on or within the second surface of the cover layer. The imagable layer is a laser. The optically transparent processing tape sufficiently wets out on the misconstructured surface to render the microstructured surface invisible to a writing laser.

Adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and filter media comprising such adducts

Herein are disclosed adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and methods of making such adducts. Such adducts can be used to remove cyanogen chloride. Also disclosed are methods of providing such adducts on supports to form filter media. Also disclosed are methods of combining such filter media with catalysts and/or with porous polymeric webs to form filter systems.

Catalytically active gold supported on thermally treated nanoporous supports

The present invention provides technology for controlling, or tuning, the catalytic activity of gold provided upon nanoporous supports such as those derived from nanoparticulate titania. It has been discovered that the nature of the surfaces of the nanoparticles used to support a nano-metal catalyst, such as catalytically active gold, has a profound effect upon the catalytic properties of the supported catalyst. The support surface may be altered as desired to control the activity of the gold. The present invention teaches how thermal treatment of nanoparticulate media incorporated into a nanoporous support prior to deposition of catalytically active gold dramatically suppresses the ability of a resultant catalyst system to oxidize hydrogen. Yet, the system still readily oxidizes CO.

PROCESSING TAPES FOR PREPARING LAMINATE ARTICLES

Processing tapes have special properties to permit them to be used to prepare laminate articles, such as security articles. The processing tapes include a backing, a pressure sensitive adhesive layer and a release surface covering the pressure sensitive adhesive layer. The backing is a dimensionally stable transparent polymeric film, and the surface on which the pressure sensitive is coated may be a treated surface. The pressure sensitive adhesive is a transparent pressure sensitive adhesive that includes a crosslinked (meth)acrylate-based polymer and has a refractive index in the range of 1.45-1.55. The (meth)acrylate-based polymer includes alkyl (meth)acrylate monomers and may include acidic monomers. 1. A tape comprising:a dimensionally stable transparent polymeric film, with at least one treated surface;a transparent pressure sensitive adhesive layer at least partially coated on the treated surface of the dimensionally stable transparent polymeric film; anda release surface covering the transparent pressure sensitive adhesive layer,wherein the pressure sensitive adhesive layer comprises a crosslinked (meth)acrylate-based polymer comprising 95-99.5% alkyl (meth)acrylate monomers and 0.5-5% acidic monomers, and wherein the transparent pressure sensitive adhesive layer has a refractive index in the range of 1.45-1.55.2. The tape of claim 1 , wherein the dimensionally stable transparent polymeric film comprises a polycarbonate film.3. The tape of claim 2 , wherein the treated surface of the polycarbonate film comprises a primed surface claim 2 , a corona treated surface or a combination thereof.4. The tape of claim 3 , wherein the primer comprises an aqueous primer.5. The tape of claim 4 , wherein the aqueous primer comprises a mixture of silica and organosilanes.6. (canceled)7. The tape of claim 1 , wherein the transparent pressure sensitive adhesive layer comprises 0.3-0.75% by weight crosslinker.8. A tape comprising:a dimensionally stable transparent polymeric ...

Heterogeneous, Composite, Carbonaceous Catalyst System and Methods that use Catalytically Active Gold

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold. 1. A method of oxidizing CO , comprising the steps of: 'wherein the nanoporous composite particles each comprise a plurality of guest particles on a carbonaceous host particle wherein the ratio of the volume average particle size of the carbonaceous host particles to the guest particles is greater than about 3:1 and wherein at least the guest particles comprise catalytically active elemental gold clusters of dimensions of about 0.5 nm to about 50 nm formed by a process comprising physical vapor deposition;', 'providing a catalyst system comprising nanoporous composite particles,'}and,causing the catalyst system to catalytically contact the CO.2. The method of wherein the oxidizing of the CO occurs in a respiratory protection system.3. The method of wherein the oxidizing of the CO occurs in a personal respiratory protection system.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the personal respiratory protection system is selected from the group consisting of a mask and an escape hood.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the carbonaceous host particles comprise activated carbon particles.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the guest particles comprise titania particles.7. The method of wherein the carbonaceous host particles comprise activated carbon ...

2-octyl (meth)acrylate adhesive composition

A pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprising a 2-octyl (meth)acrylate/(meth)acrylic acid copolymer is described. The adhesive composition may be derived from renewable resources and provides good peel, shear and high temperature stability.

Ring-opened azlactone photoiniferters for radical polymerization

Photoiniferters for controlled radical polymerizations are described. The photoiniferters have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Azlactone initiators for nitroxide-mediated polymerization

Initiators for nitroxide-mediated radical polymerizations are described. The initiators have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

ANTIMICROBIAL FILM-FORMING COMPOSITION, ANTIMICROBIAL FILM, AND METHOD OF VERIFYING THE PRESENCE OF AN ANTIMICROBIAL FILM

An antimicrobial film-forming composition, an antimicrobial film, and a method of verifying the presence of an antimicrobial film. The film-forming composition can include no greater than 10 weight percent of polyvinyl alcohol, from 0.05 to 15 weight percent of polyhexamethylene biguanide, from 0.001 to 10 weight percent of a quaternary ammonium compound, and water or a water-based solvent. The film-forming composition can form a water-soluble, biocidal antimicrobial film that includes no greater than 98 weight percent of polyvinyl alcohol, and from 1 to 15 weight percent of each of polyhexamethylene biguanide and the quaternary ammonium compound. The method can include applying a film-forming composition comprising an indicator dye to a surface, drying the film-forming composition to form an antimicrobial film, and triggering the antimicrobial film to trigger the indicator dye to verify the presence of the film.

Reactive hydrophilic oligomers

Hydrophilic compositions are described, which are prepared from a first oligomer containing pendent polymerizable groups and pendent hydrophilic groups, crosslinked with a co-reactive second component oligomer possessing photoinitiator groups. The compositions may be used as in preparation of hydrophilic gel coatings or layers for medical devices.

Azlactone telechelic polymer

A curable composition is described comprising a Michael donor component, a polyacryl component, and 1) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive azlactone functional group, or 2) an ethylenically unsaturated monomer having a reactive ring-opened azlactone functional group. A telechelic polymer that is the reaction product of these components is also described.

Curable electrolyte

An electrolyte composition is described. The electrolyte composition includes at least one ionic compound; at least one polar solvent; at least one polymerizable material; at least one nanoparticle based viscosity modifier; at least one chain transfer agent; and at least one initiator. Also described are electrochromic articles and devices including an electrolyte layer including an electrolyte composition. Methods of assembling an electrochromic article are also included.

LASER-PERSONALIZABLE SECURITY ARTICLES

Laser-personalizable security articles include a multi-layer security document and an optically transparent processing tape. The multi-layer security document includes an optically transparent cover layer, a composite image and an imagable layer adjacent to the cover layer. The first surface of the cover layer is at least partially a microstructured surface, where the microstructured surface forms microlenses or a lenticular surface. The composite image is made by a collection of complete or partial images viewed through the microstructured surface of the cover layer. The composite image is located on or within the second surface of the cover layer. The imagable layer is a laser imagable layer. The optically transparent processing tape sufficiently wets out on the microstrucured surface to render the microstructured surface invisible to a writing laser. 1. A laser-personalizable security article comprising: an optically transparent cover layer with a first surface, a second surface, and a thickness between the first surface and the second surface, the first surface being at least partially a microstructured surface, wherein the microstructured surface forms microlenses or a lenticular surface;', 'a composite image, wherein the composite image comprises a collection of complete or partial images located such that when viewed through the microstructured surface of the cover layer, the collection of complete or partial images forms the composite image; and', 'an imagable layer adjacent to the cover layer, wherein the imagable layer comprises a laser imagable layer; and, 'a multi-layer security document, the multi-layer security document comprisingan optically transparent, removable, conformable layer, wherein the removable, conformable layer sufficiently wets out on the microstructured surface to render the microstructured surface invisible to a writing laser.2. The laser-personalizable security article of claim 1 , wherein the optically transparent claim 1 , removable ...

Reactive oligomers

The present invention provides novel compositions prepared from a first oligomer containing reactive functional groups capable of reaction at effective rates (at normal processing temperatures) with a co-reactive second component oligomer possessing functionality that is complementary to that of the first oligomer. The compositions may be used as coatings, including hard surface coatings, clear coatings, powder coatings and pattern coatings; as adhesives, including pressure sensitive adhesives and hot melt adhesives; as sealants; as optical coatings; as blown microfibers (BMF); as high refractive index optical materials; as barrier films; in microreplication; as low adhesion backsizes, (LABs) and as release coatings.

Crosslinkable polymeric compositions and use thereof

This invention relates to polymeric compositions that are processible and may be photochemically cured to produce crosslinked compositions useful in coating, sealants and adhesive applications. The crosslinkable composition comprises a first component having a plurality of pendent, free-radically polymerizable functional groups; a polymeric photoinitiator, and a residual content of less than 2%. The composition is melt processable at temperatures of less than or equal to 100° C.

Azlactone initiators for nitroxide-mediated polymerization

Initiators for nitroxide-mediated radical polymerizations are described. The initiators have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Low pressure drop, highly active catalyst systems using catalytically active gold

Highly active, low pressure drop catalyst systems. Catalytically active material is provided on at least a portion of the channel sidewalls of a body comprising one or more flow-through channels. The channel sidewalls preferably bear a charge, e.g., an electrostatic or electret charge, to help adhere the catalytically active material to the sidewall. The catalytically active material preferably includes gold provided on a particulate support, and PVD techniques are used to deposit catalytically active gold onto the support. Optionally, the gold-bearing particulates may be charged as well in a manner to facilitate attraction between the particulates and the sidewalls.

2-octyl (meth)acrylate adhesive composition

A pressure sensitive adhesive composition comprising a 2-octyl (meth)acrylate/(meth)acrylic acid copolymer and a crosslinking agent is described. The adhesive composition may be derived from renewable resources and provides good peel, shear and high temperature stability.

SENSOR COMPRISING A MASKING LAYER ADHESIVE

Sensors () are described which comprise a reflective layer (), a detection layer over the reflective layer (), a semi-reflective layer () over the detection layer (), and a masking layer () affixed to the reflective layer with a high Tg adhesive. 1. A chemical sensor comprising: i) a semireflective layer;', 'ii) a detection layer and that is responsive to the presence of a chemical agent by providing a visual change;', 'iii) a reflective layer; and, 'a) a multilayer body comprising{'sub': g', 'g, 'b) an adhesive masking layer affixed to the surface of the reflective layer, said adhesive masking layer having a Tof ≧0° C. comprising a (meth)acryloyl adhesive copolymer comprising a) high Tmonomer units and b) alkyl (meth)acryloyl monomer units.'}2. The chemical sensor of wherein the adhesive masking layer comprises an (meth)acryloyl adhesive copolymer layer and a film layer.3. The sensor of claim 1 , wherein said (meth)acryloyl adhesive copolymer further comprises c) acid functional monomer units.4. The sensor of claim 1 , wherein said high Tg monomer units of said (meth)acryloyl adhesive copolymer are selected from t-butyl acrylate claim 1 , methyl methacrylate claim 1 , ethyl methacrylate claim 1 , isopropyl methacrylate claim 1 , n-butyl methacrylate claim 1 , isobutyl methacrylate claim 1 , s-butyl methacrylate claim 1 , t-butyl methacrylate claim 1 , stearyl methacrylate claim 1 , phenyl methacrylate claim 1 , cyclohexyl methacrylate claim 1 , isobornyl acrylate claim 1 , isobornyl methacrylate claim 1 , benzyl methacrylate claim 1 , 3 claim 1 ,3 claim 1 ,5 trimethylcyclohexyl acrylate claim 1 , cyclohexyl acrylate claim 1 , N-octyl acrylamide claim 1 , biphenyl methacrylate claim 1 , propyl methacrylate claim 1 , halogenated phenyl acrylates claim 1 , acrylamide claim 1 , N claim 1 ,N-dimethylacrylamide claim 1 , N-methylacrylamide claim 1 , N-isopropylacrylamide claim 1 , N-tert-butylacrylamide claim 1 , N-phenylacrylamide claim 1 , N-(1 claim 1 ,1-dimethyl-3- ...

Process for preparing a K-type polarizer

A process for preparing a polarizer is described whereby an article comprising an oriented, vinylalcohol polymer film layer, and an acid donor layer comprising a photoacid generator, is exposed to radiant energy at a temperature sufficient to effect a partial dehydration of the vinylalcohol polymer to a vinylalcohol/poly(acetylene) copolymer.

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from reactive oligomers having pendent unsaturated groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from oligomers having pendent hydrophilic poly(alkylene oxide) groups, and pendent polymerizable functional groups, and crosslinked by polyfunctional poly(alkylene oxides).

Protective Film Adhesive

A protective floor film adhesive composition includes an acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive having an inherent viscosity in a range of 0.3 dl/g or greater, a cross-linker, and a plasticizer compatible with the acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive. The adhesive composition has a glass transition temperature of -10 degrees Celsius or less, and the adhesive composition has an initial 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 5 oz/in or greater and builds to a final 180 degree peel adhesion test value of 40 oz/in or less, and a haze test value of 10% or less. Protective floor film articles and methods of protecting flooring are also described.

Reactive hydrophilic oligomers

Hydrophilic compositions are described, which are prepared from a first component oligomer containing pendent hydrophilic groups and pendent reactive functional groups capable of reaction at effective rates (at normal processing temperatures), with a co-reactive second component possessing functionality that is complementary to that of the first oligomer. The compositions may be used as in preparation of hydrophilic gel coatings or layers for medical devices.

HETEROGENEOUS, COMPOSITE, CARBONACEOUS CATALYST SYSTEM AND METHODS THAT USE CATALYTICALLY ACTIVE GOLD

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold.

Ring-opened azlactone photoiniferters for radical polymerization

Photoiniferters for controlled radical polymerizations are described. The photoiniferters have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from polymers having pendent Michael donor groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from polymers having pendent hydrophilic groups, and pendant Michael donor groups, and crosslinked by polyacryl Michael acceptor compounds.

Azlactone initiators for atom transfer radical polymerization

Initiators for atom transfer radical polymerizations are described. The initiators have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

ADDUCTS OF AMINES AND POLYCARBOXYLIC ACIDS, AND FILTER MEDIA COMPRISING SUCH ADDUCTS

Herein are disclosed adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and methods of making such adducts. Such adducts can be used to remove cyanogen chloride. Also disclosed are methods of providing such adducts on supports to form filter media. Also disclosed are methods of combining such filter media with catalysts and/or with porous polymeric webs to form filter systems.

Azlactone chain transfer agents for radical polymerization

Chain transfer agents for controlled radical polymerizations (RAFT) are described. The chain transfer agents have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

TRANSPARENT FLUORESCENT STRUCTURES WITH IMPROVED FLUORESCENCE USING NANOPARTICLES, METHODS OF MAKING, AND USES

Transparent fluorescent structures comprising a matrix and fluorescent nanoparticles disposed within the matrix. Each fluorescent nanoparticle comprises a substrate nanoparticle having a surface; and one or more fluorescent molecules that fluoresce light. Each fluorescent molecule is bonded to at least one reactive bonding site on the surface of the substrate nanoparticle. The fluorescent molecules are distributed among the substrate nanoparticles such that self-quenching of the fluorescent molecules is eliminated or at least reduced.

SOLID CLEANERS FOR HEATED FOOD PREPARATION SURFACES

A solid cleaner for heated surfaces is disclosed. The solid cleaner includes a solidifying agent including wax, and a cleaning agent. The solid cleaner is solid at room temperature and liquid at an elevated temperature. Methods of cleaning a heated surface and cleaning articles are also disclosed.

Azlactone chain transfer agents for radical polymerization

Chain transfer agents for controlled radical polymerizations (RAFT) are described. The chain transfer agents have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

POLYMERIZABLE COMPOSITIONS FREE OF ORGANIC EMULSIFIER AND POLYMERS AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF

Described herein is a polymerizable composition substantially free of an organic emulsifier, methods of making, and articles thereof. The polymerizable composition comprises: a continuous phase; a polymerizable monomer; an initiator; and inorganic nanoparticles, wherein the inorganic nanoparticles are substantially free of groups that will copolymerize with the polymerizable monomer. 1. A polymerizable composition comprising:a continuous phase;an amount of inorganic nanoparticles;a polymerizable monomer; andan initiator, wherein the polymerizable composition is substantially free of an organic emulsifier and wherein the inorganic nanoparticles are substantially free of groups that will copolymerize with the polymerizable monomer.2. The polymerizable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the amount of inorganic nanoparticles is less than 80 claim 1 ,000 ppm when compared to the weight of the total polymerizable composition.3. The polymerizable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic nanoparticles have an average diameter of less than 100 nm.4. (canceled)5. The polymerizable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the surface of the inorganic nanoparticles is not modified.6. The polymerizable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the surface of the inorganic nanoparticles is modified with at least one of:alkyl chains, hydrophilic polyethers, quaternary salts, amines, acids, and combinations thereof7. The polymerizable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the continuous phase comprises water or carbon dioxide.8. The polymerizable composition according to claim 7 , wherein the continuous phase further comprising a solvent.9. (canceled)10. The polymerizable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polymerizable monomer is selected from at least one of:styrene, vinyl chloride, a vinyl ester, a (meth)acrylate, an olefin, and combinations thereof11. The polymerizable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polymerizable ...

Nanoparticle Processing Aide For Extrusion And Injection Molding

Processing aides for extrusion and/or injection molding are described. In particular, nanoparticle processing aides, including surface-modified nanoparticle processing aides are described. Methods of using such nanoparticle processing aides in extrusion and injection molding processes are also described. 1. A method of processing a mixture in an extruder or injection molder , the method comprising melting a solid thermoplastic resin to form a molten resin , melt-mixing the molten resin and surface-modified nanoparticles to form the mixture , and extruding or injection molding the mixture , wherein the mixture comprises 0.5 to 10 wt. % , inclusive , of the surface-modified nanoparticles.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising pre-mixing the solid thermoplastic resin and the surface modified nanoparticles prior to melting the solid thermoplastic resin.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein melting the solid thermoplastic resin and melt-mixing the molten resin and the surface modified nanoparticles occur within the extruder or injection molder.4. The method according of claim 1 , wherein at least one solid thermoplastic resin comprises a polyester resin.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the polyester is a polyalkylene terephthalate.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the polyalkylene terephthalate is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene terephthalate claim 5 , polybutylene terephthalate claim 5 , and polycyclohexylenedimethylene terephthalate.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one solid thermoplastic resin comprises a polyamide.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the polyamide is selected from the group consisting of polyamide 6 claim 7 , polyamide 66 claim 7 , and polyamide 6/69 copolymer claim 7 ,9. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one solid thermoplastic resin comprises a polyalkylene.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein the polyalkylene comprises polypropylene.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one solid thermoplastic resin ...

POROUS CHEMICAL INDICATOR FOR GASEOUS MEDIA

Chemical indicators for acidic or basic gases include an inert, porous substrate, an indicator dye or mixture of dyes contained within at least some of the pores of the inert, porous substrate, and an inert adhesive layer attached to the inert, porous substrate. The porous substrate may be a microporous substrate. 1. A chemical indicator comprising:an inert, porous substrate;an indicator dye or mixture of dyes contained within at least some of the pores of the inert, porous substrate; andan inert adhesive layer attached to the inert, porous substrate.2. The chemical indicator of claim 1 , wherein the inert claim 1 , porous substrate comprises a microporous substrate claim 1 , wherein substantially all of the pores are less than 1 claim 1 ,000 micrometers in diameter.3. The chemical indicator of claim 1 , wherein the inert claim 1 , porous substrate comprises a polymeric porous substrate.4. The chemical indicator of claim 3 , wherein the polymeric porous substrate comprises polyethylene claim 3 , polypropylene or other hydrocarbon polymer or mixture thereof.5. The chemical indicator of claim 1 , wherein the inert claim 1 , porous substrate comprises a membrane prepared by thermally induced phase separation.6. (canceled)7. The chemical indicator of claim 1 , wherein the indicator dye comprises an acid indicator dye claim 1 , or a base indicator dye.8. The chemical indicator of claim 1 , wherein the inert adhesive layer comprises an adhesive layer substantially free of acid-containing and base-containing units.9. The chemical indicator of claim 1 , wherein the inert adhesive layer comprises a natural rubber adhesive claim 1 , a synthetic rubber adhesive claim 1 , a poly-alpha-olefin adhesive claim 1 , a styrene block copolymer adhesive claim 1 , a poly-(meth)acrylate adhesive claim 1 , a silicone adhesive or mixtures thereof.10. The chemical indicator of claim 1 , further comprising a non-porous layer attached to the inert porous substrate by an adhesive layer.11. A ...

Heterogeneous, Composite, Carbonaceous Catalyst System and Methods that use Catalytically Active Gold

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold. 1. A method of oxidizing an organic compound , comprising the steps of: 'wherein the nanoporous composite particles each comprise a plurality of guest particles on a carbonaceous host particle wherein the ratio of the volume average particle size of the carbonaceous host particles to the guest particles is greater than about 3:1 and wherein at least the guest particles comprise catalytically active elemental gold clusters of dimensions of about 0.5 nm to about 50 nm formed by a process comprising physical vapor deposition;', 'providing a catalyst system comprising nanoporous composite particles,'}and,causing the catalyst system to catalytically contact the organic compound.2. The method of wherein the oxidizing of the organic compound occurs in a respiratory protection system.3. The method of wherein the oxidizing of the organic compound occurs in a personal respiratory protection system.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the personal respiratory protection system is selected from the group consisting of a mask and an escape hood.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the carbonaceous host particles comprise activated carbon particles.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the guest particles comprise titania particles.7. The method of wherein the ...

RELEASE INKJET PRINTING INK ARTICLES

An article and a method of making thereof. The article includes a polymeric film having a first major surface and a second major surface; a first plurality of domains of a first inkjet printing ink comprising a first low adhesion backsize coating composition deposited on the first major surface of the polymeric film; and a second plurality of domains of a second inkjet printing ink comprising a second low adhesion backsize coating composition deposited on the first major surface of the polymeric film; wherein the first and second low adhesion backsize coating composition has a viscosity between 1 to 30 cp at a printing temperature between 20 to 70 degrees Celsius; and wherein at least some of the first plurality of domains overlaps some of the second plurality of domains. 1. An article , comprising:a polymeric film having a first major surface and a second major surface;a first plurality of domains of a first inkjet printing ink comprising a first low adhesion backsize coating composition deposited on the first major surface of the polymeric film; anda second plurality of domains of a second inkjet printing ink comprising a second low adhesion backsize coating composition deposited on the first major surface of the polymeric film;wherein the first and second low adhesion backsize coating composition has a viscosity between 1 to 30 cp at a printing temperature between 20 to 70 degrees Celsius; andwherein at least some of the first plurality of domains overlaps some of the second plurality of domains.2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the low adhesion backsize coating composition comprises at least one of Mono(meth)acrylates claim 1 , Di(meth)acrylates claim 1 , aliphatic (meth)acrylates claim 1 , fluorinated (meth)acrylates claim 1 , Poly(dimethylsiloxane-co-diphenylsiloxane) claim 1 , divinyl terminated claim 1 , and Poly(dimethylsiloxane) claim 1 , mono(meth)acrylate terminated.3. The article of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric film comprises at least one of ...

ADHESIVES COMPRISING CROSSLINKER WITH (METH)ACRYLATE GROUP AND OLEFIN GROUP AND METHODS

A pressure sensitive adhesive composition is described comprising at least 50 wt-% of polymerized units derived from alkyl meth(acrylate) monomer(s); and 0.2 to 15 wt-% of at least one crosslinking monomers comprising a (meth)acrylate group and a C-Colefin group, the olefin group being optionally substituted. In another embodiment, an adhesive composition is described comprising a syrup comprising i) a free-radically polymerizable solvent monomer; and ii) a solute (meth)acrylic polymer comprising polymerized units derived from one or more alkyl(meth)acrylate monomers; wherein the syrup comprises at least one crosslinking monomer or the (meth)acrylic solute polymer comprises polymerized units derived from at least one crosslinking monomer, the crosslinking monomer comprising a (meth)acrylate group and a C-Colefin group, the olefin group being optionally substituted. In yet other embodiments, methods of preparing adhesive compositions are described

Polymeric Membrane Useful As A Commercial Roofing Membrane

The present disclosure provides a polymeric membrane. The polymeric membrane includes a first thermoplastic elastomer layer. The thermoplastic elastomer layer includes a filler component that is at least about 30 wt % of the thermoplastic elastomer layer. The polymeric membrane can further include an optional second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first polyolefin layer. 1. A polymeric membrane comprising:a first thermoplastic elastomer layer, comprising a styrenic thermoplastic and a filler component that is at least about 30 wt % of the thermoplastic elastomer layer.2. The polymeric membrane of wherein the styrenic thermoplastic comprises ethylene and butadiene blocks.3. The polymeric membrane of wherein the styrenic thermoplastic is a styrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene thermoplastic.4. The polymeric membrane of claim 1 , further comprising a second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first thermoplastic elastomer layer.5. The polymeric membrane of claim 4 , wherein at least one of the first and the second thermoplastic elastomer independently comprises a thermoplastic polymer having at least one glass transition temperature in a range of from about 30° C. to about 150° C.6. The polymeric membrane of claim 4 , wherein the second thermoplastic elastomer layers independently comprises an acrylate claim 4 , a methacrylate claim 4 , a poly(methyl methacrylate) claim 4 , a siloxane claim 4 , a styrene-isoprene block copolymer claim 4 , a styrene ethylene butylene styrene polymer claim 4 , a hydrogenated styrene ethylene butylene styrene polymer claim 4 , a polyamide-imide claim 4 , a polyethersulphone claim 4 , a polyetherimide claim 4 , a polyarylate claim 4 , a polysulphone claim 4 , a polyvinylchloride claim 4 , an acrylonitrile butadiene styrene claim 4 , a polystyrene claim 4 , a polyetherimide claim 4 , a metallocene-catalyzed polyethylene claim 4 , a polyethylene claim 4 , a polyurethane claim 4 , a fluoroelastomer claim 4 , a ...

Polymeric Membrane Useful As A Commercial Roofing Membrane

The present disclosure provides a polymeric membrane. The polymeric membrane includes a first thermoplastic elastomer layer that comprises a styrenic thermoplastic. The thermoplastic elastomer layer has a foam structure. The polymeric membrane can further include an optional second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first polyolefin layer. 1. A polymeric membrane comprising:a first thermoplastic elastomer layer, comprising a styrenic thermoplastic, wherein the first thermoplastic elastomer layer has a foam structure.2. The polymeric membrane of wherein the styrenic thermoplastic comprises ethylene and butadiene blocks.3. The polymeric membrane of wherein the styrenic thermoplastic is a styrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene thermoplastic.4. The polymeric membrane of claim 1 , further comprising a second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first thermoplastic elastomer layer.5. The polymeric membrane of claim 4 , wherein at least one of the first and the second thermoplastic elastomer independently comprises a thermoplastic polymer having at least one glass transition temperature in a range of from about 30° C. to about 150° C.6. The polymeric membrane of claim 4 , wherein the second thermoplastic elastomer layers independently comprises an acrylate claim 4 , a methacrylate claim 4 , a poly(methyl methacrylate) claim 4 , a siloxane claim 4 , a styrene-isoprene block copolymer claim 4 , a styrene ethylene butylene styrene polymer claim 4 , a hydrogenated styrene ethylene butylene styrene polymer claim 4 , a polyamide-imide claim 4 , a polyethersulphone claim 4 , a polyetherimide claim 4 , a polyarylate claim 4 , a polysulphone claim 4 , a polyvinylchloride claim 4 , an acrylonitrile butadiene styrene claim 4 , a polystyrene claim 4 , a polyetherimide claim 4 , a metallocene-catalyzed polyethylene claim 4 , a polyethylene claim 4 , a polyurethane claim 4 , a fluoroelastomer claim 4 , a polyolefin claim 4 , an EPDM claim 4 , a rubber claim 4 , ...

Polymeric Membrane Useful As A Commercial Roofing Membrane

The present disclosure provides a polymeric membrane. The polymeric membrane includes a first thermoplastic elastomer layer. The thermoplastic elastomer is a styrenic thermoplastic. The polymeric membrane can further include an optional second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first polyolefin layer. 1. A polymeric membrane comprising:a first thermoplastic elastomer layer consisting essentially a comprising a styrenic thermoplastic.2. The polymeric membrane of wherein the styrenic thermoplastic comprises ethylene and butadiene blocks.3. The polymeric membrane of wherein the styrenic thermoplastic is a styrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene thermoplastic.4. The polymeric membrane of claim 1 , further comprising a second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first thermoplastic elastomer layer.5. The polymeric membrane of claim 4 , wherein at least one of the first and the second thermoplastic elastomer independently comprises a thermoplastic polymer having at least one glass transition temperature in a range of from about 30° C. to about 150° C.6. The polymeric membrane of claim 4 , wherein the second thermoplastic elastomer layers independently comprises an acrylate claim 4 , a methacrylate claim 4 , a poly(methyl methacrylate) claim 4 , a siloxane claim 4 , a styrene-isoprene block copolymer claim 4 , a styrene ethylene butylene styrene polymer claim 4 , a hydrogenated styrene ethylene butylene styrene polymer claim 4 , a polyamide-imide claim 4 , a polyethersulphone claim 4 , a polyetherimide claim 4 , a polyarylate claim 4 , a polysulphone claim 4 , a polyvinylchloride claim 4 , an acrylonitrile butadiene styrene claim 4 , a polystyrene claim 4 , a polyetherimide claim 4 , a metallocene-catalyzed polyethylene claim 4 , a polyethylene claim 4 , a polyurethane claim 4 , a fluoroelastomer claim 4 , a polyolefin claim 4 , an EPDM claim 4 , a rubber claim 4 , copolymers thereof claim 4 , or mixtures thereof.7. The polymeric membrane of ...

RETROREFLECTIVE ARTICLES CONTAINING ADHESIVE COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING STYRENIC BLOCK CO-POLYMERS

There is provided retroreflective articles comprising a binder layer comprising an adhesive composition comprising at least one tackifier and at least one elastomer selected from at least one of natural rubbers and synthetic rubbers, and a layer of optical elements at least partially embedded in a major surface of the binder layer. There are also provided articles of clothing using the presently disclosed retroreflective articles and methods for preparing the retroreflective articles. 1. A retroreflective article comprising:a binder layer comprising an adhesive composition comprising at least one tackifier and at least one elastomer selected from at least one of natural rubbers and synthetic rubbers; anda layer of optical elements at least partially embedded in a major surface of the binder layer.2. The retroreflective article of claim 1 , wherein the at least one elastomer is a styrenic block copolymer.3. The retroreflective article of claim 2 , wherein the styrenic block copolymer comprises styrene end block and isoprene mid-block.4. The retroreflective article of claim 2 , wherein the styrenic block copolymer comprises diblock copolymers of a styrene block and an isoprene block.5. The retroreflective article of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tackifier comprises non-carbon hetero-atom functionality.6. The retroreflective article of claim 5 , wherein the at least one tackifier has an acid number greater than or equal to 1 mg KOH/g.7. The retroreflective article of claim 5 , wherein the polarity index of the tackifiers is between 4 and 40.8. The retroreflective article of claim 5 , wherein the at least one tackifier comprises a carboxylic acid functional group.9. The retroreflective article of claim 5 , wherein the at least one tackifier is derived from a maleic anhydride.10. The retroreflective article of claim 5 , wherein the at least one tackifier is derived from a non-reactive novolac phenolic compound.11. The retroreflective article of claim 1 , wherein the ...

METHODS OF BONDING POLYESTER SUBSTRATES

Methods of bonding polyester substrates together, comprising externally delivering thermal energy onto the bonding surfaces of the substrates and bringing the bonding surfaces into proximity with each other and bonding the substrates to each other. 1. A method comprising:externally delivering thermal energy onto a first major bonding surface of a first moving polyester substrate so that the first major bonding surface of the first moving substrate is a heated surface;externally delivering thermal energy onto a first major bonding surface of a second moving polyester substrate so that the first major bonding surface of the second moving substrate is a heated surface;bringing the heated first major bonding surface of the first polyester substrate into proximity to the heated first major bonding surface of the second polyester substrate;and,self-bonding the first polyester substrate and the second polyester substrate to each other to form a polyester laminate.2. The method of :wherein the first moving polyester substrate comprises a first cellular substrate;wherein the second moving polyester substrate comprises a second cellular substrate;and wherein the formed polyester laminate is a cellular laminate.3. The method of :wherein the first moving polyester substrate comprises a first polyester film;and,wherein the second moving polyester substrate comprises a second polyester film;and wherein the formed polyester laminate is a film laminate.4. The method of :wherein the first moving polyester substrate comprises a cellular substrate or a cellular laminate;wherein the second moving polyester substrate comprises a film or a film laminate;and wherein the formed polyester laminate is a cellular/film laminate.5. The method of : 'with a first major bonding surface that is a major surface of a cellular layer of the cellular/film laminate;', 'wherein the first moving polyester substrate comprises a cellular/film laminate,'}and,wherein the second moving polyester substrate ...

Releasable article manufactured by inkjet printing of an adhesive

An article and a method of making the article. The article includes a polymeric film having a first major surface and a second major surface; and an inkjet pattern of a low adhesion backsize coating composition deposited on the first major surface of the polymeric film; wherein the low adhesion backsize coating composition has a viscosity between 1 to 30 cp at a printing temperature between 20 to 70 degrees Celsius.

ADHESIVE COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING STYRENIC BLOCK COPOLYMERS AND ARTICLES CONTAINING THE SAME

There is provided adhesive compositions comprising a styrenic block copolymer and at least one tackifier, where the at least one tackifier contains non-carbon hetero-atom functionality, and where the adhesive composition is wash durable when bonded to a substrate. There is also provided articles made using these adhesives. 1. An adhesive composition comprising:a styrenic block copolymer; andat least one tackifier;wherein the at least one tackifier contains non-carbon hetero-atom functionality;and wherein the adhesive composition is wash durable when bonded to a substrate.2. The adhesive composition of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tackifier containing non-carbon hetero-atom functionality has an acid number greater than or equal to 1 mg KOH/g.3. The adhesive composition of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive composition is a laminating adhesive.4. The adhesive composition of claim 1 , wherein the adhesive composition is a heat activated adhesive.5. The adhesive composition of claim 2 , wherein the polarity index of the tackifiers is greater than or equal to 2.5.6. The adhesive composition of claim 2 , wherein the polarity index of the composition is between 2.5 and 15.7. The adhesive composition of claim 1 , wherein the styrenic block copolymer comprises styrenic end block and isoprene mid-block.8. The adhesive composition of claim 1 , wherein the styrenic block copolymer comprises a diblock of a styrenic block and an isoprene block.9. The adhesive composition of claim 1 , wherein the total weight percent of all tackifiers in the adhesive composition is greater than or equal to 5 wt % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the adhesive composition.10. The adhesive composition of claim 1 , further comprising at least 0.1 wt % of an anti-oxidant claim 1 , based on the total weight of the adhesive composition.11. An article comprising the adhesive composition of adhered to a laminating substrate.12. The article of claim 11 , wherein the laminating substrate is selected ...

ACRYLIC POLYVINYL ACETAL FILMS & COMPOSITION

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and a polyvinyl acetal (e.g. butyral) resin. In some embodiments, the film has a glass transition temperature (i.e. Tg) ranging from 30° C. to 60° C. In some embodiments, the film has a gel content of at least 20% or greater. In some embodiments, the film has an elongation at break of at least 175%. The film typically comprises photoinitiator as a result of the method by which the film was made. The film may be a monolithic film or a layer of a multilayer film. 2. The film of wherein the film comprises at least 10 claim 1 , 15 claim 1 , 20 or 25 wt-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.3. The film of wherein the film comprises no greater than 60 wt-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.4. The film of or wherein the monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer has a Tg of less than −10° C. claim 2 , −20° C. claim 2 , −30° C. claim 2 , or −40° C.5. The film of wherein the film comprises polymerized units of an alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having an alkyl group with 8 carbon atoms.6. The film of wherein the film further comprises up to 35 wt-% of polymerized units of a monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg greater than 40° C. claim 1 , 50° C. claim 1 , 60° C. claim 1 , 70° C. claim 1 , or 80° C.7. The film of wherein the film comprises at least 10 claim 1 , 15 or 20 wt-% and no greater than 65 wt-% of polymerized units of polar monomers.8. The film of wherein polar monomers are selected from acid-functional claim 7 , hydroxyl functional monomers claim 7 , nitrogen-containing monomers claim 7 , and combinations thereof.9. The film of wherein the film comprises polyvinyl butyral.10. The film of wherein the film comprises 5 to 30 wt-% of polyvinyl acetal resin.11. The film of wherein the polyvinyl acetal resin has a glass transition temperature ranging from 60° C. to 75° C.12. ...

CROSSLINKABLE AND CROSSLINKED POLYMERIC MATERIALS

Crosslinkable compositions are provided that contain a) a polymeric material having at least two terminal dithiocarbamate groups or two terminal dithiocarbonate groups and b) a monomer composition that includes at least a crosslinking monomer having two or more ethylenically unsaturated groups. The polymeric materials in the crosslinkable compositions undergo chain extension and crosslinking reactions when exposed to actinic radiation in the ultraviolet region of the electromagnetic spectrum. Additionally, crosslinked compositions, articles that contain the crosslinkable compositions or the crosslinked compositions, and methods of making the articles are provided. 2. The crosslinkable composition of claim 1 , wherein y is equal to 1 and the polymeric material of Formula (I) is an elastomeric material.3. The crosslinkable composition of claim 1 , wherein the crosslinkable composition comprises 5 to 99.99 weight percent polymeric material of Formula (I) claim 1 , 0.01 to 20 weight percent crosslinking monomer having at least two ethylenically unsaturated groups claim 1 , and 2) 0 to 95 weight percent monomer having a single ethylenically unsaturated group claim 1 , wherein each amount is based on a total weight of polymerized and polymerizable material.4. The crosslinkable composition of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric material of Formula (I) has a weight average molecular weight in a range of 10 claim 1 ,000 Daltons to 5 million Daltons.5. The crosslinkable composition of claim 1 , wherein the crosslinkable composition further comprises a photoinitiator.7. The crosslinkable composition of claim 5 , wherein the photoinitiator is not of Formula (V).8. The crosslinkable composition of claim 1 , wherein the crosslinking monomer has two or more (meth)acryloyl groups.9. A crosslinked composition comprising the polymerized product of a crosslinkable composition of .10. The crosslinked composition of claim 9 , wherein the crosslinked composition further comprises a tackifier ...

ACRYLIC POLYVINYL ACETAL FILMS & COMPOSITION

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and a polyvinyl acetal (e.g. butyral) resin. In some embodiments, the film has a glass transition temperature (i.e. Tg) ranging from 30° C. to 60° C. In some embodiments, the film has a gel content of at least 20% or greater. In some embodiments, the film has an elongation at break of at least 175%. The film typically comprises photoinitiator as a result of the method by which the film was made. The film may be a monolithic film or a layer of a multilayer film. 2. The film of wherein the film comprises no greater than 60 wt-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.3. The film of wherein the monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer has a Tg of less than −10° C.4. The film of wherein the film comprises polymerized units of an alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having an alkyl group with 8 carbon atoms.5. The film of wherein the film further comprises up to 35 wt-% of polymerized units of a monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg greater than 40° C.6. The film of wherein the film further comprises at least 10 wt-% and no greater than 65 wt-% of polymerized units of polar monomers selected from acid-functional claim 1 , hydroxyl functional monomers claim 1 , nitrogen-containing monomers claim 1 , and combinations thereof.7. The film of wherein the film comprises polyvinyl butyral.8. The film of wherein the film comprises 5 to 30 wt-% of polyvinyl acetal resin.9. The film of wherein the polyvinyl acetal resin has a polyvinyl alcohol content ranging from 10 to 30.10. The film of wherein the polyvinyl acetal resin has a glass transition temperature ranging from 60° C. to 75° C.11. The film of wherein the polyacetal resin has an average molecular weight (Mw) ranging from 20 claim 1 ,000 g/mole to 75 claim 1 ,000 g/mole.12. The film of wherein the film further comprises polymerized units of a multifunctional crosslinker wherein the crosslinker ...

METHODS OF BONDING POLYESTER SUBSTRATES

Methods of bonding polyester substrates together, comprising externally delivering thermal energy onto the bonding surfaces of the substrates and bringing the bonding surfaces into proximity with each other and bonding the substrates to each other. 1. A method comprising:externally delivering thermal energy onto a first major bonding surface of a first moving polyester substrate so that the first major bonding surface of the first moving substrate is a heated surface;externally delivering thermal energy onto a first major bonding surface of a second moving polyester substrate so that the first major bonding surface of the second moving substrate is a heated surface;bringing the heated first major bonding surface of the first polyester substrate into proximity to the heated first major bonding surface of the second polyester substrate;and, wherein the first moving polyester substrate is first cellular substrate or cellular laminate, that comprises a polyester foam with a density of less than 0.2 g/cc, and', 'wherein the second moving polyester substrate is a first polyester film that is a biaxially-oriented polyester film., 'self-bonding the first polyester substrate and the second polyester substrate to each other to form a polyester laminate,'}2. The method of :wherein the first moving polyester substrate is a cellular substrate consisting of the polyester foam with a density of less than 0.2 g/cc.3. The method of :wherein the first moving polyester substrate is a cellular laminate that comprises the polyester foam with a density of less than 0.2 g/cc, and a biaxially-oriented polyester film.4. The method of wherein the polyester foam is a thermoformable microcellular polyester foam.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the method comprises bringing the heated first major bonding surface of the first polyester substrate into contact with the heated first major bonding surface of the second polyester substrate claim 1 , so that the first polyester substrate is directly ...

Adhesive Compositions Including Polyvinyl Acetal Resin And Articles Containing The Same

Adhesive compositions that include polymerized units of one or more (meth)acrylate ester monomers derived from an alcohol containing 1 to 14 carbon atoms; polyvinyl acetal resin; and at least one initiator; and articles containing such compositions. 1. An adhesive composition comprising:polymerized units of one or more (meth)acrylate ester monomers derived from an alcohol containing 1 to 14 carbon atoms;polyvinyl acetal resin; andat least one initiator.2. The adhesive composition according to claim 1 , wherein the alcohol containing 1 to 14 carbon atoms is selected from: esters of either acrylic acid or methacrylic acid with non-tertiary alcohols such as ethanol claim 1 , 1-propanol claim 1 , 2-propanol claim 1 , 1-butanol claim 1 , 2-butanol claim 1 , 1-pentanol claim 1 , 2-pentanol claim 1 , 3-pentanol claim 1 , 2-methyl-1-butanol claim 1 , 3-methyl-1-butanol claim 1 , 1-hexanol claim 1 , 2-hexanol claim 1 , 2-methyl-1-pentanol claim 1 , 3-methyl-1-pentanol claim 1 , 2-ethyl-1-butanol; 3 claim 1 ,5 claim 1 ,5 -trimethyl-1-hexanol claim 1 , 3-heptanol claim 1 , 1-octanol claim 1 , 2-octanol claim 1 , isooctylalcohol claim 1 , 2-ethyl-1-hexanol claim 1 , 1-decanol claim 1 , 2-propylheptanol claim 1 , 1-dodecanol claim 1 , 1-tridecanol claim 1 , 1-tetradecanol claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The adhesive composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polymerized units of one or more (meth) acrylate ester monomers are selected from: ethyl acrylate claim 1 , n-propyl acrylate claim 1 , n-butyl acrylate claim 1 , isobutyl acrylate claim 1 , t-butyl acrylate claim 1 , n-pentyl acrylate claim 1 , isoamyl acrylate claim 1 , n-hexyl acrylate claim 1 , 2-methylbutyl acrylate claim 1 , 2-ethylhexyl acrylate claim 1 , 4-methyl-2-pentyl acrylate claim 1 , n-octyl acrylate claim 1 , 2-octyl acrylate claim 1 , isooctyl acrylate claim 1 , isononyl acrylate claim 1 , decyl acrylate claim 1 , isodecyl acrylate claim 1 , lauryl acrylate claim 1 , isotridecyl acrylate claim 1 , ...

METAL-CONTAINING POLYMERIC MATERIALS

Metal-containing polymeric materials and metal complex-containing polymeric materials are provided. The polymeric materials are divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers, partially hydrolyzed divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers, or fully hydrolyzed divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers. Additionally, methods of making the metal-containing polymeric materials, methods of using the metal-containing polymeric materials to capture volatile, basic, nitrogen-containing compounds, and methods of using a zinc-containing polymeric material to detect the presence of water vapor are provided. 2. The metal-containing polymeric material of claim 1 , wherein the amount of the divalent metal incorporated into the polymeric material is in a range of 1.5 to 15 mmoles per gram of the polymeric material.3. The metal-containing polymeric material of claim 1 , wherein the divalent metal is from a Group 2 metal or a Group 6 to 12 metal of the IUPAC Periodic Table of Elements.4. The metal-containing polymeric material of claim 1 , wherein the divalent metal is divalent zinc or copper.5. The metal-containing polymeric material of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric material comprises i) 40 to 60 weight percent monomeric units of Formula (I) claim 1 , Formula (II) claim 1 , or a mixture thereof claim 1 , ii) 30 to 55 weight percent monomeric units of Formula (III) claim 1 , and 5 to 20 weight percent monomeric units of Formula (IV).7. The metal complex-containing polymeric material of claim 6 , wherein metal complex-containing polymeric material further comprises divalent metal that is not in the form of the metal complex.8. The metal complex-containing polymeric material of claim 6 , wherein the total amount of divalent metal is in a range of 1.5 to 15 mmoles per gram of the polymeric material.9. The metal complex-containing polymeric material of claim 6 , wherein the basic claim 6 , nitrogen-containing compound has a molecular weight no greater than 150 grams/mole.10. The metal complex ...

POLYMERIC MATERIAL AND METHODS OF MAKING USING CONTROLLED RADICAL INITIATORS

Controlled radical initiators, reaction mixtures containing the controlled radical initiators and various ethylenically unsaturated monomers, and polymeric materials formed from the reaction mixtures are provided. The controlled radical initiators are bis-dithiocarbamate or bis-dithiocarbonate compounds with a single carbon atom between the two dithiocarbamate or dithiocarbonate groups. Polymeric materials such as homopolymers, random copolymers, and block copolymers can be prepared using the controlled radical initiators. 2. The polymeric material of claim 1 , wherein y is equal to z.6. The polymeric material of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric material is not crosslinked.10. The method of claim 7 , wherein the first polymeric material claim 7 , the second polymeric material claim 7 , the third polymeric material claim 7 , or a combination thereof are not crosslinked.12. The first reaction mixture of claim 11 , wherein the first monomer composition is free of a monomer having more than one ethylenically unsaturated group.14. The second reaction mixture of claim 13 , wherein the second monomer and the second monomer compositions are free of a monomer having more than one ethylenically unsaturated group. This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Nos. 62/360788, filed Jul. 11, 2016 and 62/479547, filed Mar. 31, 2017, the disclosures of which are incorporated by reference herein in their entireties.Controlled radical initiators, compositions containing the controlled radical initiators, and polymeric materials formed using the controlled radical initiators are provided.The performance characteristics of polymers are determined not only by their composition but also by their molecular architecture. For copolymers, various properties such as melt viscosity, glass transition temperature, and modulus are often a function of the distribution of the different monomeric units along the polymeric chain. Conventional radical polymerization ...

FINGERPRINT IMAGING SYSTEMS COMPRISING SELF-WETTING ADHESIVE, FILMS AND METHODS

A fingerprint imaging system is described comprising a film including an optically transparent self-wetting adhesive layer adhered to an imaging surface of an electronic optical image sensor. Also described is a method of use of an optical imaging system, and a film and multilayer film suitable for use with a fingerprint imaging system. 1. A fingerprint imaging system comprisinga film comprising an optically transparent self-wetting adhesive layer adhered to an imaging surface of an electronic optical image sensor.2. The fingerprint imaging system of wherein the self-wetting adhesive wets out the imaging surface at a rate no greater than 30 claim 1 , 20 claim 1 , 10 claim 1 , 5 claim 1 , or 1 second/cm.3. The fingerprint imaging system of - wherein the self-wetting adhesive is cleanly removable from the imaging surface with a 180 degree peel force of less than 30 claim 1 , 20 claim 1 , 10 claim 1 , 5 claim 1 , or 1 N/dm for a peel rate of 30.5 cm/min.4. The fingerprint imaging system of - wherein the film further comprises an optically transparent substrate layer having a major surface adhered to the self-wetting adhesive.5. The fingerprint imaging system of - wherein the film further comprises a skin contact layer having a different composition than the self-wetting adhesive disposed on the opposing major surface of the self-wetting adhesive or optically transparent substrate layer.6. The fingerprint imaging system of - wherein the electronic optical image sensor comprises a lens array comprising lenses claim 1 , mirrors claim 1 , or a prism.7. The fingerprint imaging system of wherein the imaging surface further comprises a rigid optically transparent platen disposed between the lens array and the self-wetting adhesive.8. The fingerprint imaging system of - wherein the self-wetting adhesive is adhered to the prism or rigid optically transparent platen.9. The fingerprint imaging system of wherein the imaging surface further comprises a conformable optically ...

COMPOSITE GRANULES INCLUDING METAL-CONTAINING POLYMERIC MATERIALS

Composite granules that include metal-containing polymeric materials, and composite granules that include metal complex-containing polymeric materials are provided. The polymeric materials are divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers, partially hydrolyzed divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers, or fully hydrolyzed divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers. Additionally, methods of using the composite granules that include metal-containing polymeric materials to capture volatile, basic nitrogen-containing compounds and methods of using composite granules that include zinc-containing polymeric material to detect the presence of water vapor are provided. 2. The composite granules of claim 1 , wherein the amount of the divalent metal incorporated into the polymeric material is in a range of 1.5 to 15 mmol/g of the polymeric material (or in a range of 10 to 100 wt-% based on the weight of the polymeric material).3. The composite granules of claim 1 , wherein the divalent metal is copper claim 1 , cobalt claim 1 , zinc claim 1 , or nickel.4. The composite granules of claim 1 , wherein the binder comprises an organic material claim 1 , an inorganic material claim 1 , or a combination thereof.5. The composite granules of claim 4 , wherein the binder comprises metal hydroxides claim 4 , metal oxides claim 4 , or combinations thereof.6. The composite granules of claim 4 , wherein the binder comprises a silicate.7. The composite granules of claim 6 , wherein the silicate is selected from a sodium silicate claim 6 , potassium silicate claim 6 , calcium silicate claim 6 , magnesium silicate claim 6 , and combinations thereof.8. The composite granules of claim 4 , wherein the binder comprises a material selected from polyorganozirconates claim 4 , polyorganoaluminates claim 4 , polysiloxanes claim 4 , polysilanes claim 4 , polysilazanes claim 4 , polycarbosilanes claim 4 , polyborosilanes claim 4 , zirconium dimethacrylate claim 4 , zirconium tetramethacrylate claim 4 , ...

FOAMS AND METHODS OF MAKING

Reaction mixtures, foams prepared from the reaction mixtures, articles containing the foams, and methods of making the foams are provided. The polymeric material in the foam is formed from a polymerizable composition that includes a di(meth)acrylate oligomer and a monomer having a single ethylenically unsaturated group. The foams are highly filled (e.g., at least 60 volume percent of the foam is the filler) and can be thermally conductive. Although the foams contain a large amount of filler, the foams can be compressed at least 40 volume percent with an applied pressure of 50 pounds per square inch (345 kiloPascals). 1. A reaction mixture comprising: 1) a urethane di(meth)acrylate in an amount of 30 to 70 weight percent based on a total weight of the polymerizable composition, the urethane di(meth)acrylate having a number average molecular weight of at least 5,000 grams/mole and having a hydrophobic group selected from an olefinic group with at least 12 carbon atoms or from a carbocyclic aromatic group;', '2) at least one monomer having a single (meth)acryloyl group in an amount of 30 to 70 weight percent based on a total weight of the polymerizable composition;, 'a) a polymerizable composition comprising'}b) an azo compound in an amount in a range of 20 to 70 grams per 100 grams of the polymerizable composition, wherein the azo compound is a free radical generator and generates nitrogen gas when heated; andc) a filler in an amount of at least 60 volume percent based on a total volume of the polymerizable composition plus filler, wherein the filler is spherical or roundish with a circularity greater than 0.70 and at least 90 percent of the filler has a longest dimension greater than 50 micrometers.2. The reaction mixture of claim 1 , wherein at least 90 percent of the filler has a longest dimension that is no greater than 1 millimeter.3. The reaction mixture of claim 1 , wherein the filler is a thermally conductive filler.4. The reaction mixture of claim 1 , wherein ...

Patterned chemical indicator

A patterned chemical indicator with at least one indicating zone and at least one reference zone. The reference zone has a first and second major surfaces that are occluded surfaces; and, a reference area of the reference zone is circumferentially bounded by at least one non-porous dam.

FOAM COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING POLYLACTIC ACID POLYMER, POLYVINYL ACETATE POLYMER AND PLASTICIZER, ARTICLES, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME

Foam compositions are provided including a polylactic acid polymer; second (e.g., polyvinyl acetate) polymer having a glass transition temperature (T) of at least 25° C.; and plasticizer. Also described are articles comprising the foam compositions, such as a sheet or hearing protection article. Methods of making and using the foam compositions are further described herein. 2. The foam composition of claim 1 , wherein the polylactic acid polymer comprises an amorphous polylactic acid polymer.3. The foam composition of claim 1 , wherein the polylactic acid polymer comprises a semicrystalline polylactic acid polymer.4. The foam composition of claim 1 , further comprising at least one nucleating agent selected from a cell nucleating agent claim 1 , a crystallization nucleating agent claim 1 , a cell stabilizer claim 1 , and a combination thereof.5. The foam composition of claim 4 , wherein the cell stabilizer comprises silica nanoparticles functionalized with a polyethylene glycol silane.6. The foam composition of claim 1 , further comprising a crosslinking agent.7. The foam composition of claim 1 , further comprising a crosslink catalyst comprising an alkyl or alkenyl ammonium claim 1 , phosphonium claim 1 , or imidizolium salt.9. The foam composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition does not exhibit plasticizer migration when aged at 80° C. for 24 hours.10. The foam composition of claim 1 , wherein the foam composition comprises a rough surface morphology.12. A foam sheet comprising the foam composition of .13. A hearing protection article comprising the foam composition of .14. A method of making a foam composition claim 1 , the method comprising:{'sub': 'g', 'a. compressing a mixture comprising a polylactic acid polymer; a second polymer having a Tof at least 25° C., wherein the second polymer comprises polyvinyl acetate; a plasticizer; and a blowing agent; and'}b. heating the compressed mixture, thereby forming the foam composition.15. The method of claim 14 , ...

PROCESSING TAPES FOR PREPARING LAMINATE ARTICLES

Processing tapes have special properties to permit them to be used to prepare laminate articles, such as security articles. The processing tapes include a backing, a pressure sensitive adhesive layer and a release surface covering the pressure sensitive adhesive layer. The backing is a dimensionally stable transparent polymeric film, and the surface on which the pressure sensitive is coated may be a treated surface. The pressure sensitive adhesive is a transparent pressure sensitive adhesive that includes a crosslinked (meth)acrylate-based polymer and has a refractive index in the range of 1.45-1.55. The (meth)acrylate-based polymer includes alkyl (meth)acrylate monomers and may include acidic monomers.

ACRYLIC POLYVINYL ACETAL FILMS & COMPOSITION

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and a polyvinyl acetal (e.g. butyral) resin. In some embodiments, the film has a glass transition temperature (i.e. Tg) ranging from 30° C. to 60° C. In some embodiments, the film has a gel content of at least 20% or greater. In some embodiments, the film has an elongation at break of at least 175%. The film typically comprises photoinitiator as a result of the method by which the film was made. The film may be a monolithic film or a layer of a multilayer film. 2. The film of wherein the film comprises at least 10 claim 1 , 15 claim 1 , 20 or 25 wt-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.3. The film of wherein the film comprises no greater than 60 wt-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.4. The film of or wherein the monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer has a Tg of less than −10° C. claim 2 , −20° C. claim 2 , −30° C. claim 2 , or −40° C.5. The film of - wherein the film comprises a bio-based content of at least 10 claim 2 , 15 claim 2 , 20 or 25% of the total carbon content.6. The film of - wherein the film comprises polymerized units of an alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having an alkyl group with 8 carbon atoms.7. The film of - wherein the film further comprises up to 35 wt-% of polymerized units of a monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg greater than 40° C. claim 2 , 50° C. claim 2 , 60° C. claim 2 , 70° C. claim 2 , or 80° C.8. The film of - wherein the film further comprises at least 10 claim 2 , 15 or 20 wt-% and no greater than 65 wt-% of polymerized units of polar monomers.9. The film of wherein polar monomers are selected from acid-functional claim 8 , hydroxyl functional monomers claim 8 , nitrogen-containing monomers claim 8 , and combinations thereof.10. The film of - wherein the film comprises polyvinyl butyral.11. The film of - wherein the film comprises 5 ...

ACRYLIC FILMS COMPRISING A STRUCTURED LAYER

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition, wherein the film comprises a structured layer. 2. The film of wherein the structured layer comprises a base film layer and structures disposed on a major surface of the base film layer claim 1 , wherein the base film layer and structures comprise the (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition.3. The film of wherein the base film layer is integral with the structures.4. The film of wherein the structured layer comprises a base film layer and structures disposed on a major surface of the base film layer claim 1 , wherein the base film layer or the structures comprise the (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition.5. The film of wherein the base film layer is not integral with the structures.6. The film of wherein the structured layer comprises a base film layer claim 1 , structures comprising peaks and valleys disposed on a major surface of the base film layer claim 1 , and a filling material at least partially filling the valleys; wherein the base film layer claim 1 , structures claim 1 , or filling material comprise the (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition.7. The film of where the film comprises a backing proximate the base film layer.8. The film of wherein the backing comprises the (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition.9. The film of wherein the backing comprises a substrate selected from polymeric films claim 8 , woven or nonwoven fabrics claim 8 , metal foils claim 8 , foams claim 8 , paper claim 8 , and combinations thereof.10. The film of wherein the base film layer and/or backing is a conformable polymeric film.11. The film of wherein the structures form a decorative pattern.12. The film of wherein at least one of the base film layer claim 1 , structures claim 1 , or filling material comprises a colorant claim 1 , an opacifying agent claim 1 , a decorative additive claim 1 , ...

Acrylic Polyvinyl Acetal Film for a Light Directing Article

A light directing article comprises an acrylic polyvinyl acetal film to protect the optical elements of the light directing article. The acrylic polyvinyl acetal film has a Tg of at least 30° C. and comprises a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer. The acrylic polyvinyl acetal film is flexible and durable to mechanical deformation. 2. The light directing article of claim 1 , wherein the body layer has a Tg no greater than 60° C.3. (canceled)4. The light directing article of claim 1 , wherein the body layer has a tensile elastic modulus of at least 1 MPa at 25° C. and 1 hertz.5. The light directing article of any one of claim 1 , wherein the body layer comprises at least 20 claim 1 , 25 claim 1 , 30 claim 1 , 35 claim 1 , 40 claim 1 , 50 wt-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.6. The light directing article of claim 1 , wherein the body layer comprises no greater than 85 wt-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.7. The light directing article of claim 5 , wherein the polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer has a Tg of less than −10° C. claim 5 , −20° C. claim 5 , −30° C. claim 5 , −40° C. claim 5 , or −50° C.8. The light directing article of claim 1 , wherein the body layer comprises polymerized units of an alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having an alkyl group with eight carbon atoms.9. The light directing article of claim 1 , wherein body layer comprises 5 to 30 wt-% of polyvinyl acetal polymer.10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. The light directing article of claim 1 , wherein the optical elements comprise beads or microstructured elements.13. The light directing article of claim 12 , wherein the microstructured elements are longitudinally extending prisms or cube-corner elements.14. The light directing article of claim 13 , wherein the cube-corner elements comprise truncated cubes or full cubes.15. (canceled)16 ...

ACRYLIC POLYVINYL ACETAL FILMS COMPRISING A SECOND LAYER

A film is described comprising a first film layer having a Tg ranging from 30° C. to 60° C. The first film layer comprises a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition. The film further comprises a second layer proximate the first film layer. The second layer is different than the first film layer. The second may be a cured (meth)acrylic polymer film or coating; a backing such as thermoplastic polymer, woven or nonwoven fabrics, metal foils, paper, foams; or a coverfilm such as a fluoropolymer. 2. The film of wherein the second film layer is not thermoplastic.3. The film of - wherein the second film layer has a gel content of at least 20%.4. The film of - wherein the second film layer comprises a cured (meth)acrylic polymer and optionally a polyvinyl acetal polymer.5. The film of - wherein the first film layer has a Tg no greater than 60° C.6. The film of - wherein the second film layer has a Tg no greater than 60° C.7. The film of - wherein the second film layer has a Tg greater than 60° C.8. The film of - wherein the first film layer and/or second film layer comprises a pigment claim 1 , colorant claim 1 , decorative additive claim 1 , or a combination thereof.9. The film of - wherein the cured (meth)acrylic composition of the second layer comprises polymerized units of a multifunctional (meth)acrylate monomer or oligomer.10. The film of where the cured (meth)acrylic composition of the second layer comprises greater than 10 claim 9 , 15 claim 9 , 20 claim 9 , 25 claim 9 , 30 claim 9 , or 35 wt-% polymerized units of the multifunctional (meth)acrylate monomer or oligomer.11. The film of - wherein the cured (meth)acrylic composition comprises at least one monomer claim 9 , oligomer claim 9 , or polymer comprising a free radically polymerizable silicone group.12. The film of - wherein the cured (meth)acrylic composition comprises at least one monomer claim 9 , oligomer claim 9 , or polymer comprising a free radically polymerizable fluorine group. ...

ACRYLIC POLYVINYL ACETAL FILMS COMPRISING AN ADHESIVE LAYER

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition. A layer of an adhesive composition is disposed proximate the film. The adhesive composition has a tensile elastic modulus of less than 1 MPa at 25° C. and 1 hertz. 2. The film of wherein the adhesive composition has a Tg of less than 25° C. or less than 0° C.3. The film of wherein the adhesive composition is a pressure sensitive adhesive having a tensile elastic modulus of less than 0.9 MPa at 25° C. and 1 hertz.4. The film of wherein the film is a backing of an adhesive coated sheet or tape.5. The film of wherein the film further comprises a second backing proximate the base film.6. The film of wherein the second backing comprises a substrate selected from polymeric films claim 5 , woven or nonwoven fabrics claim 5 , metal foils claim 5 , foams claim 5 , paper claim 5 , and combinations thereof.7. The film of wherein the film and/or second backing is a conformable polymeric film.8. The film of wherein the adhesive composition is an acrylic adhesive composition.9. The film of wherein the layer of adhesive is structured.10. The film of wherein the film comprises a structured layer.11. The film of further comprising a release coating disposed on an outer exposed surface of the film.12. The film of further comprising a removable release liner covering the layer of adhesive.13. The film of wherein the film has a Tg of at least 30° C.14. The film of wherein the film has a gel content of at least 20%.15. The film of wherein the film has a tensile elastic modulus of at least 1 MPa at 25° C. and 1 hertz.16. The film of wherein the film comprises at least 10 wt.-% of polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than 0° C.17. The film of wherein the film comprises polymerized units of monofunctional alkyl (meth)acrylate monomer having a Tg of less than −40° C.18. (canceled)19. The film of wherein the film comprises at least 10 wt.-% and no ...

Method for nanoparticle surface modification

The present disclosure discloses a method for making surface-modified nanoparticles. The surface of a nanoparticle is modified with an aminorganosilane and an alkylating agent in a one-pot synthesis to provide alkylamine surface-modified nanoparticles.

Polymerizable compositions free of organic emulsifier and polymers and methods of making thereof

Described herein is a polymerizable composition substantially free of an organic emulsifier, methods of making, and articles thereof. The polymerizable composition comprises: a continuous phase; a polymerizable monomer; an initiator; and inorganic nanoparticles, wherein the inorganic nanoparticles are substantially free of groups that will copolymerize with the polymerizable monomer.

Method of thermoforming film with structured surface and articles

Presently described are methods of making an article comprising providing a structured film (1100) comprising a thermoformable planar base (212) layer and a structured surface (116, 216) layer disposed on a major surface (1200) of the planar base (212) layer wherein the structured surface (116, 216) layer comprises a different organic polymeric material than the thermoformable planar base (212) layer, and thermoforming the structured film (1100) into a thermoformed article (1000). Also described are thermoformed and thermoformable articles.

Crosslinkable polymeric compositions and use thereof

This invention relates to polymeric compositions that are processible and may be photochemically cured to produce crosslinked compositions useful in coating, sealants and adhesive applications. The crosslinkable composition comprises a first component having a plurality of pendent, free-radically polymerizable functional groups; a polymeric photoinitiator, and a residual content of less than 2%. The composition is melt processable at temperatures of less than or equal to 100° C.

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from polymers having pendent michael donor groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from polymers having pendent hydrophilic groups, and pendant Michael donor groups, and crosslinked by polyacryl Michael acceptor compounds.

Processing tapes for preparing laminate articles

Processing tapes have special properties to permit them to be used to prepare laminate articles, such as security articles. The processing tapes include a backing, a pressure sensitive adhesive layer and a release surface covering the pressure sensitive adhesive layer. The backing is a dimensionally stable transparent polymeric film, and the surface on which the pressure sensitive is coated may be a treated surface. The pressure sensitive adhesive is a transparent pressure sensitive adhesive that includes a crosslinked (meth)acrylate-based polymer and has a refractive index in the range of 1.45-1.55. The (meth)acrylate -based polymer includes alkyl (meth)acrylate monomers and may include acidic monomers.

Acrylic films comprising a structured layer

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition, wherein the film comprises a structured layer.

Acrylic polyvinyl acetal films comprising an adhesive layer

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition. A layer of an adhesive composition is disposed proximate the film. The adhesive composition has a tensile elastic modulus of less than 1 MPa at 25° C. and 1 hertz.

Acrylic polyvinyl acetal films comprising a second layer

A film is described comprising a first film layer having a Tg ranging from 30° C. to 60° C. The first film layer comprises a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition. The film further comprises a second layer proximate the first film layer. The second layer is different than the first film layer. The second may be a cured (meth)acrylic polymer film or coating; a backing such as thermoplastic polymer, woven or nonwoven fabrics, metal foils, paper, foams; or a coverfilm such as a fluoropolymer.

Acrylic films comprising a structured layer

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition, wherein the film comprises a structured layer.

Polymeric membrane useful as a commercial roofing membrane

Foam compositions comprising polylactic acid polymer, polyvinyl acetate polymer and plasticizer, articles, and methods of making and using same

Foam compositions are provided including a polylactic acid polymer; second (e.g., polyvinyl acetate) polymer having a glass transition temperature (T g ) of at least 25° C.; and plasticizer. Also described are articles comprising the foam compositions, such as a sheet or hearing protection article. Methods of making and using the foam compositions are further described herein.

Antimicrobial coating system

An antimicrobial coating system, a film-forming composition, and an antimicrobial film. In some embodiments, the antimicrobial coating system can include a film-forming composition comprising a polymer having an effective molecular weight, and an effective amount of an antimicrobial agent dispersed within the polymer. The film-forming composition can form a water-insoluble, biocidal antimicrobial film when applied to a surface.

Antimicrobial film-forming composition, antimicrobial film, and method of verifying the presence of an antimicrobial film

An antimicrobial film-forming composition, an antimicrobial film, and a method of verifying the presence of an antimicrobial film. The film-forming composition can include no greater than 10 weight percent of polyvinyl alcohol, from 0.05 to 15 weight percent of polyhexamethylene biguanide, from 0.001 to 10 weight percent of a quaternary ammonium compound, and water or a water-based solvent. The film-forming composition can form a water-soluble, biocidal antimicrobial film that includes no greater than 98 weight percent of polyvinyl alcohol, and from 1 to 15 weight percent of each of polyhexamethylene biguanide and the quaternary ammonium compound. The method can include applying a film-forming composition comprising an indicator dye to a surface, drying the film- forming composition to form an antimicrobial film, and triggering the antimicrobial film to trigger the indicator dye to verify the presence of the film.

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from reactive oligomers having pendent photoinitiator groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from oligomers having pendent hydrophilic, poly(alkylene oxide) groups, pendent photoinitiator groups, and optionally polymerizable functional groups, and crosslinked by polyfunctional poly(alkylene oxides).

Absorbent dressing comprising hydrophilic polymer prepared via Michael reaction

An absorbent dressing is described which comprises a crosslinked hydrophilic gel absorbent layer comprising a first component polymer comprising a plurality of polymerized monomer units having pendent hydrophilic groups, and pendent Michael donor groups; and a crosslinking agent comprising at least two Michael acceptor groups.

Reactive oligomers

The present invention provides novel compositions prepared from a first oligomer containing reactive functional groups capable of reaction at effective rates (at normal processing temperatures) with a co-reactive second component possessing functionality that is complementary to that of the first oligomer. The compositions may be used as coatings, including hard surface coatings, clear coatings, powder coatings and pattern coatings; as adhesives, including pressure sensitive adhesives and not melt adhesives; as sealants; as optical coatings; as blown microfibers (BMF); as high refractive index optical materials; as barrier films; in microreplication; as low adhesion backsizes, (LABs) and release coatings.

Hardenable self-supporting structures and methods

The present invention relates to a method of preparing a composition comprising: combining a resin system, a filler system at least a portion of which is an inorganic material comprising nanoscopic particles having an average primary particle size of no greater than about 50 nm, and an initiator system to form a mixture; forming the mixture into a hardenable self-supporting structure having a first shape; wherein the hardenable self-supporting structure having a first shape has sufficient malleability to be formed into a second shape.

Hardenable self-supporting structures and methods

The present invention relates to a preformed dental product comprising a hardenable composition, wherein the hardenable composition comprises a resin system, a filler system, and an initiator system; wherein the hardenable composition is in the form of a hardenable, self-supporting structure having a first shape and sufficient malleability to be reformed into a second shape at a temperature of about 15°C to 38°C.

Polymeric membrane useful as a commercial roofing membrane

The present disclosure provides a polymeric membrane. The polymeric membrane includes a first thermoplastic elastomer layer that comprises a styrenic thermoplastic. The thermoplastic elastomer layer has a foam structure. The polymeric membrane can further include an optional second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first polyolefin layer.

Particle-containing fibrous web

A porous sheet article including a self-supporting nonwoven web of less than 20 weight percent polymeric fibers exhibiting no more than about 1 weight percent dimethyl methyl phosphonate uptake and at least 80 weight percent sorbent particles enmeshed in the web, the sorbent particles being sufficiently evenly distributed in the web and the fiber polymer(s) being such that the web has an Adsorption Factor A of at least 1.6 X 10/mm water. The articles have low pressure drop and can provide filter elements and other individual or collective protection devices having long service lives and an Adsorption Factor approaching and in some instances exceeding that of a packed carbon bed.

Methods of bonding polyester substrates

Gel materials, medical articles, and methods

Ring-opened azlactone chain transfer agents for radical polymerization

Chain transfer agents for controlled radical polymerizations (RAFT) are described. The chain transfer agents have an azlactone or ring-opened azlactone moiety to provide telechelic (co)polymers.

Selective Oxidation of Carbon Monoxide Relative to Hydrogen Using Catalytically Active Gold

The present invention provides technology for controlling, or tuning, the catalytic activity of gold provided upon nanoporous supports such as those derived from nanoparticulate, crystalline titania. In some aspects of practice, the surface of nanoparticulate media incorporated into a catalyst system of the present invention is provided with chemical modifications of the surface that dramatically suppress the ability of the resultant catalyst system to oxidize hydrogen. Yet, the system still readily oxidizes CO. In other words, by selecting and/or altering the nanoparticulate surface via the principles of the present invention, PROX catalysts are readily made from materials including catalytically active gold and nanoparticulate media. Additionally, the nanoparticulate support also may be optionally thermally treated to further enhance selectivity for CO oxidation with respect to hydrogen. Such thermal treatments may occur before or after chemical modification, but desirably occur prior to depositing catalytically active gold onto the support incorporating the nanoparticles.

Acrylic polyvinyl acetal films and composition

A film is described comprising a (meth)acrylic polymer and a polyvinyl acetal (e.g. butyral) resin. In some embodiments, the film has a glass transition temperature (i.e. Tg) ranging from 30° C. to 60° C. In some embodiments, the film has a gel content of at least 20% or greater. In some embodiments, the film has an elongation at break of at least 175%. The film typically comprises photoinitiator as a result of the method by which the film was made. The film may be a monolithic film or a layer of a multilayer film.

Methods of bonding polyester substrates

Methods of bonding polyester substrates together, comprising externally delivering thermal energy onto the bonding surfaces of the substrates and bringing the bonding surfaces into proximity with each other and bonding the substrates to each other.

Solid cleaners for heated food preparation surfaces

A solid cleaner for heated surfaces is disclosed. The solid cleaner includes a solidifying agent including wax, and a cleaning agent. The solid cleaner is solid at room temperature and liquid at an elevated temperature. Methods of cleaning a heated surface and cleaning articles are also disclosed.

Adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and filter media comprising such adducts

Herein are disclosed adducts of amines and polycarboxylic acids, and methods of making such adducts. Such adducts can be used to remove cyanogen chloride. Also disclosed are methods of providing such adducts on supports to form filter media. Also disclosed are methods of combining such filter media with catalysts and/or with porous polymeric webs to form filter systems.

Particle-containing fibrous web

Ring-opened azlactone initiators for atom transfer radical polymerization

Selective oxidation of carbon monoxide relative to hydrogen using catalytically active gold

The present invention provides technology for controlling, or tuning, the catalytic activity of gold provided upon nanoporous supports such as those derived from nanoparticulate, crystalline titania. In some aspects of practice, the surface of nanoparticulate media incorporated into a catalyst system of the present invention is provided with chemical modifications of the surface that dramatically suppress the ability of the resultant catalyst system to oxidize hydrogen. Yet, the system still readily oxidizes CO. In other words, by selecting and/or altering the nanoparticulate surface via the principles of the present invention, PROX catalysts are readily made from materials including catalytically active gold and nanoparticulate media. Additionally, the nanoparticulate support also may be optionally thermally treated to further enhance selectivity for CO oxidation with respect to hydrogen. Such thermal treatments may occur before or after chemical modification, but desirably occur prior to depositing catalytically active gold onto the support incorporating the nanoparticles.

Protective Films and Related Methods

The invention features protective film constructions that may be used, for example, as a protective floor finish.

Polymeric membrane useful as a commercial roofing membrane

The present disclosure provides a polymeric membrane. The polymeric membrane includes a first thermoplastic elastomer layer. The thermoplastic elastomer is a styrenic thermoplastic. The polymeric membrane can further include an optional second thermoplastic elastomer layer in contact with the first polyolefin layer.

Hardenable self-supporting structures and methods

Heterogeneous, composite, carbonaceous catalyst system and methods that use catalytically active gold

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold.

Gel materials, medical articles, and methods

A gel material and medical articles including such material, wherein the transparent gel material includes a polymerized poly(alkylene oxide) macromonomer that, prior to polymerization is a free-radically polymerizable, multifunctional (preferably difunctional), having a weight average molecular weight of at least 2000, wherein the multifunctional poly(alkylene oxide) macromonomer comprises a copolymeric random alkylene oxide moiety of the formula: -(-CH(R1)-CH2-O-)m...(-CH2-CH2-O-)n-wherein the mole ratio of m:n is within a range of about 1:9 to about 9:1.

porous laminated article, process for manufacturing a porous laminated article respiratory device and filter element

ARTIGO LAMINADO POROSO, PROCESSO PARA FABRICAçãO DE UM ARTIGO LAMINADO POROSO, DISPOSITIVO RESPIRATóRIO E ELEMENTO FILTRANTE. A presente invenção refere-se a um artigo laminado poroso, que inclui uma manta de não-tecido auto-suportada com menos de 20%, em peso, de fibras poliméricas exibindo não mais que cerca de 1%, em peso, de absorção de dimetil metil fosfonato e pelo menos 80%, em peso, de partículas absorventes enredadas na manta, com as partículas absorventes sendo suficientemente distribuídas de maneira uniforme na manta e com a(s) fibra(s) polimérica(s) sendo tais que a manta tem um fator de adsorção A de pelo menos 1,6 X 10^ 4^/mm de água. Os artigos têm baixa queda de pressão e podem fornecer elementos filtrantes e outros dispositivos de proteção individuais ou coletivos contendo vidas úteis longas e um fator de adsorção próximo e, em alguns casos, maior que a de um leito de carbono compactado. PURPOSE LAMINATED ARTICLE, PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING A PURPOSED LAMINATED ARTICLE, RESPIRATORY DEVICE AND FILTERING ELEMENT. The present invention relates to a porous laminate article comprising a self-supporting nonwoven mat having less than 20% by weight of polymeric fibers exhibiting no more than about 1% by weight of absorbent. dimethyl methyl phosphonate and at least 80% by weight of woven absorbent particles in the web, with the absorbent particles being sufficiently evenly distributed in the web and with the polymeric fiber (s) being such that the web has an adsorption factor A of at least 1.6 X 10 ^ 4 ^ / mm of water. The articles have low pressure drop and can provide filter elements and other individual or collective protective devices containing long service lives and a near adsorption factor and in some cases higher than a compacted carbon bed.

Metal-containing polymeric materials

Metal-containing polymeric materials and metal complex-containing polymeric materials are provided. The polymeric materials are divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers, partially hydrolyzed divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers, or fully hydrolyzed divinylbenzene/maleic anhydride polymers. Additionally, methods of making the metal-containing polymeric materials, methods of using the metal-containing polymeric materials to capture volatile, basic, nitrogen-containing compounds, and methods of using a zinc-containing polymeric material to detect the presence of water vapor are provided.

Static dissipative articles

Curable electrolyte

An electrolyte composition is described. The electrolyte composition includes at least one ionic compound; at least one polar solvent; at least one polymerizable material; at least one nanoparticle based viscosity modifier; at least one chain transfer agent; and at least one initiator. Also described are electrochromic articles and devices including an electrolyte layer including an electrolyte composition. Methods of assembling an electrochromic article are also included.

Polymerizable compositions free of organic emulsifier and polymers and methods of making thereof

Crosslinkable hydrophilic materials from reactive oligomers having pendent unsaturated groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from oligomers having pendent hydrophilic poly(alkylene oxide) groups, and pendent polymerizable functional groups, and crosslinked by polyfunctional poly(alkylene oxides).

REACTIVE OLIGOMERS

Heterogeneous, composite, carbonaceous catalyst system and methods that use catalytically active gold

Heterogeneous catalyst systems, methods of making these systems, and methods of using these systems, wherein catalytically active gold is deposited onto composite support media. The composite support media is formed by providing nanoporous material on at least a portion of the surfaces of carbonaceous host material. In representative embodiments, relatively fine, nanoporous guest particles are coated or otherwise provided on surfaces of relatively coarser activated carbon particles. Catalytically active gold may be deposited onto one or both of the guest or host materials either before or after the guest and host materials are combined to from the composite host material. PVD is the preferred catalyst system of depositing gold.

Absorbent dressing comprising hydrophilic polymer

Protective films

The invention features protective film constructions that may be used, for example, as a protective floor finish.

Gel materials, medical articles, and methods

A gel material and medical articles including such material, wherein the transparent gel material includes a polymerized poly(alkylene oxide) macromonomer that, prior to polymerization is a free-radically polymerizable, multifunctional (preferably difunctional), having a weight average molecular weight of at least 2000, wherein the multifunctional poly(alkylene oxide) macromonomer comprises a copolymeric random alkylene oxide moiety of the formula: -(-CH(R1)-CH2-O-)m...(-CH2-CH2-O-)n-wherein the mole ratio of m:n is within a range of about 1:9 to about 9:1.

Crosslinkable and crosslinked polymeric materials

Crosslinkable compositions are provided that contain a) a polymeric material having at least two terminal dithiocarbamate groups or two terminal dithiocarbonate groups and b) a monomer composition that includes at least a crosslinking monomer having two or more ethylenically unsaturated groups. The polymeric materials in the crosslinkable compositions undergo chain extension and crosslinking reactions when exposed to actinic radiation in the ultraviolet region of the electromagnetic spectrum. Additionally, crosslinked compositions, articles that contain the crosslinkable compositions or the crosslinked compositions, and methods of making the articles are provided.

Hydrophilic materials from oligomers having photoinitiniator groups

The present invention provides crosslinkable compositions useful in the preparation of hydrophilic gels, and are prepared from oligomers having pendent hydrophilic, poly(alkylene oxide) groups, pendent photoinitiator groups, and optionally polymerizable functional groups, and crosslinked by polyfunctional poly(alkylene oxides).

Acrylic polyvinyl acetal films comprising a second layer

A film is described comprising a first film layer having a Tg ranging from 30°C to 60°C. The first film layer comprises a (meth)acrylic polymer and polyvinyl acetal polymer composition. The film further comprises a second layer proximate the first film layer. The second layer is different than the first film layer. The second may be a cured (meth)acrylic polymer film or coating; a backing such as thermoplastic polymer, woven or nonwoven fabrics, metal foils, paper, foams; or a coverfilm such as a fluoropolymer.