Methods of identifying orthodontic adhesives

The present invention provides a method of identifying an orthodontic adhesive on a tooth structure, the method including selectively staining a surface including the orthodontic adhesive or the tooth structure. Methods of bonding and debonding an orthodontic appliance to and from a tooth structure are also provided.

ARYLSULFINATE SALTS IN PHOTOINITIATOR SYSTEMS FOR POLYMERIZATION REACTIONS

Compositions are provided that include an electron donor and a sensitizing compound. More specifically, the electron donor is an arylsulfinate salt. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material from a photopolymerizable composition that includes ethylenically unsaturated monomers and a photoinitiator system. The photoinitiator system includes an electron donor and a sensitizing compound. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Orthodontic composition with polymeric fillers

Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface.

PHOTOINITIATORS HAVING TRIARYLSULFONIUM AND ARYLSULFINATE IONS

Compositions are provided that include a photoinitiator system for free radical polymerization reactions. More specifically, the photoinitiator includes an arylsulfinate ion and a triarylsulfonium ion. Polymerization methods are also provided those include the photoinitiator in a photopolymerizable composition. Additionally, triarylsulfonium arylsulfinate salts are disclosed. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

Processes for forming dental materials

Processes for forming dental materials that include applying a hardenable dental adhesive to a surface and a second hardenable dental composite to the dental adhesive. The hardenable dental composite includes at least two adjacent regions with different concentrations of a photoinitiator, at least two adjacent regions with different photoinitiators, or both.

THERMOPLASTIC FILM HAVING METALLIC NANOPARTICLE COATING

The present invention is directed to a metallic nanoparticle coated thermoplastic film and the process for preparing the same. © KIPO & WIPO 2008 ...

Methods of identifying orthodontic adhesives

The present invention provides a method of identifying an orthodontic adhesive on a tooth structure, the method including selectively staining a surface including the orthodontic adhesive or the tooth structure. Methods of bonding and debonding an orthodontic appliance to and from a tooth structure are also provided.

DENTAL COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING A THERMALLY LABILE COMPONENT, AND THE USE THEREOF

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. The hardenable dental compositions include a thermally labile component including one or more thermally labile groups. Upon heating, the hardened compositions are useful, for example, for reducing the bond strength of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

Processes for forming dental materials and device

Processes for forming dental materials that include applying a first hardenable dental composition (e.g., a dental adhesive) to a surface followed by applying a second hardenable dental composition (e.g., a dental composite) to the first hardenable dental composition on the surface. The first and second hardenable dental compositions are hardened such that the second hardenable composition is substantially completely hardened prior to complete hardening of the first hardenable composition.

Methods for reducing bond strengths, dental compositions, and the use thereof

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. In some embodiments, the hardenable dental compositions include an acid-generating component and an acid-reactive component including one or more acid-reactive groups. Upon irradiating, and optionally heating, the hardened compositions are useful, for example, for reducing the bond strength of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

Water-soluble polymer substrate having metallic nanoparticle coating

A metallic nanoparticle coated water-soluble polymeric substrate and the process for preparing and using the same is described.

Thermoplastic film having metallic nanoparticle coating

The present invention is directed to a metallic nanoparticle coated thermoplastic film having surface plasmon resonance and the process for preparing the same. The absorption peak of the optical film is shifted to shorter wavelenghts upon shrinking or to longer wavelenghts upon shrinking. A sensor comprises the metallic nanoparticle coated thermoplastic film, wherein a binding agent is disposed over the metallic nanoparticles and wherein the binding agent interacts with a predetermined substance present in a biological, biochemical, chemical or environmental sample.

ORTHODONTIC COMPOSITION WITH POLYMERIC FILLERS

Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface. 1. An orthodontic adhesive composition comprising:a hardenable component;a photoinitiator;a rigid and dimensionally stable crosslinked polymeric filler having a controlled particle size and particle size distribution,wherein the crosslinked polymeric filler has a particle size median in a range from 6 micrometers to 18 micrometers and a d50/d25 particle size ratio up to 1.8; andat least one of a silica filler and a fluoroaluminosilicate glass filler.2. The orthodontic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the crosslinked polymeric filler is an emulsion polymer.3. The orthodontic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the crosslinked polymeric filler is a suspension polymer.4. The orthodontic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the crosslinked polymeric filler has a particle size median in a range from 7 micrometers to 17 micrometers.5. The orthodontic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the crosslinked polymeric filler has a particle size median in a range from 8 micrometers to 16 micrometers.6. The orthodontic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the silica filler is present in an amount up to 5 percent based on the overall weight of the composition.7. The orthodontic composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition ...

DENTAL COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING THERMALLY RESPONSIVE ADDITIVES, AND THE USE THEREOF

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions that include thermally responsive additives, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. Upon heating, the hardened compositions are useful for reducing the bond strengths of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

APPARATUS, HYBRID LAMINATED BODY, METHOD AND MATERIALS FOR TEMPORARY SUBSTRATE SUPPORT

A hybrid laminated body is provided that includes a light-transmitting support, a latent release layer disposed upon the light-transmitting support, a joining layer disposed upon the latent release layer, and a polyamide thermoplastic priming layer disposed upon the joining layer. The hybrid laminated body can further include a substrate to be processed such as, for example, a silicon wafer to be ground. Also provided is a method for manufacturing the provided laminated body.

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.

ARYLSULFINATE SALTS IN INITIATOR SYSTEMS FOR POLYMERIC REACTIONS

Compositions are provided that that can be used as an initiator system for free radical polymerization reactions. More specifically, the initiator systems include an electron acceptor and an electron donor. The electron donors are arylsulfinate salts having a cation that contains at least one carbon atom and either a positively charged nitrogen atom or a positively charged phosphorus atom. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material with the initiator systems. The initiator systems can be thermal initiator systems, photoinitiator systems, or combinations thereof. © KIPO & WIPO 2007 ...

HYPERABSORPTIVE NANOPARTICLE COMPOSITIONS

A multilayer article is provided comprising a metallic nanoparticle layer and a reflective film layer. The article may be marked on exposure to incident light.

Arylsulfinate salts in photoinitiator systems for polymerization reactions

Compositions are provided that include an electron donor and a sensitizing compound. More specifically, the electron donor is an arylsulfinate salt. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material from a photopolymerizable composition that includes ethylenically unsaturated monomers and a photoinitiator system. The photoinitiator system includes an electron donor and a sensitizing compound.

DENTAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS WITH ARYLSULFINATE SALTS

Polymerizable compositions and methods are provided that include an ethylenically unsaturated compound and an arylsulfinate salt. The polymerizable compositions are useful as hardenable dental compositions.

Processes for forming dental materials and device

Processes for forming dental materials that include applying a first hardenable dental composition (e.g., a dental adhesive) to a surface followed by applying a second hardenable dental composition (e.g., a dental composite) to the first hardenable dental composition on the surface. The first and second hardenable dental compositions are hardened such that the second hardenable composition is substantially completely hardened prior to complete hardening of the first hardenable composition.

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.

Arylsulfinate salts in initiator systems for polymeric reactions

Compositions are provided that that can be used as an initiator system for free radical polymerization reactions. More specifically, the initiator systems include an electron acceptor and an electron donor. The electron donors are arylsulfinate salts having a cation that contains at least one carbon atom and either a positively charged nitrogen atom or a positively charged phosphorus atom. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material with the initiator systems. The initiator systems can be thermal initiator systems, photoinitiator systems, or combinations thereof.

Arylsulfinate salts in photoinitiator systems for polymerization reactions

Compositions are provided that include an electron donor and a sensitizing compound. More specifically, the electron donor is an arylsulfinate salt. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material from a photopolymerizable composition that includes ethylenically unsaturated monomers and a photoinitiator system. The photoinitiator system includes an electron donor and a sensitizing compound.

Water-Soluble Polymeric Substrate Having Metallic Nanoparticle Coating

A metallic nanoparticle coated water-soluble polymeric substrate and the process for preparing and using the same is described.

Water-soluble polymeric substrate having metallic nanoparticle coating

A metallic nanoparticle coated water-soluble polymeric substrate and the process for preparing and using the same is described.

Dental compositions including radiation-to-heat converters, and the use thereof

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions that include radiation-to-heat converters, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. Upon irradiating, the hardened compositions increase in temperature, which can be useful for reducing the bond strengths of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

Dental compositions and methods with arylsulfinate salts

Polymerizable compositions and methods are provided that include an ethylenically unsaturated compound and an arylsulfinate salt. The polymerizable compositions are useful as hardenable dental compositions.

Orthodontic indirect bonding tray with moisture control

An indirect bonding apparatus for orthodontic bonding procedures includes a tray having inner wall sections defining a channel for receiving the patient's dental arch. A number of orthodontic appliances are detachably connected to the tray along the channel, and each appliance includes a base for bonding the appliance to the tooth. The wall sections include at least one groove extending along the base of at least one appliance in order to provide a space between the wall sections and the patient's tooth structure when the tray is received on the patient's dental arch. The space hinders the flow of oral fluids such as saliva in directions toward the base in order to help ensure that the fluids do not adversely affect the strength of the resulting adhesive bond between the appliance and the tooth.

Photoiniators having triarylsulfonium and arylsulfinate ions

Compositions are provided that include a photoinitiator system for free radical polymerization reactions. More specifically, the photoinitiator includes an arylsulfinate ion and a triarylsulfonium ion. Polymerization methods are also provided those include the photoinitiator in a photopolymerizable composition. Additionally, triarylsulfonium arylsulfinate salts are disclosed.

Dental compositions including a thermally labile component, and the use thereof

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. The hardenable dental compositions include a thermally labile component including one or more thermally labile groups. Upon heating, the hardened compositions are useful, for example, for reducing the bond strength of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

Thermoplastic film having metallic nanoparticle coating

The present invention is directed to an article comprising a thermoplastic polymer film and a discontinuous metallic nanoparticle coating, of an average size less than 100 nm, and the process for preparing the same. The coated film may be further stretched or shrunk to shift the absorbance peak maximum to the desired degree. The coating is formed by depositing a discontinuous layer of metallic nanoparticles by a physical vapor deposition method.

ORTHODONTIC INDIRECT BONDING TRAY WITH MOISTURE CONTROL

An indirect bonding apparatus for orthodontic bonding procedures includes a tray having inner wall sections defining a channel for receiving the patient's dental arch. A number of orthodontic appliances are detachably connected to the tray along the channel, and each appliance includes a base for bonding the appliance to the tooth. The wall sections include at least one groove extending along the base of at least one appliance in order to provide a space between the wall sections and the patient's tooth structure when the tray is received on the patient's dental arch. The space hinders the flow of oral fluids such as saliva in directions toward the base in order to help ensure that the fluids do not adversely affect the strength of the resulting adhesive bond between the appliance and the tooth.

Photoiniators having triarylsulfonium and arylsulfinate ions

Compositions are provided that include a photoinitiator system for free radical polymerization reactions. More specifically, the photoinitiator includes an arylsulfinate ion and a triarylsulfonium ion. Polymerization methods are also provided those include the photoinitiator in a photopolymerizable composition. Additionally, triarylsulfonium arylsulfinate salts are disclosed.

Dental compositions and methods with arylsulfinate salts

Polymerizable compositions and methods are provided that include an ethylenically unsaturated compound and an arylsulfinate salt. The polymerizable compositions are useful as hardenable dental compositions.

Arylsulfinate salts in initiator systems for polymeric reactions

Compositions are provided that that can be used as an initiator system for free radical polymerization reactions. More specifically, the initiator systems include an electron acceptor and an electron donor. The electron donors are arylsulfinate salts having a cation that contains at least one carbon atom and either a positively charged nitrogen atom or a positively charged phosphorus atom. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material with the initiator systems. The initiator systems can be thermal initiator systems, photoinitiator systems, or combinations thereof.

COPOLYMERS OF POLY(ETHYLENE-CO-ACRYLIC ACID) AND POLYDIORGANOSILOXANES

Copolymers of poly(ethylene-co-acrylic acid) and polydiorganosiloxanes, compositions comprising the same, and articles comprising the copolymers, compositions, or both. 1. A copolymer comprising at least one poly(ethylene-co-acrylic acid) segment and at least one polydiorganosiloxane segment.2. A copolymer of claim 1 , wherein the at least one polydiorganosiloxane segment is covalently bound to one or more acrylic acid units in the at least one poly(ethylene-co-acrylic acid) segment by an ester bond or an amide bond.3. A copolymer of claim 2 , wherein from about 0.001 mol % and 100 mol % of the acrylic acid units in the at least one poly(ethylene-co-acrylic acid) segment are bound to a polydiorganosiloxane segment by an ester bond or an amide bond.4. A copolymer of claim 3 , wherein from about 0.005 mol % to about 50 mol % of the acrylic acid units in the at least one poly(ethylene-co-acrylic acid) segment are bound to a polydiorganosiloxane segment by an ester or an amide bond.5. A copolymer of claim 4 , wherein from about 0.01 mol % to about 20 mol % of the acrylic acid units in the at least one poly(ethylene-co-acrylic acid) segment are bound to a polydiorganosiloxane segment by an ester or an amide bond.10. A copolymer of claim 6 , wherein Y″ is R and p is zero.12. A copolymer of wherein Y is G-OH or G-NZH and Y′ is R.13. A copolymer of wherein Y is G-OH or G-O(CO)R′.14. A copolymer of wherein Y is G-NZH or G-NZ.15. A copolymer of wherein both Y and Y′ are G-OH.16. A copolymer of wherein Y is OH and Y′ is OR′.17. A copolymer wherein both Y and Y′ are NZH.18. A copolymer of wherein Y is NZH and Y′ is NZ.19. A copolymer of claim 6 , wherein at least one R is alkyl.20. A pavement marking composition comprising a copolymer of .21. A pavement marking tape comprising the pavement marking composition of .22. A coating comprising a copolymer of .23. An article comprising a copolymer of .24. An article of claim 23 , wherein the article one or more of a roadway claim 23 , ...

ARYLSULFINATE SALTS IN PHOTOINITIATOR SYSTEMS FOR POLYMERIZATION REACTIONS

Compositions are provided that include an electron donor and a sensitizing compound. More specifically, the electron donor is an arylsulfinate salt. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material from a photopolymerizable composition that includes ethylenically unsaturated monomers and a photoinitiator system. The photoinitiator system includes an electron donor and a sensitizing compound.

Dental Compositions with Fluorescent Pigment

The invention features a dental composition containing a fluorescent organic pigment, e.g. a hydroxyl substituted aryl guanamine an or a fluorescent compound encapsulated in a thermo plastic or thermo set polymer, in an amount that provides the composition with fluorescence resembling that of natural teeth.

ORTHODONTIC COMPOSITION WITH POLYMERIC FILLERS

Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface.

ORTHODONTIC INDIRECT BONDING TRAY WITH MOISTURE CONTROL

An indirect bonding apparatus for orthodontic bonding procedures includes a tray having inner wall sections defining a channel for receiving the patient's dental arch. A number of orthodontic appliances are detachably connected to the tray along the channel, and each appliance includes a base for bonding the appliance to the tooth. The wall sections include at least one groove extending along the base of at least one appliance in order to provide a space between the wall sections and the patient's tooth structure when the tray is received on the patient's dental arch. The space hinders the flow of oral fluids such as saliva in directions toward the base in order to help ensure that the fluids do not adversely affect the strength of the resulting adhesive bond between the appliance and the tooth.

Dental compositions with fluorescent pigment

The invention features a dental composition containing a fluorescent organic pigment, e.g. a hydroxyl substituted aryl guanamine an or a fluorescent compound encapsulated in a thermo plastic or thermo set polymer, in an amount that provides the composition with fluorescence resembling that of natural teeth.

DENTAL COMPOSITIONS INCLUDING RADIATION-TO-HEAT CONVERTERS, AND THE USE THEREOF

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions that include radiation-to-heat converters, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. Upon irradiating, the hardened compositions increase in temperature, which can be useful for reducing the bond strengths of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

METHODS FOR REDUCING BOND STRENGTHS, DENTAL COMPOSITIONS, AND THE USE THEREOF

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. In some embodiments, the hardenable dental compositions include an acid-generating component and an acid-reactive component including one or more acid-reactive groups. Upon irradiating, and optionally heating, the hardened compositions are useful, for example, for reducing the bond strength of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

ARYSULFINATE SALTS IN PHOTOINITIATOR SYSTEMS FOR POLYMERIZATION REACTIONS

Compositions are provided that include an electron donor and a sensitizing compound. More specifically, the electron donor is an arylsulfinate salt. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material from a photopolymerizable composition that includes ethylenically unsaturated monomers and a photoinitiator system. The photoinitiator system includes an electron donor and a sensitizing compound.

Arylsulfinate salts in photoinitiator systems for polymerization reactions

Compositions are provided that include an electron donor and a sensitizing compound. More specifically, the electron donor is an arylsulfinate salt. Methods of polymerization are also provided that can be used to prepare polymeric material from a photopolymerizable composition that includes ethylenically unsaturated monomers and a photoinitiator system. The photoinitiator system includes an electron donor and a sensitizing compound.

Apparatus, hybrid laminated body, method and materials for temporary substrate support

A hybrid laminated body is provided that includes a light-transmitting support, a latent release layer disposed upon the light-transmitting support, a joining layer disposed upon the latent release layer, and a polyamide thermoplastic priming layer disposed upon the joining layer. The hybrid laminated body can further include a substrate to be processed such as, for example, a silicon wafer to be ground. Also provided is a method for manufacturing the provided laminated body.

APPARATUS, HYBRID LAMINATED BODY, METHOD AND MATERIALS FOR TEMPORARY SUBSTRATE SUPPORT

A hybrid laminated body is provided that includes a light-transmitting support, a latent release layer disposed upon the light-transmitting support, a joining layer disposed upon the latent release layer, and a polyamide thermoplastic priming layer disposed upon the joining layer. The hybrid laminated body can further include a substrate to be processed such as, for example, a silicon wafer to be ground. Also provided is a method for manufacturing the provided laminated body. 1. A laminated body comprising:a light-transmitting support;a latent release layer disposed upon the light-transmitting support;a joining layer disposed upon the latent release layer; anda polyamide thermoplastic priming layer disposed upon the joining layer.2. A laminate according to claim 1 , wherein said light-transmitting support comprises glass.3. A laminate according to claim 1 , wherein the latent release layer comprises a photothermal conversion layer.4. A laminate according to claim 2 , wherein the latent release layer is activated upon exposure to actinic radiation that is emitted from a laser or laser diode.5. A laminate according to claim 3 , wherein the photothermal conversion layer comprises a light-absorbing agent and a heat decomposable resin disposed adjacent the joining layer.6. A laminate according to claim 5 , wherein said light-absorbing agent comprises carbon black.7. A laminate according to claim 1 , wherein the joining layer comprises a thermosetting adhesive.8. A laminate according to claim 7 , wherein the thermosetting adhesive comprises an acrylic adhesive.9. A laminate according to claim 1 , further comprising a substrate in contact with the polyamide thermoplastic priming layer.10. A laminate according to wherein the substrate comprises a substrate to be ground that is a silicon wafer.11. A method for manufacturing a laminate according to claim 1 , the method comprising:coating the polyamide thermoplastic priming layer onto the substrate;optionally, drying the ...

CURABLE AND CURED COMPOSITIONS

Curable compositions, cured compositions formed from the curable compositions, and articles containing the cured compositions are provided. The curable compositions include (a) a curable component that includes (1) an epoxy resin, (2) a polyamide composition, (3) a multifunctional amine compound, and (4) a multifunctional (meth)acrylate compound and (b) an optional inorganic filler. The curable composition can result in the formation of cured compositions with properties such as good tensile strength, good elongation at break, good overlap shear strength, good adhesion to substrates such as metal substrates, or a combination thereof. 1. A curable composition comprising: 1) an epoxy resin;', '2) a polyamide composition comprising a first polyamide, the first polyamide having a tertiary amide in the polymeric backbone thereof and having at least two terminal amino groups;', '3) a multifunctional amine compound comprising from 2 to 20 carbon atoms;', '4) a multifunctional (meth)acrylate compound; and, 'a) a curable component comprising'}b) optionally, an inorganic filler, wherein the curable composition comprises less than 25 weight percent inorganic binder based on the total weight of the curable composition.2. The curable composition of claim 1 , wherein the curable component comprises 5 to 50 weight percent epoxy resin based on a total weight of the curable component.3. The curable composition of claim 1 , wherein the curable component comprises 10 to 60 weight percent polyamide composition based on a total weight of the curable component.4. The curable composition of claim 1 , wherein the polyamide composition comprises 20 to 100 weight percent first polyamide based on a total weight of the polyamide composition.5. The curable composition of claim 1 , wherein 30 to 100 mole percent of the amido groups in the first polyamide are tertiary amido groups.6. The curable composition of claim 1 , wherein the polyamide composition further comprises a second polyamide having ...

Curable compositions, articles therefrom, and methods of making and using same

A curable composition includes a polyamide composition that includes a first polyamide. The first polyamide includes a tertiary amide in the backbone thereof and is amine terminated. The curable composition further includes an amino functional compound comprising from 2 to 20 carbon atoms, a multifunctional (meth)acrylate, an epoxy resin, and an inorganic filler. The inorganic filler is present an amount of at least 25 wt. %, based on the total weight of the curable composition.

Compositions and Foam Compositions Containing Composite Particles, Articles, Composite Particles, and Methods

Compositions are provided including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material and composite particles distributed in the matrix material. The composite particles each include a chemical blowing agent particle encapsulated within a shell including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic material. The uncrosslinked thermoplastic material exhibits at least a certain minimum complex viscosity at a decomposition temperature of the chemical blowing agent particle. Also described are foam compositions and particles including the foam compositions, such as a sheet or multilayer construction. Composite particles are further provided. Methods of making the foam compositions are additionally described herein. Also, polishing pads, polishing systems, and methods of polishing a substrate are provided. 1. A composition comprising: an uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material and a plurality of composite particles distributed in the uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material , wherein the composition exhibits an elastic modulus of 0.5 megaPascals (MPa) or greater , and wherein the plurality of composite particles each comprises:a chemical blowing agent particle encapsulated within a shell comprising an uncrosslinked thermoplastic material, wherein the uncrosslinked thermoplastic material exhibits a complex viscosity of 3,700 Pa·s or greater at a decomposition temperature of the chemical blowing agent particle.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material comprises a polyurethane.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material comprises an acid-terminated polyamide or an amine-terminated polyamide.4. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising a crosslinking agent claim 1 , a crosslink catalyst claim 1 , or both.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of composite particles is present ...

POWDER COATING EPOXY COMPOSITIONS, METHODS, AND ARTICLES

Powder coating compositions provide protective coatings, particularly flexible coatings. Such coating compositions include a solid crosslinkable epoxy resin, core-shell rubber particles, and a filler material. 1. A powder coating composition comprising components comprising:a solid crosslinkable epoxy resin;core-shell rubber particles in an amount of no more than 10 wt-%, based on the total weight of the coating composition;a curing agent; anda filler material in an amount of at least 25 wt-%, based on the total weight of the coating composition;wherein the components are selected and used in amounts to provide a cured coating having no reduction in density, or if there is a reduction in density it is by no more than 15%, relative to the theoretical density of the coating composition.2. The powder coating composition of claim 1 , wherein the components are selected and used in amounts to provide a cured coating having a density that is reduced by no more than 10% relative to the theoretical density of the coating composition.3. The powder coating composition of claim 2 , wherein the solid crosslinkable epoxy resin comprises an epoxy resin having an epoxide equivalent weight of greater than 700.4. The powder coating composition of claim 1 , wherein the filler material is present in an amount of at least 35 wt-% claim 1 , based on the total weight of the coating composition.5. The powder coating composition of claim 4 , wherein the filler material is present in an amount of at least 45 wt-% claim 4 , based on the total weight of the coating composition.6. The powder coating composition of claim 1 , wherein the filler material comprises an inorganic claim 1 , nonmetallic filler.7. The powder coating composition of claim 1 , wherein the core-shell rubber particles comprise core-shell rubber nanoparticles.8. The powder coating composition of claim 1 , wherein the core-shell rubber particles comprise a crosslinked rubber core and a shell comprising a thermoplastic polymer ...

MOISTURE-CURABLE, SEMI-CRYSTALLINE (METH) ACRYLIC OLIGOMERS, AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS INCLUDING THE SAME

A composition including at least one moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomer represented by the formula: 1. A composition comprising at least one moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomer represented by the formula:{'sub': 1', '16', '40, 'Ris independently a Cto Calkyl group;'}{'sub': 2', '16', '40, 'Ris independently a Cto Calkyl group;'}{'sub': '3', 'each Ris independently a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group;'}X is a chain transfer agent as defined further below;Y is independently selected to be a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group;a, b and c are each independently selected to be an integer of at least 10, and a+b+c≦1500;n≧1; andp is 0, 1, 2, or 3.wherein: This application is a continuation of U.S. Pat. No. 14/648,470, filed May 29, 2015, which is a national stage filing under 35 U.S.C. 371 of International Patent Application No. PCT/US2013/028519, filed Mar. 1, 2013, which claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/746,143, filed Dec. 27, 2012, the disclosures of which are incorporated by reference herein in their entirety.The present disclosure relates to moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomers, and more particularly to the use of such oligomers in the manufacture of construction articles, for example, roofing granules used in asphalt shingles.Moisture-curing polymer systems, including moisture-curing siloxane polymers (i.e. silicones), are known. Siloxane polymers have unique properties derived mainly from the physical and chemical characteristics of the siloxane bond. These properties include low glass transition temperature, thermal and oxidative stability, resistance to ultraviolet radiation, low surface energy and hydrophobicity, high permeability to many gases, and biocompatibility. The siloxane polymers, however, often lack tensile strength.The low tensile strength of the siloxane polymers can be improved by forming block copolymers. Some block copolymers contain a “soft” siloxane ...

PAVEMENT MARKING COMPOSITIONS

A composition comprises a blend comprising (a) a binder comprising (i) C5 hydrocarbon resin or (ii) a resin comprising rosin acids, rosin esters, modified rosin acids, modified rosin esters or mixtures thereof, and (b) polydimethylsiloxane polyamide copolymer. 129-. (canceled)30. A composition comprising a blend comprising:(a) a binder comprising (i) C5 hydrocarbon resin or (ii) a resin comprising rosin acids, rosin esters, modified rosin acids, modified rosin esters or mixtures thereof; and(b) polydimethylsiloxane polyamide copolymer.31. The composition of claim 30 , wherein the binder comprises maleic-modified rosin ester resin.32. The composition of further comprising optical components.33. The composition of claim 33 , wherein the optical components are transparent glass beads.34. The composition of further comprising a whitening agent or a yellow pigment.35. The composition of further comprising a filler.36. The composition of further comprising a plasticizer.37. The composition of further comprising a wax.38. The composition of claim 37 , wherein the wax is a polyethylene or polypropylene wax.39. The composition of claim 30 , wherein the average molecular weight of the polydimethylsiloxane copolymer is from about 10 claim 30 ,000 g/mole to about 100 claim 30 ,000 g/mole.40. A thermoplastic pavement marking composition comprising a blend comprising:(c) maleic-modified rosin ester resin or a C5 hydrocarbon resin;(d) polydimethylsiloxane polyamide copolymer;(e) calcium carbonate filler;(f) titanium dioxide or yellow organic pigment; and(g) transparent glass beads.41. The pavement marking composition of claim 40 , wherein the composition comprises from about 10 wt. % to about 20 wt. % maleic-modified rosin ester resin.42. The pavement marking composition of claim 40 , wherein the composition comprises from about 10 wt. % to about 20 wt. % C5 hydrocarbon resin.43. The pavement marking composition of claim 40 , wherein the composition comprises from about 0.5 wt. % ...

CURABLE COMPOSITIONS, ARTICLES THEREFROM, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME

A curable composition includes a polyamide composition comprising a polyamide. The polyamide comprises a tertiary amide in the backbone thereof and is amine terminated. The curable composition also comprises an epoxy composition that includes an epoxy resin. 1. A curable composition comprising:a polyamide composition comprising a polyamide, the polyamide comprising a tertiary amide in the backbone thereof and being amine terminated; andan epoxy composition comprising an epoxy resin.2. The curable composition of claim 1 , wherein tertiary amides are present in the polyamide in an amount of at least 50 mol % claim 1 , based on the total amide content present in the polyamide backbone.3. The curable composition according to claim 2 , further comprising an inorganic filler present in an amount of at least 20 volume% claim 2 , based on the total volume of the curable composition.4. The curable composition according to claim 3 , the polyamide composition further comprising a second polyamide claim 3 , wherein the second polyamide comprises a multifunctional polyamidoamine.5. A curable composition comprising: [ (i) a diacid; and', '(ii) a diamine, wherein the diamine comprises a secondary diamine or a secondary/primary hybrid diamine;', 'wherein the first polyamide component comprises a tertiary amide in the backbone thereof and is amine terminated; and, 'a first polyamide component comprising the reaction product of'}, 'a second polyamide component; and, 'a polyamide composition comprising'}an epoxy composition comprising an epoxy resin.6. The curable composition according to claim 5 , wherein the mole ratio of diamine to diacid in the first polyamide component is between 1.2 and 3.7. The curable composition according to claim 5 , whereinthe diamine has a formula R1-NH—R2-NH—R1;the R2 group is an alkylene, branched alkylene, cycloalkylene, substituted or unsubstituted arylene, heteroalkylene, or heterocycloalkylene; and(i) each R1 group, independently, is a linear or ...

Moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth) acrylic oligomers, and construction materials including the same

A composition including at least one moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomer represented by the formula: wherein R 1 is independently a C 16 to C 40 alkyl group; R 2 is independently a C 16 to C 40 alkyl group; each R 3 is independently a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; X is a chain transfer agent as defined further below; Y is independently selected to be a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; a, b and c are each independently selected to be an integer of at least 10, and a+b+c≦1500; n≧1; and p is 0, 1, 2, or 3. The oligomer may be used advantageously as a coating, primer or adhesion promoter in construction articles, for example, adhesives, caulks, grouts, pavement markings, paving materials, ceramic tiles, or roofing granules.

CURABLE COMPOSITIONS, ARTICLES THEREFROM AND METHODS OF MAKING COATED SUBSTRATES THEREWITH

The present invention generally relates to curable compositions that include a benzoxazine resin and a polyamide resin, wherein the polyamide resin is a reaction product of (i) a dicarboxylic acid, wherein the dicarboxylic acid includes a non-aromatic, dicarboxylic dimer acid and the mole fraction of the non-aromatic, dicarboxylic dimer acid is between from 0.10 to 1.00, based on the total moles of dicarboxylic acid used to form the polyamide resin; and (ii) a diamine; and wherein the polyamide resin is amine terminated and includes amine end-groups. The curable compositions may be used to produce an article comprising a cured composition wherein the cured composition is the reaction product of the curable composition according to any one of the curable compositions of the present disclosure. The present invention also relates to methods of coating substrates using the curable compositions of the present disclosure. 1. A curable composition comprising:a benzoxazine resin; anda polyamide resin, wherein the polyamide resin is a reaction product of(i) a dicarboxylic acid, wherein the dicarboxylic acid includes a non-aromatic, dicarboxylic dimer acid and the mole fraction of the non-aromatic, dicarboxylic dimer acid is between from 0.10 to 1.00, based on the total moles of dicarboxylic acid used to form the polyamide resin; and(ii) a diamine; andwherein the polyamide resin is amine terminated and includes amine end-groups.2. The curable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the number average molecular weight of the non-aromatic claim 1 , dicarboxylic dimer acid is between from 300 g/mol to 1400 g/mol.3. The curable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the number of carbon atoms in the non-aromatic claim 1 , dicarboxylic dimer acid is between from 12 to 100.4. The curable composition according to claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of the benzoxazine resin to the polyamide resin is between from 95/5 to 20/80.5. The curable composition according to claim 1 , ...

Moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomers and methods of making and using same in adhesive articles

A composition suitable for use as a low adhesion backsize or a primer for low surface energy adhesives, including the reaction product of at least one moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomer represented by the formula: wherein R 1 is independently a C 16 to C 40 alkyl group; R 2 is independently a C 1 to C 40 alkyl group; each R 3 is independently a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; X is a chain transfer agent as defined further below; Y is independently selected to be a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; a, b and c are each independently selected to be an integer of at least 10, and a+b+c<1500; n>1; and p is 0, 1, 2, or 3. Articles and methods of using the composition as a low adhesion backsize or a primer for a low surface energy adhesive are also described.

Pavement marking compositions

A composition comprises a blend comprising (a) a binder comprising (i) C5 hydrocarbon resin or (ii) a resin comprising rosin acids, rosin esters, modified rosin acids, modified rosin esters or mixtures thereof, and (b) polydimethylsiloxane polyamide copolymer.

Segmented silicone polyamide block copolymers and articles containing the same

Segmented silicone polyamide block copolymers that comprise dimer acid residues and articles containing the same.

Dental compositions with fluorescent pigment

Orthodontic composition with polymeric fillers

Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface.

Dental compositions with fluorescent pigment

The invention features a dental composition containing a fluorescent organic pigment, e.g. a hydroxyl substituted aryl guanamine an or a fluorescent compound encapsulated in a thermo plastic or thermo set polymer, in an amount that provides the composition with fluorescence resembling that of natural teeth.

Dental compositions with natural tooth fluorescence and methods

Hardenable dental compositions which include a fluorescent diether terephthalate and a resin system, such that when hardened, the compositions have a natural tooth fluorescence, methods of making the compositions, and dental articles made from the compositions are disclosed.

Dental compositions with fluorescent pigment

Dental compositions with natural tooth fluorescence and methods

Hardenable dental compositions which include a fluorescent diether terephthalate and a resin system, such that when hardened, the compositions have a natural tooth fluorescence, methods of making the compositions, and dental articles made from the compositions are disclosed.

Orthodontic composition with polymeric fillers

Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface.

Curable compositions, articles therefrom, and methods of making and using same

A curable composition includes a polyamide composition comprising a polyamide. The polyamide comprises a tertiary amide in the backbone thereof and is amine terminated. The curable composition also comprises an epoxy composition that includes an epoxy resin.

Dental compositions including thermally responsive additives, and the use thereof

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions that include thermally responsive additives, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. Upon heating, the hardened compositions are useful for reducing the bond strengths of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

Dental compositions with natural tooth fluorescence and methods

Hardenable dental compositions which include a fluorescent diether terephthalate and a resin system, such that when hardened, the compositions have a natural tooth fluorescence, methods of making the compositions, and dental articles made from the compositions are disclosed.

Dental composition including arylsulfinate salt and method

【課題】口腔環境で使用するのに適した歯科用材料として有用であり得る重合性組成物、およびこのような組成物を用いる方法の提供。 【解決手段】エチレン性不飽和化合物と、歯科用添加剤と、式Ｉ のアニオン、および正に帯電した窒素原子または正に帯電したリン原子を有するカチオンとを有するアリールスルフィネート塩を含む重合開始剤系と、を含む重合性組成物。該重合性組成物は、硬化性歯科用組成物として有用である。 【選択図】なし

Segmented silicone polyamide block copolymers and articles containing the same

Orthodontic composition with polymeric fillers

Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface.

Segmented silicone polyamide block copolymers and articles containing the same

Segmented silicone polyamide block copolymers that comprise dimer acid residues and articles containing the same.

Processes for forming dental materials and device

hardening dental composition

Processes for forming dental materials

Processes for forming dental materials that include applying a hardenable dental adhesive to a surface and a second hardenable dental composite to the dental adhesive. The hardenable dental composite includes at least two adjacent regions with different concentrations of a photoinitiator, at least two adjacent regions with different photoinitiators, or both.

Film including solvent barrier and primer layer

Films including solvent barriers and primer layers are described. In particular, films including a substrate, the substrate including polylactic acid, a primer layer disposed on the substrate, a barrier layer disposed on the surface of the primer layer opposite the substrate, and an adhesive layer disposed on a surface of the barrier layer opposite the primer layer. The barrier layer includes an amorphous aliphatic polyamide with a glass transition temperature of at least 40⁰C. Such films can provide acceptable adhesion and barrier performance to polylactic acid based graphics film systems.

Multilayer film and method of making the same

A multilayer film comprises first, second, and third layers. The first layer comprises at least one aromatic polyester, and has a loss modulus at 1 hertz and 25 °C of at least 70 megapascals. The second layer is thermoplastic and has a loss modulus at 1 hertz and 25 °C of less than or equal to 60 megapascals and comprises a thermoplastic elastomer and a polyamide. The third layer contacts the second layer opposite the first layer and has a loss modulus at 1 hertz and 25 °C of at least 70 megapascals. The second layer is sandwiched between the first and third layers. A method of making the multilayer film by coextrusion is also disclosed.

Arylsulfinate salts in photoinitiator systems for polymerization reactions

Dental compositions and methods with arylsulfinate salts

Polymerizable compositions and methods are provided that include an ethylenically unsaturated compound and an arylsulfinate salt. The polymerizable compositions are useful as hardenable dental compositions.

Moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomers and methods of making and using same in adhesive articles

A composition suitable for use as a low adhesion backsize or a primer for low surface energy adhesives, including the reaction product of at least one moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomer represented by the formula: wherein R 1 is independently a C 16 to C 40 alkyl group; R 2 is independently a C 1 to C 40 alkyl group; each R 3 is independently a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; X is a chain transfer agent as defined further below; Y is independently selected to be a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; a, b and c are each independently selected to be an integer of at least 10, and a + b + c < 1500; n > 1; and p is 0, 1, 2, or 3. Articles and methods of using the composition as a low adhesion backsize or a primer for a low surface energy adhesive are also described.

Dental compositions including radiation-to-heat converters, and the use thereof

Hardenable and hardened dental compositions that include radiation-to-heat converters, and articles including such hardenable and hardened compositions, are provided. Upon irradiating, the hardened compositions increase in temperature, which can be useful for reducing the bond strengths of orthodontic appliances adhered to tooth structures with the hardened compositions.

Orthodontic indirect bonding tray with moisture control

An indirect bonding apparatus for orthodontic bonding procedures includes a tray having inner wall sections defining a channel for receiving the patient's dental arch. A number of orthodontic appliances are detachably connected to the tray along the channel, and each appliance includes a base for bonding the appliance to the tooth. The wall sections include at least one groove extending along the base of at least one appliance in order to provide a space between the wall sections and the patient's tooth structure when the tray is received on the patient's dental arch. The space hinders the flow of oral fluids such as saliva in directions toward the base in order to help ensure that the fluids do not adversely affect the strength of the resulting adhesive bond between the appliance and the tooth.

ARYLSULFINATE SALTS IN POLYREACTION INITIATOR SYSTEMS

Compostable compositions, articles and methods of making compostable articles

The present application relates to compostable articles and compositions including at least one biodegradable polymer and a hydrophobic agent. In some embodiments, the compostable articles and compositions include a second biodegradable polymer, different from the first biodegradable polymer. In some embodiments, the first biodegradable polymer is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene succinate) (PES), poly(trimethylene succinate) (PTS), poly(butylene succinate) (PBS), poly(butylene succinate co-butylene adipate) (PBS A), poly (butylene adipate co-terephthalate) (PBAT), poly(tetramethylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PTAT), and thermoplastic starch. In some embodiments, the presently described articles include packaging.

Powder coating epoxy compositions, methods, and articles

Powder coating compositions provide protective coatings, particularly flexible coatings. Such coating compositions include a solid crosslinkable epoxy resin, core-shell rubber particles, and a filler material.

Thermoplastic film having metallic nanoparticle coating

The present invention is directed to a metallic nanoparticle coated thermoplastic film having surface plasmon resonance and the process for preparing the same. The absorption peak of the optical film is shifted to shorter wavelenghts upon shrinking or to longer wavelenghts upon shrinking. A sensor comprises the metallic nanoparticle coated thermoplastic film, wherein a binding agent is disposed over the metallic nanoparticles and wherein the binding agent interacts with a predetermined substance present in a biological, biochemical, chemical or environmental sample.

Compostable compositions, articles and methods of making compostable articles

The present application relates to compostable articles and compositions including at least one biodegradable polymer and a hydrophobic agent. In some embodiments, the compostable articles and compositions include a second biodegradable polymer, different from the first biodegradable polymer. In some embodiments, the first biodegradable polymer is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene succinate) (PES), poly(trimethylene succinate) (PTS), poly(butylene succinate) (PBS), poly(butylene succinate co-butylene adipate) (PBS A), poly(butylene adipate co-terephthalate) (PBAT), poly(tetramethylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PTAT), and thermoplastic starch. In some embodiments, the presently described articles include packaging.

Arylsulfinatsalze in initiatorsystemen für polyreaktionen

Film including solvent barrier and primer layer

Films including solvent barriers and primer layers are described. In particular, films including a substrate, the substrate including polylactic acid, a primer layer disposed on the substrate, a barrier layer disposed on the surface of the primer layer opposite the substrate, and an adhesive layer disposed on a surface of the barrier layer opposite the primer layer. The barrier layer includes an amorphous aliphatic polyamide with a glass transition temperature of at least 40 #C. Such films can provide acceptable adhesion and barrier performance to polylactic acid based graphics film systems.

Moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomers, and construction materials including the same

A composition including at least one moisture-curable, semi-crystalline (meth)acrylic oligomer represented by the formula: wherein R 1 is independently a C 16 to C 40 alkyl group; R 2 is independently a C 16 to C 40 alkyl group; each R 3 is independently a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; X is a chain transfer agent as defined further below; Y is independently selected to be a methyl, ethyl, or isopropyl group; a, b and c are each independently selected to be an integer of at least 10, and a + b + c ≤ 1500; n ≥ 1; and p is 0, 1, 2, or 3. The oligomer may be used advantageously as a coating, primer or adhesion promoter in construction articles, for example, adhesives, caulks, grouts, pavement markings, paving materials, ceramic tiles, or roofing granules.

堆肥化可能な組成物、物品、及び堆肥化可能な物品を製造する方法

【課題】堆肥化可能で、しかも耐久性の組成物及び物品を提供する。【解決手段】本出願は、少なくとも１つの生分解性ポリマーと疎水剤とを含む、堆肥化可能な物品及び組成物に関する。いくつかの実施形態では、堆肥化可能な物品及び組成物は、第１の生分解性ポリマーとは異なる第２の生分解性ポリマーを含む。いくつかの実施形態では、第１の生分解性ポリマーは、ポリエチレンサクシネート）（ＰＥＳ）、ポリ（トリメチレンサクシネート）（ＰＴＳ）、ポリ（ブチレンサクシネート）（ＰＢＳ）、ポリ（ブチレンサクシネート－ｃｏ－ブチレンアジペート）（ＰＢＳＡ）、ポリ（ブチレンアジペート－ｃｏ－テレフタレート）（ＰＢＡＴ）、ポリ（テトラメチレンアジペート－ｃｏ－テレフタレート）（ＰＴＡＴ）、及び熱可塑性デンプンからなる群から選択される。【選択図】図１

Verfahren zur herstellung von dentalmassen

Silicone elastomers by free radical mediated cure

Curable compositions of this disclosure comprise a mixture of: a silanol, a free radical initiator, an iodonium salt; and optionally an alkoxysilane, and/or an MQ resin, and/or (meth)acrylate monomer(s). In another aspect, cured compositions of this disclosure comprise: a cured silicone, a free radical initiator or residue thereof, an iodonium salt or residue thereof; and optionally a poly(meth)acrylate and/or an MQ resin, which may comprise the cured silicone. In another aspect, cured compositions of this disclosure comprise: a continuous phase of cured silicone, a discontinuous phase of poly(meth)acrylate inclusions, and optionally an MQ resin, which may comprise the cured silicone. The poly(meth)acrylate inclusions may have an average diameter of less than 1.0 micrometer or smaller. The compositions may be pressure sensitive adhesives. The curable and cured compositions may be solvent-free.

Thermoplastic film having metallic nanoparticle coating

The present invention is directed to a metallic nanoparticle coated thermoplastic film having surface plasmon resonance and the process for preparing the same. The absorption peak of the optical film is shifted to shorter wavelenghts upon shrinking or to longer wavelenghts upon shrinking. A sensor comprises the metallic nanoparticle coated thermoplastic film, wherein a binding agent is disposed over the metallic nanoparticles and wherein the binding agent interacts with a predetermined substance present in a biological, biochemical, chemical or environmental sample.

Compositions and Foam Compositions Containing Composite Particles, Articles, Composite Particles, and Methods

Compositions are provided including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material and composite particles distributed in the matrix material. The composite particles each include a chemical blowing agent particle encapsulated within a shell including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic material. The uncrosslinked thermoplastic material exhibits at least a certain minimum complex viscosity at a decomposition temperature of the chemical blowing agent particle. Also described are foam compositions and articles including the foam compositions, such as a sheet or multilayer construction. Composite particles are further provided. Methods of making the foam compositions are additionally described herein. Also, polishing pads, polishing systems, and methods of polishing a substrate are provided.

Branched amorphous polyamide (co)polymers and methods of making and using same

Compositions and foam compositions containing composite particles, articles, composite particles, and methods

Compositions are provided including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material and composite particles distributed in the matrix material. The composite particles each include a chemical blowing agent particle encapsulated within a shell including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic material. The uncrosslinked thermoplastic material exhibits at least a certain minimum complex viscosity at a decomposition temperature of the chemical blowing agent particle. Also described are foam compositions and particles including the foam compositions, such as a sheet or multilayer construction. Composite particles are further provided. Methods of making the foam compositions are additionally described herein. Also, polishing pads, polishing systems, and methods of polishing a substrate are provided.

Branched amorphous polyamide (co)polymers and methods of making and using same

Branched amorphous polyamide (co)polymers having a backbone formed by reacting a reaction mixture including at least 25 mol % of a di-amine selected from a secondary di-amine, a branched di-amine, or a combination thereof; and an aliphatic acid blend including a branched aliphatic dimer acid and a branched aliphatic trimer acid. The molar equivalent ratio of the di¬ amine to the aliphatic acid blend is 0.9-1.1. Preferably, the branched amorphous polyamide (co)polymer is not telechelic. The branched amorphous polyamide (co)polymer preferably exhibits one or more of a shear modulus of from 10,000 to 500,000 Pa at 70° C., a complex viscosity of greater than 1,000,000 mPa*s at 70° C., a glass transition temperature of less than 25° C., or a number average molecular weight of greater than 10,000 Da. Biodegradable and/or compostable adhesive articles including the branched amorphous polyamide (co)polymer also are disclosed.

Compostable compositions, articles and methods of making compostable articles

The present application relates to compostable articles and compositions including at least one biodegradable polymer and a hydrophobic agent. In some embodiments, the compostable articles and compositions include a second biodegradable polymer, different from the first biodegradable polymer. In some embodiments, the first biodegradable polymer is selected from the group consisting of poly(ethylene succinate) (PES), poly(trimethylene succinate) (PTS), poly(butylene succinate) (PBS), poly(butylene succinate co-butylene adipate) (PBSA), poly (butylene adipate co-terephthalate) (PBAT), poly(tetramethylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PTAT), and thermoplastic starch. In some embodiments, the presently described articles include packaging.

Ionomer polyamides, primers, articles, and methods of making same

Ionomer polyamides membranes are provided, including a reaction product of a polymerizable composition including a first diacid that is a dimer acid; an ionomer component; a first diamine that is an oxyalkylene diamine; at least one second diamine comprising a primary diamine and/or a secondary diamine; and optionally at least one second diacid. The ionomer component is an ionomer diacid, an ionomer diester, or an ionomer diamine. The present disclosure also provides primers containing the ionomer polyamide dispersed in water and/or a lower alcohol. Further, articles are provided including a substrate and the ionomer polyamide or the primer disposed on the substrate. Methods are additionally provided, including methods of making an ionomer polyamide and making an article.

Film including solvent barrier and primer layer

Compositions and foam compositions containing composite particles, articles, composite particles, and methods

Compositions are provided including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic nitrogen-containing matrix material and composite particles distributed in the matrix material. The composite particles each include a chemical blowing agent particle encapsulated within a shell including an uncrosslinked thermoplastic material. The uncrosslinked thermoplastic material exhibits at least a certain minimum complex viscosity at a decomposition temperature of the chemical blowing agent particle. Also described are foam compositions and articles including the foam compositions, such as a sheet or multilayer construction. Composite particles are further provided. Methods of making the foam compositions are additionally described herein. Also, polishing pads, polishing systems, and methods of polishing a substrate are provided.