SABIC INNOVATIVE PLASTICS IP B.V. Patent applications |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20150367798 | HYBRID QUARTER MODULE DESIGN FOR FRONT UNDERRUN PROTECTION DEVICE - In an embodiment, a component for an underrun protection device can comprise: a housing member ( | 12-24-2015 |
20150343752 | POLYMERS, ARTICLES COMPRISING POLYMERS, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A polymer part can comprise: a first layer comprising a first polymer, wherein the first layer allows greater than or equal to 5% of visible light to transfer through it; and a second layer comprising a second polymer and a phase change material, wherein the second layer is opaque; wherein when exposed to cyclic temperature and solar radiation conditions for a period of time, the polymer part has a lower effective temperature as compared to a polymer part without a phase change material when exposed to the same cyclic temperature and solar radiation conditions for the same period of time. | 12-03-2015 |
20150240073 | SYNERGISTIC EFFECT OF MULTIPLE MOLD RELEASE ADDITIVES IN POLYCARBONATE BASED COMPOSITIONS - The present disclosure relates to a thermoplastic composition having a better mold release performance. The disclosed thermoplastic composition comprises polycarbonate components, an impact modifier and a mold release composition. Also disclosed is a method for making the disclosed thermoplastic composition and an article of manufacture comprising the disclosed polymer composition. | 08-27-2015 |
20150232664 | THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE BLENDED POLYMER COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED FLAME RETARDANCY - Disclosed herein are methods and compositions of thermally conductive polymers with improved flame retardancy. The resulting compositions can be used in the manufacture of articles while still retaining the advantageous physical properties of thermally conductive polymers with improved flame retardancy. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 08-20-2015 |
20150192183 | ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - An energy absorbing element comprises: stiff members, wherein adjacent stiff members are connected by opposing hinges; and a central member connecting a first pair of the opposing hinges along a longitudinal direction; wherein the stiff members have a greater tensile strength than the central member; and wherein the central member is adapted to elastically extend along the longitudinal direction when an impact normal to the central member is applied to the energy absorbing element. | 07-09-2015 |
20150183929 | BISPHENOL POLYETHER OLIGOMERS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND POLYCARBONATES MADE THEREFROM - A bisphenol polyether oligomer composition comprising greater than 90 wt. % of an oligomer of the formula | 07-02-2015 |
20150099845 | FLAME RETARDANT THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED PROPERTIES - Disclosed herein are blended thermoplastic compositions comprising at least one polycarbonate component, at least one impact modifier component, and at least one flame retardant component. The resulting flame retardant compositions can be used in the manufacture of articles requiring materials with high impact strength and ductility, good flow, thin wall flame retardancy and good thermal resistance. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 04-09-2015 |
20150087767 | FIBER REINFORCED POLYARYLETHERKETONE RESIN COMPOSITIONS - Disclosed herein are methods and fiber reinforced thermoplastic composition comprising: a polyaryletherketone (PAEK) component; a polyimide component, wherein the polyimide component comprises a blend of at least a first polyimide (PI) having glass transition temperature of at least 300° C. and a second polyimide (PI) having glass transition temperature less than the glass transition temperature of the first polyimide; and a reinforcement fiber component. The resulting fiber reinforced thermoplastic compositions exhibit improved mechanical performance. | 03-26-2015 |
20150080518 | FIBER REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC RESIN COMPOSITIONS - Disclosed herein are fiber reinforced thermoplastic composition comprising: a thermoplastic polymer component comprising a polycarbonate, or polyalkylene terephthalate, or a combination thereof; a reinforcement fiber component; and a maleic anhydride additive component. The resulting fiber reinforced thermoplastic compositions exhibit improved mechanical performance at room temperature and high temperatures. | 03-19-2015 |
20150070933 | ILLUMINATING DEVICES WITH COLOR STABLE THERMOPLASTIC LIGHT TRANSMITTING ARTICLES - Illuminating devices are disclosed having plastic light-transmitting article(s) formed from a thermoplastic composition including a polycarbonate having repeating structural carbonate units according to the formula: | 03-12-2015 |
20150056450 | FLAME-RETARDANT HALOGEN-FREE POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) COMPOSITIONS - Disclosed are polymer compositions, comprising:
| 02-26-2015 |
20150038667 | POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) COPOLYMER AND METHOD OF MAKING - A poly(phenylene ether) copolymer comprising about 5 to 40 mole percent repeat units derived from 2-phenylphenol and 60 to about 95 mole percent repeat units derived from 2,6-dimethylphenol, wherein the poly(phenylene ether) copolymer has a weight average molecular weight of at least 8,000 atomic mass units, is disclosed. Also disclosed is a method of preparing the poly(phenylene ether) copolymer, the method comprising oxidatively copolymerizing a monomer mixture comprising about 5 to 40 mole percent 2-phenylphenol and about 60 to about 95 mole percent 2,6-dimethylphenol in the presence of a solvent, molecular oxygen, and a polymerization catalyst comprising a metal ion and at least one amine ligand to form a solution of the poly(phenylene ether) copolymer in the solvent, wherein a ratio of total moles of 2-phenylphenol and 2,6-dimethylphenol to moles of metal ion is about 10:1 to about 1200:1. | 02-05-2015 |
20140357765 | COLOR STABLE THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITION - A plastic article formed from a thermoplastic composition including a polycarbonate having repeating structural carbonate units according to the formula: | 12-04-2014 |
20140350207 | POLY(ARYL ETHER SULFONE) COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MAKING - A poly(aryl ether sulfone) comprises units of formula (I): | 11-27-2014 |
20140339586 | BRANCHED POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS HAVING CONVERSION MATERIAL CHEMISTRY AND ARTICLES THEREOF - Disclosed herein is a light emitting device, comprising: a lighting element located in a housing, wherein the housing is formed from a plastic composition comprising: a conversion material, and a polycarbonate composition comprising: a flame retardant comprising a sulfonate salt and three polycarbonates. The first polycarbonate has a branching level of greater than or equal to 2%, a weight average molecular weight of 20,000 g/mole to 55,000 g/mole and a peak melt viscosity of greater than or equal to 25,000 poise. The second polycarbonate has a glass transition temperature greater than or equal to 170° C. The third polycarbonate has a branching level of 0 to less than 2% and a molecular weight of 17,000 to 40,000 g/mol. | 11-20-2014 |
20140296411 | HIGH MODULUS LASER DIRECT STRUCTURING COMPOSITES - The present disclosure relates to polymer compositions. The disclosed compositions comprise a thermoplastic polymer, a laser direct structuring additive, and a reinforcing filler. Also disclosed are methods for making the disclosed polymer composition and articles of manufacture comprising the disclosed polymer composition. | 10-02-2014 |
20140295363 | PLASTIC FLAME HOUSING AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - A flame element can comprise: a flame housing, fuel, and a medium for a flame. The flame housing is formed from a composition comprising: (a) a first polycarbonate having a LOI of greater than or equal to 25% and a glass transition temperature of greater than 170° C. as measured using a differential scanning calorimetry method, wherein the first polycarbonate is derived from a monomer having the structure wherein each of A | 10-02-2014 |
20140275449 | INTERFACIAL PROCESSES FOR PREPARING PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVES - Different interfacial processes for producing photoactive additives are disclosed. Generally, the photoactive additives are cross-linkable polycarbonate resins formed from a dihydroxybenzophenone, a first linker moiety, a diol chain extender, and an end-capping agent. The resulting additives can be crosslinked with other polymers upon exposure to UV radiation. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275443 | SHUT OFF NOZZLE SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In one embodiment, a tool, comprising: a tool stationary portion comprising a nozzle and a film gate; and a tool movable portion comprising a shut off pin opposite the nozzle and the film gate; wherein the shut off pin prevents polymer melt in the nozzle from leaking into a cavity of the tool after injection of polymer into the tool. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275424 | POLYMER COMPOSITIONS, METHOD OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - A impact resistant polycarbonate composition comprises an elastomer-modified graft copolymer prepared by an emulsion process in which a composition comprising the elastomer-modified graft copolymer is subjected to treatment with acid to adjust the pH to about 3.0 to about 6.8, following by coagulation of the elastomer-modified graft copolymer and admixture with an aromatic polycarbonate. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275421 | POLYMER COMPOSITIONS, METHOD OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - A polycarbonate composition comprises an elastomer-modified graft copolymer prepared by an emulsion polymerization process in which an elastomer phase is polymerized or copolymerized in the presence of an electrolyte to obtain latex particles that is then grafted with a monomer mixture comprising a monovinylaromatic monomer. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275382 | Stablized Polycarbonate Blend With Post Consumer Recycled Plastics - In various aspects, the invention relates to blended thermoplastic polymer compositions (e.g., polycarbonate or polycarbonate-polysiloxane copolymer compositions) comprising recycled acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) polymer or recycled polystyrene polymer which contain at least one impurity and an acid melt flow stabilizer. The presence of the acid melt flow stabilizer improves the thermal stability of the polymer blend. In various further aspects, blended compositions further comprise a flame retardant. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275375 | POLYMER COMPOSITIONS, METHOD OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - An impact resistant polycarbonate composition having improved resistance to polymer degradation comprises an aromatic polycarbonate in admixture with an elastomer-modified graft copolymer that is the product of an emulsion polymerization process, wherein composition is a product of compounding the aromatic polycarbonate and the elastomer-modified graft copolymer in the presence of a buffer comprising a potassium salt of phosphoric acid. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275372 | Thermoplastic Compositions, Method of Manufacture, and Articles Therefrom - This disclosure relates to thermoplastic compositions, in particular polycarbonate thermoplastic compositions containing a surface-treated talc, methods for the manufacture of such compositions, and articles formed from the compositions. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275365 | OPTIMIZED EMULSION DRYING PROCESS FOR MAKING MICRONIZED POLYETHERIMIDE POLYMERS - A process for making ultra-fine particles of a high performance polymer in a yield greater than 90%, which includes dissolving the high performance polymer in an organic solvent capable of dissolving the polymer to form a solution; emulsifying the solution by combining the solution with water and a surfactant to form an emulsion; transferring the emulsion into a receiving water containing a surfactant to remove the organic solvent and form a slurry; and recovering particles of less than 75 microns in diameter in a yield greater than 90%. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275324 | MULTI-FUNCTIONAL PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVES WITH IMPROVED CHEMICAL AND FLAME RESISTANCE - Photoactive additives are disclosed. The additive is formed from the reaction of a dihydroxybenzophenone, one or more linker moieties having functional groups that react with the phenolic groups, a diol chain extender, and an end-capping agent. If desired, a secondary linker moiety can be used. When added to a base polymeric resin, the photoactive additive permits crosslinking when exposed to ultraviolet light. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275321 | PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVES WITH PHOTOACTIVE MONOMERS AND ENDCAPS - Photoactive additives, such as cross-linkable polycarbonate resins, are disclosed. The additive is formed from the reaction of a monohydroxybenzophenone, a dihydroxybenzophenone, a diol chain extender, and one or more linker moieties having functional groups that react with the phenolic groups on the other ingredients. If desired, a secondary linker moiety and/or an end-capping agent can be used. When added to a base polymeric resin, the photoactive additive permits crosslinking when exposed to ultraviolet light. | 09-18-2014 |
20140275314 | PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVES CONTAINING SILOXANE - Photoactive additives are disclosed. Such additives are polymers or oligomers that contain UV-active groups (such as ketone groups) and contain polysiloxane blocks as well. When added to a base polymeric resin and used in molding, this structure promotes migration of the additive to the surface. Crosslinking occurs upon exposure to ultraviolet light. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272691 | PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVE WITH FUNCTIONALIZED BENZOPHENONE - Photoactive additives are disclosed. The additive includes a benzophenone having at least one substituent that comprises a divalent linker and a linking group, wherein the linking group is a carboxyl group, ester group, or acid halide group. The additive can be a polymer, an oligomer, or a compound. When added to a base polymeric resin, the photoactive additive permits crosslinking upon exposure to ultraviolet light. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272430 | PROCESS OF MAKING DISPERSED POLYETHERIMIDE MICRONIZED PARTICLES AND PROCESS OF COATING AND FURTHER FORMING OF THESE PARTICLES PRODUCTS MADE THEREFROM - Processes involving wetting fibers with an aqueous dispersion of micronized thermoplastic powders; processes for producing an aqueous dispersion of micronized thermoplastic powders; processes of chemically surface cross-linking micronized particles; and articles of produced therefrom. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272347 | UV-CURABLE FILM COMPOSITIONS WITH IMPROVED SCRATCH RESISTANCE - Thin walled products having good scratch resistance are disclosed, as are processes for making such products (e.g. films, sheets, and thin walled articles). The product includes a thin layer formed from (A) a cross-linkable polycarbonate resin having endcaps derived from a monohydroxybenzophenone; and (B) if desired, a base polymeric resin. When exposed to ultraviolet light, crosslinking will occur in the layer with the cross-linkable polycarbonate resin, enhancing the scratch resistance properties of the thin layer and the overall product. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272282 | THERMO-RESPONSIVE ASSEMBLY AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In an embodiment, an assembly comprises: a glazing layer; a light absorbing layer; and a thermo-responsive layer between the glazing layer and the light absorbing layer, wherein the thermo-responsive layer comprises a matrix polymer having a glass transition temperature and an inorganic filler having a particle size, wherein refractive indices of the matrix polymer and the inorganic filler differ by less than or equal to 0.05 at 25° C. In an embodiment, a method of making the assembly comprises: forming the glazing layer; forming the light absorbing layer; and forming the thermo-responsive layer between the glazing layer and the light absorbing layer, wherein the thermo-responsive layer comprises a matrix polymer having a glass transition temperature and an inorganic filler having a particle size, wherein refractive indices of the matrix polymer and the inorganic filler differ by less than or equal to 0.05 at 25° C. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272119 | FUNCTIONALLY GRADED POLYMER ARTICLES AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - Disclosed herein are methods for manufacturing a functionally graded polymer material. The methods comprise preparing a melted polymer mixture comprising a thermoplastic polymer and a magnetic filler dispersed in the thermoplastic polymer, molding the melted polymer mixture and applying a magnetic field to a portion of the melted polymer mixture to form a functionally graded polymer material. The resulting functionally graded polymer material has a magnetic filler gradient formed through a thickness of the material. | 09-18-2014 |
20140270937 | ROAD BARRIER ENERGY ABSORBER MECHANISM - A road barrier energy absorber system, comprising: an energy absorber unit comprising outer walls with a stiffening element located between the outer walls; wherein the energy absorber unit has a size and shape to be located on at least one side of a road barrier; and wherein upon an impact, the energy absorber unit will absorb, e.g., up to 300 kJ of energy. | 09-18-2014 |
20140265053 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING CHEMICAL AND FLAME RESISTANCE WITH MULTI-FUNCTIONAL PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVES - Polymeric blends having improved flame retardance properties and good ductility at low temperatures are disclosed. The blend is formed from (A) a photoactive additive that is a cross-linkable polycarbonate resin containing a photoactive group derived from a dihydroxybenzophenone; and (B) a polymer resin which is different from the photoactive additive. The additive can be a compound, oligomer, or polymer. When exposed to ultraviolet light, crosslinking will occur between the photoactive additive and the polymer resin, enhancing the chemical resistance and flame retardance while maintaining ductility. | 09-18-2014 |
20140261388 | THERMO-RESPONSIVE ASSEMBLY AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In an embodiment, an assembly, comprising: a glazing layer; a light absorbing layer; and a thermo-responsive layer between the glazing layer and the light absorbing layer. The thermo-responsive layer comprises a matrix polymer having a glass transition temperature and an inorganic filler, wherein the matrix polymer comprises 0.5 to 10 weight percent of repeat units derived from acrylonitrile, based upon a total weight of the matrix polymer. The refractive indices of the matrix polymer and the inorganic filler differ by less than or equal to 0.05 at 25° C. | 09-18-2014 |
20140249290 | METHODS FOR ENHANCING FLAME RETARDANCE OF MOLDED POLYMERIC MATERIALS - Disclosed are methods for manufacturing molded polymeric articles exhibiting enhanced flame retardant properties. Also disclosed are molded thermoplastic articles manufactured by the disclosed processes and methods. | 09-04-2014 |
20140248451 | REINFORCED POLYPHTHALAMIDE/POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) COMPOSITION - Disclosed herein is a reinforced composition comprising: 55 to 80 wt % of a compatibilized blend of a polyphthalamide and a poly(phenylene ether) wherein said compatibilized blend is formed from a mixture of polyphthalamide and poly(phenylene ether) in a ratio of between 1.5:1 and 7.0:1, and a functionalizing agent in an amount sufficient to effect compatibilization; and 20 to 45 wt % of a nylon glass fiber, wherein the composition contains less than 0.1 wt % of phosphinates and less than 0.1 wt % of impact modifiers and weight percent is based on the total weight of the composition. | 09-04-2014 |
20140247554 | INVERTER HOUSING SYSTEM - A housing system can comprise a plastic cover ( | 09-04-2014 |
20140240989 | METHOD OF MAKING A HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY, HEAT SINK ASSEMBLIES MADE THEREFROM, AND ILLUMANTS USING THE HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY - In an embodiment, a method of making a heat sink assembly ( | 08-28-2014 |
20140238468 | PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE ASSEMBLY - A photovoltaic module assembly, comprising: a first layer; a back layer, wherein the back layer comprises a second layer, a third layer, and a support layer located between the second layer and the third layer; and a photovoltaic layer comprising photovoltaic cells, wherein the photovoltaic layer is located between the first layer and the back layer; wherein the support layer comprises a stiffening element. | 08-28-2014 |
20140234629 | HIGH HEAT POLYCARBONATE AND SILOXANE COPOLYCARBONATE BLENDS THAT PROVIDE DUCTILE HIGH HEAT OPTIONS FOR FLAME RETARDANT APPLICATIONS - Polycarbonate blend compositions are provided. In particular, polycarbonate blend compositions having a combination of a high heat polycarbonate, a polycarbonate polysiloxane copolymer, an anti-drip agent comprising a perfluorinated polyolefin, and a flame retardant additive. | 08-21-2014 |
20140230700 | GEOMETRIC AND MATERIAL HYBRID SYSTEMS FOR TRAY TABLE ARM - In an embodiment, a support arm comprises: a thermoplastic material and a filler. A cross-section of the support arm taken along a line from an inner edge to an outer edge of the support arm comprises a modified I-shaped, a I/U-shaped, or a U-shaped cross-section. | 08-21-2014 |
20140221552 | TRIBLOCK COPOLYMER, METHOD FOR ITS FORMATION, AND COMPATIBILIZED COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING IT - A poly(phenylene ether)-poly(hydroxy ether)-poly(phenylene ether) (PPE-PHE-PPE) triblock copolymer is formed by reaction of a monohydroxy-terminated poly(phenylene ether) with a diepoxy-terminated poly(hydroxy ether) in the presence of a base. The PPE-PHE-PPE triblock copolymer is useful as a compatibilizer in blends of polar polymers and non-polar polymers. The PPE-PHE-PPE triblock copolymer is also useful as a compatibilizer for non-polar polymers and polar fillers. | 08-07-2014 |
20140213739 | SOLVENTLESS PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF AMINE FUNCTIONAL POLYETHERIMIDE RESINS WITH IMPROVED MELT FLOW - The disclosure relates to a process that includes blending a polyimide resin and a primary alky amine organic compound to produce an aryl amine functionalized polyimide, having aryl amine functionality in excess of any anhydride functionality. The polyimide resin can have a weight average molecular weight (Mw) from 5,000 to 100,000 daltons. The organic compound can include at least one primary aliphatic amine without a direct linkage of a nitrogen to an aryl group and without a functionality selected from a halogen functionality, a hydroxyl functionality, a sulfonic acid functionality, a sulfonic acid salt functionality, and combinations thereof. The disclosure also relates to alkyl imide functionalized polyimides also with aryl amine functionalized polyimides, having aryl amine functionality in excess of any anhydride functionality and articles produced therefrom. | 07-31-2014 |
20140212792 | HOLOGRAPHIC STORAGE MEDIUM AND METHOD OF MAKING HOLOGRAPHIC STORAGE MEDIUM - Articles for recording a holographic image are described. The articles include a holographic recording medium having a plurality of surfaces, having a transparent polymeric binder and a photochemically active dye, the holographic recording medium having a holographic image recorded therein formed by exposed areas of the photochemically active dye and unexposed areas of the photochemically active dye; and a first light-blocking layer or material over a first surface of the holographic recording medium from which surface the holographic image is viewed, the light blocking layer or material absorbing light in the wavelength range to which the photochemically active dye is sensitive and allowing transmission of light in a different wavelength range for viewing the holographic image. | 07-31-2014 |
20140206833 | CONTINUOUS PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF MELT POLYCARBONATE - A method for producing polycarbonate by melt polymerization can comprise: (a) adding acetone, diaryl carbonate, and dihydroxy compound to the melt polymerization unit, wherein the acetone is added to the melt polymerization unit as a mixture with the diaryl carbonate and/or the dihydroxy compound; (b) adding a catalyst to the melt polymerization unit, optionally without separating out acetone prior to the addition of the catalyst; and (c) operating the melt polymerization unit under conditions so that the diaryl carbonate(s) and dihydroxy compound(s); dihydroxy compound reacts with the diaryl carbonate to produce polycarbonate with a desired specification, and a phenol by-product. | 07-24-2014 |
20140206800 | Thermoplastic Compositions Containing Nanoscale-Sized Particle Additives For Laser Direct Structuring And Methods For The Manufacture And Use Thereof - This invention relates generally to a thermoplastic compositions and, more particularly, to compositions comprising a polymer matrix and comprising a filler composition. To that end, according to the aspects of the invention, a thermoplastic composition is disclosed that generally comprises a polymer matrix and at least one filler composition. The polymer matrix generally comprises at least one polycarbonate or polyamide. The filler composition generally comprises at least one laser direct structuring additive with a mean particle size of less than 1 μm and may additionally optionally comprise flame retardants, stabilizers and process aids. | 07-24-2014 |
20140206079 | MICROWELL PLATE - A microwell plate comprises a skirt and frame portion having a top surface and a bottom surface, and having a plurality of holes; and a well and deck portion comprising a plurality of wells integrated with a planar deck; wherein the well and deck portion is overmolded or adhered onto the skirt and frame portion such that the plurality of wells extends through the plurality of holes in the top surface of the skirt and frame portion; and wherein the well and deck portion is formed from a thermoplastic composition including a poly(aliphatic ester)-polycarbonate comprising soft block ester units, derived from monomers comprising an alpha, omega C | 07-24-2014 |
20140206041 | POLYCARBONATE MICROFLUIDIC ARTICLES - Microfluidic devices, and methods for their use are described. The microfluidic devices include articles formed from a thermoplastic composition comprising a poly(aliphatic ester)-polycarbonate comprising soft block ester units, derived from monomers comprising an alpha, omega C | 07-24-2014 |
20140205518 | MICROWELL PLATE - A microwell plate is described, including a frame | 07-24-2014 |
20140203592 | REINFORCED BODY IN WHITE AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A structural body of a vehicle can comprises: a hollow metal component comprising walls that define a channel, wherein the metal component has a metal component length, and wherein the metal component is selected from the group consisting of beam, rail, pillar, chassis, floor rocker, and cross-bar, combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing; and a plastic-metal hybrid reinforcement having a cavities therethrough, and a metal support having greater than or equal to 3 walls forming a support channel. The plastic element is located in the support channel wherein the reinforcement is located in the component channel. | 07-24-2014 |
20140203577 | POLYMER, ENERGY ABSORBER RAIL EXTENSION, METHODS OF MAKING AND VEHICLES USING THE SAME - In one embodiment, a rail extension comprises: an energy absorber comprising a polymer body, and vehicle attachment tabs extending from one end of the energy absorber and configured to attach to a vehicle rail, and an attachment tab extending from another end of the energy absorber and configured to attach to a bumper beam. The energy absorber can comprise cells formed by cell walls extending a length of the energy absorber and forming cavities therethrough; and open channels formed on each side of the energy absorber, wherein the channels are defined by walls of adjacent cells. A vehicle can comprise: a bumper beam; a vehicle rail; and the rail extensions. | 07-24-2014 |
20140200308 | POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS HAVING IMPROVED THERMAL DIMENSIONAL STABILITY AND HIGH REFRACTIVE INDEX - Disclosed herein are methods and compositions of polycarbonate compositions having, among other characteristics, improved thermal dimensional stability, hydrolytic stability and high refractive index. The resulting polycarbonate copolymer composition, comprising a polycarbonate and a polysulfone, can be used in the manufacture of articles for optical applications. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 07-17-2014 |
20140200302 | POLYCARBONATE BLEND COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING RECYCLE FOR IMPROVEMENT IN SURFACE AESTHETICS - Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for the manufacture of polycarbonate blend compositions containing recycle for improvement in surface aesthetics. The resulting compositions, can be used in the manufacture of articles while still retaining the advantageous physical properties of polycarbonate blend reference compositions that do not contain recycle material. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 07-17-2014 |
20140197978 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR ENERGY DISSIPATION - A composition for energy dissipation in at least a portion of the frequency range from about 1 GHz to about 20 GHz, the composition can comprise a dielectric and graphene mixed with at least a portion of the dielectric, wherein the percentage volume of the graphene relative to the total volume of the composition is configured such that dissipation of incident electromagnetic radiation is substantially optimized in at least a portion of the frequency range from about 1 GHz to about 20 GHz. | 07-17-2014 |
20140197977 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR DESTRUCTIVE INTERFERENCE - A composition for destructive interference in at least a portion of the frequency range from about 1 GHz to about 20 GHz can comprise a dielectric and a conductive filler mixed with at least a portion of the dielectric, wherein the percentage volume of the conductive filler relative to the total volume of the composition is configured such that the wavelength of sensitivity for the composition is on the order of a wavelength of an incident electromagnetic radiation in at least a portion of the frequency range from about 1 GHz to about 20 GHz. | 07-17-2014 |
20140197367 | Broadening of Percolation Slope in Conductive Carbon Black Compositions with at least One Non-Conductive Polymer - The present disclosure relates to thermoplastic electrostatic dissipative (ESD) composites. The disclosed compositions comprise a thermoplastic resin phase and a filler composition comprising a conductive carbon black and a non-conductive polymer, dispersed within the thermoplastic resin phase. Also disclosed are methods for the manufacture of the disclosed composites and articles of manufacture comprising same. | 07-17-2014 |
20140197352 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR ENERGY DISSIPATION - A method for forming a composition exhibiting energy dissipation in at least a portion of the frequency range from about 1 GHz to about 20 GHz can comprise treating a magnetic lossy material to increase the brittleness of the material, processing at least a portion of the magnetic lossy material into a powder, and mixing at least a portion of the powder with a dielectric resin, wherein the percentage volume of the powder relative to the total volume of the composition is configured such that dissipation of incident electromagnetic radiation is substantially optimized in at least a portion of the frequency range from about 1 GHz to about 20 GHz. | 07-17-2014 |
20140194580 | BLENDS OF POLYSULFONES AND POLYPHENYLENE SULFIDE RESINS - Compositions including a blend of a) a polysulfone (PSU); b) a polyphenylene sulfide (PPS); and, c) a polyetherimide and epoxy. The polyetherimide and epoxy can be present in an amount effective to act as a compatibilizer for the polysulfone (PSU) and polyphenylene sulfide (PPS). | 07-10-2014 |
20140194561 | THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS FOR LASER DIRECT STRUCTURING AND METHODS FOR THE MANUFACTURE AND USE THEREOF - The present disclosure relates to thermoplastic compositions. The disclosed compositions comprise a polycarbonate polymer, a polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer, a laser direct structuring additive, and a siloxane additive. Also disclosed are methods for making the disclosed thermoplastic compositions and articles of manufacture comprising the disclosed thermoplastic compositions. | 07-10-2014 |
20140194556 | BLENDS OF POLYPHENYLENE SULFONES AND POLYPHENYLENE SULFIDE RESINS - Blends of a polyphenylene sulfone (PPSU); a polyphenylene sulfide (PPS); and, a polyetherimide and epoxy. The polyetherimide and epoxy are present in an amount effective to act as a compatibilizer for the polyphenylene sulfone (PPSU) and polyphenylene sulfide (PPS). Methods of compatibilizing a blend of polyphenylene sulfone (PPSU) and polyphenylene sulfide (PPS). The method can include melt mixing a polyphenylene sulfone (PPSU) and a polyetherimide; and melt mixing a polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) and an epoxy. | 07-10-2014 |
20140192538 | POLYMER LIGHT ARMATURE - An armature for an illuminant can comprise: walls formed by an armature composition. The armature composition can comprise an armature polymer, 10 wt % to 20 wt % coated titanium dioxide, and greater than zero to 0.001 wt % carbon black, wherein the weight percentages are based upon a total weight of the armature composition. The armature polymer can comprise polycarbonate. At a thickness of greater than or equal to 3 mm, the armature has a reflection at 700 nm of greater than or equal to 93%. A light fixture can comprise a light source in the armature. | 07-10-2014 |
20140179891 | INTERFACIAL PROCESSES FOR PREPARING PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVES - Different interfacial processes for producing photoactive additives are disclosed. Generally, the photoactive additives are formed from a photoactive moiety, a first linker moiety, and a diol chain extender. The resulting additives can be crosslinked with other polymers upon exposure to UV radiation. | 06-26-2014 |
20140179855 | THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOF - A laser weldable composition made from a process of melt blending a combination of a partially crystalline thermoplastic polyester component such as poly(butylene terephthalate), an amorphous thermoplastic polycarbonate having a Fries rearrangement of greater than 150 to 10,000 ppm, and a filler such as glass fiber. The laser weldable composition has a polycarbonate aryl hydroxy end-group content of at least 300 ppm and provides improved near infrared transmission at 960 nanometers. A method welding components made from the weldable composition and welded articles made therefrom are also disclosed. | 06-26-2014 |
20140179844 | CROSS-LINKED POLYCARBONATE RESIN WITH IMPROVED CHEMICAL AND FLAME RESISTANCE - Disclosed herein are compositions including a cross-linked polycarbonate. The cross-linked polycarbonate may be derived from a polycarbonate having about 0.5 mol % to about 5 mol % endcap groups derived from a monohydroxybenzophenone. A plaque including the composition can achieve a UL94 5VA rating. Also disclosed herein are articles including the compositions, methods of using the compositions, and processes for preparing the compositions. | 06-26-2014 |
20140179843 | POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS, ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF - A composition comprises a first polycarbonate having a limited oxygen index of greater than 26% measured according to ISO 4589 on a 4 mm thick plaque, wherein an article molded from the first polycarbonate has a smoke density after 4 minutes (DS-4) of greater than 600 determined according to ISO 5659-2 on a 3 mm thick plaque at 50 kW/m | 06-26-2014 |
20140179821 | BLENDS CONTAINING PHOTOACTIVE ADDITIVE - Polymeric blends having improved flame retardance properties and good ductility at low temperatures are disclosed. The blend is formed from (A) a photoactive additive containing a photoactive group derived from a monofunctional benzophenone; and (B) a polymer resin which is different from the photoactive additive. The additive can be a compound, oligomer, or polymer. When exposed to ultraviolet light, crosslinking will occur between the photoactive additive and the polymer resin, enhancing the chemical resistance and flame retardance while maintaining ductility. | 06-26-2014 |
20140179817 | CROSS-LINKED POLYCARBONATE RESIN WITH IMPROVED CHEMICAL AND FLAME RESISTANCE - Disclosed herein are compositions including a cross-linked polycarbonate. The cross-linked polycarbonate may be derived from a polycarbonate having about 0.5 mol % to about 5 mol % endcap groups derived from a monohydroxybenzophenone. A plaque including the composition can achieve a UL94 5VA rating. Also disclosed herein are articles including the compositions, methods of using the compositions, and processes for preparing the compositions. | 06-26-2014 |
20140178665 | CROSS-LINKED POLYCARBONATE RESIN WITH IMPROVED CHEMICAL AND FLAME RESISTANCE - Processes for increasing the chemical resistance of a surface of a formed article are disclosed. The formed article is produced from a polymeric composition comprising a photoactive additive containing photoactive groups derived from a monofunctional benzophenone. The surface of the formed article is then exposed to ultraviolet light to cause crosslinking of the photoactive additive and produce a crosslinked surface. The crosslinking enhances the chemical resistance of the surface. Various means for controlling the depth of the crosslinking are also discussed. | 06-26-2014 |
20140175816 | REINFORCED PLASTIC ENERGY ABSORBER SYSTEM AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - In one embodiment, an energy absorber, comprises: a plurality of crush lobes including a base and sides extending from the base to an outer wall; and a composite insert in the energy absorber. The insert comprises a second plastic material and reinforcement. The second plastic material is different than the crush lobe material. The insert is located at an area of the crush lobes, and wherein the area is the side and/or the outer wall. In another embodiment, an energy absorber comprises: a plastic frame; thermoplastic crush lobes extending from the frame, wherein the crush lobes comprise an outer wall, an extending wall, and a base; and a plastic insert located at an area having a volume of the crush lobes, wherein the insert occupies less than or equal to 90% of the area volume. The insert comprises reinforcement and a plastic material different than the thermoplastic crush lobes. | 06-26-2014 |
20140171613 | PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF POLYETHERIMIDES - A process for preparing polyetherimides at higher production rates and a liquid reaction mixture are disclosed. | 06-19-2014 |
20140170397 | MOLDED ARTICLE HAVING ENHANCED AESTHETIC EFFECT AND METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MAKING THE MOLDED ARTICLE - According to an embodiment, a molded article, comprises: an insert comprising metal, glass, and combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing; a composition injection molded in a first shot on at least a portion of the insert forming a part; and a thermoplastic material injection molded on at least a portion of the part in a second shot of a double shot process, wherein the thermoplastic material of the second shot adheres to at least a portion of the composition of the first shot; and the molded article is configured to be attached to an electronic device. The composition comprises: a) an aromatic polycarbonate (PC) and poly(1,4-cyclohexane dimethylene 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxcylate) (PCCD), the weight ratio of PC to PCCD being in the range of 30 to 90 PC to 70 to 10 PCCD, b) glass fiber greater than or equal to 0.75 mm in length and the quantity of glass fiber from 1 to 50 wt. % of the composition, and c) the refractive index of the polycarbonate and PCCD closely matching the refractive index of the glass fiber and being in the range of from 1.540 to 1.570. | 06-19-2014 |
20140167329 | HIGH TEMPERATURE MELT INTEGRITY BATTERY SEPARATORS VIA SPINNING - A method for preparing a high temperature melt integrity separator, the method comprising spinning a polymer by one or more of a mechanical spinning process and an electro-spinning process to produce fine fibers. | 06-19-2014 |
20140155254 | Robust Promoter Catalyst System - A modified ion exchange resin catalyst having an attached dimethyl thiazolidine promoter is disclosed. Also disclosed is a process for catalyzing condensation reactions between phenols and ketones, wherein reactants are contacted with a modified ion exchange resin catalyst having an attached dimethyl thiazolidine promoter. Also disclosed is a process for catalyzing condensation reactions between phenols and ketones that does not utilize a bulk promoter. | 06-05-2014 |
20140153086 | POLYIMIDE OPTICAL ARTICLES HAVING SELECTIVE TRANSMITTANCE PROPERTIES - An article comprises a lens having a width of 0.1 millimeters to 100 millimeters, a length of 0.5 millimeters to 500 millimeters, and a thickness of 0.2 millimeters to 5 millimeters; which transmits more than 60% of light having a wavelength of 760 nanometers to 2500 nanometers. The lens comprises a polymer and a colorant component. The lens is transparent and dimensionally stable at a wall thickness of 0.2 millimeters to 5.0 millimeters and remains transparent and dimensionally stable after being (a) exposed to a precondition of 60° C./60% relative humidity for 120 hours and (b) then subjected to a lead free solder test having a peak temperature of 260° C. for up to 30 seconds. | 06-05-2014 |
20140134417 | POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) COMPOSITION AND ARTICLE - A composition includes specific amounts of a poly(phenylene ether), a rubber-modified polystyrene, an organophosphate ester, and polymerized acrylonitrile residue. When combusted in air, the composition yields a specific amount of ash. The composition can be prepared using a post-consumer recycled rubber-modified polystyrene that contains as impurities acrylonitrile copolymer and a metal oxide pigment that survives combustion of the composition. The composition is useful for molding large, flat parts, such as back panels for flat screen televisions. | 05-15-2014 |
20140128543 | METHODS OF MAKING POLYURETHANE COATED ARTICLES, AND ARTICLES MADE THEREFROM - A method of making a polyurethane coating can comprise: mixing an unblocked isocyanate component with a polyol component in the presence of a hydroxyl-free solvent and a catalyst to form a reaction mixture; depositing the reaction mixture onto a polymer substrate; and curing the reaction mixture on the substrate to form a polyurethane coated substrate. The polyurethane coated substrate can have a percent thinning of greater than or equal to 10%, e.g., without cracking or delamination when measured on a rectangular block having 90° angles. | 05-08-2014 |
20140128526 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS - A method for manufacturing a polycarbonate composition having improved transparency can comprise reacting an aromatic dihydroxy compound and a diaryl carbonate under melt polymerization conditions to provide a polycarbonate; and contacting the polycarbonate with a polydiorgano siloxane having a kinematic viscosity of less than 20 mm | 05-08-2014 |
20140128522 | REINFORCED POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER)-POLYSILOXANE BLOCK COPOLYMER COMPOSITION, AND ARTICLE COMPRISING SAME - A reinforced poly(phenylene ether)-polysiloxane block copolymer composition includes specific amounts of a poly(phenylene ether)-polysiloxane block copolymer reaction product, a flame retardant, and a reinforcing filler. The composition exhibits a desirable balance of flame retardancy, heat resistance, and stiffness relative to a corresponding poly(phenylene ether) composition, and it is useful to fabricate articles including fuser holders for electrophotographic copiers. | 05-08-2014 |
20140124709 | CLEAN POLYCARBONATE MATERIAL FOR USE IN HARD DISK DRIVE AND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS - Compositions based on polycarbonate copolymers to provide ultra-clean materials and articles useful in the hard disk drive and semiconductor industries. In one aspect, the compositions include a polycarbonate copolymer based on a sebacic acid, BPA, PCP polyestercarbonate. The compositions may be used with or without other polymers, fillers or additives. The compositions based on this polycarbonate copolymer exhibit ultra clean performance, low organic contamination, low LPC, and low ionic contaminations. Meanwhile, the compositions also exhibit good flow ability, good ductility and good surface quality. | 05-08-2014 |
20140121417 | RECOVERY OF MATERIALS FROM A MOTHER LIQUOR RESIDUE - A process for recovery of materials from a mother liquor residue comprising cracking a mother liquor residue with an aromatic sulfonic acid catalyst to form a cracked product mixture and separating phenol from the cracked product mixture wherein the mother liquor residue results from distillation of a mother liquor resulting from bisphenol A synthesis and isolation. | 05-01-2014 |
20140117393 | LIGHT EMITTING DIODE DEVICES, METHOD OF MANUFACTURE, USES THEREOF - A light emitting diode lighting device contains a light emitting diode and a lighting device component, wherein the device component comprises a polycarbonate composition comprising a bisphenol A polycarbonate; and 2,2′-(1,4-phenylene)bis(4H-3,1-benzoxazin-4-one) in an amount effective to provide a composition wherein a molded sample of the composition has a UL94 rating of V-2 or better at a thickness of 0.9 mm; an absorbance of less than 2 a.u. in the region of 370 to 380 nanometers; and an increase in yellowness index (ΔYI) of 12 or less at 2.5 mm thickness after heat aging at 130° C. for 5,000 hours. | 05-01-2014 |
20140113803 | ROBUST PROMOTER CATALYST SYSTEM - A modified ion exchange resin catalyst having an attached dimethyl thiazolidine promoter is disclosed. Also disclosed is a process for catalyzing condensation reactions between phenols and ketones, wherein reactants are contacted with a modified ion exchange resin catalyst having an attached dimethyl thiazolidine promoter. Also disclosed is a process for catalyzing condensation reactions between phenols and ketones that does not utilize a bulk promoter. | 04-24-2014 |
20140110964 | VEHICLE SIDE DOOR STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In an embodiment, a side door for a vehicle can comprise: a structure comprising a plastic inner shell comprising a fiber strip, and a plastic outer shell comprising an outer shell support beam positioned across a width of the outer shell. The outer shell support beam can comprise a fiber strip with ≧50 wt. % fibers oriented at an angle of less than or equal to ±45° to a main axis. In an embodiment, a method for making the side door for a vehicle can comprise: flow molding a fiber-reinforced polymer over a fiber strip to form a plastic inner shell; flow molding a fiber-reinforced polymer over a fiber strip deposited to form a plastic outer shell, wherein the outer shell comprises an outer shell support beam positioned across a width of the outer shell; and joining the inner shell and the outer shell together to form a composite structure. | 04-24-2014 |
20140107266 | ANTISTATIC FLAME RETARDANT RESIN COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS AND USES THEREOF - Disclosed herein are compositions comprising polycarbonate-polysiloxane copolymer, polycarbonate, flame retardant additive, and an anti-static agent. Also disclosed are materials and devices made thereof. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 04-17-2014 |
20140094550 | RELEASE POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS - The present application relates to a thermoplastic composition, comprising: a polycarbonate polymer; 0.05 to 0.2 weight percent of a triacylglyceride release agent; and 0.25 to 0.55 weight percent of a tetrastearate second release agent. The total amount of the triacylglyceride release agent and the second release agent is less than or equal to 0.6 weight percent and the weight percent values are based on the total weight of the composition. | 04-03-2014 |
20140093712 | Polycarbonate ABS Composites with Improved Electromagnetic Shielding Effectiveness - Disclosed herein are methods and compositions of blended polycarbonate resins with improved electromagnetic shielding. The resulting compositions, comprising high strength stainless steel, can be used in the manufacture of articles while still retaining the advantageous physical properties of blended polycarbonate compositions. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 04-03-2014 |
20140088229 | POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) COMPOSITION AND ARTICLE - A composition includes specific amounts of a poly(phenylene ether), a radial block copolymer, a polystyrene-poly(ethylene-butylene) polystyrene triblock copolymer, an organophosphate ester, a hydrocarbon resin, and benzoin. The composition exhibits a desirable balance of multiaxial impact strength, light transmittance, and optical clarity, and it can be used to mold a variety of articles including animal cages, ink cartridges, tubes, pipes, and pipe fittings. | 03-27-2014 |
20140081039 | PROCESS FOR THE CONTINUOUS MANUFACTURE OF ARYL ALKYL CARBONATE AND/OR DIARYL CARBONATE USING VAPOR RECOMPRESSION - In an embodiment, a process for preparing an alkyl aryl carbonate and a diaryl carbonate, comprising: reacting a dialkyl carbonate and an aromatic hydroxy compound in a production column | 03-20-2014 |
20140080935 | POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES FOR ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS - Disclosed herein are nanocomposite materials, devices thereof and methods thereof with a dielectric constant and corona resistance while having an increased or substantially maintained energy density, breakdown strength and/or dissipation factor relative to the polymer. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079934 | FLAME-RESISTANT POLYCARBONATE FILM - A polycarbonate film having a thickness of 0.05 mm to 0.25 mm is formed from a thermoplastic composition that includes a first branched polycarbonate that has a peak melt viscosity of at least 7,000 poise when measured using a parallel plate melt rheology test at a heating rate of 10° C./min at a temperature of between 350° C. to 450° C., a second branched polycarbonate, and a perfluoroalkyl sulfonate salt. | 03-20-2014 |
20140076616 | LASER DIRECT STRUCTURING MATERIALS WITH IMPROVED PLATING PERFORMANCE AND ACCEPTABLE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES - The disclosure relates to relates to blended thermoplastic compositions, and in one aspect to blended thermoplastic compositions capable of being used in a laser direct structuring process. The present invention also relates to methods of manufacturing these compositions and articles that include these compositions. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 03-20-2014 |
20140073725 | POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) COMPOSITION, ARTICLE, AND METHOD - A composition includes specific amounts of a poly(phenylene ether)-polysiloxane block copolymer reaction product and an impact modifier. The poly(phenylene ether)-polysiloxane block copolymer reaction product includes a poly(phenylene ether) and a poly(phenylene ether)-polysiloxane block copolymer. The composition exhibits a desirable balance of impact strength, heat resistance, and flame retardancy while minimizing or excluding flame retardant additives such as organophosphate esters and halogenated flame retardants. | 03-13-2014 |
20140071695 | SHEET FOR LED LIGHT COVER APPLICATION - Disclosed herein is a sheet comprising a polymeric material; light diffusing particles disposed in the polymeric material; and a non-random surface texture on a surface of the sheet; wherein the surface texture comprises hemispherical structures, partial hemispherical structures, ellipsoidal structures, immersed spherical beads, ellipsoidal beads, “bell-shape” bump, complex lens shape structures, pyramidal structures, reversed pyramidal structures, or combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing. The sheet has excellent hiding power and transmission at the same time and is suitable for LED light cover applications. The unit structures have an aspect ratio of 0.15 to 0.5 and a pitch of greater than or equal to 100 μm | 03-13-2014 |
20140069687 | FOAMED SEPARATOR SPLINES FOR DATA COMMUNICATION CABLES - A separator spline formed of a foamed, halogen-free polymeric material for separating twisted pairs of conductors is described. The isolator may take the shape of an “X”, a +, a rod, a star configuration, a tube or a flat rectangular shape, with the isolator separating twisted pairs of conductors. In the case of the “X”-shape, the twisted pairs are separated by the arms of the X. The halogen-free polymeric material is preferably selected from a resin selected from the group of polyetherimide (PEI), polyetherimide/polysiloxane copolymer, elastomer-modified-polyphenylene-ether blend, and combinations thereof. The isolator and twisted pairs are preferably part of a communication cable and being covered with a sheath. | 03-13-2014 |
20140063831 | METHODS OF MAKING AND ARTICLES COMPRISING A YELLOWING RESISTANT POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITION - Disclosed herein are methods and compositions of polycarbonate blends having, among other characteristics, improved heat resistance. The resulting polycarbonate blends, comprising a first polycarbonate comprising structural repeating units derived from bisphenol acetophenone and optionally a second polycarbonate polymer comprising structural repeating units derived from bisphenol A, can be used in the manufacture of articles while still retaining the advantageous physical properties of blended polycarbonate compositions with improved heat resistance. The disclosed polycarbonate blends optionally comprise one or more polycarbonate blend additives. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 03-06-2014 |
20140063829 | HEAT DISSIPATING SYSTEM FOR A LIGHT, HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY COMPRISING THE SAME, AND METHOD OF DISSIPATING HEAT - In an embodiment, a heat dissipating system for a light can include: a light source comprising an LED; a reflector adjacent the LED; a housing around the LED module; and a flexible conductive connector attached at one end to a heat sink and at another end to the light source, and configured to conduct heat away from the light source and to the heat sink. The heat sink is located remote from the light source. In an embodiment, a method of dissipating heat away from a LED module can include: conducting heat from the LED module through a flexible conductive connector to a heat sink, wherein a lamp comprises the LED module, a housing, and a reflector, and wherein the heat sink is located external to the LED housing. | 03-06-2014 |
20140061278 | SURGICAL STAPLER WITH CORRUGATED THERMOPLASTIC LEAF SPRING - A surgical stapler can comprise: a housing having side walls an end wall, a front wall, and a upper side that define a channel; a trigger; and a thermoplastic leaf spring having a proximal end and a distal end, the leaf spring comprising a non-corrugated portion and a corrugated portion. The leaf spring is attached to the trigger at the proximal end. The leaf spring extends from the trigger, through the channel toward the upper side. In an embodiment, a method for using a surgical stapler can comprise: creating relative motion between a housing and a trigger of a surgical stapler by placing a load on the surgical stapler; contacting a surface of the trigger with a cartridge comprising staple pins; releasing a staple pin from the cartridge and folding ends of the staple pin; releasing the load; and biasing the housing and trigger apart with the thermoplastic leaf spring. | 03-06-2014 |
20140058014 | EPOXYBENZYL-TERMINATED POLY(ARYLENE ETHER)S, METHOD FOR PREPARATION THEREOF, AND CURABLE COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING SAME - An epoxybenzyl-terminated poly(arylene ether) has the structure R—W—R wherein W is a divalent poly(arylene ether) residue terminated with phenolic oxygen atoms, and R is an epoxybenzyl group, wherein each occurrence of R is the same or different. The epoxybenzyl-terminated poly(arylene ether) is formed by reacting a peroxide-containing reagent with a vinybenzyl-terminated poly(arylene ether). Also disclosed is a curable composition including the epoxybenzyl-terminated poly(arylene ether)s, a curing promoter, and, optionally, an auxiliary epoxy resin. The curable composition is useful for the preparation of composites, and in particular, composites used in manufacturing printed circuit boards. | 02-27-2014 |
20140054464 | REAL-TIME ONLINE DETERMINATION OF CAUSTIC IN PROCESS SCRUBBERS USING NEAR INFRARED SPECTROSCOPY AND CHEMOMETRICS - Disclosed herein are processes, apparatuses, and systems for monitoring and/or controlling caustic concentrations in caustic scrubbers. In various aspects, the processes, apparatuses, and systems comprise a real-time online method for measuring the concentration of caustic in process scrubbers wherein a probe is coupled to a spectrometer; collecting absorption data with wavelength range from about 1000 to about 2000 nm. In a further aspect, this technique tracks the use and recharge of caustic in process scrubbers. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 02-27-2014 |
20140051803 | HIGH PURITY BISPHENOL-A AND POLYCARBONATE MATERIALS PREPARED THEREFROM - A modified ion exchange resin catalyst having an attached dimethyl thiazolidine promoter is disclosed. Also disclosed is a process for catalyzing condensation reactions between phenols and ketones, wherein reactants are contacted with a modified ion exchange resin catalyst having an attached dimethyl thiazolidine promoter. Also disclosed is a process for catalyzing condensation reactions between phenols and ketones that does not utilize a bulk promoter. | 02-20-2014 |
20140051802 | HIGH PURITY BISPHENOL-A AND POLYCARBONATE MATERIALS PREPARED THEREFROM - Methods for performing a condensation reaction are disclosed. Specifically, various methods for the production of highly-pure bisphenol-A are disclosed in which an attached promoter ion exchange resin catalyst system is combined with a solvent crystallization step. | 02-20-2014 |
20140051794 | Thermoplastic Poly(Arylene Ether)/Polyamide Blends and Method of Making - A thermoplastic composition comprises:
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20140050524 | ROAD BARRIER ENERGY ABSORBING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In an embodiment, a road barrier energy absorption unit can comprise: a vehicle crush section configured to absorb impact energy when impacted with greater than or equal to 5 kN force; a post channel configured to receive a road barrier post; and a guardrail attachment. The energy absorption unit can be disposed over the post and a guardrail can attach to the energy absorption unit. In an embodiment, a road barrier energy absorber system comprises: posts; road barrier energy absorption unit; and a guardrail extending between the energy absorber units. Each post is disposed in one of the energy absorber units. The energy absorber units comprise a vehicle crush section configured to absorb impact energy when impacted with greater than or equal to 5 kN force. In an embodiment, a guardrail can comprise: an outer wall and stiffening elements, wherein the guardrail comprises a plastic. | 02-20-2014 |
20140045979 | POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) COMPOSITION AND INJECTION MOLDED ARTICLE THEREOF - A composition having a combination of high heat resistance, high impact strength, and high flame retardance includes specific amounts of poly(phenylene ether), hydrogenated block copolymer, and organophosphate flame retardant. The composition has minimal amounts or excludes certain styrenic polymers, polyolefins, and reinforcing fillers. Also disclosed are injection molded articles formed from the composition. The composition is particularly useful as a molding composition for photovoltaic junction boxes and connectors. | 02-13-2014 |
20140039099 | POLYMER BLEND COMPOSITIONS - Thermoplastic compositions having miscible and compatible immiscible polymer blends are disclosed. The miscible polymer blends have a single glass transition temperature. The compatible polymer blends have two glass transition temperatures. | 02-06-2014 |
20140037957 | FIBERS AND FIBER SPINNERETS - A method including the steps of extruding a melt including an amorphous polymer composition through a spinneret under a pressure of from 400 to 1500 psi to produce a spun fiber; collecting the spun fiber on a feeding roll without drawing the spun fiber; producing a solidified fiber from the spun fiber. The solidified fiber can have a dpf within a range of from greater than 0 to 2.5 dpf, and a shrinkage less than or equal to 2%. The method can also include collecting the solidified fiber onto a spool without subjecting the solidified fiber to a drawing step. A spinneret for producing fibers of at most 2.5 dpf from a composition comprising an amorphous polyetherimide polymer, the spinneret comprising a die having a plurality of round melt channels but no distribution plates. Fibers produced by the method and from the spinneret are also disclosed. | 02-06-2014 |
20140037899 | TEXTURED POLYMERIC FILMS AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME - Disclosed herein is a textured film formed by a method comprising deforming an organic polymer composition at a temperature below a glass transition temperature of an organic polymer in the organic polymer composition; the deforming being conducted by an application of a shear force, an elongational force, a compressive force, or a combination comprising at least one of the foregoing forces; the forces being applied to the organic polymer composition as it is disposed between a first roll that comprises a rubber surface and a second roll that comprises a textured metal surface; the deforming producing a textured film having a ratio of texturing of about 0.5 to about 3; the textured film having a thickness of about 5 to about 75 micrometers and an average roughness of about 0.3 to about 6 micrometers on opposing surfaces of the film. | 02-06-2014 |
20140031457 | PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF POLY(ALKYLENE TEREPHTHALATE) EMPLOYING IN SITU TITANIUM-CONTAINING CATALYST AND COMPOSITIONS DERIVED THEREFROM - Disclosed is a process for the manufacture of a polyalkylene terephthalate such as polybutylene terephthalate. In particular, the process comprises employing a titanium-containing catalyst formed by the reaction product of tctraalkyl titanate and a complexing agent comprising a phosphorous, nitrogen or boron atom. The process is used to prepare polyalkylene terephthalates characterized by improved hydrostability, as well as compositions derived therefrom. | 01-30-2014 |
20140031456 | PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF MODIFIED POLY(ALKYLENE TEREPHTHALATE) EMPLOYING AN IN-SITU TITANIUM-CONTAINING CATALYST AND COMPOSITIONS DERIVED THEREFROM - Disclosed is a process for the manufacture of a modified polyalkylene terephthalate such as modified polybutylene terephthalate. In particular, the process comprises employing a titanium-containing catalyst formed by the reaction product of tetraalkyl titanate and a complexing agent comprising a phosphorous, nitrogen or boron atom. The process is used to prepared modified polyalkylene terephthalates characterized by improved hydrostability, as well as compositions and compositions derived therefrom. | 01-30-2014 |
20140031441 | Process for the Preparation of Modified Poly(Alkylene Terephthalate) Employing an In-Situ Titanium-Containing Catalyst - Disclosed is an improved process for preparing a modified polyalkylene terephthalate by melt polycondensation followed optionally by solid state condensation comprising reacting an alkylene diol and polyethylene terephthalate, wherein polymerization occurs in the presence of a catalyst complex formed by reaction of tetra(alkyl) titanate and a compound selected from phosphorus-containing compounds, nitrogen-containing compounds, boron-containing compounds, and combinations thereof. | 01-30-2014 |
20140030608 | HIGH TEMPERATURE MELT INTEGRITY SEPARATOR - A heat-resistant material based on an amorphous thermoplastic polymer that is resistant to, but highly compatible with electrolyte solutions is disclosed. In an aspect, the heat-resistant material is used to form a separator for a battery cell and/or an electrolytic capacitor cell. | 01-30-2014 |
20140027945 | METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION OF POLYALKYLENE TEREPHTHALATE RESIN COMPOSITIONS EMPLOYING TITANIUM-CONTAINING CATALYST COMPLEX - A process of preparing a polyalkylene terephthalate comprising reacting an alkylene diol and an aromatic dicarboxy compound that is an aromatic dicarboxylic acid, aromatic dicarboxylic (C | 01-30-2014 |
20140024787 | POLYARYL ETHER KETONE - POLYCARBONATE COPOLYMER BLENDS - A polymer composition comprising a mixture of a) a first resin component comprising a polyaryl ether ketone, a polyaryl ketone, a polyether ketone, a polyether ether ketone, or a combination of two or more of the foregoing, and b) a second resin component comprising a specific type of copolycarbonate, wherein the mixture has at least two glass transition temperatures, as measured by ASTM method D5418, wherein the first glass transition temperature is from 120 to 160° C. and the second glass transition temperature is from 170 to 280° C. is disclosed. The compositions have improved properties such as improved load bearing capability at high temperature, better impact strength, and a high crystallization temperature. | 01-23-2014 |
20140024772 | SYNTHETIC RESIN PROCESS AND ARTICLE USEFUL FOR PLATING APPLICATIONS - A method for processing reinforcing filler-filled synthetic resins and applications made therefrom wherein the resulting articles have the ability to be plated to form a structurally aesthetic product substantially free of visual defects. The process utilizes an accelerated heat and cool process to form a resin-rich surface that is substantially free of any reinforcing fillers, such as fiber strands and/or bundles, on the external surface of the article. As such, the resulting article is capable of being plated to form an article that is substantially free of visual defects caused by these fillers on the surface of the article. | 01-23-2014 |
20140016450 | POLYETHERIMIDE RESINS WITH VERY LOW LEVELS OF RESIDUAL CONTAMINATION - Compositions and methods for producing compositions comprising a monoamine-endcapped polyimide component. Based on a gas chromatography mass spectroscopy analysis of a surface rinse of the composition performed at room temperature, the composition can have at least one surface with less than or equal to 5 ppb releasable phosphorous residuals, and less than or equal to 5 ppb releasable volatile organic compound residuals. The composition can also comprise less than or equal to 10 ppb combined releasable residuals. Because of the very low levels of residual contamination, the compositions can be used to produce a variety of articles including a disk drive. | 01-16-2014 |
20140011926 | RUBBER COMPOSITION, METHOD FOR ITS FORMATION, AND AUTOMOTIVE TIRE CONTAINING THE COMPOSITION - A rubber composition with disperse phase particles containing poly(phenylene ether) can be formed by a method that includes melt blending an uncured rubber with a poly(phenylene ether) composition containing a poly(phenylene ether) and an oil to form an uncured rubber composition, then curing the uncured rubber composition. Before being blended with the rubber, the poly(phenylene ether) composition exhibits a glass transition temperature of about 40 to about 140° C., and during blending with the rubber, the oil component of poly(phenylene ether) composition migrates from the poly(phenylene ether) composition to the rubber, leaving a poly(phenylene ether)-containing disperse phase that gives rise to a second hysteresis peak temperature of about 160 to about 220° C. as measured by dynamic mechanical analysis of the cured rubber composition. Also described are the poly(phenylene ether) composition used in the method, a cured rubber composition formed by the method, and a tire containing the cured rubber composition. | 01-09-2014 |
20130344299 | COATED FILM FOR INSERT MOLD DECORATION, METHODS FOR USING THE SAME, AND ARTICLES MADE THEREBY - In an embodiment, a coated thermoplastic film, comprises a polymeric film substrate; and a coating formed from a coating composition comprising a urethane acrylate having a functionality of 2.0 to 6.0 acrylate functional groups; an acrylate monomer having a functional group; and an epoxy acrylate oligomer; and an additive comprising at least one of a silicone based additive, palmitic acid, and combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing. In an embodiment, a method of molding an article comprises decorating and forming the coated thermoplastic film to form a shaped film, and placing the shaped film into a mold, and injecting a resin into the mold cavity space behind the shaped film, wherein the shaped film and the injection molded resin form a single molded part. | 12-26-2013 |
20130344296 | COATED FILM FOR INSERT MOLD DECORATION, METHODS FOR USING THE SAME, AND ARTICLES MADE THEREBY - In an embodiment, a coated thermoplastic film, comprises a polymeric film substrate; and a coating formed from a coating composition comprising a urethane acrylate having a functionality of 2.0 to 6.0 acrylate functional groups; an acrylate monomer having a functional group; and an epoxy acrylate oligomer. In an embodiment, a method of making the coated thermoplastic film comprises decorating and shaping a coated thermoplastic film comprising a polymeric film substrate; and a coating formed from a coating composition comprising a urethane acrylate having a functionality of 2.0 to 6.0 acrylate functional groups; an acrylate monomer having a functional group; and an epoxy acrylate oligomer having an acrylate functional group; and placing the film into a mold, and injecting a resin into the mold cavity space behind the film, wherein said film and said injection molded resin form a single molded part. | 12-26-2013 |
20130331492 | FLAME RETARDANT THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME - Disclosed herein too is a flame retardant composition comprising a polyphenylene ether, a polyphenylene ether-polysiloxane copolymer, or a combination comprising at least one of the foregoing polymers; an impact modifier; and a phosphazene compound. Disclosed herein too is a method comprising blending a polyphenylene ether, a polyphenylene ether-polysiloxane copolymer, or a combination comprising at least one of the foregoing polymers; an impact modifier; and a phosphazene compound. | 12-12-2013 |
20130320276 | MARKED THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MAKING AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME, AND USES THEREOF - In an embodiment, a method of inscribing a substrate comprises contacting the substrate with a laser beam to generate a mark, wherein the mark results from increasing the reflectivity of the thermoplastic material, wherein the substrate comprises a composition comprising a non-reflective thermoplastic material. In an embodiment, a method for generating a mark on an article comprises bonding a first component to a second component with a laser beam having a wavelength of greater than or equal to 800 nanometers, wherein the first component composition comprises a thermoplastic composition absorbing light having a wavelength of less than or equal to 500 nanometers and wherein the second component comprises a thermoplastic composition absorbing light having a wavelength of greater than or equal to 800 nanometers. | 12-05-2013 |
20130317148 | FLAME RETARDANT POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME - Disclosed herein is a flame retardant composition comprising a polycarbonate; 5 to 10 weight percent of a polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer; where the polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer comprises an amount of greater than 10 weigh percent of the polysiloxane and where the molecular weight of the polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer is greater than or equal to 25,000 grams per mole; 5 to 20 weight percent of a branched polycarbonate; 5 to 60 weight percent of a reinforcing filler; and 1 to 15 weight percent of a flame retarding compound. Disclosed herein too is a method comprising blending a polycarbonate; 5 to 10 weight percent of a polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer; 5 to 20 weight percent of a branched polycarbonate; 5 to 60 weight percent of a reinforcing filler; where the reinforcing filler is a glass fiber, a carbon fiber, a metal fiber, or a combination comprising at least one of the foregoing reinforcing fillers; and 1 to 15 weight percent of a flame retarding compound; and extruding the flame retardant composition. | 11-28-2013 |
20130317145 | FLAME RETARDANT POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME - Disclosed herein is a flame retardant composition comprising a polycarbonate composition, glass fibers, and a flame retardant that comprises a phenoxyphosphazene compound. Disclosed herein too are methods for manufacturing a flame retardant composition that comprises blending a polycarbonate composition, glass fibers and a flame retardant that comprises a phenoxyphosphazene compound. | 11-28-2013 |
20130313841 | ENERGY ABSORBER WITH STAGGERED, VERTICALLY ORIENTED CRUSH LOBES - A thermoplastic energy absorber having a horizontal axis and a vertical axis, and comprise: an array of energy absorbing lobes protruding from a base, the lobes arranged in two or more rows. The energy absorbing lobes can have a vertical length (L) and a horizontal width (D), and wherein a ratio of L:D is greater than 1. The energy absorbing lobes in each row can be disposed in a staggered manner with respect to energy absorbing lobes in an adjacent row. The energy absorber can be configured to be installed on a vehicle for absorption of impact energy. An energy absorbing system can comprise the thermoplastic energy absorber disposed between a bumper beam and a fascia. The fascia can optionally be configured to envelope the thermoplastic energy absorber and the bumper beam. This system passes EuroNCAP lower-leg impact requirements, version 5.1, June 2011, for lower leg impact requirement. | 11-28-2013 |
20130303698 | CHLORO-SUBSTITUTED POLYETHERIMIDES HAVING IMPROVED RELATIVE THERMAL INDEX - A polyetherimide having an OH content that is greater than 0 and equal or less than 100 ppm; and a chlorine content that is greater than 0 ppm is disclosed herein. A method for preparing the polyetherimide is also disclosed. | 11-14-2013 |
20130302549 | POLYCARBONATE NANOCOMPOSITES - Nanocomposites comprising a sulfonated telechelic polycarbonate and an organically modified clay are disclosed. The polycarbonate nanocomposites have improved physical and mechanical properties. | 11-14-2013 |
20130289178 | FLAME RETARDANT LASER DIRECT STRUCTURING MATERIALS - Flame retardant thermoplastic compositions that are capable of being used in a laser direct structuring process. The compositions include a thermoplastic resin, a laser direct structuring additive, and a flame retardant. The compositions offer flame retardant characteristics while also substantially maintaining the mechanical properties of the base thermoplastic resin, such as the impact strength and/or HDT of the composition. The compositions can be used in a variety of applications such as personal computers, notebook and portable computers, cell phone and other such communications equipment. | 10-31-2013 |
20130287979 | BIODEGRADABLE THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS - A biodegradable thermoplastic composition includes about 10 to about 80 wt. % of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate); about 10 to about 80 wt. % of a copolymer, wherein the copolymer comprises polypropylene units and poly(3-hydroxibutyrate) units; about 0.5 to about 10 wt. % of a compatibilizer; and about 0.2 to about 10 wt. % of a pro-degradation additive, wherein the pro-degradation additive comprises a transition metal stearate; and wherein the weight percents are based on the total weight of the biodegradable thermoplastic composition. These compositions comply with global standards regarding biodegradable materials and can be used in a wide array of applications, such as cosmetic containers, cell phones, laptops and packaging applications. | 10-31-2013 |
20130287489 | CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES FOR CONNECTING PANELS - In one embodiment, a connector assembly comprises: a connector; and a pair of side collectors, each comprising a connector engagement region having a size and geometry to mate with the connector so as to hold ends of two adjacent panels together; and a panel engagement region comprising a receiving area and having a size to attach onto an edge of the panel; and a clip, wherein the clip has a base that can be attached to a support, an engagement, and a stem extending therebetween, wherein the engagement has an extension projecting from a side of the engagement, wherein the panel engagement region further comprises an opening in a joint wall on a side of the panel engagement region opposite the receiving area, wherein the opening is configured to receive the extension of the engagement. | 10-31-2013 |
20130283710 | CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES FOR CONNECTING PANELS, PANELS WITH CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES - In one embodiment, a connector assembly comprises: a connector; and a pair of side collectors, each comprising a connector engagement region having a size and geometry to mate with the connector so as to hold ends of two adjacent panels together; and a panel engagement region comprising a receiving area and having a size to attach onto an edge of the panel; and a clip, wherein the clip has a base that can be attached to a support, an engagement, and a stem extending therebetween, wherein the engagement has an extension projecting from a side of the engagement, wherein the panel engagement region further comprises an opening in a joint wall on a side of the panel engagement region opposite the receiving area, wherein the opening is configured to receive the extension of the engagement. | 10-31-2013 |
20130280535 | MULTILAYER SHEET AND METHODS OF MAKING AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE MULTILAYER SHEET - In an embodiment, a method of making an article comprises: co-extruding a core layer formed from a core composition comprising a core thermoplastic polymer and a first cap layer formed from a first cap composition comprising an intumescent flame retardant material to form the article; and thermoforming the article. In an embodiment, a multilayer sheet, comprises: an extruded first cap layer formed from a first cap composition comprising an intumescent flame retardant material; and a co-extruded core layer formed from a core composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer, wherein the first cap layer is disposed upon and in intimate contact with a surface of the core layer; wherein the first cap layer and the second cap layer have an adhesion test value of greater than 2 as measured according to ASTM D3359-02 before thermoforming the first cap layer and the second cap layer. | 10-24-2013 |
20130274392 | COMPOSITIONS AND ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE CONTAINING BRANCHED POLYCARBONATE - A polycarbonate containing composition comprising a peak melt viscosity of at least 8,000 poise when measured using a parallel plate melt rheology test at a heating rate of 10° C./min at a temperature of between about 350° C. to about 450° C., and wherein a molded article of the composition has a UL 94 VO rating at a thickness of 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, or between 1.0 mm and 2.0 mm is disclosed. | 10-17-2013 |
20130274391 | COMPOSITIONS AND ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE CONTAINING SILOXANE - Compositions containing a polycarbonate and a linear and cyclic phenyl containing siloxanes are disclosed. Specifically, a composition comprising: (a) a branched polycarbonate resin, (b) a flame retardant, (c) at least one linear phenyl containing siloxane and at least one cyclic phenyl containing siloxane, and (d) a linear polycarbonate resin when said branched polycarbonate is less than 100% based upon weight percent of total polycarbonate in said composition, wherein the amounts of said branched and linear polycarbonate resins, said linear siloxanes and cyclic siloxanes, and flame retardant are in amounts effective to provide a molded article from said composition with a UL94 V0 p(FTP) value of 0.90 or greater at a thickness of between 1 mm and 2.5 mm or at 2.5 mm or at 1.5 mm or at 1 mm is disclosed. In addition, a composition comprising: (a) a linear polycarbonate resin, (b) a flame retardant, (c) at least one phenyl-containing linear siloxane and at least one phenyl-containing cyclic siloxane, wherein the amounts of said linear polycarbonate resins, said phenyl-containing linear siloxanes and said phenyl-containing cyclic siloxanes, and said flame retardant are in amounts effective to provide a molded article of said composition with a UL94 V0 p(FTP) value of 0.90 or greater at a thickness of between 1 mm and 2.5 mm or at 2.5 mm or at 1.5 mm or at 1 mm is disclosed. | 10-17-2013 |
20130270591 | POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING CONVERIONS MATERIAL CHEMISTRY AND HAVING ENHANCED OPTICAL PROPERTIES, METHODS OF MAKING AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME - In some embodiments, a composition comprises a bisphenol-A polycarbonate, wherein a molded article of the bisphenol-A polycarbonate has transmission level greater than or equal to 90.0% at 2.5 mm thickness as measured by ASTM D1003-00 and a yellow index (YI) less than or equal to 1.5 as measured by ASTM D1925. In some embodiments, light emitting device comprises: a lighting element located in a housing. The housing is formed from a plastic composition comprising: the polycarbonate composition and a conversion material. After the conversion material has been exposed to an excitation source, the conversion material has a luminescence lifetime of less than 10 | 10-17-2013 |
20130265771 | HIGH REFLECTANCE POLYCARBONATE - In an embodiment, a polycarbonate composition comprises: polycarbonate; 7 wt % to 20 wt % titanium dioxide, based upon a total weight of the polycarbonate composition; an optional flame retardant; and an optional UV stabilizer. A plaque formed from the polycarbonate composition has a reflectance of greater than or equal to 95%, as determined by reflectance measurements using a Gretag Macbeth Coloreye spectrophotometer (D65 light source, 10 degree observer, UV included) made at a wavelength of 680 nm. In an embodiment, a polycarbonate composition comprises: a polycarbonate; 7 to 20 wt % titanium dioxide; a flame retardant; and an optional UV stabilizer; wherein the polycarbonate composition has a maximum reflectance of greater than or equal to 95%. The melt volume rate as determined at 300° C. using a 1.2 kilogram weight, in accordance with ASTM D1238-04 is from 5 to 30 grams per 10 minutes. | 10-10-2013 |
20130263691 | ARMATURE FOR A STEERING WHEEL AND METHOD OF MAKING - In an embodiment, a steering wheel can comprise: a plastic top armature portion comprising a top rim portion and a top spoke portion, the top spoke portion extending radially inward from the top rim portion; and a plastic bottom armature portion comprising a hub, a bottom rim portion, and a bottom spoke portion, the bottom spoke portion extending radially inward to the hub. The top armature portion can be attached to the bottom armature portion with a plurality of snap mechanisms, wherein each snap mechanism comprises a snap fit protrusion that engages an aperture. The armature can be configured to attach to a vehicle steering column. | 10-10-2013 |
20130261202 | POLYETHERIMIDE POLYCARBONATE BLENDS - The disclosure relates to compositions exhibiting a UV resistance of ΔE ranging from more than 0 to less than or equal to 10 units after exposure to ultraviolet light for 300 hours, per ASTM D-4459 protocol. The compositions can include at least 15 wt. % of a polyetherimide; at least 35 wt. % of a polycarbonate; a polyetherimide siloxane; and optionally, at least one UV stabilizer. The disclosure also relates to methods of shaping such compositions and articles produced from such compositions. | 10-03-2013 |
20130260125 | POLYETHERIMIDES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - Polyetherimide compositions of formula (1) are described wherein the polyetherimide compositions comprise a polyetherimide comprising a reacted combination of alkali metal salts comprising an alkali metal salt of a dihydroxy aromatic compound and an alkali metal salt of a monohydroxy aromatic compound with a bis(halophthalimide), wherein the alkali metal salt of the monohydroxy aromatic compound is included in an amount of more than 0 and less than 5 mole percent, based on the total moles of the alkali metal salts, and the polyetherimide has a weight average molecular weight greater than or equal to 43,000 Daltons. The polyetherimide exhibits lower levels of chlorine and chlorine end groups, lower levels of bis(halophthalimide) and bis(phthalimide), and low plate-out during manufacturing. | 10-03-2013 |
20130260124 | ELECTRICAL INSULATION PAPER, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES MANUFACTURED THEREFROM - Fibrous substrates containing polyetherimides and other synthetic fibers are disclosed, along with methods of preparing electrical insulation paper and articles comprising the fibrous substrates. | 10-03-2013 |
20130260123 | ELECTRICAL INSULATION PAPER, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES MANUFACTURED THEREFROM - Fibrous substrates containing polyetherimides and other synthetic fibers are disclosed, along with methods of preparing electrical insulation paper and articles comprising the fibrous substrates. | 10-03-2013 |
20130260088 | HONEYCOMB PAPER - A consolidated fibrous mat comprises 20 to 50 weight percent of reinforcing fibers; and a continuous phase connecting the reinforcing fibers, comprising 50 to 70 weight percent of a polymer having a melt temperature at least 20° C. lower than the reinforcing fibers, and 5 to 10 weight percent of a binder having a melt temperature lower than the polymer; wherein the weight percent of each of the reinforcing fibers, the polymer, and the binder is based on the combined total weight of the reinforcing fibers, the polymer, and the binder. | 10-03-2013 |
20130255899 | TRANSFORMER PAPER AND OTHER NON-CONDUCTIVE TRANSFORMER COMPONENTS - A transformer paper comprising polyetherimide fibers is disclosed, along with a method of making the transformer paper and articles. | 10-03-2013 |
20130253105 | Stain and Color Change Resistant Poly(Phenylene Ether) Composition - Disclosed are polymer compositions, comprising:
| 09-26-2013 |
20130245223 | HIGH HEAT POLYETHERSULFONE COMPOSITIONS - High heat polyethersulfone compositions are provided which possess unexpectedly high glass transition temperatures. The polyethersulfone compositions comprise structural units derived from fluorenone bisphenols such as 9,9-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)fluorene, and structural units derived from at least one biphenyl-bissulfone such as 4,4′-bis((4-chlorophenyl)sulfonyl)-1,1′-biphenyl. The novel polyethersulfone compositions may further comprise structural units derived from one or more biphenols such as 4,4′-biphenol, bisphenols such as BPA, or other electrophilic sulfone monomers, such as bis(4-chlorophenyl)sulfone. In one embodiment, the polyethersulfone composition of the present invention comprises structural groups derived exclusively from 9,9-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)fluorene and 4,4′-bis((4-chlorophenyl)sulfonyl)-1,1′-biphenyl and exhibits a single glass transition of greater than 300° C. | 09-19-2013 |
20130244528 | REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC ARTICLES, COMPOSITIONS FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF THE ARTICLES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - A composition for the manufacture of a porous, compressible article, the composition comprising a combination of: a plurality of reinforcing fibers; a plurality of polysulfone fibers; and a plurality of polymeric binder fibers; wherein the polymeric binder fibers have a melting point lower than the polysulfone fibers; methods for forming the porous, compressible article; and articles containing the porous, compressible article. An article comprising a thermoformed dual matrix composite is also disclosed, wherein the composite exhibits a time to peak release, as measured by FAR 25.853 (OSU test), a 2 minute total heat release, as measured by FAR 25.853 (OSU test), and an NBS optical smoke density of less than 200 at 4 minutes, determined in accordance with ASTM E-662 (FAR/JAR 25.853). | 09-19-2013 |
20130234663 | ENERGY ABSORBING SYSTEM FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In one embodiment, an electric vehicle charging station comprises a body attached to a base, wherein the base is operably connected to a deflector mechanism, wherein the body moves from a rest position disposed along a major axis of the electric vehicle charging station to an impact position, with an articulation angle disposed therebetween, upon an impact having a force greater than or equal to 5 kiloNewtons. | 09-12-2013 |
20130225763 | PROCESSES FOR PREPARING POLYCARBONATES WITH ENHANCED OPTICAL PROPERTIES - Processes for preparing high purity polycarbonates having high light transmission, low yellowness, and color stability are disclosed herein. High purity starting ingredients are used to form a polycarbonate powder. The polycarbonate powder can be subsequently melt extruded at an optimum shear rate to minimize yellowness and the need to add colorant to overcome the yellowness. The lower amount of colorant increases the light transmission of the resulting polycarbonate resin. | 08-29-2013 |
20130225465 | PROCESSES AND COMPOSITIONS FOR CLEANING MIXING DEVICES TO IMPROVE POLYCARBONATE PRODUCTION - Processes and compositions for cleaning mixing devices are disclosed that improve the production and quality of polycarbonate resins subsequently produced in the mixing device, while reducing the time needed for cleaning and/or change over. A cleaning mixture comprising polycarbonate resin pellets coated with an alkyl aryl sulfonate salt aqueous solution are used to purge the mixing device. | 08-29-2013 |
20130224462 | THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS HAVING LOW SMOKE, METHODS OF THEIR MANUFACTURE, AND USES THEREOF - A low smoke density thermoplastic composition comprising, based on the total weight of the thermoplastic composition, 70 to 95 wt % of a polycarbonate copolymer comprising first repeating units and second repeating units, wherein the first repeating units are not the same as the second repeating units, and wherein the first repeating units are bisphenol carbonate units of the formula | 08-29-2013 |
20130224461 | THERMOPLASTIC POLYCARBONATE COPOLYMER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF THEIR MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOF - A thermoplastic composition includes a poly(carbonate-arylate ester); and an organophosphorus compound in an amount effective to provide 0.1 to 1.0 wt % phosphorus based on the total weight of the composition, wherein an article molded from the composition has a smoke density after four minutes (Ds-4) of less than or equal to 300 determined according to ISO 5659-2 on a 3 mm thick plaque and a maximum average rate of heat release emission (MAHRE) of less than or equal to 90 kW/m | 08-29-2013 |
20130224460 | THERMOPLASTIC POLYCARBONATE COPOLYMER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF THEIR MANUFACTURE, AND USES THEREOF - This disclosure relates to thermoplastic compositions comprising a polycarbonate copolymer, the polycarbonate copolymer comprising first repeating carbonate units and second repeating units selected from carbonate units that are different from the first carbonate units, polysiloxane units, and a combination comprising at least one of the foregoing unit; and an organophosphorus flame retardant in an amount effective to provide 0.1 to 1.0 wt % phosphorus based on the total weight of the composition, wherein an article molded from the composition has a smoke density after 4 minutes (Ds-4) of less than or equal to 600 determined according to ISO 5659-2 on a 3 mm thick plaque, and a material heat release of less than or equal to 160 kW/m | 08-29-2013 |
20130221917 | Energy Absorbing System for Electric Vehicle Charging Station and Methods for Making and Using the Same - In one embodiment, an electric vehicle charging station comprises a base and a body extending from the base along a major axis of the electric vehicle charging station; and an energy absorbing system comprising a first wall, a second wall, and a connecting wall disposed therebetween the first wall and the second wall creating a compartment; wherein the body receives the energy absorbing system; and wherein the energy absorbing system is configured to engage an impacting object. | 08-29-2013 |
20130221837 | POLYCARBONATE MADE FROM LOW SULFUR BISPHENOL A AND CONTAINING CONVERIONS MATERIAL CHEMISTRY, AND ARTICLES MADE THEREFROM - In one embodiment, a process for producing a bisphenol A product comprises: reacting phenol with acetone in the presence of a sulfur containing promoter to obtain a reaction mixture comprising bisphenol A, phenol, and the promoter; after reacting the phenol with the acetone, cooling to form a crystal stream comprising crystals of bisphenol A and phenol; separating the crystals from the crystal steam; melting the crystals to form a molten stream of bisphenol A, phenol, and sulfur; contacting the molten stream with a base to reduce a sulfur concentration in the molten stream and form a reduced sulfur stream; and removing phenol from the reduced sulfur stream to form a bisphenol A product. | 08-29-2013 |
20130221691 | ENERGY ABSORBING SYSTEM - An embodiment of a thermoplastic energy absorber for a vehicle comprises: a base and a crush lobe. The crush lobe comprises load walls extending from the base and a convex front face located at an end of the load walls opposite the base, wherein the convex front face bow outward, away from the base. The convex front face is connected to the load walls with fillets. The base and crush lobes comprise a plastic material. | 08-29-2013 |
20130220376 | PROCESSES AND COMPOSITIONS FOR CLEANING MIXING DEVICES TO IMPROVE POLYMER PRODUCTION - Processes and compositions for cleaning mixing devices are disclosed that improve the production and quality of thermoplastic polymer resins subsequently produced in the mixing device, while reducing the time needed for cleaning and/or change over. A cleaning mixture comprising polymeric resin pellets having a Rockwell R hardness of 85 to 140 externally coated with an aqueous solution containing sulfonate salts, alkyl aryl sulfonate salts, alkyl sulfate salts, C6 to C36 carboxylic acid salts, or mixtures thereof, is used to purge the mixing device. The surfactant salt is present in the aqueous solution at 0.2 to 30 wt % of the solution, the aqueous solution having a pH of 6.0 to 9.0. | 08-29-2013 |
20130216801 | Transparent Thin-Wall Scratch-Resistant Article - A plastic article is described having a substrate of a substantially transparent substrate having a thickness of from 0.2 mm to 3.0 mm, and including a thermoplastic composition comprising a polycarbonate and having a melt flow index as defined by ASTM D1238 of 10 g/10 min. to 50 g/10 min. at 300° C. and a 1.2 kg load, the thermoplastic composition including a polycarbonate, the thermoplastic composition comprising 20 mol % to 80 mol % of specified cyclohexylidene-bridged carbonate units and 80 mol % to 20 mol % of specified other carbonate units. The substrate has a hard coat thereon that provides the article with a pencil hardness of at least 5H as determined according to JIS K5400 using a 0.75 kgf load. | 08-22-2013 |
20130213818 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR LIQUID LEVEL MEASUREMENT IN ELECTROLYTIC CELLS - An apparatus and method for detecting a liquid level in an electrolytic cell are disclosed herein, the apparatus comprising a level tube in fluid contact with the electrolytic cell; a proximity sensor positioned to detect the presence or absence of liquid at a predetermined level in the level tube; and a control system responsive to the proximity sensor, wherein the control system is in communication with the liquid level sensor via a communication system. The proximity sensor detects the presence or absence of fluid in the level tube and sends a signal to the control system via the communication system; and the control system provides an indication of liquid level. | 08-22-2013 |
20130200415 | LIGHT EMITTING DIODE DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF CONTAINING CONVERSION MATERIAL CHEMISTRY - In one embodiment, a light emitting device comprises: a lighting element located in a housing, wherein the housing is formed from a polymer composition comprising: a polymer material; and a coated conversion material. The coated conversion material is selected from a coated conversion material, coated yttrium aluminum garnet (YAG) doped with rare earth elements, coated terbium aluminum garnet doped with rare earth elements, coated silicate (BOSE) doped with rare earth elements; coated nitrido silicates doped with rare earth elements; coated nitride orthosilicate doped with rare earth elements, coated oxonitridoaluminosilicates doped with rare earth elements; as well as combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing. After the coated conversion material has been exposed to an excitation source, the coated conversion material has a luminescence lifetime of less than 10 | 08-08-2013 |
20130196131 | GLASS FILLED COPOLYMER PRODUCTS FOR THIN WALL AND HIGH SURFACE GLOSS ARTICLES - Disclosed are compositions, glass filled compositions, articles made therefrom, and processes for making articles therefrom. In an embodiment, a composition can comprise: one or more polycarbonates wherein at least one of the polycarbonates is a polyester-polycarbonate having at least one unit derived from sebacic acid and has a biocontent of at least 5 weight % based upon a total weight of the polyester-polycarbonate, determined according ASTM-D6866; a glass content of 10 weight % or greater based upon a total weight of the composition; and an epoxy resin. The composition has a melt volume rate of greater than 10.5 cm | 08-01-2013 |
20130193698 | ENERGY ABSORBING ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In an embodiment, an energy absorbing assembly comprises a foam stage having a first surface and a second surface, wherein the second surface comprises a recess; and a thermoplastic stage comprising a frame and crush lobes; wherein the crush lobes extend from the frame of the thermoplastic stage into the recess. In another embodiment, a method of making an energy absorbing assembly comprises forming a foam stage having a first surface and a second surface, wherein the second surface comprises recesses; forming a thermoplastic stage having a frame and crush lobes protruding from the frame; and engaging the recesses and the crush lobes to form the energy absorbing assembly. | 08-01-2013 |
20130186799 | ARTICLES PREPARED FROM THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITIONS, AND METHOD OF PREPARING SUCH ARTICLES - In some embodiments, a pressure vessel comprises a rounded container comprising a thermoplastic composition. The thermoplastic composition comprises a siloxane copolymer having a structural unit of the formula ( | 07-25-2013 |
20130183608 | HOLOGRAPHIC RECORDING MEDIUM AND METHOD OF MAKING HOLOGRAPHIC RECORDING MEDIUM - Articles for recording a hologram are described. The articles include a holographic recording medium having a transparent polymeric binder and a photoreactive dye dispersed therein. The articles also include a first compound, dispersed in the holographic recording medium or disposed over a first surface of the holographic recording medium from which surface the hologram is viewed, that is transparent to light in the wavelength range to which the photoreactive dye is sensitive and which is capable of being converted to a converted compound that is opaque to light in the wavelength range to which the photoreactive dye is sensitive and transparent to light in a different wavelength range for viewing the hologram. | 07-18-2013 |
20130175813 | ENERGY ABSORBING ASSEMBLY - An energy absorbing assembly for impact energy absorption can comprise: an elongated plastic member having a major axis, a first side and a second side, comprising a central portion disposed between a first end portion and a second end portion, the second side defines a channel extending from the first end portion to the second end portion; and an elongated insert having a front, edges, tips, and a rear, wherein the insert is configured to flex upon impact, and is removably friction fit within the channel such that the plastic member surrounds the front, and greater than or equal to 50% of the edges and tips. The energy absorbing assembly can be configured to attach to a vehicle to absorb energy absorption impact. A vehicle can comprise: a vehicle rail and the energy absorbing assembly attached to the vehicle rail. | 07-11-2013 |
20130175128 | MULTI-STAGE ENERGY ABSORBER AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In one embodiment, a multi-stage energy absorbing system can comprise: a base; and an energy absorber comprising elements, wherein the energy absorber elements comprise a pair of outer sidewalls having a narrow section with a narrow section angle and a wide section with a wide section angle, wherein the narrow section and the wide section are connected by a diverging section with a diverging section angle, wherein the diverging section angle is less than 90°; a connecting wall between the outer sidewalls; a pair of inner sidewalls; and an inner connecting wall, wherein the energy absorbing elements are in a nested arrangement creating an open area between adjacent sidewalls and adjacent connecting walls. | 07-11-2013 |
20130165547 | POLYCARBONATE NANOCOMPOSITES - Polycarbonate nanocomposites comprising a polycarbonate matrix having non-oxidized metal nanoparticles dispersed therein are disclosed. The polycarbonate nanocomposite is produced by a process comprising forming a reaction mixture comprising a dihydroxy compound, an activated carbonate, a metal precursor, and a solvent; and in-situ polymerizing the reaction mixture to form a nanocomposite comprising a polycarbonate matrix and metal nanoparticles dispersed therein. The metal precursor comprises a metal selected from a specified group. The nanocomposites have improved mechanical, optical, electrical and/or magnetic properties. Also disclosed are articles formed from such polycarbonate nanocomposites. | 06-27-2013 |
20130164476 | IMPACT-RESISTANT POLY(ARYLENE ETHER) RESINS WITH IMPROVED CLARITY - The present invention is directed to a composition that includes a poly(arylene ether), a radial block copolymer of an alkenyl aromatic monomer and a conjugated diene, a linear block copolymer of an alkenyl aromatic monomer and a conjugated diene, one or more optical enhancing agents, and a hydrocarbon resin. The composition is characterized by at least one of the following properties: a multiaxial impact of at least 20 joules as measured by ASTM D 3763-08, a percent haze of 15 percent or less as measured by ASTM D 1003-00, and a percent transmittance of 75 percent or more as measured by ASTM D 1003-00. | 06-27-2013 |
20130150549 | POLY(BUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE) ESTER COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOF - A dimethyl terephthalate residual composition including
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20130150507 | BLENDS OF POLYPHENYLENE ETHER SULFONE AND POLYESTER CARBONATE - Disclosed herein is a miscible, high flow composition comprising 80 to 99 wt % of a polyphenylene ether sulfone and 1 to 20 wt % of an aryl polyester carbonate copolymer, based on the combined weight of the polyphenylene ether sulfone and the aryl polyester carbonate copolymer. | 06-13-2013 |
20130150504 | BLENDS OF POLYPHENYLENE ETHER SULFONE AND SILICONE POLYESTER CARBONATE - Disclosed herein is a composition comprising a polyphenylene ether sulfone and a resorcinol based silicone aryl polyester carbonate copolymer wherein greater than or equal to 50 mol % of copolymer repeating units are ester units derived from resorcinol, based on the total molar amount of all repeating units in the polymer and wherein the blend has less than 1 weight percent polycarbonate, based on the total weight of the composition, has FAR 25.853 peak heat release of less than 60 KW/m | 06-13-2013 |
20130145971 | PALLET AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In one embodiment, a pallet comprises a top deck comprising a substrate having a first surface and a second surface, wherein the substrate comprises a first plastic material; and a layer disposed on the second surface of the substrate, wherein the layer comprises a composition comprising reinforcing fibers, polyimide fibers, and polymeric binder fibers, wherein the polymeric binder fibers have a melting point that is lower than the polyimide fibers; a bottom deck; and supporting columns disposed between the second surface and the bottom deck. | 06-13-2013 |
20130143992 | MIXTURES RESULTING FROM METHODS FOR PURIFICATION OF POLYETHER POLYMERS - A method for the purification of aromatic polyether polymers prepared by a halide displacement polymerization process comprises adsorbing the catalyst with an alkali metal halide to form an adsorbent component and then removing the adsorbent component. Mixtures resulting from this method are also discussed. | 06-06-2013 |
20130143018 | Coated Polymer Films - Coated polymer compositions having improved dielectric strength are disclosed. The coated polymer compositions can comprise a polymer substrate and an inorganic material. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. | 06-06-2013 |
20130142976 | POLY(PHENYLENE ETHER) ARTICLES AND COMPOSITIONS - A composition useful for the injection molding of fluid engineering parts includes specific amounts of a high molecular weight poly(phenylene ether), a polystyrene, and glass fibers. The composition provides improved hydrostability and reduces or eliminates the butadiene monomer that is present in comparative compositions containing rubber-modified polystyrene. Fluid engineering articles prepared from the composition are described. | 06-06-2013 |
20130137804 | POLY(ALIPHATIC ESTER)- POLYCARBONATE COPOLYMER/POLYLACTIC ACID BLEND - The present invention is directed to a blended composition comprising one or more polycarbonates wherein at least one of the polycarbonates is a polyesterpolycarbonate having at least one unit derived from a soft block ester unit, e.g., sebacic acid, and at least one unit derived from bisphenol A, and a polylactic polymer wherein the composition has an overall biocontent of at least 10% according to ASTMD6866 | 05-30-2013 |
20130131251 | X-RAY AND/OR METAL DETECTABLE ARTICLES AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME - An article and thermoplastic composition including polycarbonate, a polysiloxane-polycarbonate and an x-ray detectable or metal detectable agent having good magnetic permeability and/or electrical conductivity wherein the composition may be used in articles for food preparation. The thermoplastic compositions are useful in forming molds for manufacturing a food product, such as chocolate molds. | 05-23-2013 |
20130131241 | FLAME RETARDANT THERMOPLASTIC POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS - A flame retardant thermoplastic composition has high flame retardance at low thicknesses, good flow properties, good impact strength, and good flexural modulus. The polymer composition includes a polycarbonate polymer, a flame retardant additive, talc, glass fibers, and an acid stabilizer in synergistic amounts. | 05-23-2013 |
20130118581 | COMPOSITION, MULTILAYER SHEETS MADE THEREFROM, AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - In an embodiment, a photovoltaic module, comprises a transparent superstrate; a backsheet, wherein the backsheet comprises a core layer comprising a core composition formed from a first polycarbonate comprising dimethyl bisphenol cyclohexane carbonate repeat units and bishpenol-A, wherein the first polycarbonate has the structure | 05-16-2013 |
20130113226 | ENERGY ABSORBING SYSTEM FOR CONFLICTING REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLE BUMPERS - In an embodiment, multi-stage energy absorbing system can comprise: a thermoplastic flanged frame and a crush lobe having a proximal base aligned with the flanged frame and a distal end protruding from the flanged frame. The crush lobe comprises a central slab and slab pairs such that the crush lobe comprises a total of 2i+1 slabs, wherein i is the number of slab pairs and is greater than or equal to 1. The slabs are disposed in a stepped arrangement and configured to absorb impact energy by collapsing in a telescopic manner with increasing energy level. | 05-09-2013 |
20130109831 | POLY(ARYL ETHER SULFONE) COMPOSITION, AND METHOD OF MAKING | 05-02-2013 |
20130108852 | POLYETHERIMIDES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM | 05-02-2013 |
20130108851 | POLYETHERIMIDES, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM | 05-02-2013 |
20130089710 | MULTIWALL SHEET, METHODS OF MAKING, AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE MULTIWALL SHEET - A multiwall sheet comprises a sheet, comprising walls, wherein the walls comprise a first wall; a second wall; and an outermost rib extending between the first wall and the second wall, wherein the first wall extends longitudinally past the outermost rib to a first wall end and wherein the second wall extends longitudinally past the outermost rib to a second wall end; and an end cap comprising a top wall having a top wall end, a bottom wall having a bottom wall end, and a connecting wall disposed between the top wall end and the bottom wall end; wherein the end cap is disposed over the first wall end and the second wall end and wherein the top wall and the bottom wall extend longitudinally along the first wall and the second wall past the outermost rib. | 04-11-2013 |
20130088885 | MOUNTING STRUCTURE FOR A HEADLAMP REFLECTOR - In some embodiments, a headlamp assembly can comprise: a reflector, a mounting bracket, a housing, and a light source. The reflector can have a lip at a light source opening and a peripheral rim with a reflector portion extending from the lip to a peripheral rim. The mounting bracket can be configured to attach to the reflector. The mounting bracket can comprise attachment structures configured to mate with the lip, and adjustment features that enable horizontal, vertical, and pivotal adjustment. The light source can extend into the reflector through the light source opening. | 04-11-2013 |
20130079474 | BLENDS OF POLYSILOXANE/POLYIMIDE BLOCK COPOLYMER AND POLY(ARYLENE SULFIDE) - Disclosed herein is a composition comprising a compatible blend of i) 24 to less than 84.5 weight percent of a linear poly(arylene sulfide), ii) 14 to 75 weight percent of a polysiloxane/polyimide block copolymer; and iii) 0.1 to less than 2.5 weight percent of a polymeric compatibilizer having 2 or more epoxy groups per molecule. Weight percent is based on the total weight of the composition. An article made from the composition has tensile elongation greater than or equal to 60% as determined by ASTM D638 and a Notched Izod impact strength greater than 50 joules per meter as determined by ASTM D256 at room temperature. | 03-28-2013 |
20130079459 | BLENDS OF POLYETHERIMIDE SULFONE AND POLY(ARYLENE SULFIDE) AND METHODS OF MAKING - A composition comprising a compatible blend of i) 15 to 45 wt % of a linear poly (arylene sulfide), ii) 50 to 85 wt % of a polyetherimide sulfone; and iii) 1 to 3 wt % of a novolac resin having an average of 2 or more epoxy groups per molecule. The composition can comprise a polyetherimide. An article made from the composition has a property selected from the group of (i) tensile strength greater than or equal to 90 megaPascals (MPa), as determined by ASTM D638, (ii) an impact strength of greater than or equal to 3 kiloJoules per square meter (kJ/m | 03-28-2013 |
20130079438 | BLENDS OF POLYETHERIMIDE SULFONE AND POLY(ARYLENE SULFIDE) - Disclosed herein is a composition comprising a compatible blend of i) 60 to 85 weight percent of a linear poly(arylene sulfide), ii) 15 to 40 weight percent of a polyetherimide sulfone; and iii) 1 to 3 weight percent of a novolac resin having an average of 2 or more epoxy groups per molecule. Weight percent is based on the total weight of the composition. An article made from the composition has a tensile strength greater than or equal to 70 megaPascals (MPa), as determined by ASTM D638, an impact strength of greater than or equal to 3 kiloJoules per square meter (kJ/m | 03-28-2013 |
20130078444 | THICK PLASTIC PART AND METHOD OF MAKING AND TOOL - In some embodiments, a tool includes, in an injection molding machine, a movable internal core configured to receive a molded plastic layer thereon, the molded plastic layer having a thickness. The tool also comprises an injection nozzle configured to inject plastic material over the movable internal core to form the molded plastic layer; an ejection plate connected to the movable internal core; and multiple, movable support plates each having a thickness. The multiple, movable support plates are located behind the ejection plate. A movable support plate of the multiple, movable support plates is configured to determine the thickness of the molded plastic layer. | 03-28-2013 |
20130071773 | HOLOGRAPHIC STORAGE MEDIUM - Disclosed herein are novel amidic nitrone and a method of manufacturing a data storage media comprising mixing the amidic nitrone, as a photochromic dye, with an organic material or an inorganic material to form a holographic composition and molding the holographic composition into holographic data storage media. Disclosed herein too is an article comprising a photochromic dye and an organic material, wherein the article is used as a data storage media. Disclosed herein too is a method for recording information comprising irradiating an article that comprises a photochromic dye, wherein the irradiation is conducted with electromagnetic energy having a wavelength of about 350 to about 1,100 nanometers; and reacting the photochromic dye. | 03-21-2013 |
20130061657 | FLOW CELL FOR MEASURING ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION ABSORPTION SPECTRA IN A CONTINUOUSLY FLOWING IMMISCIBLE LIQUID(S) OR LIQUIDS WITH ENTRAINED GAS PHASES - An apparatus and method for spectral analysis of immiscible phases are disclosed. A flow cell for online absorption measurements of immiscible process phases can comprise: a body containing an inlet window and an outlet window in operable communication with a measurement instrument; and a series of partitions that divide the inside of the flow cell into three (3) or more vessels that have an inlet and an outlet, wherein the vessels are connected in series with one another. Optionally, the first vessel is equipped with a porous membrane to facilitate the separation of immiscible process phases. | 03-14-2013 |
20130055849 | STEERING APPARATUS THERMAL MANAGEMENT - A steering wheel system can comprise: an armature comprising a rim comprising a plastic core, a covering between the plastic core and the protective outer layer, and a thermal management provision; a hub with a bush; and a spoke connecting the rim to the hub. A method for making a thermal management steering wheel can comprise: forming a plastic rim with a core having a channel with ribs, wherein during use, the ribs induce a change in direction and a change in velocity of a fluid flow through the channel; laser direct structuring electrically conductive material onto the core; disposing a foam material around the core; and disposing a protective material around the foam material. | 03-07-2013 |
20130053461 | METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION OF (POLYBUTYLENE-CO-ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATE) THROUGH THE IN SITU PHOSPHORUS CONTAINING TITANIUM BASED CATALYST - Biodegradable compositions containing an aliphatic-aromatic copolyester derived from aromatic polyesters. Methods of making the compositions through an in situ phosphorus containing titanium based catalyst and articles made from the compositions. | 02-28-2013 |
20130052429 | MULTIWALL SHEET AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A multiwall sheet can comprise plastic walls, wherein the walls comprise a first wall; a second wall; and a transverse wall, wherein the first wall, the second wall, and the transverse wall extend longitudinally; and a rib extending between adjacent walls; and a sound insulating material disposed in an area between two adjacent walls, wherein the sound insulating material has a velocity of sound greater than the velocity of sound of the plastic walls. A method of sound insulating a structure can comprise: filling the multiwall sheet with a sound insulating material; and attaching the multiwall sheet to the structure. | 02-28-2013 |
20130045653 | PROTECTIVE SUIT FABRIC AND SPUN YARN USED FOR THE SAME - A heat-resistant flame-retardant protective suit fabric of the present invention is formed of a uniform blended spun yarn including 25 to 75 mass % of polyetherimide fiber, 20 to 50 mass % of at least one fiber selected from wool and flame-retardant rayon, and 5 to 25 mass % of para-aramid fiber when the spun yarn is 100 mass %. The fabric experiences no heat shrinkage when exposed to a heat flux at 80 kW/m | 02-21-2013 |
20130040523 | PROTECTIVE SUIT FABRIC AND SPUN YARN USED FOR THE SAME - A protective suit fabric of the present invention is a heat-resistant flame-retardant protective suit fabric, which is formed of a spun yarn. The fiber blend rate is: 25-75 mass % of polyetherimide fiber (A); 20-50 mass % of at least one fiber (B) selected from wool and flame-retardant rayon; and 5 to 25 mass % of para-aramid fiber (C). The spun yarn for forming the fabric is a two-fold yarn ( | 02-14-2013 |
20130038916 | METHOD OF MAKING MULTIPLEXED TRANSMISSION HOLOGRAMS - A method for recording a volume transmission hologram having multiplexed diffraction fringe patterns that can cooperate to display polychromatic images and can be recorded with a single wavelength exposure source. | 02-14-2013 |
20130035441 | POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS HAVING ENHANCED OPTICAL PROPERTIES, METHODS OF MAKING AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE POLYCARBONATE COMPOSITIONS - In some embodiments, a composition comprises a bisphenol-A polycarbonate, wherein a molded article of the composition has transmission level greater than or equal to 90.0% at 2.5 mm thickness as measured by ASTM D1003-00 and a yellow index (YI) less than or equal to 1.5 as measured by ASTM D1925. | 02-07-2013 |
20130018143 | COLOR-STABILIZED BIODEGRADABLE ALIPHATIC-AROMATIC COPOLYESTERS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOFAANM ALIDEDEOGLU; Husnu AlpAACI EvansvilleAAST INAACO USAAGP ALIDEDEOGLU; Husnu Alp Evansville IN USAANM KANNAN; GaneshAACI EvansvilleAAST INAACO USAAGP KANNAN; Ganesh Evansville IN US - Biodegradable compositions containing an aliphatic-aromatic copolyester. Methods of making the compositions and articles made from the compositions. | 01-17-2013 |
20130018142 | METHOD FOR COLOR STABILIZATION OF POLY(BUTYLENE-CO-ADIPATE TEREPHTHALATEAANM ALIDEDEOGLU; Husnu AlpAACI EvansvilleAAST INAACO USAAGP ALIDEDEOGLU; Husnu Alp Evansville IN USAANM KANNAN; GaneshAACI EvansvilleAAST INAACO USAAGP KANNAN; Ganesh Evansville IN US - Biodegradable compositions containing an aliphatic-aromatic copolyester derived from aromatic polyesters. Methods of making the compositions and articles made from the compositions. | 01-17-2013 |
20130018130 | COLOR-STABILIZED BIODEGRADABLE ALIPHATIC-AROMATIC COPOLYESTERS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES THEREOFAANM ALIDEDEOGLU; Husnu AlpAACI EvansvilleAAST INAACO USAAGP ALIDEDEOGLU; Husnu Alp Evansville IN USAANM KANNAN; GaneshAACI EvansvilleAAST INAACO USAAGP KANNAN; Ganesh Evansville IN US - Biodegradable compositions containing an aliphatic-aromatic copolyester derived from aromatic polyesters. Methods of making the compositions and articles made from the compositions. | 01-17-2013 |