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20080214698 | Polymer Blends Including Surface-Modified Nanoparticles and Methods of Making the Same - The present invention relates to the use of surface-modified nanoparticles to alter the morphology and microstructure of polymer blends. The addition of surface modified nanoparticles to polymer blends comprised of immiscible polymers facilitates the uniform distribution of the dispersed phase of the polymer blend. In an embodiment, the present invention relates to a polymer blend comprising (1) a continuous phase comprising at least one polymer, monomer or oligomer, and a plurality of surface-modified nanoparticles, having a particle diameter of less than about 100 nanometers, distributed in the continuous polymer phase; and (2) a dispersed phase comprising at least one polymer, monomer or oligomer, wherein the continuous polymer phase and the dispersed polymer phase are immiscible. | 09-04-2008 |
20080311349 | Metallized Films and Articles Containing the Same - Metallized films and articles including a metallized film are disclosed. The metallized films may include multiple layers in which a metal layer is positioned between and in contact with two cross-linked polymeric layers. | 12-18-2008 |
20100032082 | METHOD OF MAKING MULTILAYER POLYURETHANE PROTECTIVE FILM - A method of making a multilayer protective film. The method comprises: (a) forming a PU layer comprising an at least partially crosslinked polyurethane, the at least partially crosslinked polyurethane comprising at least one of a polyester-based polyurethane or a polycarbonate-based polyurethane; (b) forming a TPU layer comprising a polycaprolactone-based thermoplastic polyurethane; (c) forming a PSA layer comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive; (d) bonding one major surface of the PU layer to one major surface of the TPU layer; and (e) bonding the PSA layer to an opposite major surface of the TPU layer; wherein the TPU layer is sandwiched between the PU layer and the PSA layer. The multilayer film may be used to protect painted surfaces of vehicle body parts. | 02-11-2010 |
20100143724 | CORROSION RESISTANT METALLIZED FILMS AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - Corrosion resistant metallized films and methods of making the same are disclosed. | 06-10-2010 |
20110027594 | PAINT FILM COMPOSITES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Paint film composites comprise sheet metal, a color layer, and an optional transparent protective layer. Methods of making and using the paint film composites, and shaped articles made thereby, are also disclosed. | 02-03-2011 |
20110045306 | MULTILAYER ARTICLES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Multilayer articles comprising a thermoformable substrate, a base layer and an optional transparent protective layer. Methods of making and paint film composites, and shaped articles made thereby, are also disclosed. | 02-24-2011 |
20110123786 | ELASTIC BONDING FILMS - Elastic bonding films that include an elastic, thermoset core layer and a thermoplastic bonding layer on each side of the core layer are described. The thermoset core layer is a polyurethane formed as the reaction product of (i) a multifunctional isocyanate with (ii) a combination of polyols comprising (a) polyester diol, (b) crosslinker, and (c) hard segment. Articles incorporating such elastic bonding films including fabrics bonded to such films are also described. | 05-26-2011 |
20110250401 | Method of Producing a Component of a Device, and the Resulting Components and Devices - The present method comprises providing a flexible web substrate (e.g., polymeric flexible web substrates) that forms at least part of a component of a device, coating so as to wet-out on and cover all or a substantial portion of a major surface on one side or both sides of the flexible web substrate with flowable polymeric material, while the flexible web substrate is moving in a down-web direction, and solidifying the polymeric material so as to form one cleaning layer on the major surface of one side or both sides of the flexible web substrate. The present invention can be utilized in a continuous in-line manufacturing process. In applications of the present invention where the flexible web substrate will not form a component of a device, the present invention broadly provides a method for cleaning particles from a flexible web of indefinite length. Each cleaning layer forms a substantially adhesive bond to the major surface that is readily removable without damaging or leaving a substantial residue of cleaning layer material on the major surface. A substantial number of the particles that were on this major surface are captured by and removable with the cleaning layer. | 10-13-2011 |
20120160402 | METHOD OF MAKING MULTILAYER POLYURETHANE PROTECTIVE FILM - A method of making a multilayer protective film. The method comprises: (a) forming a PU layer comprising an at least partially crosslinked polyurethane, the at least partially crosslinked polyurethane comprising at least one of a polyester-based polyurethane or a polycarbonate-based polyurethane; (b) forming a TPU layer comprising a polycaprolactone-based thermoplastic polyurethane; (c) forming a PSA layer comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive; (d) bonding one major surface of the PU layer to one major surface of the TPU layer; and (e) bonding the PSA layer to an opposite major surface of the TPU layer; wherein the TPU layer is sandwiched between the PU layer and the PSA layer. The multilayer film may be used to protect painted surfaces of vehicle body parts. | 06-28-2012 |
20120204566 | FRESNEL LENS - Fresnel lenses are prepared from a transparent substrate and a structured polyurethane layer. The structured polyurethane layer includes a curable reaction mixture. The curable reaction mixture includes a polyol, a polyisocyanate, a catalyst, and at least one UV stabilizer. The Fresnel lenses may be used in panel arrays and in solar power generation devices. | 08-16-2012 |
20130140738 | METHOD OF PREPARING BENZOXAZINE-THIOL POLYMERS FILMS - A process for preparing benzoxazine-thiol polymer film is described comprising forming a rolling bank of a curable composition comprising a polybenzoxazine and a polythiol, wherein the rolling bank contacts first and second carrier substrates; passing the first and second substrates with the curable composition therebetween through a nip; and at least partially curing the curable composition to provide the corresponding polymeric layer. The compositions are useful in coating, sealants, adhesive and many other applications. | 06-06-2013 |
20130172464 | Nanoparticle Processing Aide For Extrusion And Injection Molding - Processing aides for extrusion and/or injection molding are described. In particular, nanoparticle processing aides, including surface-modified nanoparticle processing aides are described. Methods of using such nanoparticle processing aides in extrusion and injection molding processes are also described. | 07-04-2013 |
20130202851 | Elastic Bonding Films - Elastic bonding films that include an elastic, thermoset core layer and a thermoplastic bonding layer on each side of the core layer are described. The thermoset core layer is a polyurethane formed as the reaction product of (i) a multifunctional isocyanate with (ii) a combination of polyols comprising (a) polyester diol, (b) crosslinker, and (c) hard segment. Articles incorporating such elastic bonding films including fabrics bonded to such films are also described. | 08-08-2013 |
20130251961 | Interpenetrated Polymer Layer - Structures having an interpenetrated polymer layer are described. The interpenetrating layer ( | 09-26-2013 |
20130273342 | GEL SEALING CORROSION PREVENTION TAPE - A deformable tacky polyurethane polymer is provided which is the reaction product of a polyisocyanate, a polyol, and a mono-hydroxy tackifier. In addition, compositions pare provided comprising a polymer according to the present disclosure and one or more of: surface modified silica nanoparticles, glass bubbles and fiber filler particles. In addition, a flexible gasketing tape is provided comprising a polymer according to the present disclosure or a composition according to the present disclosure. | 10-17-2013 |
20140004315 | Multilayer Articles and Methods of Making and Using the Same | 01-02-2014 |
20140230846 | METHOD OF PRODUCING A COMPONENT OF A DEVICE, AND THE RESULTING COMPONENTS AND DEVICES - The present method comprises providing a flexible web substrate (e.g., polymeric flexible web substrates) that forms at least part of a component of a device, coating so as to wet-out on and cover all or a substantial portion of a major surface on one side or both sides of the flexible web substrate with flowable polymeric material, while the flexible web substrate is moving in a down-web direction, and solidifying the polymeric material so as to form one cleaning layer on the major surface of one side or both sides of the flexible web substrate. The present invention can be utilized in a continuous in-line manufacturing process. In applications of the present invention where the flexible web substrate will not form a component of a device, the present invention broadly provides a method for cleaning particles from a flexible web of indefinite length. Each cleaning layer forms a substantially adhesive bond to the major surface that is readily removable without damaging or leaving a substantial residue of cleaning layer material on the major surface. A substantial number of the particles that were on this major surface are captured by and removable with the cleaning layer. | 08-21-2014 |
20150086762 | PAINT FILM COMPOSITES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Paint film composites comprise sheet metal, a color layer, and an optional transparent protective layer. Methods of making and using the paint film composites, and shaped articles made thereby, are also disclosed. | 03-26-2015 |
20150140290 | MULTILAYER ARTICLES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Multilayer articles comprise a thermoformable substrate, a base layer, and an optional transparent protective layer. Methods of making and using the paint film composites, and shaped articles made thereby, are also disclosed. | 05-21-2015 |
20150267076 | Coating Compositions and Articles Made Therefrom - There is provided a coating composition comprising: (a) a one part moisture cure polyurethane comprising: an aromatic polyurethane prepolymer having backbone derived from polyether and at least one aromatic end group, wherein the coating composition comprises about 8 wt % to 90 wt % polyurethane prepolymer based on the total weight of the coating composition; (b) 2 to 60 wt % of an inorganic filler based on the total weight of the coating composition; and (c) 2 to 60 wt % of a solvent based on the total weight of the coating composition, wherein the coating composition, when cured, is a water-vapor semi-permeable, air and water barrier film. There is also provided a cured coating composition and articles made therefrom. | 09-24-2015 |