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Crimped acrylic fibers having improved thixotropic performance

US5385978A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 8, 1994
Grant dateJan 31, 1995
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Expiry dateJun 8, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/298
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Crimped acrylic fibers with a small diameter, a minimum aspect ratio in the 20-50 range, and having a crimp of greater than about 10% so as to enhance the viscosity of polymers, resistance to gravity-induced slumping when applied to vertical surfaces, and mix stability, as well as provide matrix reinforcement and toughness, are adapted to act as improved physical thixotropes in adhesives, sealants, coatings, paints, grouts, building materials and the like.

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