Shape-memory structures
US8921435B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 30, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC08J2333/10
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Polymeric foams and elastomer/hydrogel bicontinuous composite structures derived from high internal phase emulsions and possessing shape-memory characteristics are disclosed, as well as processes for forming the same and uses thereof in, for example, manufacturing of various articles.
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