Abstract

The invention relates to a friction material composition comprising a) at least one binder, b) at least one additive, and c) a graphite material, wherein the graphite material has: i) a D90 to D10 ratio of less than 4.5, as measured by Laser Diffraction, and ii) a Scott density of at least 0.5 g/cm3, as measured using a Scott Volumeter according to ASTM B 329-20. Methods and uses of the friction material are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 69/02 - Composition of linings
• C01B 32/21 - After-treatment

Abstract

Mixtures comprising zirconia and binder, processes for preparing refractory materials from such mixtures, refractory materials obtained from such mixtures, and uses of binders in a mixture comprising zirconia to stabilize a refractory material formed from the mixture and/or to improve the thermal shock resistance of a refractory material formed from the mixture.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 35/482 - Refractories from grain sized mixtures
• C04B 28/06 - Aluminous cements
• C04B 35/63 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches using additives specially adapted for forming the products
• C04B 35/66 - Monolithic refractories or refractory mortars, including those whether or not containing clay
• C04B 7/32 - Aluminous cements
• B22D 41/52 - Manufacturing or repairing thereof
• C04B 35/64 - Burning or sintering processes

Abstract

Some embodiments relate to polymer compositions comprising a bioplastic polymer and a talc particulate, methods of modifying polymer compositions comprising a bioplastic polymer, and articles of manufacture comprising polymer compositions comprising a bioplastic polymer and a talc particulate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C08J 3/20 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring

Abstract

A method of making a synthetic mineral product for use as a wollastonite substitute comprises: providing a mixture comprising a silica-containing material and a calcium- containing material; and heating the mixture at no less than about 1200°C to form the synthetic mineral product.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 33/24 - Alkaline earth metal silicates
• C08L 27/16 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinylidene fluoride

Abstract

The present invention is directed to compositions comprising carbon black and expanded graphite as well as shaped articles and coatings for substrates comprising the compositions. The present invention also relates to the use thereof and methods for reducing electrical resistivity and providing electromagnetic interference shielding as well as thermal conductivity. The compositions of the invention allow for high electrical conductivity, EMI shielding performance as well as thermal conductivity without compromising rheological properties like fluidity or viscosity, for example measured as the melt flow rate, or mechanical properties such as, impact resistance, tensile strength or elongation at break.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/00 - Treatment of specific inorganic materials other than fibrous fillers ; Preparation of carbon black
• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• C08K 7/24 - Expanded, porous or hollow particles inorganic
• H05K 9/00 - Screening of apparatus or components against electric or magnetic fields

Abstract

An inner liner for a tyre, or a polymer composition comprising halogenated butyl rubber, comprising a microcrystalline talc particulate having a BET specific surface area no less than about 35 m2/g and at least one of: (a) a d50, by Sedigraph, no greater than about 2.0 µm; (b) a d50, by laser, no greater than about 5.0 µm; and (c) an aspect ratio from about 50 to about 100.

IPC Classes  ?

• B60C 1/00 - Tyres characterised by the chemical composition or the physical arrangement or mixture of the composition
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds

Abstract

A dried or at least partially dried ceramic feedstock, a method of preparing a dried or at least partially dried ceramic feedstock having a residual solvent content of up to about 5 wt. %, ceramic formulations comprising one or more ceramic precursors, temperature sensitive gelling agent, solvent, and having a viscosity suitable for low pressure injection molding, methods for preparing said ceramic formulations, a method of forming a ceramic article from said ceramic formulations, and a ceramic article obtainable therefrom.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 33/04 - Clay; Kaolin
• B28B 1/24 - Producing shaped articles from the material by injection moulding
• B28B 11/24 - Apparatus or processes for treating or working the shaped articles for curing, setting or hardening
• C04B 33/13 - Compounding ingredients
• C04B 33/24 - Manufacture of porcelain or white ware
• C04B 33/30 - Drying methods
• C04B 33/32 - Burning methods
• C04B 35/622 - Forming processes; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products
• C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
• C04B 35/632 - Organic additives
• C04B 35/634 - Polymers
• C04B 35/636 - Polysaccharides or derivatives thereof

Abstract

An alkaline earth metal carbonate, for use in a cosmetic composition, has a BET specific surface area of at least about 60 m2/g. Particles of the alkaline earth metal carbonate are substantially spherical.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 8/19 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing inorganic ingredients
• A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61Q 19/08 - Anti-ageing preparations

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an edible coating composition comprising precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material, wherein the BET surface area of the precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material is about 15 m2/g or less, a suspension comprising the edible coating composition and at least one solvent, an article which is at least partially coated with the edible coating composition or the suspension, and a process for producing an article, wherein the article is at least partially coated with the suspension. The present disclosure is furthermore directed to the use of the precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material (i) for at least partially replacing TiO2 in edible coatings of nutraceutical products, pharmaceutical product, and/or food products and (ii) in an edible coating composition for improving the opacity of coatings and/or reducing crack formation of coatings.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23L 29/00 - Foods or foodstuffs containing additives; Preparation or treatment thereof
• A23L 29/262 - Cellulose; Derivatives thereof, e.g. ethers
• A23P 20/10 - Coating with edible coatings, e.g. with oils or fats

Abstract

Lightweight porous ceramics for use in wastewater treatment, processes for their production and methods of their use are provided. The ceramics are especially suitable to replace the plastic beads that are currently used in biological aerated flooded filter systems (BAFFs) in wastewater treatment plants.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 33/04 - Clay; Kaolin
• B01J 19/30 - Loose or shaped packing elements, e.g. Raschig rings or Berl saddles, for pouring into the apparatus for mass or heat transfer
• C02F 3/10 - Packings; Fillings; Grids
• C04B 33/13 - Compounding ingredients
• C04B 33/32 - Burning methods
• C04B 38/00 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an anti-breaking element comprising a geopolymer, a process for preparing an anti-breaking element, the process comprising: a) providing the skeleton of an anti-breaking element; b) preparing a geopolymer formulation; c) casting the geopolymer formulation of step b) into the skeleton of the anti-breaking element of step a); and d) optionally, removing the skeleton. The present disclosure further relates to the use of a geopolymer as part of an anti-breaking element.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/00 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements
• C04B 14/48 - Metal
• C04B 111/10 - Compositions characterised by the absence of a specified material
• C04B 111/20 - Resistance against chemical, physical or biological attack
• C04B 111/28 - Fire resistance
• E04H 9/06 - Structures arranged in, or forming part of, buildings
• E05G 1/024 - Wall or panel structure
• E06B 5/11 - Doors, windows, or like closures for special purposes; Border constructions therefor for other protective purposes against burglary

Abstract

5050 of at least about 20 μm, a BET specific surface area (BET SSA) of less than about 3.0 m2cc value of at least about 210 nm. The present invention also provides methods for making the coated graphite particulate material, as well as polymer composite compositions comprising said coated graphite particulate materials. The invention further relates to bipolar plates and downstream products such as fuel cells including the bipolar plates which comprise said coated graphite particulate materials.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/21 - After-treatment
• H01M 8/00 - Fuel cells; Manufacture thereof
• H01M 4/86 - Inert electrodes with catalytic activity, e.g. for fuel cells

Abstract

A mica particulate has: (a) a BET specific surface area no less than about 4.5 m2/g; and (b) a lamellarity index no less than about 2.5. A method for preparing the mica particulate comprises classifying a ground mica material, such as a wet ground mica material.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/40 - Compounds of aluminium
• C08J 3/22 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring using masterbatch techniques
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds

Abstract

The present invention relates to abrasive zirconium corundum grains based on Al2O3 and ZrO2 that have been melted in an electrical arc furnace and have a content of—Al2O3 between 52% and 62% by weight,—ZrO2 (+HfO2) between 35.0% and 45.0% by weight, where a total of at least 80% by weight of the ZrO2, based on the total content of ZrO2, is in the tetragonal and/or cubic high-temperature modification,—Si compounds of more than 0.8% by weight, expressed as SiO2,—carbon between 0.03% and 0.5% by weight,—additives between 0.5% and 10% by weight and—raw material-related impurities of less than 3% by weight, where the raw material base for the abrasive grains comprises aluminum oxide, baddeleyite and zircon sand.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives

Abstract

233, based on the total weight of the saggar; and a method of making the saggar.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 35/185 - Mullite
• C04B 35/195 - Alkaline earth aluminosilicates, e.g. cordierite
• C04B 35/64 - Burning or sintering processes
• F27D 5/00 - Supports, screens, or the like for the charge within the furnace
• C04B 38/00 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof

Abstract

A microcrystalline talc particulate having a BET specific surface area no less than about 35 m2/g and one or both of: (a) a d50, by Sedigraph, no greater than about 2.0 5 μm; and (b) a d50, by laser, no greater than about 5.0 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C01B 33/22 - Magnesium silicates

Abstract

Lightweight ceramics and their manufacture and additives used in the manufacturing process to induce porosity, reduce density and to lightweight the ceramic.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 33/04 - Clay; Kaolin
• C04B 33/13 - Compounding ingredients
• C04B 33/32 - Burning methods
• C04B 38/00 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a silane treated composition, and a filled polymer composition comprising such silane treated composition and a polymer for improved mechanical properties; the treatment being in two steps, the first being a treatment with an aqueous silicate, followed by a second treatment with a silane-containing compound; optionally including treatment with an aliphatic carboxylic acid prior to the first treatment.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 9/06 - Ingredients treated with organic substances with silicon-containing compounds
• C08K 3/26 - Carbonates; Bicarbonates
• C08K 9/02 - Ingredients treated with inorganic substances
• C09C 1/02 - Compounds of alkaline earth metals or magnesium
• C09C 3/08 - Treatment with low-molecular-weight organic compounds
• C09C 3/12 - Treatment with organosilicon compounds

Abstract

A substrate coated with a first coating composition comprising an alcohol-based binder and an inorganic particulate material and a second coating composition comprising a latex binder and a phyllosilicate, and methods for making said coated substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• D21H 19/40 - Coatings with pigments characterised by the pigments siliceous, e.g. clays
• D21H 19/58 - Polymers or oligomers of diolefins, aromatic vinyl monomers or unsaturated acids or derivatives thereof
• D21H 19/60 - Polyalkenylalcohols; Polyalkenylethers; Polyalkenylesters
• D21H 19/80 - Paper comprising more than one coating
• D21H 19/82 - Paper comprising more than one coating superposed
• D21H 19/84 - Paper comprising more than one coating on both sides of the substrate
• D21H 21/16 - Sizing or water-repelling agents

Abstract

A particulate material suitable for use as an animal litter comprising a core and a coating layer surrounding the core; an animal litter comprising said particulate material; a method for making said particulate material; and use of the particulate material as an animal litter, particularly a cat litter.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01K 1/015 - Floor coverings, e.g. bedding-down sheets

Abstract

A talc particulate has a BET specific surface area of from about 2.0 m2/g to about 10.0 m250laser 50sedi50sedi of no greater than about 7.5 μm, and a lamellarity index of from about 1.6 to about 5.0, wherein a ratio of the lamellarity index to the BET specific surface area is at least about 0.4.

IPC Classes  ?

• D21H 17/68 - Water-insoluble compounds, e.g. fillers or pigments siliceous, e.g. clays
• D21H 19/40 - Coatings with pigments characterised by the pigments siliceous, e.g. clays

Abstract

5050 from about 150 to about 2000 microns.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
• B01J 20/12 - Naturally occurring clays or bleaching earth
• B01J 20/14 - Diatomaceous earth
• B01J 20/24 - Naturally occurring macromolecular compounds, e.g. humic acids or their derivatives
• B01J 20/26 - Synthetic macromolecular compounds
• B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
• B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating

Abstract

The present invention concerns a novel hydraulic binder with a low CO2 footprint, having a low milled cement clinker content, and exhibiting a higher early strength than existing LC3 type or other SCM containing binders,

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/16 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements containing calcium sulfate cements containing anhydrite
• C04B 24/06 - Carboxylic acids; Salts, anhydrides or esters thereof containing hydroxy groups
• C04B 22/10 - Acids or salts thereof containing carbon in the anion, e.g. carbonates
• C04B 22/14 - Acids or salts thereof containing sulfur in the anion, e.g. sulfides
• C04B 18/14 - Waste materials; Refuse from metallurgical processes
• C04B 14/14 - Minerals of vulcanic origin
• C04B 14/10 - Clay
• C04B 14/28 - Carbonates of calcium
• C04B 14/06 - Quartz; Sand

Abstract

The present invention is concerned with providing a graphite material having the following properties a) a pH of at least 5.4 as described herein; b) Scott density less than or equal to 0.11 g/cm3, measured as described herein; and c) a Raman D/G intensity ratio of 0.220 to 0.420 when measured with a laser having excitation wavelength of 632.8 nm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/20 - Graphite
• C01B 32/21 - After-treatment
• H01M 4/133 - Electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 4/1393 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 4/583 - Carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 10/052 - Li-accumulators
• H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids

Abstract

The present invention relates to a modified clay comprising a clay and a phospholipid, a method of preparing such modified clays, their use, and cosmetic formulations comprising said modified clay.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 33/40 - Clays
• A61K 8/00 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations
• A61Q 17/00 - Barrier preparations; Preparations brought into direct contact with the skin for affording protection against external influences, e.g. sunlight, X-rays or other harmful rays, corrosive materials, bacteria or insect stings
• A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin

Abstract

The present invention relates to blast lances for gas blowing in metallurgical processes, the blast lance comprising a cylindrical lance core and a refractory casing, wherein the said refractory casing comprises n+1 refractory tubular sections and n or more refractory annular structures, wherein each set of two neighbouring refractory tubular sections is connected via a refractory annular structure, and wherein n is an integer of 1 or higher. The invention further relates to the use and method of production of such blast lances.

IPC Classes  ?

• F27D 3/16 - Introducing a fluid jet or current into the charge

Abstract

The present invention relates to a process for preparing a-alumina in supercritical fluids, to a-alumina obtained by the said process and to a-alumina particulates.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01F 7/34 - Preparation of aluminium hydroxide by precipitation from solutions containing aluminium salts
• C01F 7/441 - Dehydration of aluminium oxide or hydroxide, i.e. all conversions of one form into another involving a loss of water by calcination

Abstract

A castable refractory composition comprises: a cement-free refractory particulate composition; and a sol binder; wherein the castable refractory composition comprises a metaphosphate-providing component and/or an orthophosphate-providing component.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 35/10 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides based on aluminium oxide
• C04B 28/00 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements
• C04B 28/34 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements containing cold phosphate binders
• C04B 35/101 - Refractories from grain sized mixtures
• C04B 35/103 - Refractories from grain sized mixtures containing non-oxide refractory materials, e.g. carbon
• C04B 35/66 - Monolithic refractories or refractory mortars, including those whether or not containing clay
• C04B 35/63 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches using additives specially adapted for forming the products

Abstract

Mineral additives and a method for operating a waste-to-energy furnace are provided in order to improve its operational performance and availability, increase the lifetime of the combustor building materials (refractory walls and heat-exchanger metallic tubes) and flue gas treatment equipment, improve ash quality, reduce emissions and avoid combustion problems such as agglomeration, slagging, deposition, and corrosion. A method for operating a waste-to-energy furnace, such as a fluidized bed reactor, pulverized-fuel combustor, grate combustor includes introducing mineral additive into the furnace. The method further includes heating at least a portion of the mineral additive either intimately in contact with the fuel, such that the ability of mineral additive to induce crystallization of the surface of forming ashes is enhanced, or minimizing the contact of the mineral additive with the fuel and the forming ashes, such that the solid-gas reactions between the mineral additive and the volatile compounds in the flue gas are favored and the mineral additive power to capture at least a portion of the inorganic volatile compounds present in the furnace is enhanced.

IPC Classes  ?

• F23K 1/00 - Preparation of lump or pulverulent fuel in readiness for delivery to combustion apparatus
• F23G 7/00 - Methods or apparatus, e.g. incinerators, specially adapted for combustion of specific waste or low grade fuels, e.g. chemicals
• F23G 5/48 - Preventing corrosion
• F23G 7/10 - Methods or apparatus, e.g. incinerators, specially adapted for combustion of specific waste or low grade fuels, e.g. chemicals of field or garden waste

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a coating composition comprising calcium silicate and precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material, a suspension comprising the coating composition and at least one solvent, an article which is at least partially coated with the coating composition or the suspension, and a process for producing an article, wherein the article is at least partially coated with the suspension, and use of the coating composition comprising calcium silicate and precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 4/06 - Chewing gum characterised by the composition
• A61K 33/10 - Carbonates; Bicarbonates
• C01F 11/18 - Carbonates
• C08K 3/26 - Carbonates; Bicarbonates
• C09C 1/02 - Compounds of alkaline earth metals or magnesium
• A23G 3/36 - Sweetmeats, confectionery or marzipan; Processes for the preparation thereof characterised by the composition
• C09C 1/00 - Treatment of specific inorganic materials other than fibrous fillers ; Preparation of carbon black
• C09C 1/30 - Silicic acid

Abstract

Polymer compositions comprising a bioplastic polymer and a talc particulate, uses of a talc particulate in polymer compositions comprising a bioplastic polymer, methods of modifying polymer compositions comprising a bioplastic polymer, and articles of manufacture comprising polymer compositions comprising a bioplastic polymer and a talc particulate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C08L 67/04 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids, e.g. lactones

Abstract

The present invention is directed to compositions comprising carbon black and expanded graphite as well as shaped articles and coatings for substrates comprising the compositions. The present invention also relates to the use thereof and methods for reducing electrical resistivity and providing electromagnetic interference shielding as well as thermal conductivity. The compositions of the invention allow for high electrical conductivity, EMI shielding performance as well as thermal conductivity without compromising rheological properties like fluidity or viscosity, for example measured as the melt flow rate, or mechanical properties such as, impact resistance, tensile strength or elongation at break.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/04 - Carbon
• C08L 77/02 - Polyamides derived from omega-amino carboxylic acids or from lactams thereof
• C08L 23/10 - Homopolymers or copolymers of propene
• C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic

Abstract

Use of mica having a lamellarity index of less than about 3.0 in a pressed powder, pressed powders comprising said mica, and methods for making said pressed powders.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 8/26 - Aluminium; Compounds thereof
• A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61Q 1/12 - Face or body powders, e.g. for grooming, adorning or absorbing

Abstract

Disclosed is a novel cement and aggregate compositions, to uses thereof for protecting surfaces, in particular surfaces likely to be affected by biocorrosion.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/06 - Aluminous cements
• C04B 14/30 - Oxides other than silica

Abstract

The present invention relates to kiln furniture kits for supporting ceramic products, such as for example sanitary ware, during high temperature processes in a kiln. The invention further relates to rolling element holders as part of the kiln furniture kits according to the present invention for deformation and breakage free firing or drying of ceramic products.

IPC Classes  ?

• C21D 9/00 - Heat treatment, e.g. annealing, hardening, quenching or tempering, adapted for particular articles; Furnaces therefor
• F27D 3/00 - Charging; Discharging; Manipulation of charge
• F27D 5/00 - Supports, screens, or the like for the charge within the furnace

Abstract

A method of preparing an aqueous slurry comprising calcium carbonate, the calcium carbonate obtained therefrom and uses thereof including in paper and paperboard.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01F 11/18 - Carbonates

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an anti-breaking element comprising a geopolymer, a process for preparing an anti-breaking element, the process comprising: a) providing the skeleton of an anti-breaking element; b) preparing a geopolymer formulation; c) casting the geopolymer formulation of step b) into the skeleton of the anti-breaking element of step a); and d) optionally, removing the skeleton. The present disclosure further relates to the use of a geopolymer as part of an anti-breaking element.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/00 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements
• E05G 1/00 - Safes or strong-rooms for valuables
• C04B 111/10 - Compositions characterised by the absence of a specified material
• C04B 111/20 - Resistance against chemical, physical or biological attack
• C04B 111/28 - Fire resistance

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an anti-breaking element comprising a geopolymer, a process for preparing an anti-breaking element, the process comprising: a) providing the skeleton of an anti-breaking element; b) preparing a geopolymer formulation; c) casting the geopolymer formulation of step b) into the skeleton of the anti-breaking element of step a); and d) optionally, removing the skeleton. The present disclosure further relates to the use of a geopolymer as part of an anti-breaking element.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/00 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements
• E05G 1/00 - Safes or strong-rooms for valuables

Abstract

A mica particulate has: (a) a BET specific surface area no less than about 4.5 m2/g; and (b) a lamellarity index no less than about 2.5. A method for preparing the mica particulate comprises classifying a ground mica material, such as a wet ground mica material.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/00 - Treatment of specific inorganic materials other than fibrous fillers ; Preparation of carbon black
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds

Abstract

A microcrystalline talc particulate having a BET specific surface area no less than about 35 m2505050, by laser, no greater than about 5.0 µm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C01B 33/22 - Magnesium silicates
• C09C 1/30 - Silicic acid

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a filled composition comprising a substrate, functional filler, and an inorganic additive including a precipitated calcium carbonate for reducing the odour of the filled composition, and related uses, methods and articles of manufacture; the precipitated calcium carbonate having a specific surface area greater than about 18 m2/g, an inter-particle pore volume of at least about 0.05 cm3/g, an intra-particle pore volume of less than about 0.1 cm3/g, and a Dp of less than or equal to about 100 nm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/26 - Carbonates; Bicarbonates
• C08L 23/12 - Polypropene
• C08J 3/20 - Compounding polymers with additives, e.g. colouring
• B29B 7/90 - Fillers or reinforcements
• B29C 48/00 - Extrusion moulding, i.e. expressing the moulding material through a die or nozzle which imparts the desired form; Apparatus therefor

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a kiln furniture T-cassette for supporting ceramic objects to be fired in a kiln, comprising a) supporting object comprising: one or two supporting surface(s) for supporting one or more ceramic object(s) to be fired, and side surfaces; b) one or more feet located on a side surface, wherein said one or more feet are exclusively located on a single side surface; c) at least one of the one or more feet comprising one or more holes and/or recesses suitable for acting as a female engagement portion for appropriately shaped male engagement portions of another kiln furniture cassette, such as another kiln furniture T-cassette; and d) one or more male engagement portions located on a side surface for appropriately shaped female engagement portions of another kiln furniture cassette. The present disclosure further relates to an assembly and a kit-of-parts comprising a T-cassette, a method for forming a kiln furniture assembly for supporting objects to be fired in a kiln using a T-cassette and to the use of a T-cassette for supporting one or more ceramic object(s) to be fired in a kiln

IPC Classes  ?

• F27D 5/00 - Supports, screens, or the like for the charge within the furnace

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a silane treated composition, and a filled polymer composition comprising such silane treated composition and a polymer for improved mechanical properties; the treatment being in two steps, the first being a treatment with an aqueous silicate, followed by a second treatment with a silane-containing compound; optionally including treatment with an aliphatic carboxylic acid prior to the first treatment.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/02 - Compounds of alkaline earth metals or magnesium
• C01F 11/18 - Carbonates
• C08K 9/06 - Ingredients treated with organic substances with silicon-containing compounds
• C08K 9/02 - Ingredients treated with inorganic substances
• C09C 3/08 - Treatment with low-molecular-weight organic compounds
• C09C 3/12 - Treatment with organosilicon compounds

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a silane treated composition, and a filled polymer composition comprising such silane treated composition and a polymer for improved mechanical properties; the treatment being in two steps, the first being a treatment with an aqueous silicate, followed by a second treatment with a silane-containing compound; optionally including treatment with an aliphatic carboxylic acid prior to the first treatment.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/02 - Compounds of alkaline earth metals or magnesium
• C01F 11/18 - Carbonates
• C08K 9/06 - Ingredients treated with organic substances with silicon-containing compounds
• C08K 9/02 - Ingredients treated with inorganic substances
• C09C 3/08 - Treatment with low-molecular-weight organic compounds
• C09C 3/12 - Treatment with organosilicon compounds

Abstract

A particulate material suitable for use as an animal litter comprising a core and a coating layer surrounding the core; an animal litter comprising said particulate material; a method for making said particulate material; and use of the particulate material as an animal litter, particularly a cat litter.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01K 1/015 - Floor coverings, e.g. bedding-down sheets

Abstract

A particulate material suitable for use as an animal litter comprising a core and a coating layer surrounding the core; an animal litter comprising said particulate material; a method for making said particulate material; and use of the particulate material as an animal litter, particularly a cat litter.

IPC Classes  ?

• A01K 1/015 - Floor coverings, e.g. bedding-down sheets

Abstract

An alkaline earth metal carbonate, for use in a cosmetic composition, has a BET specific surface area of at least about 60 m2/g. Particles of the alkaline earth metal carbonate are substantially spherical.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61K 8/19 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing inorganic ingredients
• A61Q 19/08 - Anti-ageing preparations

Abstract

The use of calcium aluminate cement in autoclaved cement products, cementitious compositions suitable for forming the autoclaved cement products, and methods for making the cementitious compositions and autoclaved cement products.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/14 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements containing calcium sulfate cements
• C04B 18/24 - Vegetable refuse, e.g. rice husks, maize-ear refuse; Cellulosic materials, e.g. paper
• C04B 14/06 - Quartz; Sand
• C04B 24/26 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
• C04B 38/02 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof by adding chemical blowing agents
• C04B 40/00 - Processes, in general, for influencing or modifying the properties of mortars, concrete or artificial stone compositions, e.g. their setting or hardening ability

Abstract

Aqueous suspensions comprising a mineral having a silica content equal to or greater than about 40 wt % as a plant fertilizer, wherein the aqueous suspension comprises equal to or less than about 10% (w/v) of the mineral, methods of making said aqueous suspensions, and uses of said aqueous suspensions as a plant fertilizer.

IPC Classes  ?

• C05D 9/00 - Other inorganic fertilisers
• C05G 3/70 - Mixtures of one or more fertilisers with additives not having a specifically fertilising activity for affecting wettability, e.g. drying agents
• C05G 5/27 - Dispersions, e.g. suspensions or emulsions

Abstract

A method of manufacturing a thermally insulating product comprises: (a) forming a mixture comprising solvent and gel network former and optionally foaming agent; (b) dispersing a thermally insulating filler in the mixture; and (c) drying the mixture to form the thermally insulating product.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 9/28 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materials; After-treatment thereof by elimination of a liquid phase from a macromolecular composition or article, e.g. drying of coagulum
• C08K 7/26 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C08J 3/075 - Macromolecular gels
• C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materials; After-treatment thereof
• C08J 9/30 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materials; After-treatment thereof by mixing gases into liquid compositions or plastisols, e.g. frothing with air
• F16L 59/02 - Shape or form of insulating materials, with or without coverings integral with the insulating materials

Abstract

22 footprint, having a low milled cement clinker content, and exhibiting a higher early strength than existing LC3 type or other SCM containing binders.

IPC Classes  ?

• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing
• B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
• C04B 28/04 - Portland cements
• C04B 28/06 - Aluminous cements
• C04B 28/14 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements containing calcium sulfate cements
• C04B 28/02 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements containing hydraulic cements other than calcium sulfates
• C04B 28/08 - Slag cements

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an edible coating composition comprising precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material, wherein the BET surface area of the precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material is about 15 m²/g or less, a suspension comprising the edible coating composition and at least one solvent, an article which is at least partially coated with the edible coating composition or the suspension, and a process for producing an article, wherein the article is at least partially coated with the suspension. The present disclosure is furthermore directed to the use of the precipitated calcium carbonate particulate material (i) for at least partially replacing TiO2 in edible coatings of nutraceutical products, pharmaceutical product, and/or food products and (ii) in an edible coating composition for improving the opacity of coatings and/or reducing crack formation of coatings.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23L 5/42 - Addition of dyes or pigments, e.g. in combination with optical brighteners
• A23P 20/10 - Coating with edible coatings, e.g. with oils or fats
• A61K 9/28 - Dragees; Coated pills or tablets
• C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
• C08K 3/26 - Carbonates; Bicarbonates

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a calcium carbonate particulate material comprising less than about 170 ppm of water soluble magnesium ions based on the total amount of the calcium carbonate particulate material, wherein the amount of water soluble magnesium ions is determined using the method described herein. The present disclosure further relates to methods for preparing the calcium carbonate particulate materials according to the invention and to paint compositions comprising the calcium carbonate particulate materials according to the present disclosure or the calcium carbonate particulate materials obtainable by the methods according to the present disclosure.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01F 11/18 - Carbonates
• C09D 1/00 - Coating compositions, e.g. paints, varnishes or lacquers, based on inorganic substances
• C09C 1/02 - Compounds of alkaline earth metals or magnesium

Abstract

A cement product including a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) including natural aluminosilicate, and optionally metakaolin, and methods of producing the cement product, and methods of use thereof are provided. The natural aluminosilicate may have, for example, a d97 less than or equal to about 19 μm; and may have a d10 less than or equal to about 2 μm. The product may also have improved chloride permeability as compared to cement products including natural aluminosilicates having higher d97 and d10 values. Also, the product may also have improved compressive strength and RCPT values when a portion of the natural aluminosilicate in the SCM is replaced with metakaolin.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/04 - Portland cements
• C04B 111/21 - Efflorescence resistance

Abstract

Methods for making a synthetic mineral and methods for making synthetic mineral precursors and the products of said methods.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 33/22 - Magnesium silicates
• C01G 17/00 - Compounds of germanium

Abstract

The present invention relates to friction materials comprising graphite having a c/2 of 0.3358 nm or less and a spring-back of 40% or more, such as 41% or more. The invention further relates to methods of making and uses of such friction materials.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16D 69/02 - Composition of linings
• C01B 32/21 - After-treatment
• C09C 1/46 - Graphite
• C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds

Abstract

Compositions suitable for the purification of liquids, methods for making said compositions, and the uses of said compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01J 20/12 - Naturally occurring clays or bleaching earth
• A23L 5/49 - Removing colour by chemical reaction, e.g. bleaching
• C11B 3/10 - Refining fats or fatty oils by adsorption
• B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
• B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties

Abstract

A geopolymer foam composition, an article comprising a geopolymer foam composition, methods for making a geopolymer foam composition, and uses of a geopolymer foam composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/00 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements
• C04B 38/02 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof by adding chemical blowing agents
• C04B 38/10 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof by using foaming agents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a ceramic paste composition comprising a matrix and water, wherein the matrix comprises, based on the total weight of the matrix: about 98 wt % to about 100 wt % of minerals of which at least 30 wt % are phyllosilicates and less than about 2 wt % organic additive; and wherein water is present from about 18 wt % to about 28 wt % based on the total weight of the ceramic paste composition. The present invention also relates to a method of forming a 3D structure using the ceramic paste composition of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
• B28B 1/00 - Producing shaped articles from the material
• B33Y 70/00 - Materials specially adapted for additive manufacturing

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for manufacturing a hydraulic binder including a calcium aluminate, which involves: a) providing a composition including a lime C source compound and an alumina source compound, the composition including at most 95% lime C and alumina, and at least 23% alumina, by weight relative to the total weight of dry matter of the composition; b) placing the composition provided in step a) in a moisture-saturated environment, at a hydration temperature of between 40° C. and 150° C., so as to precipitate hydrated phases containing at least one aluminium oxide combined with a calcium oxide and with water; and c) subjecting the precipitates obtained in step b) to a baking temperature of between 200° C. and 1300° C., for at least 15 minutes.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 7/32 - Aluminous cements
• B01J 23/02 - Catalysts comprising metals or metal oxides or hydroxides, not provided for in group of the alkali- or alkaline earth metals or beryllium
• C01F 7/164 - Calcium aluminates
• C04B 7/44 - Burning; Melting
• C04B 28/06 - Aluminous cements
• C04B 111/00 - Function, property or use of the mortars, concrete or artificial stone

Abstract

A method of manufacturing an expanded granular material comprises: forming a mixture comprising a silicate material, an alkali compound and water; curing the mixture to form a solid precursor; crushing and/or milling the solid precursor to form an expandable granular material; and heating the granular material to form an expanded granular material.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 18/02 - Agglomerated materials
• C04B 20/00 - Use of materials as fillers for mortars, concrete or artificial stone according to more than one of groups and characterised by shape or grain distribution; Treatment of materials according to more than one of the groups specially adapted to enhance their filling properties in mortars, concrete or artificial stone; Expanding or defibrillating materials
• C04B 12/04 - Alkali metal or ammonium silicate cements
• C09K 21/02 - Inorganic materials
• A01G 24/42 - Growth substrates; Culture media; Apparatus or methods therefor characterised by their structure of granular or aggregated structure
• A01G 24/10 - Growth substrates; Culture media; Apparatus or methods therefor based on or containing inorganic material
• C03B 19/08 - Other methods of shaping glass by foaming

Abstract

A flux delivery apparatus for delivering flux to a mold during a continuous casting process comprises: one or more flux outlets for delivering flux to the mold; one or more actuators operable to actuate movement of the one or more flux outlets relative to the mold; and a controller configured to operate the one or more actuators to move the one or more flux outlets relative to the mold.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22D 11/07 - Lubricating the moulds
• B22D 11/108 - Feeding additives, powders, or the like
• B22D 11/111 - Treating the molten metal by using protecting powders
• B22D 11/16 - Controlling or regulating processes or operations

Abstract

23223222222, - carbon between 0.03% and 0.5% by weight, - additives between 0.5% and 10% by weight and - raw material-related impurities of less than 3% by weight, where the raw material basis for the abrasive grains comprises aluminium oxide, baddeleyite and zircon sand.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
• C04B 35/106 - Refractories from grain sized mixtures containing zirconium oxide or zircon (ZrSiO4)
• C04B 35/653 - Processes involving a melting step

Abstract

The present invention relates to blast lances for gas blowing in metallurgical processes, the blast lance comprising a cylindrical lance core and a refractory casing, wherein the said refractory casing comprises n + 1 refractory tubular sections and n or more refractory annular structures, wherein each set of two neighbouring refractory tubular sections is connected via a refractory annular structure, and wherein n is an integer of 1 or higher. The invention further relates to the use and method of production of such blast lances.

IPC Classes  ?

• C21C 5/46 - Constructional features of converters - Details or accessories
• F27B 3/22 - Arrangements of air or gas supply devices
• F27D 3/16 - Introducing a fluid jet or current into the charge

Abstract

The present invention relates to blast lances for gas blowing in metallurgical processes, the blast lance comprising a cylindrical lance core and a refractory casing, wherein the said refractory casing comprises n + 1 refractory tubular sections and n or more refractory annular structures, wherein each set of two neighbouring refractory tubular sections is connected via a refractory annular structure, and wherein n is an integer of 1 or higher. The invention further relates to the use and method of production of such blast lances.

IPC Classes  ?

• C21C 5/46 - Constructional features of converters - Details or accessories
• F27D 3/16 - Introducing a fluid jet or current into the charge
• F27B 3/22 - Arrangements of air or gas supply devices

Abstract

A talc particulate, a polymer composition comprising said talc particulate, methods of making said talc particulate and said polymer composition, and the various uses of said talc particulate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/02 - Compounds of alkaline earth metals or magnesium
• C09C 1/30 - Silicic acid
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds

Abstract

Pumping apparatus comprises a granular material pump assembly and a distributor having a distribution end for distributing granular material. The granular material pump assembly is configured to pump granular material through the distributor towards the distribution end. The distributor is configured to permit granular material to exit the distributor at the distribution end when an amount of granular material pumped towards the distribution end exceeds a threshold, for example wherein the distributor comprises a valve assembly configured to permit granular material to exit the distributor at the distribution end when the amount of granular material pumped towards the distribution end exceeds the threshold, optionally wherein the valve assembly comprises a valve configured to open to permit granular material to exit the distributor at the distribution end when the amount of granular material pumped towards the distribution end exceeds the threshold.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65G 53/46 - Gates or sluices, e.g. rotary wheels
• F04B 15/02 - Pumps adapted to handle specific fluids, e.g. by selection of specific materials for pumps or pump parts the fluids being viscous or non-homogeneous

Abstract

Use of mica having a lamellarity index of less than about 3.0 in a pressed powder, pressed powders comprising said mica, and methods for making said pressed powders.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61K 8/26 - Aluminium; Compounds thereof
• A61K 8/27 - Zinc; Compounds thereof
• A61K 8/34 - Alcohols
• A61K 8/37 - Esters of carboxylic acids
• A61Q 1/12 - Face or body powders, e.g. for grooming, adorning or absorbing

Abstract

A mineral filler comprising talc and wollastonite is used in a polymer composition to improve the scratch resistance and/or reduce the thermal expansion coefficient anisotropy of the polymer composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C08K 5/103 - Esters; Ether-esters of monocarboxylic acids with polyalcohols
• C08K 7/00 - Use of ingredients characterised by shape

Abstract

The present invention relates to novel compositions based on cement and granular material as well as to the uses thereof for protecting surfaces, in particular surfaces susceptible of being affected by biocorrosion.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/06 - Aluminous cements

Abstract

The present invention relates to novel compositions based on cement and granular material as well as to the uses thereof for protecting surfaces, in particular surfaces susceptible of being affected by biocorrosion.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/06 - Aluminous cements
• C09D 5/08 - Anti-corrosive paints
• C04B 111/23 - Acid resistance

Abstract

The present invention relates to kiln furniture kits for supporting ceramic products, such as for example sanitary ware, during high temperature processes in a kiln. The invention further relates to rolling element holders as part of the kiln furniture kits according to the present invention for deformation and breakage free firing or drying of ceramic products.

IPC Classes  ?

• C21D 9/00 - Heat treatment, e.g. annealing, hardening, quenching or tempering, adapted for particular articles; Furnaces therefor
• F27D 3/02 - Skids or tracks for heavy objects
• F27D 5/00 - Supports, screens, or the like for the charge within the furnace
• F27D 3/00 - Charging; Discharging; Manipulation of charge

Abstract

The present invention relates to a loading device for loading particulate material, comprising a body with a first opening and a second opening, wherein a gasket is arranged at the first opening. The present invention also relates to a mixing device with a loading device according to the invention and a method of loading particulate material using the loading device according to the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65G 69/18 - Preventing escape of dust
• B08B 15/00 - Preventing escape of dirt or fumes from the area where they are produced; Collecting or removing dirt or fumes from that area
• B28C 5/08 - Apparatus or methods for producing mixtures of cement with other substances, e.g. slurries, mortars, porous or fibrous compositions using driven mechanical means affecting the mixing
• B65B 1/16 - Methods of, or means for, filling the material into the containers or receptacles by pneumatic means, e.g. by suction
• B65B 69/00 - Unpacking of articles or materials, not otherwise provided for

Abstract

2-free coating compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
• C08K 3/26 - Carbonates; Bicarbonates
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C08L 27/06 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl chloride

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to surface-functionalized carbonaceous particles, optionally in agglomerated form, methods for making such surface-functionalized carbonaceous particles and their use, for example as conductive additives in battery electrodes. The surface-functionalized carbonaceous particles are for example obtainable by milling a non-graphitic carbon material, followed by subsequent functionalization through controlled oxidation. The surface-functionalized carbonaceous particles can be used as additive in battery electrodes. The disclosure also pertains to dispersions of such carbonaceous materials in a liquid medium and their use as, among others, conductive coatings. Polymer compounds filled with the surface-functionalized carbonaceous particles are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/05 - Preparation or purification of carbon not covered by groups , , ,
• C09C 1/56 - Treatment of carbon black
• H01M 4/133 - Electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx

Abstract

The use of a particulate mineral as an anti-pollution agent in a composition for application to skin and/or keratin materials, a method for protecting skin and/or keratin materials from pollution, a composition comprising a particulate mineral and a method of making said composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 8/25 - Silicon; Compounds thereof
• A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
• A61K 8/19 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing inorganic ingredients
• A61K 8/96 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing materials, or derivatives thereof, of undetermined constitution
• A61K 8/26 - Aluminium; Compounds thereof
• A61K 8/99 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing materials, or derivatives thereof, of undetermined constitution from microorganisms other than algae or fungi, e.g. protozoa or bacteria
• A61Q 17/00 - Barrier preparations; Preparations brought into direct contact with the skin for affording protection against external influences, e.g. sunlight, X-rays or other harmful rays, corrosive materials, bacteria or insect stings
• A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin
• A61Q 19/10 - Washing or bathing preparations
• A61Q 5/12 - Preparations containing hair conditioners
• A61Q 5/02 - Preparations for cleaning the hair
• A61K 8/04 - Dispersions; Emulsions
• A61K 8/06 - Emulsions

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to compositions comprising at least one carbonaceous particulate material comprised of synthetic graphite particles having a BET specific surface area (SSA) of equal to or less than 4 m2/g, and further comprising between about 5 and about 75% (w/w) of at least one carbonaceous particulate material comprised of natural graphite particles coated with non-graphitic carbon and having a BET SSA of equal to or less than 8 m2/g. Such compositions are particularly useful as active material for negative electrodes in, e.g., lithium-ion batteries and the like in view of their overall favorable electrochemical properties, particularly for automotive and energy storage applications. The present disclosure also relates to the use of said non-graphitic carbon-coated natural graphite particles for preparing compositions that are suitable for being used as an active material in a negative electrode of, e.g., a lithium ion battery. The non-graphitic carbon-coated natural graphite particles described herein are also useful as a carbonaceous additive to increase, e.g., the energy density and charge rate performance of a lithium-ion battery while maintaining the power density of the cell compared to a cell with an anode absent the carbonaceous additive.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 32/21 - After-treatment
• H01M 4/133 - Electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 4/1393 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
• H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
• H01M 10/052 - Li-accumulators
• H01M 10/0562 - Solid materials
• H01M 4/587 - Carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx for inserting or intercalating light metals
• H01M 4/02 - Electrodes composed of, or comprising, active material

Abstract

3 primary crystals with a crystal size of between 20 μm and 100 μm. The agglomerate abrasive grain has a closed macroporosity with a pore volume of between 5% by volume and 30% by volume, wherein the average pore diameter of the closed macropores is between 10 μm and 100 μm and their maximum pore diameter is in the range of approx. 120 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
• C04B 35/117 - Composites
• C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
• C04B 35/63 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches using additives specially adapted for forming the products

Abstract

This disclosure describes a process for preparing silica-coated calcium carbonate particles, involving the steps of preparing an aqueous carbonate slurry containing calcium carbonate particles, adding at least one silicate composition to the aqueous carbonate slurry to obtain a carbonate-silicate slurry, lowering a pH of the carbonate-silicate slurry by adding at least one acidic compound to obtain a pH-adjusted slurry containing the silica-coated calcium carbonate particles, and isolating the silica-coated calcium carbonate particles—in which at the adding of the acidic compound is controlled such that a final pH of the pH-adjusted slurry ranges from about 7 to about 10, and the silica-coated calcium carbonate particles include a porous coating having an average pore diameter ranging from 2 nm to 50 nm. This disclosure also describes articles and compositions containing the silica-coated calcium carbonate particles, as well as hollow silica spheres formed from the silica-coated calcium carbonate particles.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 7/62 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic modified by treatment with other compounds
• A61K 6/76 - Fillers comprising silicon-containing compounds
• A61K 6/60 - Preparations for dentistry comprising organic or organo-metallic additives
• A61K 8/19 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by the composition containing inorganic ingredients
• A61K 8/25 - Silicon; Compounds thereof
• A61K 8/365 - Hydroxycarboxylic acids; Ketocarboxylic acids
• B01J 20/04 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising compounds of alkali metals, alkaline earth metals or magnesium
• B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
• C01B 33/193 - Preparation of finely divided silica neither in sol nor in gel form; After-treatment thereof by acidic treatment of silicates of aqueous solutions of silicates
• D21H 17/68 - Water-insoluble compounds, e.g. fillers or pigments siliceous, e.g. clays
• D21H 17/00 - Non-fibrous material added to the pulp, characterised by its constitution; Paper-impregnating material characterised by its constitution
• D21H 17/67 - Water-insoluble compounds, e.g. fillers or pigments
• A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form
• C09D 7/40 - Additives
• A61K 6/17 - Particle size
• A61K 8/11 - Encapsulated compositions
• A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin
• B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
• C09C 1/02 - Compounds of alkaline earth metals or magnesium
• C09D 13/00 - Pencil-leads; Crayon compositions; Chalk compositions

Abstract

5050, of from about 0.1 µm to about 5 µm as measured by sedimentation using a Sedigraph and comprise: i) at least about 70 weight percent of zirconium dioxide; ii) up to 15 weight percent of silica; iii) from about 0.1 to about 15 weight percent of one or more metal oxides selected from magnesium oxide, calcium oxide, yttrium oxide, scandium oxide, hafnium oxide, ytterbium oxide, aluminium oxide and cerium oxide; and iv) at least about 97 weight percent of a combination of i) ii) and iii), wherein the zirconium dioxide weight percent of i) is an equivalent zirconium dioxide weight percent as determined by XRF; the weight percent of the silica of ii) is an equivalent silica weight percentage as determined by XRF; the one or more metal oxide weight percent of iii) is an equivalent one or more metal oxide weight percent as determined by XRF; and wherein the weight percentages of i), ii), iii) and iv) are each based on the total weight of the pigment particles. The present invention is also relates to the use of the paint compositions herein and methods of preparation thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/00 - Treatment of specific inorganic materials other than fibrous fillers ; Preparation of carbon black
• C09D 125/14 - Copolymers of styrene with unsaturated esters
• C08K 3/22 - Oxides; Hydroxides of metals
• C08K 3/36 - Silica

Abstract

A resin or curing agent composition for making a coating composition, a kit for making a coating composition, and a dry coating composition, particularly for application to flooring materials, and methods for making said compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resins; Compositions of derivatives of epoxy resins
• C09D 163/00 - Coating compositions based on epoxy resins; Coating compositions based on derivatives of epoxy resins
• C08G 59/50 - Amines

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a filled composition comprising a substrate, functional filler, and an inorganic additive including a precipitated calcium carbonate for reducing the odour of the filled composition, and related uses, methods and articles of manufacture; the precipitated calcium carbonate having a specific surface area greater than about 18 m2/g, an inter-particle pore volume of at least about 0.05 cm3/g, an intra¬ particle pore volume of less than about 0.1 cm3/g, and a Dp of less than or equal to about 100 nm.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 3/26 - Carbonates; Bicarbonates

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to the use of kaolin as an opacifier in cosmetic compositions, cosmetic compositions comprising kaolin and methods of making said cosmetic compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C11D 9/20 - Pigments; Fillers; Abrasives
• A61K 8/26 - Aluminium; Compounds thereof
• A61Q 5/00 - Preparations for care of the hair
• A61Q 19/00 - Preparations for care of the skin
• A61Q 19/10 - Washing or bathing preparations

Abstract

The present invention relates to methods for forming bonded particulate refractory materials for use in metal-working, comprising the steps of providing a fine particulate metal oxide, providing an aqueous alkaline composition, providing a particulate refractory mould material, mixing the said fine particulate metal oxide, the said aqueous alkaline composition and the said particulate refractory mould material, and shooting the obtained mixture in a core shooter. Substantially all the water included in the obtained mixture is derived from the aqueous alkaline solution and optionally the surfactant. Also part of the present invention are materials and articles obtained according to the method, as well as particulate compositions for use in the method.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22C 1/18 - Compositions of refractory mould or core materials; Grain structures thereof; Chemical or physical features in the formation or manufacture of moulds characterised by the use of binding agents; Mixtures of binding agents of inorganic agents
• C04B 28/26 - Silicates of the alkali metals
• C04B 14/06 - Quartz; Sand
• C04B 14/08 - Diatomaceous earth
• C04B 14/10 - Clay
• C04B 14/18 - Perlite
• C04B 14/20 - Mica; Vermiculite
• C04B 14/30 - Oxides other than silica
• C04B 18/08 - Flue dust
• C04B 18/14 - Waste materials; Refuse from metallurgical processes
• C04B 40/02 - Selection of the hardening environment

Abstract

Methods for increasing the stability of a slag using a source of silica and a source of boron ions, and compositions for use in said methods.

IPC Classes  ?

• C03C 3/064 - Glass compositions containing silica with less than 40% silica by weight containing boron
• C03C 3/091 - Glass compositions containing silica with 40% to 90% silica by weight containing boron containing aluminium
• C03C 10/00 - Devitrified glass ceramics, i.e. glass ceramics having a crystalline phase dispersed in a glassy phase and constituting at least 50% by weight of the total composition
• C03C 10/04 - Silicate or polysilicate crystalline phase, e.g. mullite, diopside, sphene, plagioclase

Abstract

The present invention relates to a clear coating composition comprising a perlite, wherein the median particle size, d50, of the perlite is in the range of 0.5 and 25 μm, a method of making clear coating compositions and their use in coating an article or substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 7/61 - Additives non-macromolecular inorganic
• C08K 7/20 - Glass
• C08L 33/08 - Homopolymers or copolymers of acrylic acid esters

Abstract

Use of an aqueous suspension comprising a mineral having a silica content equal to or greater than 40 wt% as a plant fertilizer, wherein the aqueous suspension comprises equal to or less than 10 % (w/v) of the mineral. A method of fertilizing a plant, the method comprising making said aqueous suspension and applying the it to the seed, plant or growing substrate, for example soil, surrounding a seed or plant. A concentrated slurry of a mineral having a silica content equal to or greater than 40 wt%, wherein the concentrated slurry has a solids content equal to or greater than 20 wt% or equal to or greater than 30 wt% and a viscosity ranging from 60 cP to 2000 cP or from t 60 cP to 700 cP. A method of making said slurry, the method comprising mixing a mineral having a silica content equal to or greater than t 40 wt% with water. A method of making said aqueous suspension, the method comprising diluting said concentrated slurry.

IPC Classes  ?

• C05D 9/02 - Other inorganic fertilisers containing trace elements
• C05G 3/70 - Mixtures of one or more fertilisers with additives not having a specifically fertilising activity for affecting wettability, e.g. drying agents
• C05G 5/27 - Dispersions, e.g. suspensions or emulsions

Abstract

The use of calcium aluminate cement in autoclaved cement products, cementitious compositions suitable for forming the autoclaved cement products, and methods for making the cementitious compositions and autoclaved cement products.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/06 - Aluminous cements

Abstract

A method of manufacturing a thermally insulating product comprises: (a) forming a mixture comprising solvent and gel network former and optionally foaming agent; (b) dispersing a thermally insulating filler in the mixture; and (c) drying the mixture to form the thermally insulating product.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 9/00 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materials; After-treatment thereof
• C08J 9/28 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materials; After-treatment thereof by elimination of a liquid phase from a macromolecular composition or article, e.g. drying of coagulum
• C08J 9/30 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materials; After-treatment thereof by mixing gases into liquid compositions or plastisols, e.g. frothing with air
• C04B 14/04 - Silica-rich materials; Silicates
• C04B 38/00 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof
• C04B 38/06 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof by burning-out added substances
• C04B 38/10 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof by using foaming agents
• C08K 3/34 - Silicon-containing compounds
• C04B 14/18 - Perlite

Abstract

A method for drying and optionally functionalizing a synthetic phyllosilicate and the synthetic phyllosilicates obtained by and/or obtainable by said method.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 33/38 - Layered base-exchange silicates, e.g. clays, micas or alkali metal silicates of kenyaite or magadiite type

Abstract

A method of manufacturing a mineral product for a mould flux for use in metal casting comprises: providing a precursor material comprising hydrated calcium silicate; and calcining the precursor material at a temperature equal to or greater than about 800°C to produce a calcined material comprising calcium silicate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B22D 11/108 - Feeding additives, powders, or the like
• C01B 33/24 - Alkaline earth metal silicates

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a cosmetic composition comprising a cosmetically acceptable carrier and at least 2.5% by weight of calcined kaolin relative to the total weight of the composition. It also relates to a cosmetic method for reducing the gloss of the skin and to the use of calcined kaolin as a mattifying agent in a cosmetic composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• A61K 8/26 - Aluminium; Compounds thereof
• C09C 1/42 - Clays
• A61Q 1/02 - Preparations containing skin colorants, e.g. pigments
• A61K 8/02 - Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations characterised by special physical form

Abstract

Minerals (e.g. silica- or silicate-based minerals) having good oil- and/or water-absorption capacities and/or good flowability, mineral composites comprising first and second mineral components having good oil- and/or water-absorption capacities and/or good flowability, methods of making said minerals and mineral composites and the uses of said minerals and mineral composites, for example in animal feed or fertilizer compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 33/24 - Alkaline earth metal silicates
• B01J 20/10 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material comprising silica or silicate
• B01J 20/14 - Diatomaceous earth
• B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating
• B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
• C05G 5/00 - Fertilisers characterised by their form
• A23K 20/28 - Silicates, e.g. perlites, zeolites or bentonites
• A61K 8/25 - Silicon; Compounds thereof
• A61Q 15/00 - Anti-perspirants or body deodorants
• C01B 33/18 - Preparation of finely divided silica neither in sol nor in gel form; After-treatment thereof

Abstract

Methods for making a synthetic mineral and methods for making synthetic mineral precursors and the products of said methods.

IPC Classes  ?

• C01B 33/20 - Silicates
• C01B 33/40 - Clays

Abstract

The present invention relates to sintered polycrystalline flat-shaped geometrically structured ceramic abrasive elements designed for the use in resin bonded wheels, particularly in cut-off wheels. The present invention also relates to a method of making such sintered polycrystalline flat-shaped geometrically structured ceramic abrasive elements and the use thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• B24D 3/28 - Resins
• B24D 5/12 - Cut-off wheels

Abstract

A cement product including a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) including natural aluminosilicate, and optionally metakaolin, and methods of producing the cement product, and methods of use thereof are provided. The natural aluminosilicate may have, for example, a d97 less than or equal to about 19 μm; and may have a d10 less than or equal to about 2 μm. The product may also have improved chloride permeability as compared to cement products including natural aluminosilicates having higher d97 and d10 values. Also, the product may also have improved compressive strength and RCPT values when a portion of the natural aluminosilicate in the SCM is replaced with metakaolin.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/04 - Portland cements
• C04B 7/13 - Mixtures thereof with inorganic cementitious materials, e.g. Portland cements

Abstract

The present invention relates to friction materials comprising graphite having a c/2 of 0.3358 nm or less and a spring - back of 40% or more, such as 41% or more. The invention further relates to methods of making and uses of such friction materials.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09C 1/46 - Graphite
• C09C 1/56 - Treatment of carbon black
• C08K 3/22 - Oxides; Hydroxides of metals
• C08K 7/06 - Elements
• F16D 69/00 - Friction linings; Attachment thereof; Selection of coacting friction substances or surfaces
• C01B 32/20 - Graphite
• F16D 13/60 - Clutching elements
• F16D 69/02 - Composition of linings

Abstract

An artificial geological barrier, compositions for use in artificial geological barriers, methods of making said artificial geological barriers and composition, and uses of said artificial geological barriers and compositions.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 17/04 - Soil-conditioning materials or soil-stabilising materials containing inorganic compounds only applied in a physical form other than a solution or a grout, e.g. as granules or gases
• E02D 3/12 - Consolidating by placing solidifying or pore-filling substances in the soil
• E02D 31/00 - Protective arrangements for foundations or foundation structures; Ground foundation measures for protecting the soil or the subsoil water, e.g. preventing or counteracting oil pollution

Abstract

A method of forming a composite particulate material by Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) comprises: contacting fluidised particles of a first material with a precursor gas in the presence of a catalyst in a reaction chamber of a fluidised bed reactor at a pressure greater than about 100 Torr; and heating the reaction chamber to a temperature at which the precursor gas, in the presence of the catalyst, decomposes to deposit nanostructures of a second material onto the fluidised particles of the first material. The method is particularly suited to the large-scale production of composite particulate materials.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01M 4/04 - Processes of manufacture in general
• H01M 4/133 - Electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 4/1393 - Processes of manufacture of electrodes based on carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx
• H01M 4/36 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids
• H01M 4/38 - Selection of substances as active materials, active masses, active liquids of elements or alloys
• H01M 4/587 - Carbonaceous material, e.g. graphite-intercalation compounds or CFx for inserting or intercalating light metals
• H01M 4/62 - Selection of inactive substances as ingredients for active masses, e.g. binders, fillers
• C23C 16/442 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition (CVD) processes characterised by the method of coating using fluidised bed processes
• C23C 16/44 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition (CVD) processes characterised by the method of coating
• C23C 16/24 - Deposition of silicon only
• C23C 16/08 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition (CVD) processes characterised by the deposition of metallic material from metal halides
• C23C 16/18 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition (CVD) processes characterised by the deposition of metallic material from metallo-organic compounds

Abstract

A geopolymer foam composition, an article comprising a geopolymer foam composition, methods for making a geopolymer foam composition, and uses of a geopolymer foam composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 28/00 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing inorganic binders or the reaction product of an inorganic and an organic binder, e.g. polycarboxylate cements
• C04B 38/02 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof by adding chemical blowing agents
• C04B 38/10 - Porous mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramic ware; Preparation thereof by using foaming agents