DESCRIPTION

A sol gel of a low molecular weight silane-functionalized polymer with two metal alkoxides provides optical "hot melt" abrasion . The inorganic components are normally a mixture of two metal alkoxides. These inorganic/organic hybrid materials combine the mechanical strength and stability of inorganic materials with the flexibility, good processibilty and film-forming ability of organic materials . This disclosure describes new compositions of matter extending U.S. Patent #5,316,855.

Benefits:

A sol-gel of a low molecular weight silane-functionalized polymer with two metal alkoxides. These inorganic/organic hybrid materials combine the mechanical strength and stability of inorganic materials with the flexibility, good processibility and film-forming ability of organic materials. As a result, the coating compositions in this invention show better optical "hot melt" abrasion resistance than the current top commercial abrasion resistant coatings.

STATUS: Under review for patent application

CONTACT

Mr. Michael J. Martin
VTIP Disclosure Number: 95-043
Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc.
Phone: 540-231-8999 
Fax: 540-231-5207 
E-mail: martinmj@vt.edu

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