18574218. COMPOSITION FOR MAKING COMPRESSED CLEANING ARTICLES simplified abstract (3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY)

COMPOSITION FOR MAKING COMPRESSED CLEANING ARTICLES

Organization Name

3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Chunjie Zhang of Shoreview MN (US)

Yifan Zhang of Woodbury MN (US)

Douglas M. Williams of Stillwater MN (US)

Siwei Leng of Woodbury MN (US)

Sedat Gunes of Minneapolis MN (US)

COMPOSITION FOR MAKING COMPRESSED CLEANING ARTICLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18574218 titled 'COMPOSITION FOR MAKING COMPRESSED CLEANING ARTICLES

The present invention is a cleaning composition that includes a binder, a gas generator, an acid, and at least about 0.1% water. The cleaning article has specific hardness and dissolution time requirements.

• Binder, gas generator, acid, and water are key components of the cleaning composition.
• The cleaning article must have an aged Shore A hardness of at least about 10 and an aged Shore D hardness of up to about 100.
• The dissolution time of the cleaning article should be between about 1 minute and about 60 minutes.

Potential Applications: - Industrial cleaning products - Household cleaning solutions - Automotive cleaning agents

Problems Solved: - Efficient and effective cleaning of various surfaces - Controlled dissolution for optimal cleaning results

Benefits: - Versatile cleaning capabilities - Customizable hardness and dissolution time - Enhanced cleaning performance

Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Cleaning Composition for Various Industries This technology can be used in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and household cleaning products. The customizable features make it suitable for a wide range of applications, offering superior cleaning performance.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the binder contribute to the cleaning composition's effectiveness? The binder helps hold the components together and ensures the cleaning composition stays intact during use, providing consistent cleaning results.

2. What role does the gas generator play in the cleaning process? The gas generator releases gas that helps activate the cleaning agents, enhancing their effectiveness in removing dirt and grime.

Original Abstract Submitted

The present invention is a cleaning composition including a binder, a gas generator, an acid, and at least about 0.1% water. The cleaning article has an aged Shore A hardness of at least about 10, an aged Shore D hardness of up to about 100, and a dissolution time of between about 1 minute and about 60 minutes.