18292540. Development Of Novel Hydrophilic Pinning Mat simplified abstract (Merck Patent GmbH)
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Development Of Novel Hydrophilic Pinning Mat
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Edward W. Ng of Belle Mead NJ (US)
Development Of Novel Hydrophilic Pinning Mat - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18292540 titled 'Development Of Novel Hydrophilic Pinning Mat
The invention pertains to random copolymers containing a repeat unit of structure (I) and at least one other type of repeat unit of structure (A), with structure (A) including alkyl bearing repeat units of structure (I), trialkylsilyloxy bearing repeat units of structure (II), and crosslinking repeat units of structure (III).
- The random copolymers described in the invention have a unique composition that includes various types of repeat units with specific functionalities.
- These copolymers are free of thermal acid generators, photoacid generators, thermal radical generators, or photo-radical generators, making them suitable for specific applications.
- The process outlined in the invention allows for the production of hydrophilic MAT coatings for use in directed self-assembly processing, showcasing the versatility and practicality of the copolymers.
Potential Applications: The copolymers can be used in various industries such as electronics, biotechnology, and materials science for applications requiring specific functionalities and properties.
Problems Solved: The invention addresses the need for copolymers with tailored functionalities and compositions for specialized applications, filling a gap in the market for such materials.
Benefits: The copolymers offer a wide range of benefits including enhanced performance, versatility, and compatibility with specific processes, leading to improved outcomes in various applications.
Commercial Applications: The copolymers can be commercialized for use in manufacturing processes, research and development, and product design in industries requiring advanced materials with specific properties.
Questions about the technology: 1. How do the unique compositions of the copolymers contribute to their performance in directed self-assembly processing? 2. What specific industries can benefit the most from the use of these copolymers in their applications?
Frequently Updated Research: Ongoing research on the optimization of the copolymer compositions and their applications in different industries is crucial for further advancements in the field.
Original Abstract Submitted
The invention relates to a random copolymers which comprise a repeat unit of structure (I) and at least one other type of repeat unit of structure (A), structure (A) comprising: an alkyl bearing repeat units of structure (I), Formula (I), a trialkylsilyloxy bearing repeat units of structure (II), Formula (II), at least one type of crosslinking repeat units of structure (III), Formula (III), and compositions comprising this random copolymer and other compositions which comprise a random copolymer which has a repeat unit of structure (I), Formula (I) and at least one other repeat unit derived from an alkyl 2-methylenealkanoate or a or an alkyl methacrylate, wherein said alkyloxy moiety is substituted with a crosslinking functionality selected from a trialkylsilyloxy, an oxirane, a trialkyloxysilyl, and an anthracene which are free of a thermal acid generator, photoacid generator, thermal radical generator, or photo-radical generator and the process of producing hydrophilic MAT coatings from these compostions for use in directed self-assembly processing.
