This is our latest selection of worldwide publications and patents in english on Thermosets, between many scientific online journals, classified and focused on thermoset, epoxy resin, bakelite, cross-linking, melamine resin, phenolic resin, polyurethane, curing, polyimide, polyester resin, vinyl ester resin, silicone resin, thiolyte, vitrimer, bismaleimide resin, post-curing, polybenzoxazine, cyanate ester resin and polybenzoxazine.
Dual Flame-Retardant and Curing-Agent Effects of Phytic Acid–Guanazole as an Additive in Fire-Protective Coatings for Wood
Published on 2025-04-25 by Xue Zheng, Yongjin Zou, Cuili Xiang, An Wei, Yuhong Wei, Lixian Sun @MDPI
Abstract: Recent research has focused on developing environmentally friendly flame-retardant coatings to improve the fire resistance of wood. In this study, phytic acid–guanazole (PG), a dual-functional compound synthesized through an ionic reaction between phytic acid and guanazole, was added to KH550-modified urea–formaldehyde resin (KUF) as both a curing agent and flame retardant. The −PO43− groups from phytic acid act as an acid source to acceler[...]
Our summary: Phytic acid-guanazole enhances fire resistance in wood coatings by acting as a dual flame-retardant and curing agent. The compound accelerates char formation and releases non-combustible gases, improving flame retardancy. Additionally, it reduces curing temperature, strengthens char layers, and outperforms conventional tannic acid in fire resistance.
flame-retardant, curing agent, fire-protective coatings, wood
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Blockchain-Based, Dynamic Attribute-Based Access Control for Smart Home Energy Systems
Published on 2025-04-11 by Urooj Waheed, Sadiq Ali Khan, Muhammad Masud, Huma Jamshed, Touqeer Ahmed Jumani, Najeeb Ur Rehman Malik @MDPI
Abstract: The adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) in smart household energy systems offers new opportunities for efficiency and automation, while also posing substantial security challenges. These systems utilize diverse standards and protocols to autonomously access, collect, and share energy-related data over distributed networks. However, this interconnectivity increases their vulnerability to cyber threats, making the system vulnerable to cyber threats. The literature reveals numerous cases of cy[...]
Our summary: The paper proposes a dynamic attribute-based access control model using blockchain to enhance security in smart household energy systems, addressing cyber threats and ensuring efficient access control.
Blockchain-Based, Dynamic Attribute-Based Access Control, Smart Home Energy Systems, IoT
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Electrical Characterization of Cost-Effective Screen-Printed Sensors Based on Thermoplastic Polyurethane, Polyimide, and Polyethylene Terephthalate
Published on 2025-03-10 by Muhammad Faiz ul Hassan, Yan Wang, Kai Yang, Yading Wen, Shichao Jin, Yi Zhang, Xiaosheng Zhang @MDPI
Abstract: In recent years, the improvement in living standards and the corresponding increase in quality-of-life expectations have significantly increased the demand for advanced electronic products. This trend has generated great interest in human health monitoring and extensive research efforts. Flexible sensors in particular are being given preference because of their high extensibility, excellent biocompatibility properties, low weight, and low cost. In the present work, we took this idea further and [...]
Our summary: Improvement in living standards has increased demand for advanced electronic products. Flexible sensors using TPU, PI, and PET substrates were designed with silver paste ink. Study contributes to new generation of flexible sensors for health monitoring.
Electrical Characterization, Screen-Printed Sensors, Thermoplastic Polyurethane, Flexible Sensors
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The Chemical Deformation of a Thermally Cured Polyimide Film Surface into Neutral 1,2,4,5-Benzentetracarbonyliron and 4,4′-Oxydianiline to Remarkably Enhance the Chemical–Mechanical Planarization Polishing Rate
Published on 2025-03-10 by Man-Hyup Han, Hyun-Sung Koh, Il-Haeng Heo, Myung-Hoe Kim, Pil-Su Kim, Min-Uk Jeon, Min-Ji Kim, Woo-Hyun Jin, Kyoo-Chul Cho, Jinsub Park, Jea-Gun Park @MDPI
Abstract: The rapid advancement of 3D packaging technology has emerged as a key solution to overcome the scaling-down limitation of advanced memory and logic devices. Redistribution layer (RDL) fabrication, a critical process in 3D packaging, requires the use of polyimide (PI) films with thicknesses in the micrometer range. However, these polyimide films present surface topography variations in the range of hundreds of nanometers, necessitating chemical–mechanical planarization (CMP) to achi[...]
Our summary: Rapid advancement of 3D packaging technology requires polyimide films with nanometer-level surface flatness for RDL fabrication. Introducing Fe(NO3)3 into CMP slurries deforms the polyimide film surface, enhancing the chemical-mechanical polishing rate. Optimal Fe(NO3)3 concentration for maximum film removal rate is 0.05 wt%.
polyimide film, chemical-mechanical planarization, Fe(NO3)3, polishing rate
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Use of Biobased Resins Derived from Renewable Monomers for Sustainable 3D Fabrication Through Two-Photon Polymerization
Published on 2025-03-10 by Francisco Gontad, Jaime Cuartero, Sara Vidal, Nerea Otero, Natalia M. Schulz, Tobias Robert @MDPI
Abstract: This work demonstrates the fabrication of microstructures with formulations containing bio-based prepolymers derived from itaconic acid, commercial reactive diluents, photo initiators, and inhibitors, through two-photon polymerization. Lateral and vertical resolutions within the micron range can be achieved by the adjustment of laser scanning speed and pulse energy, and through the use of microscope objectives with high magnification and numerical aperture. The fabrication throughput can be slig[...]
Our summary: Fabrication of microstructures using biobased resins derived from renewable monomers through two-photon polymerization, achieving micron range resolutions and demonstrating feasibility for 3D microstructure fabrication.
Biobased Resins, Renewable Monomers, Two-Photon Polymerization, Microstructures
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Development and Performance Study of a Slow-Releasing Anti-Icing Fog Seal Based on Response Surface Methodology
Published on 2025-03-10 by Jianwei Meng, Lin Wei, Peng Guo @MDPI
Abstract: To prevent traffic accidents caused by icy roads in winter and damage to roads resulting from repeated freeze–thaw cycles, this paper proposes an optimized design plan for slow-release anti-icing fog seal. The effects of the dosages of slow-release anti-icing agent, water-based epoxy resin modifier, and penetrant on the ice- and snow-melting properties, mechanical properties, and penetration properties of the fog seal were investigated. Based on single-factor experiments, a Box&[...]
Our summary: Development of slow-releasing anti-icing fog seal using response surface methodology to improve ice- and snow-melting properties, mechanical properties, and penetration properties. Evaluation of wear resistance and anti-skid performance for optimized fog seal design.
anti-icing fog seal, response surface methodology, slow-release agent, optimization
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Weed prevention device
Patent published on the 2025-03-06 in WO under Ref WO2025048951 by BLACKMOON FRANK [US] (Blackmoon Frank [us])
Abstract: A weed prevention device includes a main body having a front wall, a pair of angular side walls, a pair of rear walls, and a recessed center section. The recessed center section includes a square shape for engaging a privacy fence post, and each of the rear walls extend outward from the back end of the recessed section. Each of the angular side walls and top walls extend diagonally backward from the front wall to terminate along the distal ends of the rear walls. A plurality of holes is provided[...]
Our summary: A weed prevention device with a main body including angular side walls and a recessed center section for engaging a privacy fence post. The device can be separated into two halves and secured onto one side of a fence post.
weed prevention device, main body, angular side walls, privacy fence post
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Environment-friendly polyamide resin composition and article comprising same
Patent published on the 2025-03-06 in WO under Ref WO2025048344 by LOTTE CHEMICAL CORP [KR] (Kim Myeong Hwan [kr], Park Sang Ki [kr], Lee Sang Hwa [kr])
Abstract: An environment-friendly polyamide resin composition of the present invention comprises: about 100 parts by weight of a base material; about 5-15 parts by weight of a poly(ether ester amide) block copolymer; and about 0.1-1 part by weight of talc, the base material comprising: about 5-25 wt% of a recycled polyamide resin; about 1-30 wt% of an aliphatic polyamide resin excluding polyamide 6 and polyamide 6.6; about 1-20 wt% of an aromatic polyamide resin; and about 40-80 wt% of a glass fiber. The [...]
Our summary: Environment-friendly polyamide resin composition comprising recycled polyamide resin, aliphatic polyamide resin, and aromatic polyamide resin, with excellent eco-friendliness, adhesion, impact resistance, and heat resistance.
polyamide resin, composition, eco-friendly, block copolymer
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