A thermoset non-isocyanate polyurethane foam (NIPU) composition includes a reaction product of a polycyclic carbonate, a polyamine; and a foaming ingredient including a carbonate-based chemical blowing agent. The reaction product is configured to form a urethane bond. The polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine can be bio-derived. A process for making the NIPU foam includes the steps of: (a) selecting a polycyclic carbonate and a polyamine; (b) mixing the polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine to form a reactant product including a partially cured gel matrix; (c) adding a foaming ingredient comprising a chemical blowing agent including a carbonate; (d) curing the mixture to form the NIPU foam. The reaction is tunable by changing cure temperature, water content, and/or acid composition.
C08J 9/08 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof using blowing gases generated by a previously added blowing agent by a chemical blowing agent developing carbon dioxide
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
35 - Advertising and business services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Plastic masterbatches Masterbatch and powdered additives for making plastic or rubber foams with algae composing or incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components; Foam rubber; Rubber sheets Marketing and branding services, namely, providing customized communication programs to obtain consumer insights and develop branding strategies; Brand positioning services; Business advisory services; Business assistance, advisory and consulting services in the field of polymers, rubbers, foams, algae-based polymers, algae-based rubbers, and algae-based foams Product design and development in the field of polymers, rubbers, foams, algae-based polymers, algae-based rubbers, and algae-based foams
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
35 - Advertising and business services
36 - Financial, insurance and real estate services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
45 - Legal and security services; personal services for individuals.
Goods & Services
Plastic masterbatches. Unprocessed and semi-processed rubber; semi-processed plastics; granules of rubber; foam rubber; rubber for use in manufacture; plastic foam materials for use in manufacture; extruded plastic in the form of bars, blocks, pellets, rods, sheets and tubes for use in manufacturing. Providing information in the area of global sustainable business solutions. Advisory services relating to financing; consultancy (Financial -); economic research services (financial); finance services; information services relating to finance; valuation services. Analysis of materials; research services. Information services relating to manufacturing standards.
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NON-ISOCYANATE POLYURETHANE FOAM COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME
A thermoset non-isocyanate polyurethane foam (NIPU) composition includes a reaction product of a polycyclic carbonate, a polyamine; and a foaming ingredient including a carbonate-based chemical blowing agent. The reaction product is configured to form a urethane bond. The polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine can be bio-derived. A process for making the NIPU foam includes the steps of: (a) selecting a polycyclic carbonate and a polyamine; (b) mixing the polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine to form a reactant product including a partially cured gel matrix; (c) adding a foaming ingredient comprising a chemical blowing agent including a carbonate; (d) curing the mixture to form the NIPU foam. The reaction is tunable by changing cure temperature, water content, and/or acid composition.
C08J 9/08 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof using blowing gases generated by a previously added blowing agent by a chemical blowing agent developing carbon dioxide
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ELASTOMER COMPOSITE INCLUDING ALGAE BIOMASS FILLER
A biomass-elastomer composite including an elastomer matrix; a biomass reinforcement distributed through the elastomer matrix, where the biomass reinforcement includes algae and the algae includes protein, ash, and carbohydrates when distributed into the elastomer matrix; and a mixing additive sufficient to achieve a desired property for a solid good. The mixing additive can be selected from the group consisting of a plasticizer, a compatibilizer, a vulcanizing agent, a curing agent, a crosslinker, a coupling agent, an elastomer compound having polar functionalization, a thermoplastic compound having polar functionalization, a performance enhancing additive, and combinations thereof. The mixing additive is sufficient to form a solid good. The algae can be present in a milled condition having a particle size value of up to 120 microns.
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Unprocessed and semi-processed rubber and plastic materials,
namely, masterbatch and powdered additives for making
plastic or rubber foams with algae composing or incorporated
into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of
footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian
stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts,
automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive
coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction
components; unprocessed and semi-processed rubber and
plastic materials, namely, masterbatch and powdered
additives for making plastic or rubber non-foamed solid
goods with algae composing or incorporated into the plastic
or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage,
eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys,
sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior
padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or
accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components.
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Algae thermoplastic composition and process of making
An algae-based thermoplastic foam is provided having a protein-rich algae biomass selected from either microalgae, macroalgae or combinations thereof. The protein content is greater than or equal to 15% by weight of the algae biomass and the algae biomass is dried to a moister content of less than or equal to 15% by weight having an average particle size of up to 200 microns. The composition includes a resin configured to exhibit rheological properties suitable for blending with algae including a melting temperature less than 250° C. and a melt flow rate in excess of 0.01 g/10 min. The foam includes a foaming ingredient selected from the group consisting of crosslinkers, compatibilizers, plasticizers, accelerants, catalysts, blowing agents, other ingredients, and combinations thereof.
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber foams sold separately from the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, and mats; pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber non-foamed solid goods sold separately from the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, and mats. Pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae sold as components of plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, and mats.
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Elastomer composite including algae biomass filler
An algae-elastomer composite including an elastomer matrix; algae; and a mixing additive sufficient to achieve a desired property. The algae can be present in a milled condition having a particle size value of between about 10 and 120 microns. The algae is mixed with the elastomer matrix in a dry condition having a moisture content of below about 10%. A method of preparing the algae-based elastomer composite is provided that includes the steps of: premixing an elastomer matrix; adding an algae filler; adding a mixing additive that includes a plasticizer; forming an elastomer-algae blend by blending the algae and elastomer to a temperature sufficient to be further mixed, wherein the temperature is about 10° C. higher than the temperature sufficient for the elastomer alone; adding and mixing a curing or vulcanizing agent for the elastomer dispersing the elastomer-algae blend; and heating and curing the elastomer-algae blend into a final form.
G06F 16/27 - Replication, distribution or synchronisation of data between databases or within a distributed database systemDistributed database system architectures therefor
B29D 35/06 - Producing footwear having soles or heels formed and joined on to preformed uppers using a moulding technique, e.g. by injection moulding, pressing and vulcanising
B29D 35/12 - Producing parts thereof, e.g. soles, heels or uppers, by a moulding technique
C08L 19/00 - Compositions of rubbers not provided for in groups
C08L 23/16 - Ethene-propene or ethene-propene-diene copolymers
C08L 23/28 - Compositions of homopolymers or copolymers of unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbons having only one carbon-to-carbon double bondCompositions of derivatives of such polymers modified by chemical after-treatment by reaction with halogens or halogen-containing compounds
C12N 1/12 - Unicellular algaeCulture media therefor
H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
H04L 67/10 - Protocols in which an application is distributed across nodes in the network
B29K 9/06 - SB polymers, i.e. butadiene-styrene polymers
B29K 19/00 - Use of rubber not provided for in a single one of main groups , as moulding material
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber foams incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components; pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber non-foamed solid goods incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber foams incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components; pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber non-foamed solid goods incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber foams sold separately from the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, and mats; pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber non-foamed solid goods sold separately from the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, and mats Pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae sold as components of plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, and mats
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber foams incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components; pellets and powders of masterbatch additives containing algae for making plastic or rubber non-foamed solid goods incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components
14.
NON-ISOCYANATE POLYURETHANE FOAM COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME
A thermoset non-isocyanate polyurethane foam (NIPU) composition includes a reaction product of a polycyclic carbonate, a polyamine; and a foaming ingredient including a carbonate-based chemical foaming agent. The reaction product is configured to form a urethane bond. The polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine can be bio-derived. A process for making the NIPU foam includes the steps of: (a) selecting a polycyclic carbonate and a polyamine; (b) mixing the polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine to form a reactant product including a partially cured gel matrix; (c) adding a foaming ingredient comprising a blowing agent including a carbonate; (d) curing the mixture to form the NIPU foam. Optionally, a first catalyst can be added to step (b); and additional foaming ingredients selected from the group consisting of an accelerant, a surfactant, and a combination thereof can be added prior to step (d).
C08J 9/08 - Working-up of macromolecular substances to porous or cellular articles or materialsAfter-treatment thereof using blowing gases generated by a previously added blowing agent by a chemical blowing agent developing carbon dioxide
C08L 75/12 - Polyurethanes from compounds containing nitrogen and active hydrogen, the nitrogen atom not being part of an isocyanate group
15.
NON-ISOCYANATE POLYURETHANE FOAM COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME
A thermoset non-isocyanate polyurethane foam (NIPU) composition includes a reaction product of a polycyclic carbonate, a polyamine; and a foaming ingredient including a carbonate-based chemical foaming agent. The reaction product is configured to form a urethane bond. The polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine can be bio-derived. A process for making the NIPU foam includes the steps of: (a) selecting a polycyclic carbonate and a polyamine; (b) mixing the polycyclic carbonate and the polyamine to form a reactant product including a partially cured gel matrix; (c) adding a foaming ingredient comprising a blowing agent including a carbonate; (d) curing the mixture to form the NIPU foam. Optionally, a first catalyst can be added to step (b); and additional foaming ingredients selected from the group consisting of an accelerant, a surfactant, and a combination thereof can be added prior to step (d).
17 - Rubber and plastic; packing and insulating materials
Goods & Services
Masterbatch and powdered additives for making plastic or rubber foams with algae composing or incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components; masterbatch and powdered additives for making plastic or rubber non-foamed solid goods with algae composing or incorporated into the plastic or rubber for use in the manufacture of footwear, luggage, eyewear, kneepads, wetsuits, equestrian stable mats, toys, sporting goods, packaging case inserts, automotive interior padding, automotive mats, automotive coverings or accessories, flooring, mats, and construction components
17.
Algae thermoplastic composition and process of making
An algae-based thermoplastic foam is provided having a protein-rich algae biomass selected from either microalgae, macroalgae or combinations thereof. The protein content is greater than or equal to 15% by weight of the algae biomass and the algae biomass is dried to a moister content of less than or equal to 15% by weight having an average particle size of up to 200 microns. The composition includes a resin configured to exhibit rheological properties suitable for blending with algae including a melting temperature less than 250° C. and a melt flow rate in excess of 0.01 g/10 min. The foam includes a foaming ingredient selected from the group consisting of crosslinkers, compatibilizers, plasticizers, accelerants, catalysts, blowing agents, other ingredients, and combinations thereof.
An algae-based thermoplastic foam is provided having a protein-rich algae biomass selected from either microalgae, macroalgae or combinations thereof. The protein content is greater than or equal to 15% by weight of the algae biomass and the algae biomass is dried to a moister content of less than or equal to 15% by weight having an average particle size of up to 200 microns. The composition includes a resin configured to exhibit rheological properties suitable for blending with algae including a melting temperature less than 250°C and a melt flow rate in excess of 0.01 g/10 min. The foam includes a foaming ingredient selected from the group consisting of crosslinkers, compatibilizers, plasticizers, accelerants, catalysts, blowing agents, other ingredients, and combinations thereof.
An algae-based thermoplastic foam is provided having a protein-rich algae biomass selected from either microalgae, macroalgae or combinations thereof. The protein content is greater than or equal to 15% by weight of the algae biomass and the algae biomass is dried to a moister content of less than or equal to 15% by weight having an average particle size of up to 200 microns. The composition includes a resin configured to exhibit rheological properties suitable for blending with algae including a melting temperature less than 250°C and a melt flow rate in excess of 0.01 g/10 min. The foam includes a foaming ingredient selected from the group consisting of crosslinkers, compatibilizers, plasticizers, accelerants, catalysts, blowing agents, other ingredients, and combinations thereof.
An algae-based thermoplastic composition is provided that includes a protein-rich algae biomass selected from either microalgae, macroalgae or combinations thereof. The protein content is greater than or equal to 15% by weight of the algae biomass and the algae biomass is dried to a moisture content of less than or equal to 15% by weight and having a particle d99 of up to 200 microns. The dried algae biomass is at least 5% by weight of the thermoplastic composition. The composition includes a biodegradable resin configured to exhibit rheological properties suitable for blending with algae including a melting temperature less than 250° C. and a melt flow rate in excess of 0.01 g/10 min.
An algae-elastomer composite including an elastomer matrix; algae; and a mixing additive sufficient to achieve a desired property. The algae can be present in a milled condition having a particle size value of between about 10 and 120 microns. The algae is mixed with the elastomer matrix in a dry condition having a moisture content of below about 10%. A method of preparing the algae-based elastomer composite is provided that includes the steps of: premixing an elastomer matrix; adding an algae filler; adding a mixing additive that includes a plasticizer; forming an elastomer-algae blend by blending the algae and elastomer to a temperature sufficient to be further mixed, wherein the temperature is about 10°C higher than the temperature sufficient for the elastomer alone; adding and mixing a curing or vulcanizing agent for the elastomer dispersing the elastomer-algae blend; and heating and curing the elastomer-algae blend into a final form.
An algae-elastomer composite including an elastomer matrix; algae; and a mixing additive sufficient to achieve a desired property. The algae can be present in a milled condition having a particle size value of between about 10 and 120 microns. The algae is mixed with the elastomer matrix in a dry condition having a moisture content of below about 10%. A method of preparing the algae-based elastomer composite is provided that includes the steps of: premixing an elastomer matrix; adding an algae filler; adding a mixing additive that includes a plasticizer; forming an elastomer-algae blend by blending the algae and elastomer to a temperature sufficient to be further mixed, wherein the temperature is about 10°C higher than the temperature sufficient for the elastomer alone; adding and mixing a curing or vulcanizing agent for the elastomer dispersing the elastomer-algae blend; and heating and curing the elastomer-algae blend into a final form.
A thermoplastic composition includes at least one kind of algae that constitutes from about 10 wt. % to about 55 wt. % of the composition, and a polymer that constitutes from about 45 wt. % to about 90 wt. % of the composition, wherein the composition is free of plasticizer and free of plant polymer. An injection molded article is formed from a material including at least one kind of algae that constitutes from about 10 wt. % to about 55 wt. % of the composition, and a polymer that constitutes from about 45 wt. % to about 90 wt. % of the composition, wherein the material is free of plasticizer and free of plant polymer.
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
44 - Medical, veterinary, hygienic and cosmetic services; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services
Goods & Services
Development and engineering of sustainable products and methods in the field of algae biomass materials for injection molding applications; engineering services in the field of farm-based algae cultivation systems for the purposes of coupling water remediation with high-yield growing methods; engineering of organic plastics using algae as the foundation of the polymer; engineering services in the field of aquatic biomass production, namely, integrating nutrient recovery from agricultural and livestock operations with aquatic biomass production [ Cultivation of farm-based algae featuring the coupling of water remediation with high-yield growing methods and utilizing equipment designed and manufactured to harvest and dry algae ]
A bioplastic composition may contain certain biodegradable and renewable components. In some examples, the bioplastic composition includes at least one kind of aquatic macrophyte biomass, which may contain a native composition of protein and carbohydrates, in a blend with one or more types of biodegradable or durable thermoplastic polymers. The aquatic macrophyte composition may provide a balance of both polymeric and reinforcing properties to the blended bioplastic not typically exhibited by terrestrial feedstock such as soy meal or corn starch. Such a bioplastic composition may be formed into molded articles using extrusion, injection molding, compression molding, or the like.
A bioplastic composition may contain certain biodegradable and renewable components. In some examples, the bioplastic composition includes at least one kind of aquatic macrophyte biomass, which may contain a native composition of protein and carbohydrates, in a blend with one or more types of biodegradable or durable thermoplastic polymers. The aquatic macrophyte composition may provide a balance of both polymeric and reinforcing properties to the blended bioplastic not typically exhibited by terrestrial feedstock such as soy meal or corn starch. Such a bioplastic composition may be formed into molded articles using extrusion, injection molding, compression molding, or the like.
A thermoplastic material composition containing certain biodegradable and renewable components is described. The thermoplastic composition that includes a least one kind of algae or a blend of at least one kind of algae and a plant polymer a blend of algae and/or plant-based polymers, such as proteins and starches, as relatively low cost feedstock. The algae or blend may be plasticized. Additionally, a method adapted for large scale fabrication of fibers, films, or extruded articles is also described.
