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23 results about "Lower critical solution temperature" patented technology

The lower critical solution temperature (LCST) or lower consolute temperature is the critical temperature below which the components of a mixture are miscible for all compositions. The word lower indicates that the LCST is a lower bound to a temperature interval of partial miscibility, or miscibility for certain compositions only.

Dynamic self-adaptive radiation refrigeration material, coating preparation method and application thereof

PendingCN121825340ACoatingsEmissivityLower critical solution temperature
The invention discloses a dynamic self-adaptive radiation refrigeration material which comprises the following components in percentage by mass: 15-30% of matrix resin, 40-60% of a ternary function system, 1-3% of a dispersing agent, 2-5% of a cross-linking agent and the balance of deionized water, the ternary function system is composed of a temperature-sensitive block copolymer, phase change microcapsules and rare earth doped infrared emission particles according to the mass ratio of (1-2): (2-3): (1-1.5). According to the refrigeration material, when the environment temperature is higher than the low critical solution temperature of the temperature-sensitive copolymer, the temperature-sensitive chain segment shrinks to expose the rare earth particles, so that high reflectivity of sunlight and high emissivity of an atmospheric window are realized, and refrigeration is enhanced; when the temperature is lower than the phase-change temperature of the phase-change material, the temperature-sensitive chain segments stretch and wrap the rare earth particles, the infrared emissivity is reduced, heat loss is reduced through phase-change heat release, the dual functions of efficient refrigeration in summer and heat loss reduction in winter are achieved, and the applicability of the coating in an area with the large temperature difference is improved.
Owner:HANGZHOU COMPOSITUO TECHNOLOGY CO LTD

Temperature-sensitive microcapsule immersed fire extinguishing agent as well as preparation method and application thereof

PendingCN121222021AFire rescueFire extinguisherLower critical solution temperatureProcess engineering
The invention relates to the technical field of fire extinguishing agents, and discloses a temperature-sensitive microcapsule immersed fire extinguishing agent and a preparation method and application thereof. The fire extinguishing agent comprises a continuous phase and a dispersed phase, and the mass ratio of the continuous phase to the dispersed phase is 50-90%: 50-10%. Wherein the continuous phase is a high-boiling-point coolant, the dispersed phase is a temperature-sensitive microcapsule, a core material in the temperature-sensitive microcapsule is a low-boiling-point fire extinguishing agent, and a wall material is a temperature-sensitive copolymer with a low critical solution temperature (LCST) of 60-90 DEG C. The low-boiling-point fire extinguishing agent is coated with the temperature-sensitive microcapsules and dispersed in the high-boiling-point coolant, the timed release function is achieved according to the specific low critical solution temperature of the microcapsule technical wall material, and in the initial stage of a fire, the low-boiling-point fire extinguishing agent is intensively released to achieve rapid fire extinguishing; and then, the high-boiling-point coolant independently carries out lasting cooling, so that the problem of functional time sequence conflict is fundamentally solved, and the after-combustion resistance is remarkably enhanced.
Owner:HUBEI JIANDUN FIRE TECH CO LTD

Temperature-responsive high-temperature-resistant release paper and preparation method thereof

PendingCN121827140ADoes not affect normal useavoid circulationPaper coatingPaper/cardboardPunchingLower critical solution temperature
The invention discloses temperature response type high-temperature-resistant release paper and a preparation method thereof. The release paper comprises a first release layer, a resin isolation layer, a base material layer, a resin punching layer, a temperature-sensitive layer and a second release layer which are sequentially stacked. The PNIPAAm temperature-sensitive layer is additionally arranged on the outer side of the perforated resin isolation layer, when the temperature-sensitive layer is lower than LCST (lowest critical compatibility temperature), molecular chains of the PNIPAAm temperature-sensitive layer are in a stretched state and are large in size, the perforated holes can be blocked, and water circulation can be prevented, when the temperature is higher than LCST, the molecular chains of PNIPAAm are in a contracted state and are small in size, and the perforated holes can be blocked by the PNIPAAm temperature-sensitive layer. Moisture can freely enter and exit through the exhaust holes, so that the use of the release paper is not influenced, and higher temperature can be resisted; the method can solve the problem that the water content of the paper is greatly changed due to the fact that the perforated release paper is influenced by external humidity.
Owner:TAICANG SIDIKE NEW MATERIALS SCI & TECH CO LTD +1

Temperature programmable small molecules for thermoresponsive smart windows and applications thereof

ActiveUS12540278B2Styryl dyesLiquid crystal compositionsLower critical solution temperatureHeat transmission
Design and applications of a class of water-soluble small molecules represented by formula 1. The molecules, in their dilute aqueous solutions, exhibit lower critical solution temperature (LCST) phase transitions near room temperature, inducing a temperature triggered switching of opacity. Further, disclosed is a scalable smart window, akin to a radiative energy management system, that can be incorporated into the built environment for imparting energy efficiency. The window fabrication is facile wherein the aqueous solution is sandwiched between two transparent glass panes to enable modulation of light and heat transmission. The dynamic window of present invention represents with multifarious applications in developing scalable, smart energy management systems for indoor building environments is envisioned to be a major contribution towards cost effective smart glass technologies.
Owner:COUNCIL OF SCI & IND RES

Low critical solution temperature purification of oxazoline polymer solutions

ActiveCN116490540BGas treatmentLiquid separationPolymer scienceLower critical solution temperature
A method for purifying a polymer solution is provided. In particular, the method ensures the separation of impurities from an oxazoline polymer solution by raising the temperature of the polymer solution above its lower critical solution temperature (LCST), where separation of a water-rich phase from a polymer-rich phase occurs. The phases are then separated, with the polymer-rich phase containing a lower amount of impurities than before separation.
Owner:SOLENIS TECHNOLOGIES CAYMAN LP

A temperature-sensitive reversible splicing and inserting toy adhesive as well as a preparation method and application thereof

PendingCN122326143APolymer scienceAdhesive
This invention discloses a temperature-sensitive reversible interlocking toy adhesive, its preparation method, and its application. The adhesive, by weight percentage, comprises 25-35% temperature-sensitive polymer matrix, 8-15% nano-reinforcing phase, 3-6% reversible crosslinking agent, 10-18% tackifying resin, 1-3% ionic complexing agent, 0.1-0.3% preservative, and the balance deionized water. The temperature-sensitive polymer matrix is ​​a polyvinyl alcohol-grafted-N-isopropylacrylamide copolymer with a lower critical solution temperature of 38-45℃. The nano-reinforcing phase is a composite of nano-cellulose crystals and sodium montmorillonite. The reversible crosslinking agent is borax. The adhesive exhibits good bonding strength to ABS interlocking toys at room temperature. Immersing the bonded parts in 40-60℃ warm water for 1-6 minutes allows for non-destructive separation of the components, meeting relevant toy safety standards.
Owner:BEIJING BENBEN INT NEW MATERIAL TECH CO LTD

Fabricating method of temperature-sensing and humidity-controlling fiber

ActiveUS12565717B2Monocomponent polyesters artificial filamentArtifical filament manufactureFiberLower critical solution temperature
A temperature-sensing and humidity-controlling fiber includes a hydrophilic material and a temperature-sensing material. The temperature-sensing material has a lower critical solution temperature (LCST) between 31.2° C. and 32.5° C. when a light transmittance thereof is in a range from 3% to 80%, in which a wavelength of the light is between 450 nm and 550 nm.
Owner:TAIWAN TEXTILE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Polymer compound and composition

PCT designated stageWO2026094795A1Polymer scienceCarbonate ester
The present disclosure relates to a polymer compound which can provide a solution having the lower critical solution temperature when dissolved in a solvent containing a compound having a carbonate ester structure in the molecule. The polymer compound preferably contains 10-500 units inclusive per molecule of a structural unit A represented by formula (1) in the molecule, wherein R1 is a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, Z1 is -COO- or -OCO-, Z2 is an alkylene group having 1-8 carbon atoms inclusive, and L1 is a cationic group and L2 is an anion, or L1 is an anionic group and L2 is a cation.
Owner:JNC CORP +1

Synthetic biopolymer solutions with increased lower critical solution temperature

Synthetic biopolymers are disclosed that can be engineered according to both its amino acid sequence and its post-synthesis treatment to achieve desired gelation properties, particularly upon or after exposure to physiological temperatures (e.g., 37 DEG C), including their use in aqueous solutions comprising critical solution temperature agents, such as in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel, or in the form of gel. The critical solution temperature agent increases the baseline lower critical solution temperature of the synthetic biopolymer solution, e.g., increases it above the physiological temperature for administration, and upon diffusion of the agent after administration, the lower critical solution temperature drops and the synthetic biopolymer forms a gel in the physiological environment. An example of a synthetic biopolymer is a synthetic elastin-like polypeptide (ELP) having a polypeptide sequence with a functional oligopeptide block, which may include one or more hydrophobic blocks, one or more aggregation enhancing blocks, and one or more beta-fold formation inducing blocks.
Owner:DSM IP ASSETS BV

Hydroxypropyl cellulose-based structural color smart window and preparation method thereof

PendingCN122234411ALight protection screensCelluloseLower critical solution temperature
This invention provides a structural color smart window based on hydroxypropyl cellulose and its preparation method, belonging to the field of thermochromic hydrogel technology. The structural color smart window of this invention is prepared by mixing sodium lignosulfonate and hydroxypropyl cellulose, followed by self-assembly and sealing at room temperature. The structural color smart window prepared by this invention achieves synergistic control of the structural color and the lowest critical solution temperature (LCST) of the hydrogel. The process is simple and effectively solves the technical problems of excessively high response temperature and complex color control in traditional materials. By adjusting the content of sodium lignosulfonate, the LCST of the hydrogel can be precisely adjusted to a suitable operating temperature over a wide range, while simultaneously obtaining highly efficient transmittance modulation performance. The introduction of sodium lignosulfonate changes the state and distribution of water molecules in the gel network, achieving multicolor and reversible control of the structural color.
Owner:NORTHEAST FORESTRY UNIV

Chitosan-based temperature-sensitive concrete water reducing agent as well as preparation method and application thereof

PendingCN121343072AHydration reactionLower critical solution temperature
The invention discloses a novel chitosan-based temperature-sensitive concrete water reducing agent and a preparation method and application thereof, the lower critical solution temperature (LCST) of the chitosan-based temperature-sensitive concrete water reducing agent is in the range of 40-80 DEG C, and the lower critical temperature-sensitive stimulation-response process of the chitosan-based temperature-sensitive concrete water reducing agent is essentially changed along with the temperature. The dissolution-aggregation behavior of water reducing agent molecules in an aqueous solution is caused by the mutual competitive action among side chains consisting of alkyl polyoxyethylene groups on the side chains, chitosan groups, polyoxyethylene groups and-COO-on a main chain or among the side chains, the side groups and dissolved water. When hydration heat or friction stir results in the temperature Tgt of the material; during LCST, due to the action relation, the chitosan-based temperature-sensitive concrete water reducing agent is agglomerated in a cement concrete pore liquid to form a micelle-shaped structure, the aggregation of adsorbed cement particles and aggregates is more compact, and along with the release of hydration reaction heat, the working performance of the concrete under the change of internal temperature is actively micro-regulated and controlled; the strength of the concrete can be remarkably improved, and the condition that the concrete cracks due to temperature rise thermal expansion stress is improved.
Owner:HUAQIAO UNIVERSITY

Preparation method of Ti3C2TxMXene coated PNIPAAm microwave absorption composite material

PendingCN121226824AIn situ polymerizationLower critical solution temperature
The invention relates to a preparation method of a Ti < 3 > C < 2 > T < x > M < X > ene (at) PNIPAAm microwave absorption composite material, and belongs to the technical field of intelligent response type materials. The preparation method comprises the following steps: etching an MAX phase by adopting an excessive lithium fluoride-hydrochloric acid solution system to obtain a Ti < 3 > C < 2 > T < x > MXene dispersion liquid, and compounding Ti < 3 > C < 2 > T < x > MXene and a temperature-sensitive polymer through a free radical in-situ polymerization method to obtain the Ti < 3 > C < 2 > T < x > MXene-coated PNIPAAm microwave absorption composite material. The Ti3C2Tx MXene (at) PNIPAAm microwave absorption composite material is formed by mutual penetration of a two-dimensional nano material MXene and a temperature-sensitive polymer PNIPAAm, and the composite material can spontaneously change the forming state of a conductive path in the material above and below the lowest critical solution temperature by virtue of the characteristics of the temperature-sensitive polymer, so that the dynamic regulation and control on the microwave absorption capability of the composite material can be realized; the electromagnetic wave protection effect is excellent, electromagnetic pollution can be effectively reduced, and the method is suitable for complex electromagnetic environment protection scenes.
Owner:CHENGDU UNIV

Transparent, high-resolution 3D printing with siloxane-based polymers

PCT designated stageWO2026060058A1Additive manufacturing apparatusAdditive manufacturing processesPolymer scienceLower critical solution temperature
A photocurable composition includes a reactive polymer portion including a first polymer component including one or more alkenyl-functional siloxane polymers, a second polymer component including one or more thiol-functional siloxane polymers, a photoabsorber system and a photoinitiator system, each of which exhibits high absorbance at wavelengths in the range of ± 5nm from a wavelength at which photocuring occurs and low absorbance at wavelengths in the range of 420-680nm. A combination of the photoinitiator system and photoabsorber system exhibits a cumulative absorbance at wavelengths in the range of ± 5nm of the wavelength at which photocuring occurs that is at least 1000 times greater than the maximum absorbance at wavelengths in the range of 420-680 nm. The composition includes no solvent and has an upper critical solution temperature below 20 °C and a lower critical solution temperature above 60 °C. The composition is photocurable to form a transparent material.
Owner:CARNEGIE MELLON UNIV

Temperature-responsive microcarriers for adherent cell culture

PCT designated stageWO2026064628A3Genetically modified cellsCell culture supports/coatingVaccine manufacturingHydrophobic polymer
A method of culturing cells for vaccine production comprises culturing cells in the presence of microcarriers with cell culture media and infecting the cells with a virus. The microcarrier comprises a bead and a coating. The coating comprises a thermo-responsive polymer having a lower critical solution temperature (LCST) of between about 20 °C and about 34 °C. The cells adhere to the coating of the microcarrier at a temperature above the LCST. The microcarrier comprises a polymeric bead, and a hydrophobic polymer. The hydrophobic polymer is a block copolymer which is connected to the bead by a covalent bond or by physical adsorption. The block copolymer comprises at least one hydrophobic block and at least one thermo-responsive block.
Owner:LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORP

Temperature-responsive microcarriers for adherent cell culture

PCT designated stageWO2026064628A2Genetically modified cellsCell culture supports/coatingVaccine manufacturingHydrophobic polymer
A method of culturing cells for vaccine production comprises culturing cells in the presence of microcarriers with cell culture media and infecting the cells with a virus. The microcarrier comprises a bead and a coating. The coating comprises a thermo-responsive polymer having a lower critical solution temperature (LCST) of between about 20 °C and about 34 °C. The cells adhere to the coating of the microcarrier at a temperature above the LCST. The microcarrier comprises a polymeric bead, and a hydrophobic polymer. The hydrophobic polymer is a block copolymer which is connected to the bead by a covalent bond or by physical adsorption. The block copolymer comprises at least one hydrophobic block and at least one thermo-responsive block.
Owner:LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORP

PNIPAm-based composite hydrogel with thermochromic property and preparation method of PNIPAm-based composite hydrogel

PendingCN121203079ACelluloseSolar light
The invention provides a PNIPAm-based composite hydrogel with a thermochromic characteristic and a preparation method thereof, and relates to the field of functional materials, and the preparation method comprises the following specific steps: S1, preparing a PNIPAm matrix solution; s2, preparing a mixed solution; s3, polymerization reaction; and S4, curing the mixed solution. The PNIPAm-based composite hydrogel with the thermochromic property is prepared by adding the sodium carboxymethyl cellulose and the tannic acid modified black phosphorus nanosheet and has good thermochromic property, the visible light transmittance can reach 71.2%-95.6%, the sunlight modulation efficiency can reach 70.2%-88.5%, and the low critical solution temperature is 28.9 DEG C to 30.5 DEG C. The invention further discloses a preparation method of the PNIPAm-based composite hydrogel with the thermochromic property.
Owner:YANSHAN UNIV

Temperature-sensitive magnetic bead, preparation method thereof and related application of temperature-sensitive magnetic bead in early cancer screening

The invention discloses a temperature-sensitive magnetic bead, a preparation method thereof and related application of the temperature-sensitive magnetic bead in early cancer screening, and the temperature-sensitive magnetic bead is prepared by taking an unsaturated superparamagnetic bead with vinyl on the surface as a matrix through an in-situ free radical polymerization mode. N-isopropylacrylamide, acrylamide and oligomeric (ethylene glycol) methyl ether methacrylate are initiated to be copolymerized on the surfaces of the magnetic beads to form a temperature-sensitive polymer brush layer with an adjustable low critical solution temperature (LCST). The temperature-sensitive magnetic beads are in a hydrophobic collapsing state under the condition of 37-39 DEG C, are maintained in a viscoelastic fluid state beneficial to dynamic replacement of low-abundance proteins, and can efficiently adsorb the low-abundance proteins in plasma; the temperature-sensitive magnetic beads are rapidly converted into a hydrophilic stretching state at the temperature lower than 36 DEG C, and the multi-point interaction between the proteins and the temperature-sensitive magnetic beads is synchronously weakened by utilizing micromechanical ejection force generated by phase change, so that the proteins are completely eluted from the surfaces of the magnetic beads.
Owner:CHANGCHUN INSTITUTE OF APPLIED CHEMISTRY CHINESE ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

Waterproof breathable material, fabric and preparation method

The invention relates to the technical field of high polymer materials and functional textile fabrics, in particular to a waterproof breathable material, a fabric and a preparation method. The waterproof breathable material is formed by UV curing of a coating solution containing components such as a thermo-sensitive N-tert-butyl acrylamide-acrylamide copolymer, TEMPO oxidized nano cellulose, a hydrophobic finishing agent perfluorooctyltriethoxysilane and the like. The molar ratio of copolymer monomers is controlled to be (2.5-3.5): 1, and the low critical solution temperature (LCST) of the material is regulated and controlled to be 15-20 DEG C, so that the fabric has the intelligent response characteristics of low-temperature low breathability and high-temperature high breathability and meets the comfort requirement of a human body. Meanwhile, TOCNF is anchored to the fiber surface of the fabric base layer through covalent bonds and serves as a firm middle layer, and the interface bonding force and durability of the functional layer and the base material are greatly improved. The prepared fabric is remarkable in intelligent response and excellent in washing durability, and can be widely applied to the fields of outdoor clothes, medical protection and the like.
Owner:FOSHAN AOXUAN TECH CO LTD

A waterproof and breathable material, fabric and preparation method

This invention relates to the field of polymer materials and functional textile fabrics, specifically to a waterproof and breathable material, fabric, and preparation method. The waterproof and breathable material is formed by UV curing a coating liquid containing components such as a thermosensitive N-tert-butylacrylamide-acrylamide copolymer, TEMPO oxidized nanocellulose, and a hydrophobic finishing agent, perfluorooctyltriethoxysilane. This invention controls the molar ratio of copolymer monomers to (2.5~3.5):1, regulating the material's lower critical solution temperature (LCST) to 15-20℃, giving the fabric intelligent responsive characteristics of "low breathability at low temperatures and high breathability at high temperatures," meeting human comfort requirements. Simultaneously, the surface of the fabric's base layer fibers is covalently anchored to TOCNF, serving as a robust intermediate layer, greatly enhancing the interfacial bonding and durability between the functional layer and the substrate. The fabric prepared by this invention exhibits significant intelligent response and excellent wash durability, and can be widely used in outdoor clothing, medical protective clothing, and other fields.
Owner:FOSHAN AOXUAN TECH CO LTD

Branched polyamide and preparation method therefor

PCT designated stageWO2026086197A1Bulk chemical productionPolymer scienceSmart polymer
The present invention relates to the technical field of functional polymer materials and stimuli-responsive smart polymer materials, and particularly relates to a branched polyamide and a preparation method therefor. The main chain of the branched polyamide has a pyrrolidone ring and is of a dendritic hyperbranched structure; and the lowest critical solution temperature of an aqueous solution thereof varies with concentration, and the range of changes in the lowest critical solution temperature is 16-37°C. In the preparation method of the present invention, itaconic acid and a diamine are used for preparing linear polyamide having a pyrrolidone ring on the main chain by means of a salt monomer method, and then a hyperbranched structure is formed by means of thermal shock. The preparation method is simple and convenient, easy in terms of post-treatment, and environmentally friendly. The prepared temperature-sensitive color-changing hyperbranched polyamide can provide different temperature response solutions to adapt to complex application scenarios.
Owner:JIANGNAN UNIV