Polymeric networks

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2007-05-15

2007-05-15

Berman, Susan (Department: 1711)

Synthetic resins or natural rubbers -- part of the class 520 ser

Synthetic resins

Compositions to be polymerized by wave energy wherein said...

C522S182000, C525S168000, C525S174000, C525S903000

Reexamination Certificate

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10375210

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to polymeric networks, which are characterised by particular mechanical properties and which, furthermore, allow the control of thermal and mechanical properties by simple variation of the components.

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