Hazardous or toxic waste destruction or containment – Containment – Solidification – vitrification – or cementation
Reexamination Certificate
2011-04-12
2011-04-12
Johnson, Edward M (Department: 1736)
Hazardous or toxic waste destruction or containment
Containment
Solidification, vitrification, or cementation
C588S901000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07922644
ABSTRACT:
A copolymer and water/ethanol solvent solution capable of binding with airborne contaminants or potential airborne contaminants, such as biological weapon agents or toxic particulates, coagulating as the solvent evaporates, and adhering the contaminants to a surface so as to inhibit the re-suspension of such contaminants. The solution uses a water or ethanol/water mixture for the solvent, and a copolymer having one of several functional group sets so as to have physical and chemical characteristics of high adhesion, low viscosity, low surface tension, negative electrostatic charge, substantially neutral pH, and a low pKa. Use of the copolymer solution prevents re-aerosolization and transport of unwanted, reactive species thus increasing health and safety for personnel charged with decontamination of contaminated buildings and areas.
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Hoffman D. Mark
Krauter Paula
Zalk David
Johnson Edward M
Lawrence Livermore National Security LLC
Tak James S.
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