Methods of applying a hydrophilic coating to a substrate,...

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2007-01-30

2011-11-08

Tran, Thao T. (Department: 1787)

Coating processes

With post-treatment of coating or coating material

Swelling agent or solvent applied to treat coating

C427S407100, C427S002250

Reexamination Certificate

active

08053030

ABSTRACT:
This invention relates to methods of applying to a substrate a hydrophilic coating that becomes lubricious when activated with water or water vapor, and to substrates having such a hydrophilic coating.

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