Thermally Stable Catalysts for Methane Combustion

Not Available Current materials used for static discharge applications in hard worksurface laminates do not provide the required levels of charge dissipation under all conditions. The need exists for an integrated conductive laminate system that enables static charge to be safely and effectively dissipated from equipment and components placed in contact with the worksurface, thereby affording ESD protection to equipment and personnel. Although current laminates possess satisfactory electrical resistivity, efficient charge dissipation has been hampered by the inability of the systems to overcome the small contact area between equipment and hard worksurfaces in conditions of low humidity. Under the proposed program, METSS will investigate incorporating recent advances in nanophase materials processing, polymer blend technology, and polymer synthesis techniques to create improved technologies for hard laminate worksurfaces. Nanophase additives and/or careful control of polymer blending conditions with compatibilizers offer the potential to maximize the amount of conductive phase in the resin yet minimize additive weight and volume, thereby providing homogeneous and stable ESD protection beyond that currently available without adversely effecting mechanical properties. METSS is uniquely qualified to develop the new laminate system, possessing the necessary expertise in polymers and polymer processing, testing and evaluation of composite materials and expertise and practical experience in developing advanced additives for resin systems and formulating resins with advanced properties.