Provided is a method for manufacturing a molded plastic products having copper-based compound particulates. The method includes the steps of: reacting copper sulfate with sulfuric salt, at a molar ratio of 1:1 in an aqueous solution at a temperature of 10˜80° c., thereby synthesizing copper sulfide particulates; forming a sheet comprising the copper sulfide particulates dispersed in a thermoplastic ...

The invention provides a water-activated, deferred-action battery having a housing containing at least one cell, comprising at least one anode selected from the group consisting of magnesium, aluminum, zinc and alloys thereof; a cathode comprising a skeletal frame including conductive metal and having a portion of its surface area formed as open spaces, and further comprising a heat-pressed, rigid static ...

A method for detecting presence of protein or biofilm on a surface includes applying a composition to the surface, and observing a color reaction if protein or biofilm is present on the surface. The composition comprises a first part that includes copper sulfate and a second part that includes a reagent capable of reacting with the copper sulfate to produce ...

A cathode for a seawater battery and a method for making the cathode are disclosed. The cathode is made using a mixture of copper sulfate monohydrate and anhydrous copper sulfate at a mass percentage of 70-92%, conductive carbon powder at a mass percentage of 1-10%, conductive carbon fiber at a mass percentage of 1-10%, polyethylene pe powder at a mass ...

There is a need to protect the health of hummingbirds by preventing the rapid microbial spoiling of sugar nectar used in hummingbird feeders, without using artificial preservatives. The invention is a method, composition and kit, for naturally preventing spoilage of sugar nectar liquid food by using a transition metal salt, an optional acidifying agent, and an optional functional additive. Certain ...

There is a need to protect the health of hummingbirds by preventing the rapid microbial spoiling of sugar nectar used in hummingbird feeders, without using artificial preservatives. The invention is a method, composition and kit, for naturally preventing spoilage of sugar nectar liquid food by using a transition metal salt, an optional acidifying agent, and an optional functional additive. Certain ...

An adhesive used in underground applications where vegetation is present wherein the adhesive has been doped with a material or materials that deter the growth properties of adjacent vegetation. The materials can include zinc, copper sulfate, copper oxide, as well as sulfates of zinc, manganese, and nickel, in quantities that will repel or deter the advancement of roots and invasive ...

An article surface anti-fouling structure, composition, and method includes a surface structure for encapsulating an article from an external environment, the structure having anti fouling properties protecting the article from the external environment. Also, a composition for applying to the surface of the article for the anti-fouling surface treatment of the article, the composition including copper sulfate, sulfuric acid, hydrochloric ...

A method of plating a substrate, such as a wafer, by applying a voltage between the substrate and an anode is disclosed. The plating method includes: preparing a substrate having a recess formed in a surface thereof, a conductive layer being formed in at least a part of the recess; placing an insoluble anode and the substrate in contact with ...

A method for producing hydrogen gas from distilled water or sea water. The method includes providing a housing with a volume of distilled water, adding sulfuric acid or copper sulfate to the distilled water, running a current between a cathode and an anode via an electrical connection disposed within the electrolyte chamber, and collecting the hydrogen gas that rises to ...

Molded plastic products having fine particles of copper-based compound with relatively low price, simple process and good economic feasibility and productivity, and method of manufacturing the products are provided. A chemical structure of the molded plastic products is cuxmy, wherein m is any one selected from groups 15 to 17 of the periodic table, x/y is 0. 5-1. 5. Also the molded plastic ...

A composition for treating hoof thrush and similar ailments in horses is composed of a blend of copper sulfate dispersed in a viscous carrier. The copper sulfate may be anywhere between about 20 percent to 70 about percent by weight of the final product. An aqueous xanthan gum solution may constitute the balance of the composition, serving as the viscous carrier.

A wood preservative includes injectable particles comprising one or more sparingly soluble copper salts. The copper-based particles are sufficiently insoluble so as to not be easily removed by leaching but are sufficiently soluble to exhibit toxicity to primary organisms primarily responsible for the decay of the wood. Exemplary particles contain for example copper hydroxide, basic copper carbonate, copper carbonate, basic ...

A packaging material includes an antimicrobial agent adhered to a substrate. The antimicrobial agent can include copper, and the packaging material can include cellulose. The substrate can be paperboard, and the copper can be a copper salt, such as copper sulfate. The packaging material may be provided by causing adherence between the substrate and the antimicrobial agent, such as by ...

There is a need to protect the health of hummingbirds by preventing the rapid microbial spoiling of sugar nectar used in hummingbird feeders, without using artificial preservatives. The invention is a method, composition and kit, for naturally preventing spoilage of sugar nectar liquid food by using a transition metal salt, an optional acidifying agent, and an optional functional additive. Certain ...

The present invention provides compositions and methods of using these compositions to improve the taste, aroma and quality of wine. The compositions are aqueous solutions containing gelatin having a concentration of about 45 g/l to about 55 g/l, gum arabic having a concentration of about 92 g/l to about 112 g/l and copper sulfate having a concentration of about 0. 014 g/...

A controlled release copper sulfate algaecide for controlling phytoplankton growth, including blue green algae is described. The controlled release algaecide includes a copper sulfate granule coated with at least one layer including a polyurethane which is a reaction product of a polymeric diisocyanate and a polyol.

The present invention provides an electrodeposited copper foil having a tensile strength of at least 300 mpa and elongation rate of at least 3. 0% after heat treatment at 350° c. For 1 hour and provides a copper foil which prevents the breakage of a current collector (copper foil) while maintaining adhesiveness between the current collector (copper foil) and the active material in response ...

A composition for treating hoof thrush and similar ailments in horses is composed of a blend of copper sulfate and chlorhexidine dispersed in a viscous carrier. Preferably, the copper sulfate makes up 20 to 45 percent by weight of the final product and the chlorhexidine compound accounts for 1 to 5 percent by weight. A viscous carrier constitutes the balance of the formulation.

A cu-amine complex of hydrated copper sulfate and ethylene diamine or an oligomer of ethylene diamine is employed in a direct (one-pot) synthesis of a copper-cation containing silicoaluminophosphate (sapo) zeolite material having the cu/sapo-34 structure. The copper-amine complex is included in an aqueous gel of precursors of the sio2, al2o3, and p2o5 constituents, which are mixed, aged, ...

The invention relates to an electrolytic copper alloy foil having large mechanical strength in an ordinary state and showing resistant to heat deterioration even when it is heated to 300° c. Or more. That electrolytic copper alloy foil, which contains tungsten copper, preferably incorporates tungsten into copper foil as a copper alloy, has a tensile strength at ordinary temperature of 650 ...