Modified hydrophobic sponges

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PATENT NO 9931611
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15034227

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Articles are provided for absorbing fluids. In embodiments, the articles of the present disclosure are modified to make them hydrophobic, thereby decreasing their affinity for water and similar liquids, while increasing their affinity for other hydrophobic materials, including oil. After use, the articles, in embodiments polyurethane sponges, may have their absorbed materials removed therefrom, and the articles may then be reused to absorb additional materials.

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THE RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK35 STATE STREET ALBANY NY 12207

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Chu, Benjamin Setauket, US 59 1865
Hsiao, Benjamin Setauket, US 3 255
Wang, Zhe Stony Brook, US 485 4696

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