PHOTOINITIATED OPTICAL ADHESIVE AND METHOD FOR USING SAME

摘要

A method for bonding glass components using an optional encapsulated photo-initiated optical adhesive, and a glass assembly method using said optional adhesive. A mixture containing a catalyst and a resin is provided where either the catalyst or the resin (or both) are encapsulated. The mixture is applied to a glass component. The mixture may be exposed to ultraviolet light causing the capsules to release the portions contained therein and combine to form an adhesive (this may be done before or after applying the mixture to the glass component). A second glass component is then placed on the adhesive so that the adhesive is interposed between the glass components. Alternatively, the mixture may be exposed to UV light after the second glass component is placed. An exemplary method uses a frame to create a uniform thickness of adhesive. Barrier coats and skirting tape may also be used.