1 Treatment coatings in the nature of chemical agents, namely, chemical and polymer additives for use in the manufacture of textiles to provide antimicrobial, insecticidal, water repellent, mold-resistant, mildew-resistant, fungus-resistant or flame-resistant properties; Treatment coatings in the nature of mold inhibiting chemicals for preventing growth of mold in textiles; polymers, polymer additives, and chemical additives, namely, ceramic, metallic, semiconductor, and polymer linkage of sub-micron and nano-sized particles and additives, for use in the manufacture and performance enhancement of lubricants, corrosion-resistant materials, antimicrobial and biomedical applications, fuels, devices comprised of engineered materials, and wear-resistant coatings and components thereof