Patents by Inventor Wayne A. LePori

Wayne A. LePori has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Devices and Methods for a Pyrolysis and Gasification System for Biomass Feedstock
    Publication number: 20130205727
    Abstract: A pyrolysis and gasification system and method convert a biomass feed stock to bio-char and synthesis gas. In one embodiment, the pyrolysis and gasification system includes a reactor for producing a synthesis gas and bio-char from a biomass feedstock. The system includes a flow measurement device and an air distribution system, which provides a fluidized bed in the reactor. The system also includes a cyclone assembly. The cyclone assembly removes the bio-char from the synthesis gas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2011
    Publication date: August 15, 2013
    Applicant: THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM
    Inventors: Wayne A. Lepori, David B. Carney, Sergio C. Capareda, Calvin B. Parnell, JR.
  • System and process for conversion of biomass into usable energy
    Patent number: 4848249
    Abstract: A system is disclosed for converting unconditioned biomass, such as cotton gin trash, into usable energy. This is accomplished by gasifying the biomass, removing the particulate char from the combustible gas using cyclonic separators, burning the gas, and using the heat to generate steam. Two stage combustion helps minimize NO.sub.x formation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 1987
    Date of Patent: July 18, 1989
    Assignee: Texas A&M University
    Inventors: Wayne A. LePori, Calvin B. Parnell