Patents Assigned to Engineering
  • Integration of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells in Iron and Steel Processing
    Publication number: 20140260798
    Abstract: In various aspects, systems and methods are provided for operating molten carbonate fuel cells with processes for iron and/or steel production. The systems and methods can provide process improvements such as increased efficiency, reduction of carbon emissions per ton of product produced, or simplified capture of the carbon emissions as an integrated part of the system. The number of separate processes and the complexity of the overall production system can be reduced while providing flexibility in fuel feed stock and the various chemical, heat, and electrical outputs needed to power the processes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: EXXONMOBIL RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Paul J. Berlowitz, Timothy Andrew Barckholtz, Anita S. Lee
  • INTEGRATED POWER GENERATION AND CARBON CAPTURE USING FUEL CELLS
    Publication number: 20140272615
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for capturing CO2 from a combustion source using molten carbonate fuel cells (MCFCs). At least a portion of the anode exhaust can be recycled for use as a fuel for the combustion source. Optionally, a second portion of the anode exhaust can be recycled for use as part of an anode input stream. This can allow for a reduction in the amount of fuel cell area required for separating CO2 from the combustion source exhaust and/or modifications in how the fuel cells can be operated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: EXXONMOBIL RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Paul J. Berlowitz, Timothy Andrew Barckholtz, Frank Hershkowitz
  • ROTATABLE CABLE GUIDE FOR RETRACTABLE CORD REEL
    Publication number: 20140263801
    Abstract: A novel retractable cord reel is disclosed. The retractable cord reel may have a rotating rotatable guide configured to adapt to an expandable wire coil that changes direction within the cord reel. The retractable cord reel may have splices between wire segments that are formed by electrical connectors that are sealed from the environment with an adhesive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Response Engineering, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard SKOWRONSKI
  • Method for Characterization of Vehicle Support Surfaces
    Publication number: 20140278226
    Abstract: A method for characterizing the surface over which a vehicle is to be rolled during a rolling compensation procedure. A set of wheel alignment angle sensors are mounted to the rearmost fixed axle of a vehicle which is then backed onto the floor surface to be characterized, and rolled in reverse over the region of the floor surface generally traversed during a rolling compensation procedure. As the vehicle is rolled in reverse, a pair of wheel alignment angle sensors temporarily positioned at selected points on the floor surface measure a distance to the wheel-mounted alignment angle sensors, which in turn, are acquiring camber angle measurements. The resulting set of measurements is stored in an accessible data storage device, characterizing the camber altering contours of a path across the floor surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Hunter Engineering Company
    Inventors: Michael T. Stieff, James W. McClenahan, J. Kaleb Silver, Timothy A. Strege, Nicholas J. Colarelli, III
  • Integration of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells in Cement Processing
    Publication number: 20140261090
    Abstract: In various aspects, systems and methods are provided for operating molten carbonate fuel cells with processes for cement production. The systems and methods can provide process improvements including increased efficiency, reduction of carbon emissions per ton of product produced, and simplified capture of the carbon emissions as an integrated part of the system. The number of separate processes and the complexity of the overall production system can be reduced while providing flexibility in fuel feed stock and the various chemical, heat, and electrical outputs needed to power the processes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: EXXONMOBIL RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Paul J. Berlowitz, Timothy Andrew Barckholtz, Anita S. Lee
  • ATTACHMENT FOR DIFFERENT AIR VALVES
    Publication number: 20140261754
    Abstract: An air valve connecting device or attachment includes a housing having an inlet mouth, a sliding member slidably engaged in the housing and extendible out of the housing, the sliding member includes two pathways and two chambers communicating with each other, two gaskets are engaged into the chambers of the sliding member respectively for engaging with different inflation valves, and the outer peripheral walls for forming the chambers of the sliding member are compressible to engage with the gaskets and to grasp and retain the inflation valves and the gaskets in the chambers of the sliding member respectively when either of the outer peripheral walls is engaged into the housing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: BETO ENGINEERING & MARKETING CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Beto Engineering & Marketing Co., Ltd.
  • INTEGRATED POWER GENERATION AND CARBON CAPTURE USING FUEL CELLS
    Publication number: 20140272617
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for capturing CO2 from a combustion source using molten carbonate fuel cells (MCFCs). At least a portion of the anode exhaust can be recycled for use as a fuel for the combustion source. Optionally, a second portion of the anode exhaust can be recycled for use as part of an anode input stream. This can allow for a reduction in the amount of fuel cell area required for separating CO2 from the combustion source exhaust and/or modifications in how the fuel cells can be operated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: EXXONMOBIL RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Paul J. Berlowitz, Timothy Andrew Barckholtz, Frank H. Hershkowitz
  • HYDROHALOGENATION OF VINYL TERMINATED POLYMERS AND THEIR FUNCTIONALIZED DERIVATIVES FOR FOULING MITIGATION IN HYDROCARBON REFINING PROCESSES
    Publication number: 20140262950
    Abstract: A compound useful for reducing fouling in a hydrocarbon refining process is provided. A method for preparing the compound includes hydrohalogenating a polymer having a vinyl chain end to obtain a halogen-containing terminal group, and reacting the terminal group with a polyamine. Methods of using the compound and compositions thereof are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company
    Inventors: ManKit NG, Donna J. CROWTHER, Glen Barry BRONS, Hong CHENG, Patrick BRANT, Clarence CHASE
  • Integration of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells in a Refinery Setting
    Publication number: 20140272629
    Abstract: In various aspects, systems and methods are provided for operating molten carbonate fuel cells in a refinery setting. The molten carbonate fuel cells can be used to provide hydrogen to various refinery processes, including providing hydrogen in place of using a carbon-based fuel for various combustion reactions. In a further aspect, CO2-containing streams generated by refinery processes can also be used as input streams to the molten carbonate fuel cells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: EXXONMOBIL RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Paul J. Berlowitz, Timothy Andrew Barckholtz, Anita S. Lee
  • NEURAL SENSING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20140275911
    Abstract: The present invention provides a neural sensing device and method for making the same. The neural sensing device includes a base, an integrated circuit portion and a plurality of microprobes. The base has an active surface and a backside surface. The integrated circuit portion is disposed on the active surface of the base. The microprobes protrude from the backside surface of the base. The conductive vias are disposed in the microprobes and electrically connected to the integrated circuit portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: ADVANCED SEMICONDUCTOR ENGINEERING, INC.
    Inventor: Kuo-Hua Chen
  • FUNCTIONALIZED POLYMERS CONTAINING POLYAMINE SUCCINIMIDE FOR ANTIFOULING IN HYDROCARBON REFINING PROCESSES
    Publication number: 20140262953
    Abstract: A multipurpose chemical additives (MPC) is disclosed to mitigate fouling in hydrocarbon refinery processes, such as in a heat exchanger. A method for reducing fouling of a hydrocarbon is also disclosed that includes (i) providing a crude hydrocarbon for a refining process; and (ii) adding an additive to the crude hydrocarbon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company
    Inventors: ManKit NG, Mohsen Shahmirzadi YEGANEH, Timothy Andrew BARCKHOLTZ, Glen Barry BRONS, Hong CHENG, Matthew W. HOLTCAMP, Geoffrey Marshall KEISER, Donna J. CROWTHER, Patrick BRANT, David T. FERRUGHELLI, Clarence CHASE, Emmanuel ULYSSE, Edward A. LEMON
  • BULK MATERIAL HANDLING ASSEMBLY HAVING A CLAMP MOUNTED VIBRATOR AND METHOD RELATED TO THE SAME
    Publication number: 20140269150
    Abstract: A bulk material handling assembly comprises a pair of spaced-apart walls, an elongate vibrator, a pair of saddle clamps, and a pair of locking members. The saddle clamps encircle and releasably secure the axial end portions of the vibrator to the spaced-apart walls of the bulk material handling assembly. The locking members are secured to the saddle clamps and to the end portions of the vibrator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: MARTIN ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventor: Travis J. Miller
  • PROCESSES AND SYSTEMS FOR STORING, DISTRIBUTING AND DISPATCHING ENERGY ON DEMAND USING AND RECYCLING CARBON
    Publication number: 20140272639
    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to storing energy in a form that is carbon neutral, storable and transportable, so that it can be used on demand. The present invention provides a process and system for using energy as available to produce carbon from carbon oxide, and then oxidizing the carbon to generate useful energy on demand, while effectively recycling the carbon, oxidant, and carbon oxide used in the process or system. In one embodiment, the present invention effectively stores renewable energy as carbon, transports the carbon, oxidizes the carbon to generate useful energy on demand and recycles the carbon as carbon dioxide. This invention may increase the utilization of renewable energy, especially for electrical power generation, while producing no net carbon dioxide or other air pollutants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Zietlow Innovative Engineering and Technology, LLC
    Inventor: Douglas A. ZIETLOW
  • Integration of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells in Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis
    Publication number: 20140272641
    Abstract: In various aspects, systems and methods are provided for integration of molten carbonate fuel cells with a Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process. The molten carbonate fuel cells can be integrated with a Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process in various manners, including providing synthesis gas for use in producing hydrocarbonaceous carbons. Additionally, integration of molten carbonate fuel cells with a Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process can facilitate further processing of vent streams or secondary product streams generated during the synthesis process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: EXXONMOBIL RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING COMPANY
    Inventors: Paul J. Berlowitz, Timothy Andrew Barckholtz, Frank H. Hershkowitz
  • VACUUM ISOLATION VALVE
    Publication number: 20140261756
    Abstract: The vacuum isolation valve includes a housing installed between a chamber and a chamber cleaning gas supply and including a tube connecting the chamber to the chamber cleaning gas supply, a tube isolator formed at a predetermined position of the tube, a first blocking unit installed to the housing, and a second blocking unit installed to the housing, for, when the first blocking unit moves in the first direction, maintaining communication between the chamber and the chamber cleaning gas supply by moving in a second direction and pressing the first blocking unit and for, when the first blocking unit moves in an opposite direction to the first direction, blocking communication between the chamber and the chamber cleaning gas supply.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 26, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: MST Engineering co., ltd.
    Inventors: Hanjung CHO, Sangho KIM
  • Air Filter
    Publication number: 20140260982
    Abstract: An air filter including an open end, a closed end, and a filter area there between. The open end frictionally engages and seals an air port, while the closed end mates with the housing to secure the filter to the housing. The filter area is reinforced to provide a durable, reusable filter. The filter material is selected to provide depth loading and increase the particulate capacity of the filter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: K&N Engineering, Inc.
    Inventors: Steve Williams, Jere James Wall
  • FIXED BED HYDROVISBREAKING OF HEAVY HYDROCARBON OILS
    Publication number: 20140262947
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to processes for upgrading heavy hydrocarbon oils such as heavy crude oils, atmospheric residuum, vacuum residuum, heavy oils from catalytic treatment, heavy cycle oils from fluid catalytic cracking, thermal tars, as oils from visbreaking, oils from oil sands, bitumen, deasphlter rock, and heavy oils derived from coal. The process utilizes a utility fluid including recycled liquid hydroprocessed product containing a significant amount of single or multi-ring aromatics. Unlike conventional fixed bed resid hydroprocessing, the process can be operated at temperatures pressures and reactor conditions that favor the desired hydrocracking reactions over aromatics hydrogenation reduce the coking tendencies of heavy hydrocarbon oils.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company
    Inventors: Stephen H. Brown, Stephen Mark Davis
  • METHODS FOR PRODUCING BASESTOCKS FROM RENEWABLE SOURCES USING DEWAXING CATALYST
    Publication number: 20140275688
    Abstract: Provided are methods for producing a lube base stock and/or a fuel from a feedstock of biological origin, the method including: contacting the feedstock in the presence of a catalyst to produce a lube base stock and/or a fuel, wherein the catalyst comprises: a zeolite component selected from a zeolite having 10-member ring pores, a zeolite having 12-member ring pores and a combination thereof, 0.1 to 5 weight % of a hydrogenation component selected from Pt, Pd, Ag, Ni, Co, Mo, W, Rh, Re, Ru, Ir and a mixture thereof, and a hydrothermally stable binder component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company
    Inventors: Scott J. Weigel, Joseph Emmanuel Gatt, Darryl Donald Lacy, Randall D. Partridge, Kun Wang, Lei Zhang, Christine Nicole Elia, Jenna Lynn Walp
  • METHOD FOR IMPROVING EMULSION CHARACTERISTICS OF ENGINE OILS
    Publication number: 20140274837
    Abstract: A method for improving the ability of an engine lubricating oil contaminated with water and fuel to emulsify water contamination by using as the engine lubricating oil a formulated oil including a lubricating oil base stock as a major component and a coupled block copolymer as a minor component. A method for improving thermo-oxidative stability and elastomer compatibility in an engine lubricated with a lubricating oil by using as the lubricating oil a formulated oil including a lubricating oil base stock as a major component and a coupled block copolymer as a minor component. A lubricating engine oil including a lubricating oil base stock as a major component and a coupled block copolymer as a minor component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company
    Inventors: Benjamin D. Eirich, Douglas Edward Deckman, Abhimanyu Onkar Patil, Jacob Joseph Habeeb
  • STORAGE APPLIANCE AND THREAT INDICATOR QUERY FRAMEWORK
    Publication number: 20140283075
    Abstract: Systems are described for capturing network traffic data and efficiently storing the data on solid state storage devices. The systems can include a capture process module, a storage management module, and a query module. The storage management module can include circuitry configured to hold an arbitrarily large number of solid state storage devices configured to appear to a host system as a single large solid state drive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: CYBER ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Joseph Drissel, James Hanson