Patents Examined by P. Achutanurthy
  • Isomerization of paraffins with strong solid acid catalyst and adamantane
    Patent number: 5157199
    Abstract: A process for isomerizing a paraffin feed comprising contacting the feed with a strong, solid acid catalyst comprising a sulfated Group IVB metal oxide and at least one Group VIII metal in the presence of hydrogen and an adamantane compound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 1991
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1992
    Assignee: Exxon Research and Engineering Co.
    Inventors: Stuart L. Soled, Enrique Iglesia, George M. Kramer, William E. Gates, Richard H. Ernst