Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing network service ordering and provisioning of secure access service edge (“SASE”) software packages. In various embodiments, a computing system may provide a user experience (“UX”) platform for a customer portal, the UX platform being accessible by a user via a user device over a first network(s); may provide, via the UX platform, options to configure, via the customer portal, one or more SASE-based network services among a plurality of network services provided by a service provider; and may autonomously orchestrate deployment and configuration of the one or more SASE-based network services via one or more customer premises equipment (“CPE”) that are associated with the user or to an entity with which the user is associated, over a second network(s), based at least in part on user selection of at least one option to configure the one or more SASE-based network services.

Abstract: A process for obtaining light olefins from a hydrocarbonaceous feedstock comprising a polymer recyclate, a polyol, a biomass composition, or a combination thereof. A process comprising contacting the hydrocarbonaceous feedstock with a small pore size zeolite catalyst in a reaction zone under pyrolysis conditions to produce a product stream comprising ethylene and/or propylene and aromatics. The hydrocarbonaceous feedstock is subjected to first pyrolysis conditions in a first reaction zone to produce a first reaction product. The first reaction product is then contacted with a small pore size zeolite catalyst in a second reaction zone under second pyrolysis conditions sufficient produce a second reaction product comprising ethylene and/or propylene and less than or equal to 8 wt % aromatics, based on the weight of the product stream. A hydrocarbonaceous waste stream is pretreated to produce the hydrocarbonaceous feedstock having a reduced content of contaminants harmful to zeolite catalysts.

Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing network service ordering and provisioning of secure access service edge (“SASE”) software packages. In various embodiments, a computing system may provide a user experience (“UX”) platform for a customer portal, the UX platform being accessible by a user via a user device over a first network(s); may provide, via the UX platform, options to configure, via the customer portal, one or more SASE-based network services among a plurality of network services provided by a service provider; and may autonomously orchestrate deployment and configuration of the one or more SASE-based network services via one or more customer premises equipment (“CPE”) that are associated with the user or to an entity with which the user is associated, over a second network(s), based at least in part on user selection of at least one option to configure the one or more SASE-based network services.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for upgrading heavy aromatic waste streams, including polystyrene and other related materials, to chemical feedstocks. Process embodiments include feeding heavy aromatic waste streams to: a) thermal pyrolysis followed by catalytic pyrolysis; b) thermal pyrolysis followed separation of thermal pyrolysis effluent to light and heavy streams followed by catalytic pyrolysis of the light stream; c) thermal pyrolysis followed by catalytic pyrolysis of the thermal pyrolysis effluent followed separation of the catalytic pyrolysis effluent to light and heavy streams; and d) thermal pyrolysis followed separation of thermal pyrolysis effluent to light and heavy streams followed by catalytic pyrolysis of the light stream followed by separation of the catalytic pyrolysis effluent to light and heavy streams. Each embodiment leads to production of ethylene, propylene, benzene, ethylbenzene, ethylbenzene precursors, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: Methods for upgrading heavy aromatic waste streams, such as polystyrene, to chemical feedstocks are disclosed. The process involves feeding waste streams to a first pyrolysis zone followed by hydrogenation. The hydrogenation effluent is processed to recover ethylene, propylene, benzene, ethylbenzene, or their precursors. Optionally, the effluents are separated into light and heavy streams. The light stream from the first pyrolysis effluent is sent to hydrogenation, while the heavy stream is either removed, recycled to the first pyrolysis zone, or fed to a second pyrolysis zone. The light stream from the hydrogenation effluent is processed to recover the same chemicals, and the heavy stream is similarly managed. If present, the second pyrolysis effluent is separated into light and heavy streams, with the light stream processed to recover chemicals and the heavy stream managed as before.

Abstract: A method for treating a polymer recyclate to produce an improved depolymerization feed is described. The method comprises providing a polymer recyclate comprising a polyolefin component and a polar polymer component, wherein the polar polymer component comprises heteroatom bonds. The polymer recyclate is subjected to reaction conditions sufficient to degrade at least a portion of heteroatom bonds to produce a degraded polar polymer component and a waste gas comprising hetero-containing compounds. An improved depolymerization feed, comprising the polyolefin component and the degraded polar polymer component, is recovered. Also, disclosed is a depolymerization process comprising a step of pretreating a polymer recyclate according to the disclosed method.

Abstract: Methods of depolymerizing polyolefin-based material into useful petrochemical products using styrene oligomers or polymers, and heat are described. The styrene oligomers or polymers improve the depolymerization reaction by decreasing the halftime for the depolymerization, which results in a higher depolymerization rate and a shorter residence time in the depolymerization unit, allowing for a predictable depolymerization reaction, and decreasing the branching or aromatic formations in the product.

Abstract: Catalytic compositions and processes for depolymerizing polyolefin-based feed into useful petrochemical products are described. The compositions are a composite of a zeolite catalyst component and a co-catalyst comprising an activated clay component and/or a solid base component. These catalyst systems, along with heat, are used to both increase the depolymerization reaction rate of the feed streams and suppress poisoning effects of impurities that may be present in the polyolefin-based feed. This results in a shorter residence time in the depolymerization unit and more efficient process.

Abstract: Catalytic compositions and processes for depolymerizing polyolefin-based feed into useful petrochemical products are described. The compositions are a composite of a zeolite catalyst component and a co-catalyst comprising an activated clay component and/or a solid base component. These catalyst systems, along with heat, are used to both increase the depolymerization reaction rate of the feed streams and suppress poisoning effects of impurities that may be present in the polyolefin-based feed. This results in a shorter residence time in the depolymerization unit and more efficient process.

Abstract: Catalytic compositions for depolymerizing polyolefin-based waste material into useful petrochemical products and methods of use are described. The catalytic compositions are mixed metal oxides demonstrating equal or higher conversion than noncatalytic pyrolysis. These mixed metal oxide catalysts and a polyolefin-based material are heated in the presence of oxygen to form a product comprising one or more olefin monomers.

Abstract: A tubular collar adapted to be worn around the neck of an individual. The tubular collar has a front sheet and a rear sheet, each with tapered ends. A fastener is provided on opposite ends of the front and rear sheets. The tubular collar is configurable in an open configuration and a closed configuration. In the closed configuration, the fasteners are attached to each other to affix the tapered ends together to form a loop sized to be placed around the neck of an individual. The tubular collar comprises an opening on the front sheet sized to receive ice or other cooling medium, or a heating medium, within an enclosed space of the tubular collar. By positioning the tubular collar around the neck, the weight of the cooling or heating medium is distributed across the neck and shoulders thereby providing comfort during motion such as during strenuous activities.

Abstract: Catalytic compositions for depolymerizing polyolefin-based waste material into useful petrochemical products and methods of use are described. The compositions are a composite of at least one zeolite catalyst with one or more co-catalyst(s) that is a solid inorganic material. These composite catalysts, along with heat, are used to both increase the depolymerization reaction rate of the feed streams and suppress poisoning effects of non-polyolefin polymers that may be present. This results in a shorter residence time in the depolymerization unit and more efficient process.

Abstract: A sole for footwear includes an elongate body and a plurality of discrete, flexible and inserts configured to be secured to the elongate body. The insert has an elongate main portion fabricated from an elastic material and having a first end portion and a second end portion, a first anchor attached to the first end portion of the elongate main portion and configured to detachably engage a sole and a second anchor attached to the second end portion of the elongate main portion and configured to detachably engage a sole. The anchors can be secured in notches in a cavity of the sole to securely attach the insert to the sole.

Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing network service ordering and provisioning of secure access service edge (“SASE”) software packages. In various embodiments, a computing system may provide a user experience (“UX”) platform for a customer portal, the UX platform being accessible by a user via a user device over a first network(s); may provide, via the UX platform, options to configure, via the customer portal, one or more SASE-based network services among a plurality of network services provided by a service provider; and may autonomously orchestrate deployment and configuration of the one or more SASE-based network services via one or more customer premises equipment (“CPE”) that are associated with the user or to an entity with which the user is associated, over a second network(s), based at least in part on user selection of at least one option to configure the one or more SASE-based network services.

Abstract: Methods of depolymerizing polyolefin-based material into useful petrochemical products using supported metal oxides and heat are described. The supported metal oxides improve the depolymerization reaction by decreasing the half time for the depolymerization, which results in a higher depolymerization rate and a shorter residence time in the depolymerization unit, allowing for a predictable depolymerization reaction, and decreasing the branching or aromatic formations in the product.

Abstract: The invention is a pulsar lock device that can be installed on a variety of different gas dispensing pumps to prevent theft of gasoline. The pulsar lock device includes first and second covers that enable the device to be attached to a fuel dispenser frame. The covers also properly position the device adjacent to the pulsar. The pulsar lock further includes a cross bar that spans the distance between the first and second covers and provides support for a block. Advantageously, the block is positioned adjacent to the pulsar, thereby preventing access to the pulsar control board. As a result, the pulsar cannot be accessed and/or manipulated, thereby effectively preventing theft of gasoline by thieves.

Abstract: A method of depolymerizing polymeric material including the steps of: (a) feeding a polymeric material to a depolymerization reactor maintained at a temperature in the range of from 400° C. to 600° C. and operated under a pressure in the range of from 4 to 15 barg; and (b) depolymerizing at least a portion of the polymeric material thereby forming a first gaseous product and a first liquid product.

Abstract: A reinforced pultruded profile having a top edge, a bottom edge spaced along a vertical axis extending between the top edge and the bottom edge, a transverse axis oriented perpendicular to the vertical axis, and a machine axis oriented along a length of the profile. The pultruded profile includes a first reinforcing layer spaced along the vertical axis and oriented along the transverse axis, a second reinforcing layer spaced along the vertical axis and oriented along the transverse axis, and a first structural layer located between the first reinforcing layer and the second reinforcing layer, the first structural layer having a modulus of elasticity of at least 175 GPa.

Abstract: Pre-treatment methods for polyolefin-based feed streams before depolymerization are described. Polyolefins are separated from other material in the polyolefin-based feed stream using density differences in an aqueous solution, which allows for a pre-treatment method that does not affect the depolymerization catalyst. By removing the non-polyolefin materials from the feed stream, the depolymerization of the polyolefin material can proceed at lower temperatures for longer cycles. This results in a more efficient process with a smaller carbon footprint.

Abstract: Methods of depolymerizing polyolefin-based material into useful petrochemical products using metal oxides and heat are described. The metal oxides improve the depolymerization reaction by decreasing the onset temperature for the depolymerization, which results in a higher depolymerization rate and a shorter residence time in the depolymerization unit, allowing for a predictable depolymerization reaction, and decreasing the branching or aromatic formations in the product.