Patents by Inventor Ernest M. Jenelle

Ernest M. Jenelle 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).

  • Submerged fixed media for nitrification
    Patent number: 5500119
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel apparatus for enhancing the nitrification of wastewater, and a method of its use. The present apparatus comprises the addition of a plurality of submerged, fixed support means to an activated sludge system. These support means act as supports for autotrophic nitrification bacteria and are disposed in the activated sludge system so that the wastewater is substantially free of carbonaceous waste by the time it reaches the support media. A circulation system is used to bring the wastewater into contact with the support media so that nitrification can occur.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 19, 1996
    Inventor: Ernest M. Jenelle