Patents by Inventor Errol D. Goddard

Errol D. Goddard 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).

  • Polymer mixtures useful in skin care
    Patent number: 5153174
    Abstract: Binary polymer mixtures of albumin and glycosaminoglycan and ternary polymer mixtures of polyionic polypeptide and high molecular weight and highly charged polyanions are useful for managing skin including wrinkles or other irregularities. Aqueous compositions of the ternary mixtures have pH dependent phase change properties and provide skin activated films.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 6, 1992
    Assignees: Union Carbide Chemicals & Plastics Inc., Biomatrix Incorporated
    Inventors: Philip A. Band, Arminda G. Barbone, Errol D. Goddard, Adolf Leshchiner, Emmett M. Partain, III, Joseph P. Pavlichko
  • Method of forming stable dispersions of particulate matter
    Patent number: 5135575
    Abstract: The present invention discloses an improved method for forming stable dispersions of particulate matter. In particular, the present invention relates to a method of forming stable dispersions of particulate matter in both organic and silicone-based fluids.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 1990
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1992
    Assignee: Union Carbide Chemicals & Plastics Technology Corporation
    Inventors: Sue L. Yang, Errol D. Goddard, Pak S. Leung
  • Antifreeze composition concentrate containing oxyalkylene compound and an organic phosphate surface modifier compound
    Patent number: 5073283
    Abstract: Antifreeze composition and composition concentrates are disclosed which comprise an alcohol, such as, for example ethylene glycol, a surface modifier, such as, for example, an organophosphate which adheres to the interior surfaces of a cooling system, and a pseudo oil, such as, for example a polypropylene glycol, which forms a film on the surface-modified, interior surfaces of the cooling system. Also disclosed are methods of making and using the composition and composition concentrates.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1989
    Date of Patent: December 17, 1991
    Assignee: First Brands Corporation
    Inventors: Pak S. Leung, Errol D. Goddard
  • Silicone antifoams
    Patent number: 5055229
    Abstract: A durable, effective foam suppressant composition produced through free-radical polymerization of mixtures of polydiorganosiloxanes, silica and a free radical polymerization initiator, and optionally, vinyl monomer(s) and pendant vinyl modified silicone oil, followed by dilution of the resulting reaction product with a low viscosity polysiloxane is disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for its production and use in suppressing foams in liquid mediums.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 8, 1991
    Assignee: Union Carbide Chemicals and Plastics Technology Corporation
    Inventors: Robert H. Pelton, Errol D. Goddard
  • Potentiation of topical compositions wherein a uniform microdispersion of active agent is formed
    Patent number: 4938951
    Abstract: Topical, particularly light selective, compositions and methods using evaporative solvent, and a 0.5:1 to 20:1 ratio of film-forming polymer to topically active agent provide a microdispersion of agent in a polymer film exhibiting enhanced topical activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 1985
    Date of Patent: July 3, 1990
    Assignee: Union Carbide Chemicals and Plastics Company Inc.
    Inventors: Pak S. Leung, Errol D. Goddard
  • Process for processing thermoplastic polymers
    Patent number: 4925890
    Abstract: A process for enhancing the fabrication of thermoplastic polymers entailing the addition of from 0.01 to 1 part, per hundred parts of thermoplastic polymer, of a processing aid, said processing aid comprising a processing additive, such as a silicon or a polyol, and a processing adjuvant, such as a phosphate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 1989
    Date of Patent: May 15, 1990
    Assignee: Union Carbide Chemicals and Plastics Company Inc.
    Inventors: Pak S. Leung, Errol D. Goddard, Fred H. Ancker
  • Processes for managing keratinous material using glycosaminoglycan and cationic polymer combinations
    Patent number: 4913743
    Abstract: Combinations of glycosaminoglycan and certain cationic polymers provide modified glycosaminoglycan properties and can provide substantivity to keratinous material, compatibility, stability, humectancy, rheology and other properties useful in personal care or medical applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 1988
    Date of Patent: April 3, 1990
    Assignees: Biomatrix, Inc., Union Carbide Chemicals and Plastics Company Inc.
    Inventors: George L. Brode, Philip A. Band, Errol D. Goddard, Arminda G. Barbone, Adolf Leshchiner, Joseph P. Pavlichko, Emmett Partain, III, Pak S. Leung
  • Environmentally safe method for the removal of residual water soluble polymers from aqueous waste streams
    Patent number: 4897199
    Abstract: An environmentally safe method is provided for the removal and disposal of residual water soluble polymers, particularly polyethers, from aqueous waste streams, wherein a pretreated inert inorganic substrate is contacted with the waste stream and the polymer contained therein adsorbed onto the substrate. Thereafter, the polymers are removed from the substrate as CO.sub.2 and water by combustion and the substrate subjected to regenerative conditions for recycling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 5, 1989
    Date of Patent: January 30, 1990
    Assignee: Union Carbide Chemicals and Plastics Company Inc.
    Inventors: Kavssery P. Ananthapadmanabhan, Errol D. Goddard
  • Process for processing thermoplastic polymers
    Patent number: 4857593
    Abstract: A process for enhancing the fabrication of thermoplastic polymers entailing the addition of from 0.01 to 1 part, per hundred parts of thermoplastic polymer, of a processing aid, said processing aid comprising a processing additive, such as a silicone or a polyol, and a processing adjuvant, such as a phosphate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 1988
    Date of Patent: August 15, 1989
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: Pak S. Leung, Errol D. Goddard, Fred H. Ancker
  • Glycosaminoglycan and cationic polymer combinations
    Patent number: 4767463
    Abstract: Combinations of glycosaminoglycan and certain cationic polymers provide modified glycosaminoglycan properties and can provide substantivity to keratinous material, compatibility, stability, humectancy, rheology and other properties useful in personal care or medical applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 1987
    Date of Patent: August 30, 1988
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: George L. Brode, Philip A. Band, Errol D. Goddard, Arminda G. Barbone, Adolf Leshchiner, Joseph P. Pavlichko, Emmett M. Partain, III, Pak S. Leung
  • Process for the recovery of metal values
    Patent number: 4765834
    Abstract: A process for the selective concentration of metal values in solution wherein said metal-containing solution is contacted with a multiple-phase system having a common solvent, thereby causing the preferential migration of metal values into one phase of said multiple-phase system. The phases of the system may then be isolated and the metal values recovered therefrom by conventional techniques.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 23, 1988
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: Kavssery P. Ananthapadmanabhan, Errol D. Goddard
  • Method for improving the partition coefficient in enzyme-containing systems having at least two phases
    Patent number: 4743550
    Abstract: A process for the recovery of enzymes from an aqueous system having at least two aqueous phases wherein the partition coefficient with respect to an enzyme may be improved through the addition of organo-compatible, compounds having anionic functionality, such as polyacrylic acid, polyvinyl sulfonate and sodium dodecylsulfate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 1985
    Date of Patent: May 10, 1988
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: Kavssery P. Ananthapadmanabhan, Errol D. Goddard
  • Method of increasing solubility of enzymes
    Patent number: 4738925
    Abstract: A method is provided for increasing the solubility of an enzyme in an aqueous solution comprising providing a water-soluble anionic surfactant to the solution and further providing the solution with a pH above that which result in the formation of an enzyme/surfactant precipitate. The application is further directed to an aqueous solution containing an anionic surfactant and having an enzyme concentration contained therein which is higher than that possible in the absence of the surfactant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 1985
    Date of Patent: April 19, 1988
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: Kavssery P. Ananthapadmanabhan, Errol D. Goddard
  • Process for the separation of solid particulate matter
    Patent number: 4725358
    Abstract: This invention relates to a process for the separation and recovery of particulate matter having an average diameter of about 1 micron or less through the use of aqueous hi-phase systems and the modification of the surface properties of the particulate matter through use of a surfactant to modify its tendency to selectively migrate to one phase of the bi-phase system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1986
    Date of Patent: February 16, 1988
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: Kavssery P. Ananthapadmanabhan, Errol D. Goddard
  • Oil-in-alcohol microemulsions in antifreeze
    Patent number: 4704220
    Abstract: Oil-in-alcohol microemulsion-containing composition concentrate stabilized by at least one emulsifier and containing at least one organic hydrophobizing agent having a metal adsorbing moiety therein. The composition concentrate, when diluted with water, is useful in automotive coolant systems as an antifreeze.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 1986
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1987
    Assignee: First Brands Corporation
    Inventors: Errol D. Goddard, John L. Haack, Pak S. Leung
  • Foamable compositions and processes for use thereof
    Patent number: 4683004
    Abstract: Foamable compositions comprising water, and a modified non-ionic cellulose ether prepared as described in U.S. Pat. No. 4,228,277 produce very stable foams. Accordingly, these compositions are suitable for use as foaming personal care products, such as hair styling mousses and foaming hand lotions and cleansers, and in other applications where stable foams are needed. In personal care products, foaming is desirably effected by an aerosol propellant included in the foamable composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 1985
    Date of Patent: July 28, 1987
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventor: Errol D. Goddard
  • Hydrophobe substituted, water-soluble cationic polysaccharides
    Patent number: 4663159
    Abstract: Water-soluble, cationic polysaccharides, including quaternary nitrogen-containing cellulose ethers, containing hydrophobic substitution, are substantially water-soluble; provide aqueous solutions having enhanced viscosity, foaming and preferably improved surface properties; and possess utility in personal care, emulsions and cleansers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 1985
    Date of Patent: May 5, 1987
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: George L. Brode, II, Russell L. Kreeger, Errol D. Goddard, Frederick M. Merritt, II, David B. Braun
  • Cooling system using an oil-in-alcohol containing consolute antifreeze composition
    Patent number: 4610222
    Abstract: A method of and apparatus for cooling an internal combustion engine with an oil-in-alcohol containing consolute antifreeze composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 1984
    Date of Patent: September 9, 1986
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: Errol D. Goddard, Pak S. Leung, Paul H. Mohr
  • Oil-in-alcohol microemulsion
    Patent number: 4605422
    Abstract: Oil-in-alcohol microemulsions stabilized by at least one emulsifier and useful as lubricating fluids, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 1985
    Date of Patent: August 12, 1986
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: Errol D. Goddard, Pak S. Leung
  • Internal mold release for reaction injection molded polyurethanes
    Patent number: 4585829
    Abstract: A method of imparting internal mold release properties to reaction injection molding polyurethane compositions by the addition of a perfluoroalkylorganocarboxylic acid or a salt thereof. This invention also relates to the production of novel perfluoroalkylorganodibutyltindioxide compounds which are inherently catalytic and can also impart the property of internal mold releasability to RIM compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 29, 1986
    Assignee: Union Carbide Corporation
    Inventors: An-Li Kuo, Errol D. Goddard, James S. Ritscher