Patents by Inventor Frank V. Purse

Frank V. Purse 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).

  • Fluid distributor for fixed-bed catalytic reaction zones
    Patent number: 4182741
    Abstract: A distributor device for effecting uniform distribution of a fluid stream to a fixed-bed of catalyst particles. Distribution of a vaporous phase, liquid phase, or a mixed-phase is effected in a plurality of spaced-apart parallel conduits, each of which consists of two concentric and coaxial perforated pipes. Fluid for distribution is introduced into the inner conduit, while fluid from that portion of catalyst above the device flows into the outer conduit and is distributed therefrom into the catalyst particles below.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 1978
    Date of Patent: January 8, 1980
    Assignee: UOP Inc.
    Inventors: Don B. Carson, Frank V. Purse