Patents by Inventor John R. Minick

John R. Minick 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).

  • Electrolysis method
    Patent number: 4410403
    Abstract: An electrolysis method involving electrolyzing, between anodic and cathodic surface areas, a compound dissolved in a solvent. A liquid cathodic body is located in a region such that it is possible for waves in the body to touch anodic surface area. The improvement includes placing a bed of objects into the mentioned region. Interstices remain between the objects for accommodating liquid from the mentioned body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 1980
    Date of Patent: October 18, 1983
    Assignee: Aluminum Company of America
    Inventors: Stanley C. Jacobs, Raymond D. Wiltzius, John R. Minick, Perry A. Foster, Jr.
  • Method for preheating a molten salt electrolysis cell
    Patent number: 4146444
    Abstract: A method is disclosed for preheating a molten salt electrolysis cell having an electrode which includes at least one element protruding into the interior of the cell. The method disclosed includes the distribution of a carbonaceous aggregate around such an element, and the ignition of this aggregate, so that the element may be brought to an elevated temperature without breaking due to the effects of thermal gradients.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1978
    Date of Patent: March 27, 1979
    Assignee: Aluminum Company of America
    Inventor: John R. Minick