Patents by Inventor Karana Carlborn

Karana Carlborn 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).

  • Process for the preparation of maleated polyolefin modified wood particles in composites and products
    Patent number: 7605197
    Abstract: Wood particles or fibers and a maleated polyolefin are used to produce a composite in absence of a non-maleated polyolefin. The composite has properties enabling use in homes and avoiding the risk of formaldehyde based adhesives or other hazardous air pollutants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2009
    Assignee: Board of Trustees of Michigan State University
    Inventors: Laurent Matuana, Karana Carlborn
  • Process for the preparation of maleated polyolefin modified wood particles in composites and products
    Publication number: 20060022372
    Abstract: Wood particles or fibers and a maleated polyolefin are used to produce a composite in absence of a non-maleated polyolefin. The composite has properties enabling use in homes and avoiding the risk of formaldehyde based adhesives or other hazardous air pollutants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2005
    Publication date: February 2, 2006
    Applicant: Board of Trustees of MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Laurent Matuana, Karana Carlborn