Patents by Inventor Lawrence J. Kehoe

Lawrence J. Kehoe 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).

  • Conversion of methanol and dimethyl ether to C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 monoolefins using a partially hydrated zirconium sulfate catalyst
    Patent number: 4072732
    Abstract: Catalytic process for converting dimethyl ether and methanol to higher hydrocarbons, comprising contacting the dimethyl ether and/or methanol with an alumina, silica or zirconia-supported zirconium sulfate catalyst, at an elevated temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 1976
    Date of Patent: February 7, 1978
    Assignee: Ethyl Corporation
    Inventors: Duane C. Hargis, Lawrence J. Kehoe
  • Conversion of methanol and dimethyl ether
    Patent number: 4072733
    Abstract: Catalytic process for converting methanol and dimethyl ether to higher hydrocarbons comprising contacting the methanol and/or dimethyl ether with an alumina, silica, or zirconia-supported aluminum sulfate catalyst, at an elevated temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 1976
    Date of Patent: February 7, 1978
    Assignee: Ethyl Corporation
    Inventors: Duane C. Hargis, Lawrence J. Kehoe
  • Preparation of unsaturated alcohols
    Patent number: 3956408
    Abstract: A process for preparing unsaturated organic compounds by reacting an allylic alcohol and a ketone or aldehyde, in the presence of carbon monoxide and a Group VIII metal salt/germanium or tin salt combination catalyst is described. The unsaturated organic compounds are principally unsaturated alcohols having a molecular weight greater than the allylic alcohol reactant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 1975
    Date of Patent: May 11, 1976
    Assignee: Ethyl Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond A. Schell, Lawrence J. Kehoe