Patents by Inventor Leander Kenens

Leander Kenens 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).

  • Footwear sole comprising a propylene-based elastomer, footwear comprising said sole, and methods of making them
    Patent number: 10548367
    Abstract: Disclosed are footwear soles comprising a propylene-based elastomer. The presence of the propylene-based elastomer provides the footwear sole with a well-balanced combination of desired properties, including low density, low compression set, and weldability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Assignee: ExxonMobil Chemical Patents Inc.
    Inventors: Leander Kenens, Randal H. Kerstetter, III
  • Footwear Sole Comprising a Propylene-Based Elastomer, Footwear Comprising Said Sole, and Methods of Making Them
    Publication number: 20140208619
    Abstract: Disclosed are footwear soles comprising a propylene-based elastomer. The presence of the propylene-based elastomer provides the footwear sole with a well-balanced combination of desired properties, including low density, low compression set, and weldability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2013
    Publication date: July 31, 2014
    Applicant: ExxonMobil Chemical Patents Inc.
    Inventors: Leander Kenens, Randal H. Kerstetter, III
  • Composition, Foam and Article Made Therefrom
    Publication number: 20130101826
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a composition comprising a) a thermoplastic vulcanizate and b) a thermo-expandable microsphere comprising a polymer shell and a propellant encapsulated in said polymer shell based on the total weight of the composition. The composition is suitable for making foam with balanced load deflection and elasticity, including soft touch, reduced to low deflection, improved relaxation performance and low water absorption, replacing either soft paint or assembled constructions with foam sheets and meeting requirements in soft touch applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2011
    Publication date: April 25, 2013
    Inventors: Matthias M. Haug, Leander Kenens
  • Thermoplastic Elastomer Compositions, Articles Made Therefrom, and Methods for Making Such Articles
    Publication number: 20120015202
    Abstract: Provided are TPV formulations having beneficial properties, such as scratch resistance, improved bondability, e.g., nylon bondability, and improved processability. Preferred TPVs provide lower density, lower cost, and good extrusion capabilities compared to conventional formulations. Sealing systems may be prepared with the TPVs described above. An exemplary automotive sealing system includes a sealant foot and a sealant lip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2011
    Publication date: January 19, 2012
    Inventors: Leander Kenens, Eric P. Jourdain, Norman G. Barber, Tonson Abraham, Felix M. Zacarias, Anthony Poloso
  • Multicomponent thermoset structures
    Patent number: 7008699
    Abstract: Composite structures are described that include (a) a first polymer structure (e.g., a film or solid component) made of EPDM adhered to (b) a second polymer structure (film or solid component) that is made of a blend of dynamically vulcanized EPDM dispersed in a matrix of a thermoplastic polyolefin polymer. Either the first polymer structure, or both the first and second polymer structures are blended with an effective amount of a semicrystalline random adhesive copolymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2006
    Assignee: Advanced Elastomer Systems, L.P.
    Inventors: Eric P. Jourdian, Jean-Roch H. Schauder, Leander Kenens
  • Multicomponent thermoset structures
    Publication number: 20040059061
    Abstract: Composite structures are described that include (a) a first polymer structure (e.g., a film or solid component) made of EPDM adhered to (b) a second polymer structure (film or solid component) that is made of a blend of dynamically vulcanized EPDM dispersed in a matrix of a thermoplastic polyolefin polymer. Either the first polymer structure, or both the first and second polymer structures are blended with an effective amount of a semicrystalline random adhesive copolymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2003
    Publication date: March 25, 2004
    Inventors: Eric P Jourdian, Jean-Roch H Schauder, Leander Kenens