Patents by Inventor Manuel Marquez-Sanchez
Manuel Marquez-Sanchez 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).
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Publication number: 20220097067Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 2021Publication date: March 31, 2022Applicant: President and Fellows of Harvard CollegeInventors: David A. Weitz, Darren Roy Link, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Patent number: 11141731Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: GrantFiled: February 26, 2019Date of Patent: October 12, 2021Assignee: President and Fellows of Harvard CollegeInventors: David A. Weitz, Darren Roy Link, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Publication number: 20190184398Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2019Publication date: June 20, 2019Applicant: President and Fellows of Harvard CollegeInventors: David A. Weitz, Darren Roy Link, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Patent number: 10293341Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2015Date of Patent: May 21, 2019Assignee: President and Fellows of Harvard CollegeInventors: Darren Roy Link, David A. Weitz, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Patent number: 10258985Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2015Date of Patent: April 16, 2019Assignee: President and Fellows of Harvard CollegeInventors: Darren Roy Link, David A. Weitz, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Publication number: 20150283546Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2015Publication date: October 8, 2015Inventors: Darren Roy Link, David A. Weitz, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Patent number: 9038919Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2005Date of Patent: May 26, 2015Assignee: President and Fellows of Harvard CollegeInventors: Darren Roy Link, David A. Weitz, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Patent number: 8714163Abstract: A consumable compressed tobacco product adapted to dissolve in an oral cavity. The compressed tobacco product is formed from a composition that includes at least one tobacco component, at least one flavorant, at least one filler-binder, at least one lubricant, at least one desiccant and at least one glidant. The compressed tobacco products are adapted to dissolve and provide tobacco satisfaction. A method of making a dissolvable compressed tobacco product is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2012Date of Patent: May 6, 2014Assignee: Philip Morris USA Inc.Inventors: Ashok Kumar, Suresh Shenoy, Carolina Marun, William R. Sweeney, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Jon Regrut, Gregory J. Griscik, David R. Golob
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Patent number: 8336557Abstract: A consumable compressed tobacco product adapted to dissolve in an oral cavity. The compressed tobacco product is formed from a composition that includes at least one tobacco component, at least one flavorant, at least one filler-binder, at least one lubricant, at least one desiccant and at least one glidant. The compressed tobacco products are adapted to dissolve and provide tobacco satisfaction. A method of making a dissolvable compressed tobacco product is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2008Date of Patent: December 25, 2012Assignee: Philip Morris USA Inc.Inventors: Ashok Kumar, Carolina Marun, Gregory J. Griscik, David R. Golob, Jon Regrut, Suresh Shenoy, William R. Sweeney, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez
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Publication number: 20120298121Abstract: A consumable compressed tobacco product adapted to dissolve in an oral cavity. The compressed tobacco product is formed from a composition that includes at least one tobacco component, at least one flavorant, at least one filler-binder, at least one lubricant, at least one desiccant and at least one glidant. The compressed tobacco products are adapted to dissolve and provide tobacco satisfaction. A method of making a dissolvable compressed tobacco product is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2012Publication date: November 29, 2012Applicant: ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES INC.Inventors: Ashok KUMAR, Carolina MARUN, Gregory J. GRISCIK, David R. GOLOB, Jon REGRUT, Suresh SHENOY, William R. SWEENEY, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez
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Patent number: 7794634Abstract: The invention relates to a method of producing nanotubes from coaxial jets of immiscible liquids or poorly-miscible liquids. The purpose of the invention is to produce hollow fibers (nanotubes) or composite fibers having diameters ranging from a few micras to tens of nanometers and comprising walls, in the case of nanotubes, with a thickness ranging from hundreds of nanometers to a few nanometers. The inventive nanotube-formation method involves the generation of coaxial nanojets of two liquids using electrohydrodynamic technology.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2005Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Assignees: Universidad de Sevilla, Universidad de MalagaInventors: Antonio Barrero Ripoll, Ignacio Gonzáles Loscertales, Manuel Márquez Sánchez
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Mineral complexes of lactobionic acid and method of using for mineral fortification of food products
Patent number: 7781002Abstract: Mineral complexes, especially calcium complexes, of lactobionic acid which are especially useful for mineral fortification of food and beverage products are provided. The preferred calcium complex of lactobionic acid provided in the present invention delivers a soluble, stable, clean tasting calcium source suitable for calcium fortification of a wide variety of food and beverage products. The mineral complexes are prepared by mixing lactobionic acid, a mineral source, (e.g., mineral hydroxide), and an edible acid (e.g., citric acid) in an aqueous solution.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2006Date of Patent: August 24, 2010Assignee: Kraft Foods Global Brands LLCInventors: Cheryl Baldwin, Ahmad Akashe, Bary Lyn Zeller, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Rathna Koka -
Publication number: 20090293889Abstract: A consumable compressed tobacco product adapted to dissolve in an oral cavity. The compressed tobacco product is formed from a composition that includes at least one tobacco component, at least one flavorant, at least one filler-binder, at least one lubricant, at least one desiccant and at least one glidant. The compressed tobacco products are adapted to dissolve and provide tobacco satisfaction. A method of making a dissolvable compressed tobacco product is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2008Publication date: December 3, 2009Applicant: PHILIP MORRIS USA INC.Inventors: Ashok Kumar, Carolina Marun, Gregory J. Griscik, David R. Golob, Jon Regrut, Suresh Shenoy, William R. Sweeney, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez
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Patent number: 7175867Abstract: The present invention is directed to metastable mineral-amino acid complexes that are formed by combining a mineral oxide, hydroxide, or carbonate an amino acid and an organic acid. The complexes may be used to fortify a variety of food and beverage products.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2003Date of Patent: February 13, 2007Assignee: Kraft Foods Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Cheryl Baldwin, Ahmad Akashe, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Bary Lyn Zeller
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Mineral Complexes of Lactobionic Acid and Method of Using for Mineral Fortification of Food Products
Publication number: 20070026110Abstract: Mineral complexes, especially calcium complexes, of lactobionic acid which are especially useful for mineral fortification of food and beverage products are provided. The preferred calcium complex of lactobionic acid provided in the present invention delivers a soluble, stable, clean tasting calcium source suitable for calcium fortification of a wide variety of food and beverage products. The mineral complexes are prepared by mixing lactobionic acid, a mineral source, (e.g., mineral hydroxide), and an edible acid (e.g., citric acid) in an aqueous solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 28, 2006Publication date: February 1, 2007Applicant: KRAFT FOODS HOLDINGS, INC.Inventors: Cheryl Baldwin, Ahmad Akashe, Bary Zeller, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Rathna Koka -
Patent number: 7122122Abstract: A cellulose/silica composite useful as a filter material is highly selective towards a solute that has been molecularly imprinted upon an inorganic gel coating formed on the cellulose. The filter material provides dual filtering functionality, as both a selective molecular sieve and as a particulate filter. A unique method for making the filter material is also set forth that imparts these attributes and performance capabilities.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2003Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Assignee: Kraft Foods Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Gustavo Larsen, Ahmad Akashe, David Vu, Rajinder S. Gill
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Publication number: 20060163385Abstract: This invention generally relates to systems and methods for the formation and/or control of fluidic species, and articles produced by such systems and methods. In some cases, the invention involves unique fluid channels, systems, controls, and/or restrictions, and combinations thereof. In certain embodiments, the invention allows fluidic streams (which can be continuous or discontinuous, i.e., droplets) to be formed and/or combined, at a variety of scales, including microfluidic scales. In one set of embodiments, a fluidic stream may be produced from a channel, where a cross-sectional dimension of the fluidic stream is smaller than that of the channel, for example, through the use of structural elements, other fluids, and/or applied external fields, etc. In some cases, a Taylor cone may be produced.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2005Publication date: July 27, 2006Inventors: Darren Link, David Weitz, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Zhengdong Cheng
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Publication number: 20050064071Abstract: The present invention is directed to metastable mineral-amino acid complexes that are formed by combining a mineral oxide, hydroxide, or carbonate an amino acid and an organic acid. The complexes may be used to fortify a variety of food and beverage products.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2003Publication date: March 24, 2005Inventors: Cheryl Baldwin, Ahmad Akashe, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Bary Zeller
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Publication number: 20050016923Abstract: A cellulose/silica composite useful as a filter material is highly selective towards a solute that has been molecularly imprinted upon an inorganic gel coating formed on the cellulose. The filter material provides dual filtering functionality, as both a selective molecular sieve and as a particulate filter. A unique method for making the filter material is also set forth that imparts these attributes and performance capabilities.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2003Publication date: January 27, 2005Inventors: Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Gustavo Larsen, Ahmad Akashe, David Vu, Rajinder Gill
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Patent number: 6814759Abstract: Stable cellulosic fiber material for use in forming zeolite/cellulose composites is prepared by suspending loose cellulose fibers in an aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide or sodium silicate, stirring the resulting suspension until it reaches a macroscopically homogenous appearance, heating the resulting mixture at a temperature of 323-423 K until only dry solids remain, contacting the resulting mixture with excess distilled water to remove physically adsorbed or trapped sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide or sodium silicate from the fibers, and heating the resulting fiber material at 323-423 K to dry the fiber material. Stable zeolite/cellulose composite material characterized in that leaching of the zeolite phase does not occur upon contact of the composite with water at approximately 373 K comprises a zeolite and a stable cellulosic fiber prepared as described above, the composite material being formed by contacting a zeolite with the stable fiber material.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2002Date of Patent: November 9, 2004Assignees: Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, Kraft Foods Inc.Inventors: Gustavo Larsen, David Vu, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez