Patents by Inventor Matthew J. Henley

Matthew J. Henley 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).

  • Publication number: 20020051841
    Abstract: Soluble bulking agents for replacing up to 100% of the sucrose or other soluble, simple carbohydrates in edible formulations are provided. The bulking agents are substantially non-digestible and have an average molecular weight range of 500 to 50,000. Also provided are edible formulations containing these bulking agents and processes for preparing these bulking agents, preferably by enzymatically depolymerizing naturally-occurring, heteropolysaccha-rides such as pectin, tamarind seed gum, guar gun, locust bean (carob seed) gum, konjac gum, xanthan gum, alginates, agar or other food gums to yield a mixture of heteropolysaccharide fragments having an average DP of 3 to 75, preferably 3 to 30. The process employs one or more enzymes such as 1,4-beta-D-Mannarmannohydrolyase, or 1,6-alpha-D-Galactosidase for degrading 1,4-beta-D-linked mannose-containing heteropolysaccharides (e.g.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2001
    Publication date: May 2, 2002
    Applicant: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Chung-Wai Chiu, Matthew J. Henley, James P. Zallie, Roger Jeffcoat
  • Patent number: 6344183
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to low volatile organic compound aerosol hair cosmetic compositions which contain nonionically derivatized starches optionally hydrolyzed and/or ionically modified, about 5-55% propellant, up to 50% solvent, and water. Such compositions provide a clear solution with a low viscosity, good spray caracteristics, a clear, non-tacky film, good stiffness, and improved humidity resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2002
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Charles W. Paul, Matthew J. Henley, Paul A. Altieri, Melissa J. Vitale, Maria Tolchinsky, Daniel B. Solarek, Ian W. Cottrell
  • Patent number: 6299924
    Abstract: Soluble bulking agents for replacing up to 100% of the sucrose or other soluble, simple carbohydrates in edible formulations are provided. The bulking agents are substantially non-digestible and have an average molecular weight range of 500 to 50,000. Also provided are edible formulations containing these bulking agents and processes for preparing these bulking agents, preferably by enzymatically depolymerizing naturally-occurring, heteropolysaccha-rides such as pectin, tamarind seed gum, guar gum, locust bean (carob seed) gum, konjac gum, xanthan gum, alginates, agar or other food gums to yield a mixture of heteropolysaccharide fragments having an average DP of 3 to 75, preferably 3 to 30. The process employs one or more enzymes such as 1,4-beta-D-Mannanmannohydrolyase, or 1,6-alpha-D-Galactosidase for degrading 1,4-beta-D-linked mannose-containing heteropolysaccharides (e.g.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2001
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Chung-Wai Chiu, Matthew J. Henley, James P. Zallie, Roger Jeffcoat
  • Publication number: 20010007655
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to low volatile organic compound aerosol hair cosmetic compositions which contain nonionically derivatized starches optionally hydrolyzed and/or ionically modified. Such compositions provide a clear solution with a low viscosity, good spray characteristics, a clear, non-tacky film, good stiffness, and improved humidity resistance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 1999
    Publication date: July 12, 2001
    Inventors: CHARLES W. PAUL, MATTHEW J. HENLEY, PAUL A. ALTIERI, MELISSA J. VITALE, MARIA TOLCHINSKY, DANIEL B. SOLAREK, IAN W. COTTRELL
  • Patent number: 5811148
    Abstract: Soluble bulking agents for replacing up to 100% of the sucrose or other soluble, simple carbohydrates in edible formulations are provided. The bulking agents are substantially non-digestible and have an average molecular weight range of 500 to 50,000. Also provided are edible formulations containing these bulking agents and processes for preparing these bulking agents, preferably by enzymatically depolymerizing naturally-occurring, heteropolysaccha-rides such as pectin, guar gum, locust bean (carob seed) gum, konjac gum, xanthan gum, alginates, agar or other food gums to yield a mixture of heteropolysaccharide fragments having an average DP of 3 to 75, preferably 3 to 30. The process employs one or more enzymes such as 1,4-beta-D-Mannanmannohydrolyase, or 1,6-alpha-D-Galactosidase for degrading 1,4-beta-D-linked mannose-containing heteropolysaccharides (e.g.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 22, 1998
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Chung-Wai Chiu, Matthew J. Henley, James P. Zallie, Roger Jeffcoat
  • Patent number: 5753468
    Abstract: ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A stable starch based adhesive with good adhesive properties at low solids and high viscosity is prepared by a two-step process wherein starch is first converted using acid or alpha-amylase followed by further conversion withbeta-amylase.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1998
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventor: Matthew J. Henley
  • Patent number: 5523339
    Abstract: A method of making paper in an alkaline or acid system wherein a selected crosslinked, cationized or amphoteric starch is added to the system, said starch being crosslinked by adding enough crosslinking agent to provide a starch having a breakdown viscosity of from about 2 to 85% and wherein the crosslinked, cationized or amphoteric starch is jet cooked under super atmospheric pressure at a temperature of from about 195.degree. to 325.degree. F.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 4, 1996
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel B. Solarek, Leroy R. Peek, Matthew J. Henley, Ralph M. Trksak, Michael T. Philbin
  • Patent number: 5368690
    Abstract: A method of making paper in an alkaline or acid system wherein a selected crosslinked, cationized or amphoteric starch is added to the system, said starch being crosslinked by adding enough crosslinking agent to provide a starch having a breakdown viscosity of from about 2 to 85% and wherein the crosslinked, cationized or amphoteric starch is jet cooked under super atmospheric pressure at a temperature of from about 195.degree. to 325.degree. F.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 1992
    Date of Patent: November 29, 1994
    Assignee: National Starch and Chemical Investment Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel B. Solarek, Leroy R. Peek, Matthew J. Henley, Ralph M. Trksak, Michael T. Philbin