Patents by Inventor Matthew Lee Rix

Matthew Lee Rix 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).

  • Desiccant composition
    Patent number: 6217701
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new desiccant composition containing calcium chloride and a modified starch, preferably a modified corn starch. The composition contains from about 5 to about 95 percent calcium chloride and from about 5 to about 95 percent starch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2001
    Assignee: United Catalysts Inc.
    Inventors: Richard M. Shelley, Matthew Lee Rix
  • Desiccant composition
    Patent number: 5935304
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new desiccant composition containing calcium chloride and starch. Preferably the starch is a modified starch, preferably a modified corn starch. The composition contains from about 5 to about 95 percent calcium chloride and from about 5 to about 95 percent starch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1996
    Date of Patent: August 10, 1999
    Assignee: United Catalysts Inc.
    Inventors: Richard M. Shelley, Matthew Lee Rix
  • Desiccant container
    Patent number: 5743942
    Abstract: Formed is a new desiccant film made of an uncoated microporous film secured to an uncoated laminate film wherein the inner surface of both the microporous film and the laminate material are compatible. This film is less expensive to form and produces a stronger bond than conventional coated materials used for desiccant packaging.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1996
    Date of Patent: April 28, 1998
    Assignee: United Catalysts Inc.
    Inventors: Richard M. Shelley, Matthew Lee Rix