Patents by Inventor Michael J. Marcella

Michael J. Marcella 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: 20190352577
    Abstract: The present invention relates to lubricant compositions for scooter engines and methods for reducing static friction between ferrous and non-ferrous surfaces as may be found in a wet clutch. The lubricant compositions contain polyether compounds in combination with one or more ash-free friction modifiers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2018
    Publication date: November 21, 2019
    Inventors: Michael J. Marcella, Colin D. Repko
  • Publication number: 20190119594
    Abstract: A lubricant composition adapted for a two stroke cycle engine comprises 5 wt. % to 35 wt. % of an oil of lubricating viscosity, greater than 50 wt. % to 90 wt. % of a hydrocarbon solvent and at least one additive selected from (i) a dispersant and (ii) a friction modifier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2017
    Publication date: April 25, 2019
    Inventors: Michael J. Marcella, David A. Duncan
  • Patent number: 10196578
    Abstract: The present invention relates to lubricant compositions for motorcycle engines where the crankcase lubricant is also used to lubricate a wet clutch. The lubricant compositions contain antimony dithiocarbamates in combination with one or more ash-free friction modifiers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2019
    Assignee: The Lubrizol Corporation
    Inventors: Michael J. Marcella, Alexander Michlberger
  • Publication number: 20170204347
    Abstract: The present invention relates to lubricant compositions for motorcycle engines where the crankcase lubricant is also used to lubricate a wet clutch. The lubricant compositions contain antimony dithiocarbamates in combination with one or more ash-free friction modifiers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2015
    Publication date: July 20, 2017
    Applicant: The Lubrizol Corporation
    Inventors: Michael J. Marcella, Alexander Michlberger