Patents by Inventor Ray Brooks

Ray Brooks 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: 20250382530
    Abstract: Systems and methods for enhancing the processing of hydrocarbons in a FCC unit by introduction of the coked FCC catalyst from the FCC reactor and a renewable feedstock to the FCC regenerator to facilitate regeneration of the coked FCC catalyst. The renewable feedstock can contain biomass-derived pyrolysis oil. The biomass-derived pyrolysis oil and coke from the coked FCC catalyst are oxidized by oxygen to provide a regenerated catalyst that is recycled to the FCC reactor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2025
    Publication date: December 18, 2025
    Applicant: Marathon Petroleum Company LP
    Inventors: Nikolas A. Larsen, Jeffrey A. Sexton, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 12338396
    Abstract: Systems and methods for enhancing the processing of hydrocarbons in a FCC unit by introduction of the coked FCC catalyst from the FCC reactor and a renewable feedstock to the FCC regenerator to facilitate regeneration of the coked FCC catalyst. The renewable feedstock can contain biomass-derived pyrolysis oil. The biomass-derived pyrolysis oil and coke from the coked FCC catalyst are oxidized by oxygen to provide a regenerated catalyst that is recycled to the FCC reactor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2023
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2025
    Assignee: Marathon Petroleum Company LP
    Inventors: Nikolas A. Larsen, Jeffrey A. Sexton, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 11970664
    Abstract: Systems and methods for enhancing the processing of hydrocarbons in a FCC unit by introduction of the coked FCC catalyst from the FCC reactor and a renewable feedstock to the FCC regenerator to facilitate regeneration of the coked FCC catalyst. The renewable feedstock can contain biomass-derived pyrolysis oil. The biomass-derived pyrolysis oil and coke from the coked FCC catalyst are oxidized by oxygen to provide a regenerated catalyst that is recycled to the FCC reactor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2023
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2024
    Assignee: MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LP
    Inventors: Nikolas A. Larsen, Jeffrey A. Sexton, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 11891581
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while allowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of. The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Assignee: MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LP
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20230416615
    Abstract: Systems and methods for enhancing the processing of hydrocarbons in a FCC unit by introduction of the coked FCC catalyst from the FCC reactor and a renewable feedstock to the FCC regenerator to facilitate regeneration of the coked FCC catalyst. The renewable feedstock can contain biomass-derived pyrolysis oil. The biomass-derived pyrolysis oil and coke from the coked FCC catalyst are oxidized by oxygen to provide a regenerated catalyst that is recycled to the FCC reactor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2023
    Publication date: December 28, 2023
    Inventors: Nikolas A. Larsen, Jeffrey A. Sexton, Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20230272290
    Abstract: Systems and methods for enhancing the processing of hydrocarbons in a FCC unit by introduction of the coked FCC catalyst from the FCC reactor and a renewable feedstock to the FCC regenerator to facilitate regeneration of the coked FCC catalyst. The renewable feedstock can contain biomass-derived pyrolysis oil. The biomass-derived pyrolysis oil and coke from the coked FCC catalyst are oxidized by oxygen to provide a regenerated catalyst that is recycled to the FCC reactor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2023
    Publication date: August 31, 2023
    Inventors: Nikolas A. Larsen, Jeffrey A. Sexton, Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20230220286
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while allowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2023
    Publication date: July 13, 2023
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 11692141
    Abstract: Systems and methods for enhancing the processing of hydrocarbons in a FCC unit by introduction of the coked FCC catalyst from the FCC reactor and a renewable feedstock to the FCC regenerator to facilitate regeneration of the coked FCC catalyst. The renewable feedstock can contain biomass-derived pyrolysis oil. The biomass-derived pyrolysis oil and coke from the coked FCC catalyst are oxidized by oxygen to provide a regenerated catalyst that is recycled to the FCC reactor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LP
    Inventors: Nikolas A. Larsen, Jeffrey A. Sexton, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 11634647
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while allowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of. The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2023
    Assignee: MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LP
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20230113140
    Abstract: Systems and methods for enhancing the processing of hydrocarbons in a FCC unit by introduction of the coked FCC catalyst from the FCC reactor and a renewable feedstock to the FCC regenerator to facilitate regeneration of the coked FCC catalyst. The renewable feedstock can contain biomass-derived pyrolysis oil. The biomass-derived pyrolysis oil and coke from the coked FCC catalyst are oxidized by oxygen to provide a regenerated catalyst that is recycled to the FCC reactor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2022
    Publication date: April 13, 2023
    Inventors: Nikolas A. Larsen, Jeffrey A. Sexton, Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20220064542
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while allowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2021
    Publication date: March 3, 2022
    Applicant: MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LP
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 11203719
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while allowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of. The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2021
    Assignee: MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LP
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 11077584
    Abstract: Concrete Picket Fence Replacement is an innovative upgrade to designer and durable fencing, comprising the strength of concrete, steel, and stone to create a series of interlocking panels, capable of resisting the destructive forces of wind, water, fire, and deterioration from insects and animals. In preferred embodiments, a strong matrix of Concrete Picket Fence boards are adhered vertically along a horizontal metal pipe by welding metal points of contact, creating a solid fence panel anchored to the ground by metal fence posts secured by concrete. To date, concrete and steel have not been combined in such fashion. The return will be a conservation of trees and lower costs due to loss, theft, and replacement cost.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Inventor: Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20210008760
    Abstract: Concrete Picket Fence Replacement is an innovative upgrade to designer and durable fencing, comprising the strength of concrete, steel, and stone to create a series of interlocking panels, capable of resisting the destructive forces of wind, water, fire, and deterioration from insects and animals. In preferred embodiments, a strong matrix of Concrete Picket Fence boards are adhered vertically along a horizontal metal pipe by welding metal points of contact, creating a solid fence panel anchored to the ground by metal fence posts secured by concrete. To date, concrete and steel have not been combined in such fashion. The return will be a conservation of trees and lower costs due to loss, theft, and replacement cost.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2019
    Publication date: January 14, 2021
    Inventor: Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20200332200
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while allowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of. The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2020
    Publication date: October 22, 2020
    Applicant: MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LP
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Patent number: 10696906
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while lowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of. The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: Marathon Petroleum Company LP
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20190100702
    Abstract: A coke catching apparatus for use in hydrocarbon cracking to assist in the removal of coke and the prevention of coke build up in high coking hydrocarbon processing units. The apparatus includes a grid device for preventing large pieces of coke from entering the outlet of the process refining equipment while lowing small pieces of coke to pass through and be disposed of. The coke catching apparatus can be easily disassembled to be removed from the refining process equipment and cleaned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Publication date: April 4, 2019
    Applicant: Marathon Petroleum Company LP
    Inventors: Gregory A. Cantley, Ross Vail, Kathleen Yaden, Ray Brooks
  • Publication number: 20080185315
    Abstract: A packaging system, hereinafter referred to as the Critical Packaging System, relates to critical issues that associate with sensitive articles such as IC wafers before, during and after shipment phases. The system employs a choice of two or more specialty designed containers, and any one selected design having choices of two or more methods by which to avoid, reduce and/or eliminate wafer damage from breakage, scratches and/or corrosion during shipment phases. For the purpose of maximizing product yield during packaging phases a special apparatus is used to insert wafers within containers without scratch damage. The following programs are used in packaging: (1) Quality Assurance/Certification, (2) Critical Factor Monitoring, and (3) a Recycle and Refurbish Program. These programs are specifically designed to achieve new levels of product yields, reduce product cost, and landfill impact.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2004
    Publication date: August 7, 2008
    Inventors: Ray Brooks, Timothy Brooks
  • Publication number: 20050269241
    Abstract: A packaging system, hereinafter referred to as the Critical Packaging System, relates to critical issues that associate with sensitive articles such as IC wafers before, during and after shipment phases. The system employs a choice of two or more specialty designed containers, and any one selected design having choices of two or more methods by which to avoid, reduce and/or eliminate wafer damage from breakage, scratches and/or corrosion during shipment phases. For the purpose of maximizing product yield during packaging phases a special apparatus is used to insert wafers within containers without scratch damage. The following programs are used in packaging: (1) Quality Assurance/Certification, (2) Critical Factor Monitoring, and (3) a Recycle and Refurbish Program. These programs are specifically designed to achieve new levels of product yields, reduce product cost, and landfill impact.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2004
    Publication date: December 8, 2005
    Inventors: Ray Brooks, Timothy Brooks
  • Patent number: 6228448
    Abstract: An endless belt for use in digital imaging systems is provided having edge to edge uniform flatness, and precise circumferential and edge to edge thickness. The layers comprising the belt may be tailored as desired for use in either image recording, image transfer or sheet transport operations. In one embodiment, the belt includes an elastomeric base layer, an elastomer-impregnated spun cord layer, a woven or non-woven fabric layer, and an elastomeric surface ply. The belt is preferably manufactured by building the layers on a workpiece and then curing the layers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2001
    Assignee: Day International, Inc.
    Inventors: Sylvain L. Ndebi, William Haul Haddock, Allen T. Shannon, Michael E. McLean, Melvin Douglas Pinkston, Ray Brooks, Thomas Gerald Ferguson