Patents by Inventor Steven G. Donnelly

Steven G. Donnelly 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: 20040138073
    Abstract: An additive for imparting antiwear properties to a lubricant composition is based on a combination of (1) an organo borate ester composition and (2) one or more sulfur- or phosphorus-containing compounds or a non-sulfur molybdenum compound. The sulfur- or phosphorus-containing compounds are dithiocarbamate, bisdithiocarbamate, 1,3,4-diathiazole, phosphorodithioate, phosphorodithioate esters, and the molybdenum compound is prepared by reacting (a) about 1.0 mole of fatty oil having 12 or more carbon atoms, (b) about 1.0 to 2.5 moles diethanolamine and (c) a molybdenum source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2003
    Publication date: July 15, 2004
    Applicant: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 6743759
    Abstract: This invention relates to improved antioxidant antiwear/extreme pressure compositions consisting of (a) methylenebis(di-n-butyldithiocarbamate) and (b) a diphenylamine derivative of tolutriazole or benzotriazole wherein the (a):(b) mass precent ratio ranges from above about 4:1 to about 50:1 and lubricating compositions containing same.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2004
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian W. Stunkel, Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Publication number: 20030158051
    Abstract: Disclosed are antioxidant compositions comprising of:
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2002
    Publication date: August 21, 2003
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly, Ronald J. Hiza
  • Publication number: 20030134753
    Abstract: This invention relates to improved antioxidant antiwear/extreme pressure compositions consisting of (a) methylenebis(di-n-butyldithiocarbamate) and (b) a diphenylamine derivative of tolutriazole or benzotriazole wherein the (a):(b) mass precent ratio ranges from above about 4:1 to about 50:1 and lubricating compositions containing same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2002
    Publication date: July 17, 2003
    Applicant: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian W. Stunkel, Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 6369005
    Abstract: This invention relates to synergistic antiwear compositions comprising an organomolybdenum complex and an organic sulfur compound selected from 2,5-dimercapto-1,3,4-thiadiazole derivatives, bisdithiocarbamate esters, metal dithiocarbamates, metal phosphorodithioates and phosphorodithioate esters. The organomolybdenum complex is a reaction product prepared by reacting 1 mole fatty oil, 1.0 to 2.5 moles diethanolamine and a molybdenum source. Lubricating compositions containing the synergistic compositions possess good antiwear properties and improved oxidation stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2002
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 6235686
    Abstract: Lubricating compositions containing a major amount of a base oil and an effective amount of an additive component having at least one compound of formula (I): where R is one of the following radicals, methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, i-propyl or a combination thereof, and n=0-8. In a preferred embodiment, R is a methyl radical and n=2-3. The lubricating compositions provide improved lubricating performance, particularly by inhibiting oxidation and improving thermal stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2001
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 6046144
    Abstract: Disclosed are synergistic antioxidant compositions composed of (1) amine salts of alkyl phosphates and (2) ethylenediamine, ammonium or metal salts of alkylarylsulfonates.The antioxidant compositions are useful for formulating zinc-free antiwear hydraulic fluids and gear lubricating oils in conjunction with thiophosphate type antiwear agents, corrosion and rust inhibitors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2000
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly, Brian W. Stunkel
  • Patent number: 6017858
    Abstract: This invention relates to synergistic antiwear compositions comprising an organomolybdenum complex and an organic sulfuir compound selected from 2,5-dimercapto-1, 3,4-thiadiazole derivatives, bisdithiocarbamate esters, metal dithiocarbamates, metal phosphorodithioates and phosphorodithioate esters. The organomolybdenum complex is a reaction product prepared by reacting 1 mole fatty oil, 1.0 to 2.5 moles diethanolamine and a molybdenum source.Lubricating compositions containing the synergistic compositions possess good antiwear properties and improved oxidation stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2000
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 5840664
    Abstract: A novel method is disclosed for preparation of bismuth dithiocarbamates by an exchange reaction between a bismuth carboxylate and a metal dithiocarbamate. The metal dithiocarbamate can be added to the reaction or prepared in situ by reacting a secondary amine and carbon disulfide in the presence of metal oxide, metal hydroxide or a tertiary amine.The reaction products are useful as extreme pressure additives when incorporated in lubricants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 1997
    Date of Patent: November 24, 1998
    Assignee: R. T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 5637251
    Abstract: This invention relates to a water-based antifreeze or coolant composition having improved antioxidant and anticorrosion properties and comprising a major amount of an aqueous solution of a polyhydric alcohol and a minor amount of a functional additive composition consisting of monoallylamine salt of 2,5-dimercapto-1,3,4-thiadiazole and monoallylamine salt of benzoic acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 10, 1997
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 5631214
    Abstract: A novel method is disclosed for preparation of bismuth dithiocarbamates by an exchange reaction between a bismuth carboxylate and a metal dithiocarbamate. The metal dithiocarbamate can be added to the reaction or prepared in situ by reacting a secondary amine and carbon disulfide in the presence of metal oxide, metal hydroxide or a tertiary amine.The reaction products are useful as extreme pressure additives when incorporated in lubricants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 20, 1997
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 5628802
    Abstract: Oxidative stability of petroleum motor fuel is improved by adding to the fuel an effective amount of heterocyclic molybdenum complex prepared by reacting (a) diol, amino or amino-alcohol compound and (b) a molybdenum source sufficient to yield about 2.0 to 20.0 percent of molybdenum based on the weight of the complex.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 13, 1997
    Assignee: R. T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 5599779
    Abstract: This invention relates to synergistic rust inhibiting compositions consisting of (a) N-acylsarcosine compound, (b) dicarboxylic acid having 6 to 48 carbon atoms, and (c) an amine selected from primary, secondary or tertiary amines or imidazoline compounds.Lubricating compositions containing the synergistic rust inhibiting compositions possess good antirust stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 4, 1997
    Assignee: R. T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly, Brian W. Stunkel
  • Patent number: 5576273
    Abstract: This invention relates to synergistic extreme pressure compositions comprising (1) an alkylenebis(dihydrocarbyldithiocarbamate) compound and (2) a bismuth compound selected from the group consisting of bismuth carboxylates, bismuth dihydrocarbyldithiocarbamates and bismuth dihydrocarbylphosphorodithioates.Lubricating compositions containing the synergistic compositions possess good extreme pressure properties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 19, 1996
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly, Ronald J. Hiza
  • Patent number: 5391756
    Abstract: Disclosed are novel compounds prepared by reacting 2,5-dimercapto-1,3,4-thiadiazole, aliphatic or aromatic aldehyde and aromatic amine in the molar ratio of 1:1:1 to 2:4:3. The 2,5-dimercapto-1,3,4-thiadiazole may be substituted in the 2-position by hydrocarbyl, terpene, polymeric and succinate residues. The compounds possess antiwear and antioxidant characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 1992
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1995
    Assignee: R. T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly
  • Patent number: 5177212
    Abstract: Disclosed are novel compounds prepared by reacting 2,5-dimercapto-1,3,4-thiadiazole, aliphatic or aromatic aldehyde and alkylated phenol in the molar ratio of 1:1:1 to 2:2:1. The 2,5-dimercapto-1,3,4-thiadiazole may be substituted in the 2-position by terpene, polymeric and succinate residues. The compounds are effective antiwear agents and antioxidants when incorporated into lubricating compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 1991
    Date of Patent: January 5, 1993
    Assignee: R.T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas J. Karol, Steven G. Donnelly