Patents by Inventor Susan C. Koster

Susan C. Koster 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).

  • Patent number: 8268290
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new family of crystalline microporous zeolite designated the UZM-29 family. These zeolites are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+R+rAl1-xExSiyOz UZM-29 has the PHI structure type topology but is thermally stable up to a temperature of at least 350° C. The UZM-29 family of zeolite can be used in various hydrocarbon conversion processes such as, isomerization of butane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2012
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Susan C. Koster, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Patent number: 8212097
    Abstract: A process for alkylating aromatic compounds using a family of zeolites, examples of which have been designated UZM-5, UZM-5P and UZM-6, and are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+Cgh+Rrp+Al(1-x)ExSiyOz where M is an alkali or alkaline earth metal, E is an optional framework element, C organic nitrogen containing cation template, and R is an organic cation crystallization template. The zeolites have at least two x-ray diffraction peaks, one at a d-spacing of 3.9±0.12 ? and one at a d-spacing 8.6±0.20 ?; a tetragonal unit cell; and a micropore volume ranging from about 0.10 cc/g to about 0.18 cc/g.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2012
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Jaime G. Moscoso, Raelynn M. Miller, Susan C. Koster, Julio C. Marte
  • Publication number: 20120142987
    Abstract: A process for alkylating aromatic compounds using a family of zeolites, examples of which have been designated UZM-5, UZM-5P and UZM-6, and are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+Cgh+Rrp+Al(1-x)ExSiyOz where M is an alkali or alkaline earth metal, E is an optional framework element, C organic nitrogen containing cation template, and R is an organic cation crystallization template. The zeolites have at least two x-ray diffraction peaks, one at a d-spacing of 3.9±0.12 ? and one at a d-spacing 8.6±0.20 ?; a tetragonal unit cell; and a micropore volume ranging from about 0.10 cc/g to about 0.18 cc/g.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2011
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Applicant: UOP LLC.
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Jaime G. Moscoso, Raelynn M. Miller, Susan C. Koster, Julio C. Marte
  • Publication number: 20120004485
    Abstract: A method for preparing a family of zeolites, examples of which have been designated UZM-5, UZM-5P and UZM-6, and are represented by the empirical formula Mmn+Cgh+Rrp+Al(1-x)ExSiyOz The method includes forming a Charge Density Mismatch (CDM) reaction mixture comprising reactive sources of Al, Si, optionally a framework element, E, and at least one organic nitrogen containing cation template, C, in the hydroxide form. After the CDM mixture is mixed while aging, an organic cation crystallization template, R, and at least one alkali metal or alkaline earth metal, M, is added. The combined final reaction mixture is reacted with mixing to produce the zeolite, which may be used in various hydrocarbon conversion processes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2011
    Publication date: January 5, 2012
    Applicant: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Jaime G, Moscoso, Raelynn M. Miller, Susan C. Koster, Julio C. Marte
  • Publication number: 20120004483
    Abstract: A process for alkylating aromatic compounds using a family of zeolites, examples of which have been designated UZM-5, UZM-5P and UZM-6, and are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+Cgh+Rrp+Al(1-x)ExSiyOz where M is an alkali or alkaline earth metal, E is an optional framework element, C organic nitrogen containing cation template, and R is an organic cation crystallization template. The zeolites have at least two x-ray diffraction peaks, one at a d-spacing of 3.9±0.12 ? and one at a d-spacing 8.6±0.20 ?; a tetragonal unit cell; and a micropore volume ranging from about 0.10 cc/g to about 0.18 cc/g.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2011
    Publication date: January 5, 2012
    Applicant: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Jaime G. Moscoso, Raelynn M. Miller, Susan C. Koster, Julio C. Marte
  • Patent number: 8017824
    Abstract: This invention relates to hydrocarbon conversion processes using UZM-29 and UZM-29HS zeolitic compositions. The UZM-29 zeolites are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+R+rAl1?xExSiyOz UZM-29 has the PHI structure type topology but is thermally stable up to a temperature of at least 350° C. UZM-29HS is a high silica version of UZM-29 and is represented by the empirical formula: M1?n+aAl(1?x)ExSiyOz. Examples of the hydrocarbon conversion processes are isomerization of alkanes, especially butane and the conversion of oxygenates to olefins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Susan C. Koster, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Publication number: 20110034746
    Abstract: This invention relates to hydrocarbon conversion processes using UZM-29 and UZM-29HS zeolitic compositions. The UZM-29 zeolites are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+R+rAl1?xExSiyOz UZM-29 has the PHI structure type topology but is thermally stable up to a temperature of at least 350° C. UZM-29HS is a high silica version of UZM-29 and is represented by the empirical formula: M1?n+aAl(1?x)ExSiyOz. Examples of the hydrocarbon conversion processes are isomerization of alkanes, especially butane and the conversion of oxygenates to olefins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2009
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Applicant: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Susan C. Koster, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Publication number: 20110034320
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new family of crystalline microporous zeolite designated the UZM-29 family. These zeolites are represented by the empirical formula: Mmn+R+rAl1-xExSiyOz UZM-29 has the PHI structure type topology but is thermally stable up to a temperature of at least 350° C. The UZM-29 family of zeolite can be used in various hydrocarbon conversion processes such as, isomerization of butane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2009
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Applicant: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Susan C. Koster, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Patent number: 7745678
    Abstract: A process for isomerizing alkyl aromatic hydrocarbons using a catalyst comprising a zeolite and a platinum group metal component is described. The zeolite comprises a new family of zeolites designated UZM-8HS which are derived from UZM-8 zeolites by treating the UZM-8 with a fluoro-silicate salt, an acid, etc. The UZM-8HS zeolites have unique x-ray diffraction patterns.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2010
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Mathias P. Koljack, John E. Bauer, Paula L. Bogdan, Gregory J. Lewis, Susan C. Koster, Michael G. Gatter, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Publication number: 20100152511
    Abstract: The present invention comprises a hydrocarbon-conversion process using an improved MgAPSO-31 molecular sieve which demonstrates a favorable combination of conversion and selectivity in aromatics conversion. The sieve has a specific combination of crystal configuration, being limited in diameter and length, specified crystallinity as measured by an X-Ray Diffraction Index (XRDI), and a narrow range of magnesium content.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2009
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Inventors: Hayim Abrevaya, Julio C. Marte, Stephen T. Wilson, Susan C. Koster, John E. Bauer, Wharton Sinkler, Ben A. Wilson, Lance L. Jacobsen
  • Patent number: 7713513
    Abstract: A family of crystalline aluminosilicate zeolites designated UZM-8HS and derived from UZM-8 have been synthesized. The aluminum content of the UZM-8HS is lower than that of the starting UZM-8 thus changing its ion exchange capacity and acidity. These UZM-8HS are represented by the empirical formula: M1an+Al(1?x)ExSiy?Oz? and are prepared by treatments such as acid extraction and AFS treatments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2010
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Jaime G. Moscoso, Susan C. Koster, Lisa M. Knight, Gregory J. Lewis, Mark A. Miller, R. Lyle Patton, Stephen T. Wilson
  • Patent number: 7687423
    Abstract: The subject invention comprises a novel UZM-14 catalytic material comprising globular aggregates of crystallites having a MOR framework type with a mean crystallite length parallel to the direction of 12-ring channels of about 60 nm or less and a mesopore volume of at least about 0.10 cc/gram. Catalysts formed from the novel material are particularly effective for the transalkylation of aromatics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2010
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Jaime G. Moscoso, Edwin P. Boldingh, Michael G. Gatter, Susan C. Koster
  • Publication number: 20100056837
    Abstract: A process for isomerizing alkyl aromatic hydrocarbons using a catalyst comprising a zeolite and a platinum group metal component is described. The zeolite comprises a new family of zeolites designated UZM-8HS which are derived from UZM-8 zeolites by treating the UZM-8 with a fluoro-silicate salt, an acid, etc. The UZM-8HS zeolites have unique x-ray diffraction patterns.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 6, 2009
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Applicant: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Mathias P. Koljack, John E. Bauer, Paula L. Bogdan, Gregory J. Lewis, Susan C. Koster, Michael G. Gatter, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Publication number: 20090325785
    Abstract: The subject invention comprises a novel UZM-14 catalytic material comprising globular aggregates of crystallites having a MOR framework type with a mean crystallite length parallel to the direction of 12-ring channels of about 60 nm or less and a mesopore volume of at least about 0.10 cc/gram. Catalysts formed from the novel material are particularly effective for the transalkylation of aromatics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2008
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventors: Jaime G. Moscoso, Edwin P. Boldingh, Michael G. Gatter, Susan C. Koster
  • Patent number: 7638667
    Abstract: Hydrocarbon conversion processes using a new family of zeolites identified as UZM-8HS are described. The UZM-8HS zeolite are derived from UZM-8 zeolites by treating the UZM-8 with a fluoro-silicate salt, an acid, etc. The UZM-8HS zeolites have unique x-ray diffraction patterns. These zeolites can be used in alkylation of aromatics, transalkylation of aromatics, isomerization of aromatics and alkylation of isoparaffins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2009
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Raelynn M. Miller, Mathias P. Koljack, John E. Bauer, Paula L. Bogdan, Gregory J. Lewis, Gregory J. Gajda, Susan C. Koster, Michael G. Gatter, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Patent number: 7626064
    Abstract: This invention embodies a catalyst and a process for transalkylation of C7, C9, and C10 aromatics to obtain a high yield of xylenes. The catalyst comprises a novel UZM-14 catalytic material comprising globular aggregates of crystallites having a MOR framework type with a mean crystallite length parallel to the direction of the 12-ring channels of about 60 nm or less and a mesopore volume of at least about 0.10 cc/gram. The UZM-14 catalyst is particularly active and stable in a transalkylation process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2009
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Edwin P. Boldingh, Michael G. Gatter, Susan C. Koster, David S. Lafyatis, Terrence E. Deak, Eric J. Baker, Robert W. Broach, Deng-Yang Jan, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Patent number: 7091390
    Abstract: Hydrocarbon conversion processes using a new family of zeolites identified as UZM-8 and UZM-8HS are described. The UZM-8 and UZM-8HS are related in that the UZM-8HS are derived from the UZM-8 zeolite by treating the UZM-8 with a fluoro-silicate salt, an acid, etc. The UZM-8 and -8HS have unique x-ray diffraction patterns. These zeolites can be used in alkylation of aromatics, transalkylation of aromatics, isomerization of aromatics and alkylation of isoparaffins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2006
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Raelynn M. Miller, Mathias P. Koljack, John E. Bauer, Paula L. Bogdan, Gregory J. Lewis, Gregory J. Gajda, Susan C. Koster, Michael G. Gatter, Jaime G. Moscoso
  • Patent number: 6982074
    Abstract: A family of crystalline aluminosilicate zeolites designated UZM-5HS and derived from UZM-5 have been synthesized. The aluminum content of the UZM-5HS is lower than that of the starting UZM-5 thus changing its ion exchange capacity and acidity. These UZM-5HS are represented by the empirical formula: M1an+Al(1?x)ExSiy?Oz? and are prepared by treatments such as acid extraction and AFS treatments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2006
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Deng-Yang Jan, Jaime G. Moscoso, Gregory J. Lewis, Michael G. Gatter, Beckay J. Mezza, Susan C. Koster
  • Patent number: 6890511
    Abstract: An aluminosilicate zeolite and substituted versions designated UZM-15 have been synthesized. These zeolites are prepared using an organoammonium cation as a template in which at least one organic group has at least 2 carbon atoms. An example of such a cation is diethyldimethylammonium cation. The template can optionally comprise other organoammonium cations, alkali metals and alkaline earth metals. These UZM-15 materials can be dealuminated by various processes to provide UZM-15HS compositions. Both the UZM-15 and UZM-15HS compositions are useful as catalysts or catalyst supports in various process such as the conversion of cyclic hydrocarbons to non-cyclic hydrocarbons and olefin oligomerization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2005
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Lisa M. Rohde, Gregory J. Lewis, Stephen T. Wilson, Deng-Yang Jan, R. Lyle Patton, Susan C. Koster, Jaime G. Moscoso, Mark A. Miller, Michael G. Gatter
  • Patent number: 6872865
    Abstract: An improved catalytic composite and process are disclosed for the selective disproportionation of toluene. The process uses a layered composite comprising a catalytically active core which comprises a zeolitic aluminosilicate having a SiO2:Al2O3 ratio of 8 to 50 and a relatively inactive protective mantle which preferably comprises boralite. Optionally, the composite is selectively precoked prior to toluene disproportionation. The composite and process provide improved selectivity for the production of paraxylene.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2005
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Susan C. Koster, Jennifer S. Holmgren