Patents by Inventor Wesley E. Cherry

Wesley E. Cherry 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).

  • Catalyst for the oxidation of butane to maleic anhydride
    Patent number: 3968054
    Abstract: A catalyst comprising SB-Ni-Mo has been found to be very selective, stable and long-lasting in the conversion of butane to maleic anhydride. Other metals such as Co, Cu, or Zn may be substituted for Ni with like results. An improved method for preparing this catalyst is also provided herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1975
    Date of Patent: July 6, 1976
    Assignee: Sun Ventures, Inc.
    Inventors: Wesley E. Cherry, Alan F. Dickason, John A. Hedge