Patents by Inventor Wharton Sinkler

Wharton Sinkler 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: 12019428
    Abstract: A plant diagnostic system and method for plant process control and analysis comprising one or more sensors configured to collect and report compositional operation information of the equipment in the plant or refinery in real-time. At least one of the one or more sensors may be selected from a group of GC, GCxGC, micro GC, micro GCxGC, or combinations thereof. The diagnostic system may comprise a detection platform, an analysis platform, a visualization platform, and/or an alert platform.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2024
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Wharton Sinkler, Linda S. Cheng, Paul Adams, James W. Harris
  • Patent number: 11826738
    Abstract: A hydroprocessing catalyst with improved performance has been produced that involves an intimately mixed unsupported metal oxide with a zeolite or other acid function. The intimate mixing allows an intimate interaction between the unsupported metal oxide and the acid function. The hydroprocessing catalyst may be used alone or may be incorporated with a portion of a conventional hydrocracking catalyst.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Paula Bogdan, Melanie Timmons Schaal, Susie C. Martins, Lisa Knight, Wharton Sinkler, Gregory Kuzmanich, Maureen Bricker, Suheil F. Abdo, Stuart Miller, Wei Pan, Richard R. Willis
  • Publication number: 20220023846
    Abstract: A hydroprocessing catalyst with improved performance has been produced that involves an intimately mixed unsupported metal oxide with a zeolite or other acid function. The intimate mixing allows an intimate interaction between the unsupported metal oxide and the acid function. The hydroprocessing catalyst may be used alone or may be incorporated with a portion of a conventional hydrocracking catalyst.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2021
    Publication date: January 27, 2022
    Inventors: Paula Bogdan, Melanie Timmons Schaal, Susie C. Martins, Lisa Knight, Wharton Sinkler, Gregory Kuzmanich, Maureen Bricker, Suheil F. Abdo, Stuart Miller, Wei Pan, Richard R. Willis
  • Publication number: 20210200195
    Abstract: A plant diagnostic system and method for plant process control and analysis comprising one or more sensors configured to collect and report compositional operation information of the equipment in the plant or refinery in real-time. At least one of the one or more sensors may be selected from a group of GC, GCxGC, micro GC, micro GCxGC, or combinations thereof The diagnostic system may comprise a detection platform, an analysis platform, a visualization platform, and/or an alert platform.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2021
    Publication date: July 1, 2021
    Inventors: Wharton Sinkler, Linda S. Cheng, Paul Adams, James W. Harris
  • Patent number: 10995013
    Abstract: A unique crystalline mixed transition metal tungstate material has been developed material may be sulfided to generate metal sulfides which are used as a catalyst in a conversion process such as hydroprocessing. The hydroprocessing may include hydrodenitrification, hydrodesulfurization, hydrodemetallation, hydrodesilication, hydrodearomatization, hydroisomerization, hydrotreating, hydrofining, and hydrocracking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Stuart R. Miller, Susan C. Koster, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Patent number: 10875013
    Abstract: A unique crystalline transition metal molybdotungstate material has been developed. The material may be sulfided to generate metal sulfides which are used as a catalyst in a conversion process such as hydroprocessing. The hydroprocessing may include hydrodenitrification, hydrodesulfurization, hydrodemetallation, hydrodesilication, hydrodearomatization, hydroisomerization, hydrotreating, hydrofining, and hydrocracking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2020
    Inventors: Stuart R. Miller, Susan C. Koster, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Patent number: 10625247
    Abstract: A new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite comprising a new framework has been synthesized that has been designated UZM-55. This zeolite is represented by the empirical formula: M+mRrAl1-xExSiyOz where M represents a metal or metals selected from zinc or Group 1 (IUPAC 1), Group 2 (IUPAC 2), Group 3 (IUPAC 3) or the lanthanide series of the periodic table including sodium, potassium or a combination of sodium and potassium cations, R is an organic structure directing agent or agents derived from reactants R1 and R2 such as where R1 is diisopropanolamine and R2 is a chelating diamine, and E is an element selected from the group consisting of gallium, iron, boron and mixtures thereof. Catalysts made from UZM-55 have utility in various hydrocarbon conversion reactions. The calcined zeolite is used in hydrocarbon conversion reactions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2020
    Inventors: Mark A. Miller, Christopher P. Nicholas, Melissa M. Galey, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Patent number: 10611645
    Abstract: A new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite comprising a novel framework has been synthesized that has been designated UZM-55. This zeolite is represented by a three-dimensional framework of at least SiO2 tetrahedral units and an empirical composition in the as-synthesized and anhydrous basis expressed by an empirical formula of: Mmn+RrAlxEySiOz where M represents a metal or metals from zinc or Group 1 (IUPAC 1), Group 2 (IUPAC 2), Group 3 (IUPAC 3) or the lanthanide series of the periodic table, R is a structure directing agent or agents such as 1,6-bis(N-methylpiperidinium)hexane, and E is an element selected from the group consisting of gallium, iron, boron and mixtures thereof. Catalysts made from UZM-55 have utility in various hydrocarbon conversion reactions including methanol to hydrocarbons (MTH).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2020
    Inventors: John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler, Christopher P. Nicholas, Mark A. Miller, Melissa M. Galey
  • Patent number: 10570021
    Abstract: A new family of crystalline microporous metallophosphates designated AlPO-77 has been synthesized. These metallophosphates are represented by the empirical formula HxMm2+EPxSiyOz where M is a framework metal alkaline earth or transition metal of valence +2, and E is a trivalent framework element such as aluminum or gallium. The AlPO-77 compositions are characterized by a new unique ABC-6 net structure, and have catalytic properties suitable for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes, as well as characteristics suitable for adsorption applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2020
    Inventors: Benjamin D. Yuhas, Melissa M. Galey, Mark A. Miller, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler, Gregory J. Lewis, Lisa M. Knight
  • Patent number: 10493424
    Abstract: A new family of crystalline microporous metallophosphates designated AlPO-78 has been synthesized. These metallophosphates are represented by the empirical formula R+rMm2+EPxSiyOz where R is an organoammonium cation, M is a framework metal alkaline earth or transition metal of valence +2, and E is a trivalent framework element such as aluminum or gallium. The AlPO-78 compositions are characterized by a new unique ABC-6 net structure, and have catalytic properties suitable for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes, as well as characteristics suitable for the efficient adsorption of water vapor in a variety of applications, such as adsorption heat pumps.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Inventors: Benjamin D. Yuhas, Mark A. Miller, Melissa M. Galey, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Publication number: 20190224656
    Abstract: A new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite comprising a new framework has been synthesized that has been designated UZM-55. This zeolite is represented by the empirical formula: M+mRrAl1-xExSiyOz where M represents a metal or metals selected from zinc or Group 1 (IUPAC 1), Group 2 (IUPAC 2), Group 3 (IUPAC 3) or the lanthanide series of the periodic table including sodium, potassium or a combination of sodium and potassium cations, R is an organic structure directing agent or agents derived from reactants R1 and R2 such as where R1 is diisopropanolamine and R2 is a chelating diamine, and E is an element selected from the group consisting of gallium, iron, boron and mixtures thereof. Catalysts made from UZM-55 have utility in various hydrocarbon conversion reactions. The calcined zeolite is used in hydrocarbon conversion reactions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2019
    Publication date: July 25, 2019
    Inventors: Mark A. Miller, Christopher P. Nicholas, Melissa M. Galey, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Patent number: 10336622
    Abstract: A new family of crystalline microporous metallophosphates designated AlPO-91 has been synthesized. These metallophosphates are represented by the empirical formula Cc+Aa+Mm2+EPxSiyOz where M is a divalent framework metal such as magnesium or zinc, C is a cyclic organoammonium cation, A is an acyclic organoammonium cation, and E is a trivalent framework element such as aluminum or gallium. The AlPO-91 compositions are characterized by a new unique ABC-6 net structure, and have catalytic properties suitable for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes, as well as characteristics suitable for the efficient adsorption of water vapor in a variety of applications, such as adsorption heat pumps.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2019
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Benjamin D. Yuhas, Kristine N. Wilson, Mimoza Sylejmani-Rekaliu, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Publication number: 20190184382
    Abstract: A unique crystalline transition metal molybdotungstate material has been developed. The material may be sulfided to generate metal sulfides which are used as a catalyst in a conversion process such as hydroprocessing. The hydroprocessing may include hydrodenitrification, hydrodesulfurization, hydrodemetallation, hydrodesilication, hydrodearomatization, hydroisomerization, hydrotreating, hydrofining, and hydrocracking.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2018
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventors: Stuart R. Miller, Susan C. Koster, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Publication number: 20190185342
    Abstract: A unique crystalline mixed transition metal tungstate material has been developed material may be sulfided to generate metal sulfides which are used as a catalyst in a conversion process such as hydroprocessing. The hydroprocessing may include hydrodenitrification, hydrodesulfurization, hydrodemetallation, hydrodesilication, hydrodearomatization, hydroisomerization, hydrotreating, hydrofining, and hydrocracking.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 13, 2018
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventors: Stuart R. Miller, Susan C. Koster, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Patent number: 10280089
    Abstract: A new family of crystalline microporous metallophosphates designated AlPO-92 has been synthesized. These metallophosphates are represented by the empirical formula Cc+Aa+Mm2+EPxSiyOz where M is a divalent framework metal such as magnesium, C is a cyclic organoammonium cation, A is an acyclic organoammonium cation, and E is a trivalent framework element such as aluminum or gallium. The AlPO-92 compositions are characterized by a new unique ABC-6 net structure, and have catalytic properties suitable for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes, as well as characteristics suitable for the efficient adsorption of water vapor in a variety of applications, such as adsorption heat pumps.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2019
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Benjamin D. Yuhas, Kristine N. Wilson, Mimoza Sylejmani-Rekaliu, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Patent number: 10272420
    Abstract: A new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite comprising a MTT framework has been synthesized that has been designated UZM-55. This zeolite is represented by the empirical formula: M+mRrAl1-xExSiyOz where M represents a metal or metals selected from zinc or Group 1 (IUPAC 1), Group 2 (IUPAC 2), Group 3 (IUPAC 3) or the lanthanide series of the periodic table including sodium, potassium or a combination of sodium and potassium cations, R is an organic structure directing agent or agents derived from reactants R1 and R2 such as where R1 is diisopropanolamine and R2 is a chelating diamine, and E is an element selected from the group consisting of gallium, iron, boron and mixtures thereof. Catalysts made from UZM-55 have utility in various hydrocarbon conversion reactions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2019
    Assignee: UOP LLC
    Inventors: Mark A. Miller, Christopher P. Nicholas, Melissa M. Galey, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Publication number: 20190030511
    Abstract: A new family of crystalline microporous metallophosphates designated AlPO-78 has been synthesized. These metallophosphates are represented by the empirical formula R+rMm2+EPxSiyOz where R is an organoammonium cation, M is a framework metal alkaline earth or transition metal of valence +2, and E is a trivalent framework element such as aluminum or gallium. The AlPO-78 compositions are characterized by a new unique ABC-6 net structure, and have catalytic properties suitable for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes, as well as characteristics suitable for the efficient adsorption of water vapor in a variety of applications, such as adsorption heat pumps.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2018
    Publication date: January 31, 2019
    Inventors: Benjamin D. Yuhas, Mark A. Miller, Melissa M. Galey, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Publication number: 20190031520
    Abstract: A new family of crystalline microporous metallophosphates designated AlPO-77 has been synthesized. These metallophosphates are represented by the empirical formula HxMm2+EPxSiyOz where M is a framework metal alkaline earth or transition metal of valence +2, and E is a trivalent framework element such as aluminum or gallium. The AlPO-77 compositions are characterized by a new unique ABC-6 net structure, and have catalytic properties suitable for carrying out various hydrocarbon conversion processes, as well as characteristics suitable for adsorption applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2018
    Publication date: January 31, 2019
    Inventors: Benjamin D. Yuhas, Melissa M. Galey, Mark A. Miller, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler, Gregory J. Lewis, Lisa M. Knight
  • Publication number: 20180099267
    Abstract: A new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite comprising a MTT framework has been synthesized that has been designated UZM-55. This zeolite is represented by the empirical formula: M+mRrAl1-xExSiyOz where M represents a metal or metals selected from zinc or Group 1 (IUPAC 1), Group 2 (IUPAC 2), Group 3 (IUPAC 3) or the lanthanide series of the periodic table including sodium, potassium or a combination of sodium and potassium cations, R is an organic structure directing agent or agents derived from reactants R1 and R2 such as where R1 is diisopropanolamine and R2 is a chelating diamine, and E is an element selected from the group consisting of gallium, iron, boron and mixtures thereof. Catalysts made from UZM-55 have utility in various hydrocarbon conversion reactions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2017
    Publication date: April 12, 2018
    Inventors: Mark A. Miller, Christopher P. Nicholas, Melissa M. Galey, John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler
  • Publication number: 20180099875
    Abstract: A new crystalline aluminosilicate zeolite comprising a novel framework has been synthesized that has been designated UZM-55. This zeolite is represented by a three-dimensional framework of at least SiO2 tetrahedral units and an empirical composition in the as-synthesized and anhydrous basis expressed by an empirical formula of: Mmn+RrAlxEySiOz where M represents a metal or metals from zinc or Group 1 (IUPAC 1), Group 2 (IUPAC 2), Group 3 (IUPAC 3) or the lanthanide series of the periodic table, R is a structure directing agent or agents such as 1,6-bis(N-methylpiperidinium)hexane, and E is an element selected from the group consisting of gallium, iron, boron and mixtures thereof. Catalysts made from UZM-55 have utility in various hydrocarbon conversion reactions including methanol to hydrocarbons (MTH).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2017
    Publication date: April 12, 2018
    Inventors: John P. S. Mowat, Wharton Sinkler, Christopher P. Nicholas, Mark A. Miller, Melissa M. Galey