公开(公告)号：US20170189885A1

公开(公告)日：2017-07-06

申请号：US15390249

申请日：2016-12-23

Applicant: Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Thomas Yuschak ,  Paul W. Neagle ,  Jennifer L. Marco ,  Jeffrey D. Marco ,  Michael A. Marchiando ,  Lane W. Keyes ,  Soumitra Deshmukh ,  Robert J. Luzenski

Inventor： Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Thomas Yuschak ,  Paul W. Neagle ,  Jennifer L. Marco ,  Jeffrey D. Marco ,  Michael A. Marchiando ,  Lane W. Keyes ,  Soumitra Deshmukh ,  Robert J. Luzenski

IPC: B01J19/00 ,  B23K26/24 ,  B23K1/00 ,  C10G2/00

CPC classification number: B01J19/0093 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00806 ,  B01J2219/00808 ,  B01J2219/00817 ,  B01J2219/00822 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/00898 ,  B01J2219/00988 ,  B01J2219/0099 ,  B23K1/00 ,  B23K1/0012 ,  B23K26/24 ,  B23K2101/14 ,  B23K2103/02 ,  C10G2/341 ,  Y10T137/0396 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T428/24562 ,  Y10T428/24802

Abstract: The invention provides methods of making laminated devices (especially microchannel devices) in which plates are assembled and welded together. Unlike conventional microchannel devices, the inventive laminated devices can be made without brazing or diffusion bonding; thus providing significant advantages for manufacturing. Features such as expansion joints and external welded supports are also described. Laminated devices and methods of conducting unit operations in laminated devices are also described.

公开(公告)号：US09452407B2

公开(公告)日：2016-09-27

申请号：US11255633

申请日：2005-10-24

Applicant: Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Gary Roberts ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald ,  Timothy M. Werner ,  Matthew B. Schmidt ,  Robert J. Luzenski ,  G. Bradley Chadwell ,  James A. Mathias ,  Abhishek Gupta ,  David J. Kuhlmann ,  Thomas D. Yuschak

Inventor： Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Gary Roberts ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald ,  Timothy M. Werner ,  Matthew B. Schmidt ,  Robert J. Luzenski ,  G. Bradley Chadwell ,  James A. Mathias ,  Abhishek Gupta ,  David J. Kuhlmann ,  Thomas D. Yuschak

IPC: B21D39/00 ,  B23K31/02 ,  B01J19/00 ,  B01F5/06 ,  B01F13/00 ,  B23K20/02 ,  F28D9/00 ,  F28F3/04 ,  F28F13/06

CPC classification number: B01J19/0093 ,  B01F5/061 ,  B01F13/0059 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/00873 ,  B23K20/023 ,  B23K31/02 ,  F28D9/0062 ,  F28F3/048 ,  F28F13/06 ,  F28F2260/02

Abstract: Novel methods of making laminated, microchannel devices are described. Examples include: assembly from thin strips rather than sheets; and hot isostatic pressing (HIPing) to form devices with a hermetically sealed wall. Laminated microchannel articles having novel features are also described. The invention includes processes conducted using any of the articles described.

公开(公告)号：US09134079B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-15

申请号：US12652027

申请日：2010-01-04

Applicant: Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Bin Yang ,  Steven T. Perry ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald ,  Ravi Arora ,  Robert Luzenski ,  Thomas D. Yuschak

Inventor： Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Bin Yang ,  Steven T. Perry ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald ,  Ravi Arora ,  Robert Luzenski ,  Thomas D. Yuschak

IPC: B01J10/00 ,  F28F13/06 ,  B01J19/00 ,  B01L3/00

CPC classification number: F28F13/06 ,  B01J19/0093 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00822 ,  B01J2219/00824 ,  B01J2219/00833 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/0086 ,  B01J2219/00889 ,  B01J2219/00891 ,  B01J2219/00995 ,  B01L3/502746 ,  B01L2200/027 ,  B01L2300/0864 ,  B01L2300/0887 ,  B01L2400/0487 ,  B01L2400/086 ,  F28F2260/02 ,  Y10T137/0396

Abstract: The invention provides apparatuses and techniques for controlling flow between a manifold and two or more connecting microchannels. Flow between plural connecting microchannels, that share a common manifold, can be made more uniform by the use of flow straighteners and distributors that equalize flow in connecting channels. Alternatively, flow can be made more uniform by sections of narrowed diameter within the channels. Methods of making apparatus and methods of conducting unit operations in connecting channels are also described.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供用于控制歧管和两个或更多个连接微通道之间的流动的装置和技术。 通过使用均衡连接通道中的流动的流平衡器和分配器，可以使共享共同歧管的多个连接微通道之间的流动更均匀。 或者，可以通过通道内的变窄直径的部分使流动更均匀。 还描述了在连接通道中进行单元操作的装置和方法的方法。

公开(公告)号：US08869830B2

公开(公告)日：2014-10-28

申请号：US13304279

申请日：2011-11-23

Applicant: Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Ravi Arora ,  David Kilanowski

Inventor： Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Ravi Arora ,  David Kilanowski

IPC: F28D1/047 ,  F28F1/10 ,  B01F5/06 ,  B01F5/04 ,  B01F3/08 ,  B01F13/00 ,  B01J19/00 ,  F28F9/02

CPC classification number: F28D1/0316 ,  B01F3/0807 ,  B01F5/0475 ,  B01F5/0646 ,  B01F5/0647 ,  B01F5/0655 ,  B01F13/0059 ,  B01F13/0064 ,  B01F13/0074 ,  B01J19/0093 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/0086 ,  B01J2219/00869 ,  B01J2219/00873 ,  B01J2219/00889 ,  B01J2219/00891 ,  F28D1/0341 ,  F28F1/022 ,  F28F3/04 ,  F28F9/0275 ,  F28F2260/02 ,  Y10T137/0318 ,  Y10T137/0329 ,  Y10T137/6579 ,  Y10T137/85938 ,  Y10T137/87571 ,  Y10T137/87652

Abstract: The invention describes features that can be used to control flow to an array of microchannels. The invention also describes methods in which a process stream is distributed to plural microchannels.

Abstract translation: 本发明描述了可用于控制流向微通道阵列的特征。 本发明还描述了将工艺流分配到多个微通道的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20140186229A1

公开(公告)日：2014-07-03

申请号：US13948967

申请日：2013-07-23

Applicant: Anna Lee Y. Tonkovich ,  Robert D. Litt ,  Timothy M. Werner ,  Bin Yang

Inventor： Anna Lee Y. Tonkovich ,  Robert D. Litt ,  Timothy M. Werner ,  Bin Yang

IPC: B01J19/18

CPC classification number: B01J19/0093 ,  B01J19/1831 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/00873 ,  B01J2219/00984 ,  C07C29/152 ,  C10G2/341 ,  C07C31/04

Abstract: An integrated microchannel reactor and heat exchanger comprising: (a) a waveform sandwiched between opposing shim sheets and mounted to the shim sheets to form a series of microchannels, where each microchannel includes a pair of substantially straight side walls, and a top wall formed by at least one of the opposing shim sheets, and (b) a first set of microchannels in thermal communication with the waveform, where the waveform has an aspect ratio greater than two.

Abstract translation: 一种集成微通道反应器和热交换器，包括：（a）夹在相对的垫片之间的波形并安装到垫片以形成一系列微通道，其中每个微通道包括一对基本上直的侧壁，以及由 至少一个相对的垫片，和（b）与波形热连通的第一组微通道，其中波形的纵横比大于2。

公开(公告)号：US08747656B2

公开(公告)日：2014-06-10

申请号：US12576458

申请日：2009-10-09

Applicant: Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Ravi Arora ,  John Brophy ,  Francis P. Daly ,  Soumitra Deshmukh ,  Maddalena Fanelli ,  Kai Tod Paul Jarosch ,  Timothy J. LaPlante ,  Richard Q. Long ,  Terry Mazanec ,  Daniel Francis Ryan ,  Laura J. Silva ,  Wayne W. Simmons ,  Bruce Stangeland ,  Yong Wang ,  Thomas Yuschak ,  Steven T. Perry ,  Jeffrey Dale Marco ,  Michael Alan Marchiando ,  Robert Dwayne Litt

Inventor： Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Ravi Arora ,  John Brophy ,  Francis P. Daly ,  Soumitra Deshmukh ,  Maddalena Fanelli ,  Kai Tod Paul Jarosch ,  Timothy J. LaPlante ,  Richard Q. Long ,  Terry Mazanec ,  Daniel Francis Ryan ,  Laura J. Silva ,  Wayne W. Simmons ,  Bruce Stangeland ,  Yong Wang ,  Thomas Yuschak ,  Steven T. Perry ,  Jeffrey Dale Marco ,  Michael Alan Marchiando ,  Robert Dwayne Litt

IPC: C07C13/00

CPC classification number: C10G47/14 ,  B01J19/0093 ,  B01J21/12 ,  B01J23/42 ,  B01J23/75 ,  B01J23/96 ,  B01J35/023 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00788 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/00873 ,  B01J2219/00889 ,  B01J2219/00891 ,  B01J2219/00984 ,  C10G2/32 ,  C10G45/02 ,  C10G47/00 ,  C10G47/02 ,  C10G2300/202 ,  C10G2300/4018 ,  Y02P20/582

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for conducting a hydrocracking or a hydrotreating process in a microchannel reactor. This invention also relates to a process and apparatus for flowing a vapor and liquid into a plurality of microchannels in a microchannel processing unit.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及在微通道反应器中进行加氢裂化或加氢处理工艺的方法。 本发明还涉及一种将蒸汽和液体流入微通道处理单元中的多个微通道的方法和装置。

公开(公告)号：US08646472B2

公开(公告)日：2014-02-11

申请号：US12334550

申请日：2008-12-15

Applicant: Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Kai Jarosch ,  David J. Hesse ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald

Inventor： Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Kai Jarosch ,  David J. Hesse ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald

IPC: B01J8/06 ,  G05D11/02

CPC classification number: B01L3/502715 ,  B01F5/0475 ,  B01F5/0682 ,  B01F5/0691 ,  B01F13/0059 ,  B01F2215/0427 ,  B01F2215/0431 ,  B01J19/0093 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00822 ,  B01J2219/00824 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/00844 ,  B01J2219/0086 ,  B01J2219/00873 ,  B01J2219/00889 ,  B01J2219/00891 ,  B01L2400/04 ,  Y10T137/0329

Abstract: The present invention provides methods, systems and apparatus in which one fluid passes through an orifice or orifices and mixes with another fluid as it flows through a microchannel.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种方法，系统和装置，其中一种流体在其流过微通道时通过孔或孔并与另一流体混合。

公开(公告)号：US08569202B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-29

申请号：US13633058

申请日：2012-10-01

Applicant: Junko M. Watson ,  Francis P. Daly ,  Yong Wang ,  Steven T. Perry ,  Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald ,  Laura J. Silva ,  Rachid Taha ,  Enrique Aceves de Alba ,  Ya-Huei Chen ,  Robert Rozmiarek ,  XiaoHong Li

Inventor： Junko M. Watson ,  Francis P. Daly ,  Yong Wang ,  Steven T. Perry ,  Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Sean P. Fitzgerald ,  Laura J. Silva ,  Rachid Taha ,  Enrique Aceves de Alba ,  Ya-Huei Chen ,  Robert Rozmiarek ,  XiaoHong Li

IPC: B01J23/02

CPC classification number: B01J19/0093 ,  B01J21/005 ,  B01J23/464 ,  B01J23/58 ,  B01J37/0215 ,  B01J37/0219 ,  B01J37/0225 ,  B01J2219/00783 ,  B01J2219/00822 ,  B01J2219/00824 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/0086 ,  B01J2219/00862 ,  B01J2219/00873 ,  C01B3/40 ,  C01B2203/00 ,  C01B2203/0233 ,  C01B2203/0283 ,  C01B2203/04 ,  C01B2203/065 ,  C01B2203/066 ,  C01B2203/0833 ,  C01B2203/1011 ,  C01B2203/1041 ,  C01B2203/1052 ,  C01B2203/1064 ,  C01B2203/1082 ,  C01B2203/1241 ,  C01B2203/1288 ,  C01B2203/1619 ,  H01M8/0618 ,  H01M8/0631 ,  Y02P20/52

Abstract: The present invention provides catalysts, reactors, and methods of steam reforming over a catalyst. Surprisingly superior results and properties obtained in methods and catalysts of the present invention are also described. For example, a coated catalyst was demonstrated to be highly stable under steam reforming conditions (high temperature and high pressure of steam). Methods of making steam reforming catalysts are also described.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供催化剂，反应器和催化剂上的蒸汽重整方法。 还描述了在本发明的方法和催化剂中获得的令人惊奇的优异结果和性能。 例如，涂覆的催化剂被证明在蒸汽重整条件（高温和高压蒸汽）下是高度稳定的。 还描述了制备蒸汽重整催化剂的方法。

公开(公告)号：US20130164835A1

公开(公告)日：2013-06-27

申请号：US13534924

申请日：2012-06-27

Applicant: JASON LICAMELE ,  Anna Lee Y. Tonkovich ,  Alexandar Sitek ,  Scott Kuhlman

Inventor： JASON LICAMELE ,  Anna Lee Y. Tonkovich ,  Alexandar Sitek ,  Scott Kuhlman

IPC: C12M1/04 ,  C12M1/12

CPC classification number: C12M1/04 ,  C12M37/00 ,  C12M43/00 ,  C12M47/02

Abstract: Systems and methods for the removal of contaminants from a liquid culture microalgac and/or cyanobacteria comprise an inlet tube, a pump, a gas injector, a vertical chamber, and/or a collection container that promotes the production of foam in the microalgae culture, wherein the foam contains the contaminants.

Abstract translation: 用于从液体培养微藻和/或蓝细菌中除去污染物的系统和方法包括促进微藻培养物中的泡沫的生产的入口管，泵，气体注射器，垂直室和/或收集容器， 其中泡沫包含污染物。

公开(公告)号：US08298491B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-30

申请号：US13281889

申请日：2011-10-26

Applicant: Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Ravi Arora ,  David Kilanowski ,  Eric Daymo

Inventor： Anna Lee Tonkovich ,  Ravi Arora ,  David Kilanowski ,  Eric Daymo

IPC: G05D24/00

CPC classification number: B01J19/0093 ,  B01F3/0807 ,  B01F5/0475 ,  B01F13/0059 ,  B01F15/065 ,  B01J2219/00835 ,  B01J2219/00837 ,  B01J2219/00844 ,  B01J2219/0086 ,  B01J2219/00873 ,  B01J2219/00889 ,  B01J2219/00891 ,  F28D7/0025 ,  F28D9/0081 ,  F28F3/086 ,  F28F2260/02 ,  Y10T137/0335 ,  Y10T137/2506

Abstract: The disclosed invention relates to a process, comprising: conducting unit operations in at least two process zones in a process microchannel to treat and/or form a non-Newtonian fluid, a different unit operation being conducted in each process zone; and applying an effective amount of shear stress to the non-Newtonian fluid to reduce the viscosity of the non-Newtonian fluid in each process zone, the average shear rate in one process zone differing from the average shear rate in another process zone by a factor of at least about 1.2.

Abstract translation: 所公开的发明涉及一种方法，包括：在处理微通道中的至少两个处理区中进行单元操作以处理和/或形成非牛顿流体，在每个处理区中进行不同的单元操作; 并且向非牛顿流体施加有效量的剪切应力以降低每个工艺区域中的非牛顿流体的粘度，一个工艺区域中的平均剪切速率与另一工艺区域中的平均剪切速率不同， 至少约1.2。