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San Ramon, CA, United States of America

Texaco Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 3,161

% Expired Patents = 2.2

Trademarks = 37

Forward Citations = 44,680

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1,476 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Rodney L Sung (136 out of 137 patents)

John F Knifton (94 out of 214 patents)

Benjamin J Kaufman (77 out of 78 patents)

4. Mitri S Najjar (73 out of 74 patents)

5. George P Speranza (60 out of 157 patents)

6. Jiang-Jen Lin (55 out of 107 patents)

7. John R Sanderson (53 out of 148 patents)

8. Sheldon Herbstman (51 out of 51 patents)

9. Michael Cuscurida (46 out of 91 patents)

10. William M Sweeney (46 out of 46 patents)

11. Thomas F DeRosa (45 out of 47 patents)

12. Joseph C Allen (44 out of 48 patents)

13. David R McCoy (38 out of 44 patents)

14. Alfred Brown (38 out of 38 patents)

15. George Kalfoglou (37 out of 37 patents)

Core Competencies:

Hydrogen Production

Fuel Processor

Gasification

Hydrogen Storage

Combustor

Steam Reforming

Energy Generation

Coolant Systems

Control Strategies

Synthesis Gas

Oxidation

Fuel Composition

3,161 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 9631057 - Methods of enzymatic hydrolysis (2017-04-25),

2. 8494772 - Method for calculating hydrogen storage inventory (2013-07-23),

3. 8426071 - Method and apparatus for separating liquid from a gas stream (2013-04-23),

4. 8394154 - Counter-current oxidation and steam methane reforming process and reactor therefor (2013-03-12),

5. 8360117 - System and method for monitoring a ground connection (2013-01-29),

6. 8354081 - Portable fuel processor apparatus and enclosure and method of installing same (2013-01-15),

7. 8324413 - Low melting point triglycerides for use in fuels (2012-12-04),

8. 8308827 - Diesel fuel composition (2012-11-13),

9. 8297355 - Using heat from produced fluids of oil and gas operations to produce energy (2012-10-30),

10. 8260464 - Architectural hierarchy of control for a fuel processor (2012-09-04),

11. 8241374 - Fluidized bed system for single step reforming for the production of hydrogen (2012-08-14),

12. 8211387 - Anode tailgas oxidizer (2012-07-03),

13. 8210214 - Apparatus and method for providing hydrogen at a high pressure (2012-07-03),

14. 8177545 - Method for operating a combustor having a catalyst bed (2012-05-15),

15. 8119299 - Coolant system for fuel processor (2012-02-21),

Texaco Inc., headquartered in San Ramon, California, specializes in hydrogen production technologies that are pivotal for the energy sector. The company focuses on innovative solutions in hydrogen production, including steam reforming and gasification processes, alongside advancements in fuel processing and combustion systems. Texaco's expertise extends to hydrogen storage and energy generation, positioning it as a key player in the transition towards cleaner energy solutions. Its research and development efforts are aimed at enhancing efficiency and sustainability in hydrogen applications.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

3,161 Patents

#1 in San Ramon, CA

#37 in California

#141 in US

#292 in the World

San Ramon, CA, United States of America

Texaco Inc.

Forward Citations = 44,680

1,476 inventors:

Rodney L Sung (136 out of 137 patents)

John F Knifton (94 out of 214 patents)

Benjamin J Kaufman (77 out of 78 patents)

4. Mitri S Najjar (73 out of 74 patents)

5. George P Speranza (60 out of 157 patents)

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