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Laramie, WY, United States of America

Western Research Institute

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USPTO Granted Patents = 14

Forward Citations = 491

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25 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Norman W Merriam (4 out of 4 patents)

silverMedal Chang Y Cha (4 out of 43 patents)

bronzeMedal Jean-Pascal Planche (2 out of 7 patents)

4.  Jeramie Joseph Adams (2 out of 7 patents)

5.  John E Boysen (2 out of 2 patents)

6.  Glenn M Mason (2 out of 2 patents)

7.  Vijay K Sethi (2 out of 10 patents)

8.  Lee E Brecher (1 out of 6 patents)

9.  Lewis J Noe (1 out of 2 patents)

10.  John M Bowen (1 out of 2 patents)

11.  Russell Renk (1 out of 1 patent)

12.  Bruce C Sudduth (1 out of 2 patents)

13.  Jan F Branthaver (1 out of 1 patent)

14.  Jer Y Shang (1 out of 3 patents)

15.  Gerald Gardner (1 out of 1 patent)


14 patents:

1. 12644053 - Asphalt materials from wind turbine blades and other composite materials (2026-06-02),
2. 12076663 - Methods for modulating petroleum-based hydrocarbons using amines (2024-09-03),
3. 5406193 - Hot gas in-situ monitoring probe (1995-04-11),
4. 5403365 - Process for low mercury coal (1995-04-04),
5. 5322530 - Process for clean-burning fuel from low-rank coal (1994-06-21),
6. 5198084 - Low-cost process for hydrogen production (1993-03-30),
7. 5171406 - Fluidized bed selective pyrolysis of coal (1992-12-15),
8. 5087269 - Inclined fluidized bed system for drying fine coal (1992-02-11),
9. 5085838 - Thermal modification of asbestos (1992-02-04),
10. 5041209 - Process for removing heavy metal compounds from heavy crude oil (1991-08-20),
11. 4988376 - Glassification of lead and silica solid waste (1991-01-29),
12. 4971702 - Selenium adsorption process (1990-11-20),
13. 4848460 - Contained recovery of oily waste (1989-07-18),
14. 4802761 - Optical-fiber raman spectroscopy used for remote in-situ environmental (1989-02-07),
Company Overview
Western Research Institute, based in Laramie, Wyoming, specializes in applied research and technology development across various sectors, including energy, environmental science, and advanced materials. The organization focuses on innovative solutions that address complex challenges, leveraging its expertise to support both public and private sector initiatives. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Western Research Institute plays a pivotal role in advancing technologies that contribute to economic growth and environmental stewardship.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Nov 3 2026

14 Patents

#3 in Laramie, WY

#23 in Wyoming

#22,341 in US

#42,293 in the World

Laramie, WY (US)
Laramie, WY, United States of America

Western Research Institute

Forward Citations = 491

25 inventors:

goldMedal Norman W Merriam (4 out of 4 patents)

silverMedal Chang Y Cha (4 out of 43 patents)

bronzeMedal Jean-Pascal Planche (2 out of 7 patents)

4.  Jeramie Joseph Adams (2 out of 7 patents)

5.  John E Boysen (2 out of 2 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Western Research Institute. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/western-research-institute

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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