Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2017-2019
Title: Innovations by Alba Adriana Vallejo Cardona
Introduction
Alba Adriana Vallejo Cardona is a prominent inventor based in Mexico City, Mexico. She has made significant contributions to the field of chemical engineering, particularly in the development of processes involving amino acids. With a total of 2 patents, her work showcases innovative solutions to complex problems in the industry.
Latest Patents
Her latest patents include a "Process for obtaining ionic amino acid esters." This invention provides efficient methods for preparing ionic amino acid esters through a single reaction step. The process involves reacting a natural or synthetic unprotected amino acid with an aliphatic, branched, or aromatic fatty alcohol, in the presence of an organic acid catalyst, under controlled heating conditions. The resulting product is then cooled and recrystallized from ethanol.
Another notable patent is the "Process for demulsification of crude oil in water emulsions by means of natural or synthetic amino acid-based demulsifiers." This invention focuses on breaking oil-in-water emulsions and separating water from crude oil emulsions using surfactants derived from amino acids. The method demonstrates high efficiency in removing water from crude oil, significantly enhancing the production of dehydrated crude oil for further processing.
Career Highlights
Alba works at the Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo, where she applies her expertise in chemical processes to advance the field of petroleum engineering. Her innovative approaches have garnered attention and recognition within the industry.
Collaborations
She collaborates with notable colleagues, including Jorge Arturo Aburto Anell and Romeo Jesus Reyes Avila, contributing to various projects that aim to improve oil processing techniques.
Conclusion
Alba Adriana Vallejo Cardona's contributions to the field of chemical engineering through her patents reflect her commitment to innovation and efficiency. Her work not only addresses current challenges in the industry but also paves the way for future advancements.