Balazs Hunek

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 13 published patent applications, plus 5 CIPO patents and 7 EPO patents. Top assignees: Praxair Technology, Inc., Sp Industries, Inc.. Active years: 2012-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 13)

% Patents Active = 78.6

CIPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 4)

EPO Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 14)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 47(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Chicago, IL (US) (2012 - 2017)
Western Springs, IL (US) (2015 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

11 out of 1,461

Praxair Technology, Inc.

Years Active: 2012-2026

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14 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12520854 - System for cooling non-liquid conveyable product (2026-01-13),

2. 11744270 - Cooling particulate material with nitrogen (2023-09-05),

3. 11202457 - Cooling particulate material with nitrogen (2021-12-21),

4. 11076620 - Method and apparatus for producing frozen food products (2021-08-03),

5. 10744468 - System and method for feeding gas into liquid (2020-08-18),

6. 10111453 - Method and apparatus for producing frozen food products (2018-10-30),

7. 9651305 - Lyophilization system and method (2017-05-16),

8. 9453675 - Method of inducing nucleation of a material (2016-09-27),

9. 9200836 - Lyophilization system and method (2015-12-01),

10. 9181521 - Bioreactor with upward flowing impeller system for use in a mammalian cell culture process (2015-11-10),

11. 8793895 - Lyophilization system and method (2014-08-05),

12. 8241904 - System and method for controlling a mammalian cell culture process (2012-08-14),

13. 8240065 - Freeze-dryer and method of controlling the same (2012-08-14),

14. 8178318 - Method for controlling pH, osmolality and dissolved carbon dioxide levels in a mammalian cell culture process to enhance cell viability and biologic product yield (2012-05-15),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Balazs Hunek

Introduction

Balazs Hunek is a prominent inventor based in Chicago, IL, known for his significant contributions to the field of material cooling technologies. With a total of 13 patents to his name, Hunek has made a notable impact in his industry through innovative solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method for cooling particulate material with nitrogen. This invention involves passing a coolant stream of liquid nitrogen into the particulate material, where a gaseous product surrounds at least a portion of the liquid nitrogen. The coolant stream is formed outside the particulate material in a nozzle body, from which it is then introduced into the material. This innovative approach enhances the efficiency of cooling processes in various applications.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Balazs Hunek has worked with esteemed companies such as Praxair Technology, Inc. and SP Industries, Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in material cooling technologies.

Collaborations

Hunek has collaborated with notable professionals in his field, including Theodore Hall Gasteyer and Nigel Grinter. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Balazs Hunek's work exemplifies the spirit of innovation in material science. His contributions through patents and collaborations continue to influence the industry positively.