This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Atochem. Active years: 1990.
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Years Active: 1990
Title: Bernard Gilot: Innovator in Spinel Oxides
Introduction
Bernard Gilot is a notable inventor based in Toulouse, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of spinel oxides. His work has implications for various industrial applications, including catalysis.
Latest Patents
Bernard Gilot holds a patent for .gamma.-Fe.sub.2 O.sub.3 /Fe.sub.3 O.sub.4 spinels. This patent describes oxides with a spinel structure of .gamma.-Fe.sub.2 O.sub.3 /Fe.sub.3 O.sub.4 type, which are substituted by trivalent and monovalent metals or doped with non-spinel derivatives. These materials are particularly well-suited as dehydrogenation catalysts, such as for converting ethylbenzene into styrene. The preparation method involves thermally decomposing mixed iron, aluminum, and potassium salts, notably oxalates, in the presence of air. The product is then reduced at temperatures below 400°C, often in the presence of steam and hydrogen, with optional oxidation of the reduction product. Additionally, oxides of .beta.-alumina structure are produced.
Career Highlights
Bernard Gilot has worked at Atochem, where he has been able to apply his innovative ideas in a practical setting. His research has led to advancements in the understanding and application of spinel oxides in catalysis.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Abel C Rousset and Belaid Maachi, contributing to a rich exchange of ideas and advancements in their field.
Conclusion
Bernard Gilot's work in the development of spinel oxides represents a significant advancement in materials science. His innovative approach to catalysis continues to influence the industry.