Bernard Torck

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Olefins Processing. Top assignees: Institut Francais Du Pe'trole, Elf France. Active years: 1977-2001.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Bernard Torck. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/bernard-torck

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.4

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 302(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Chatou, FR (1977)
Boulogne sur Seine, FR (1981 - 2001)

Company Filing History:

18 out of 2,424

Institut Francais Du Pe'trole

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1977-2001

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Areas of Expertise:

Olefinic C4 Cuts

Polyisobutene

Aliphatic Alkylation

Liquid Catalyst

Etherification

High Octane Gasoline

Hydrocarbon Cuts

Oligomerization

18 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 6207115 - Process and plant for the conversion of olefinic C4 cuts to polyisobutene and to propylene (2001-03-27),

2. 6159433 - Plant for the conversion of olefinic C.sub.4 and C.sub.5 cuts to an (2000-12-12),

3. 6096939 - Aliphatic alkylation utilizing a liquid catalyst (2000-08-01),

4. 5898091 - Process and plant for the conversion of olefinic C.sub.4 and C.sub.5 (1999-04-27),

5. 5877365 - Process and plant for the conversion of olefinic C.sub.4 cuts to (1999-03-02),

6. 5849978 - Liquid catalyst for aliphatic alkylation (1998-12-15),

7. 4664675 - Process for upgrading olefinic gasolines by etherification (1987-05-12),

8. 4647703 - Process for producing a hydrocarbon cut of high octane number by (1987-03-03),

9. 4395580 - Process for producing an olefin by decomposition of the corresponding (1983-07-26),

10. 4366327 - Process for producing ethers by reacting olefins with alcohols (1982-12-28),

11. 4361422 - Hydrogenation and etherification of an unsaturated C.sub.5 hydrocarbon (1982-11-30),

12. 4324924 - Process for removing isobutene from a C.sub.4 cut and producing methyl (1982-04-13),

13. 4310710 - Process for manufacturing and recovering methyl tert.butyl ether (1982-01-12),

14. 4270929 - Process for producing gasoline of high octane number, in particular (1981-06-02),

15. 4268701 - Process for producing high octane gasoline and particularly lead-free (1981-05-19),

Title: The Innovations of Bernard Torck

Introduction

Bernard Torck is a notable inventor based in Boulogne sur Seine, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of chemical engineering, particularly in the conversion processes of olefinic cuts. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Torck's work has had a substantial impact on the industry.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a process and plant for the conversion of olefinic C4 cuts to polyisobutene and propylene. This innovative process involves three successive steps: selective hydrogenation of diolefins with simultaneous isomerisation of 1-butene to 2-butenes, polymerisation of isobutene, and metathesis of 2-butene with ethylene. Additionally, he has developed a plant for converting olefinic C4 and C5 cuts to alkyl-tertiobutylether or alkyl-tertioamylether and propylene, which includes four stages: selective hydrogenation, etherification of isoolefins, elimination of oxygen-containing impurities, and metathesis of internal olefins with ethylene.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Bernard Torck has worked with prestigious organizations such as the Institut Français Du Pétrole and Elf France. His expertise in chemical processes has led to advancements that benefit various sectors within the industry.

Collaborations

Torck has collaborated with notable professionals in his field, including Michel Hellin and Jean Cosyns. These partnerships have fostered innovation and contributed to the success of his projects.

Conclusion

Bernard Torck's contributions to the field of chemical engineering through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a significant inventor. His work continues to influence the industry and pave the way for future innovations.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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