Darwin Edward Kiel

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, plus 11 CIPO patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Oil Separation Technologies. Top assignees: Suncor Energy Inc., Exxonmobil Upstream Research Company, Nova Gas Transmission Ltd.. Active years: 2000-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Darwin Edward Kiel. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/darwin-edward-kiel

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 17 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 58.8

CIPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.7

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 115(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Burnaby, CA (2002)
New Westminster, CA (2000 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

Exxonmobil Upstream Research Company

patents

3 out of 4

Nova Gas Transmission Ltd.

patents

4. 2 out of 1,780

Exxonmobil Research and Engineering Company

patents

5. 2 out of 479

Nova Chemicals (International) S.a.

Years Active: 2000-2016

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Areas of Expertise:

Separation Vessel

Feed Delivery System

Bitumen Extraction

Fluid Bed Reactors

Optical Flow Meter

Polymerization Process

Scrubber

Chemical Reactor

Flow Conveying

Oil Sands

Gravity Separation

Fluid Injection

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9283499 - Feedwell system for a separation vessel (2016-03-15),

2. 9089797 - Feed delivery system for a solid-liquid separation vessel (2015-07-28),

3. 9084947 - Apparatus and methods for conveying a flow of oil-containing liquid into an oil separation skim tank, and skim tanks including the same (2015-07-21),

4. 9004294 - Feedwell for a gravity separation vessel (2015-04-14),

5. 8999246 - Fluid injection nozzle for fluid bed reactors (2015-04-07),

6. 8968579 - System, apparatus and process for extraction of bitumen from oil sands (2015-03-03),

7. 8800784 - System, apparatus and process for extraction of bitumen from oil sands (2014-08-12),

8. 8591724 - Feed delivery system for a solid-liquid separation vessel (2013-11-26),

9. 8550258 - Feedwell for a gravity separation vessel (2013-10-08),

10. 8225944 - System, apparatus and process for extraction of bitumen from oil sands (2012-07-24),

11. 8096425 - System, apparatus and process for extraction of bitumen from oil sands (2012-01-17),

12. 8066949 - Scrubber for fluid coker unit (2011-11-29),

13. 6429926 - Optical flow meter capable of operating with a variable refractive index (2002-08-06),

14. 6319996 - Polymerization process using a dual shear mixing element (2001-11-20),

15. 6275284 - Pipeline optical flow meter (2001-08-14),

Title: Darwin Edward Kiel – Innovator at Suncor Energy Inc.

Introduction

Darwin Edward Kiel is a notable figure in the field of energy innovations, based in California. Although he holds no patents to his name, his work at Suncor Energy Inc. significantly contributes to advancements in the energy sector.

Latest Patents

Currently, Darwin Edward Kiel does not have any patents registered. However, his involvement in various innovative projects within Suncor Energy Inc. plays a crucial role in the company’s objectives.

Career Highlights

Darwin is employed at Suncor Energy Inc., where he collaborates with a dedicated team focused on finding sustainable solutions for energy production. His professional journey is characterized by a commitment to excellence in the energy field, despite the absence of patent registrations.

Collaborations

At Suncor Energy Inc., Darwin works alongside talented colleagues, including John Khai-Quang Diep and Bradford E Bjornson. Their joint efforts collectively enhance the company's research and development initiatives.

Conclusion

In summary, Darwin Edward Kiel may not have patents to showcase, but his role at Suncor Energy Inc. and collaborations with skilled coworkers exemplify his dedication to innovation in the energy sector. His work remains integral to the company's mission of advancing energy solutions.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.