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Westfield, NJ, United States of America

David J Yates

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Exxon Research and Engineering Company. Active years: 1976-1986.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: David J Yates. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/david-j-yates

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 10 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 213(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Westfield, NJ (US) (1976 - 1978)
  • Bernards Township, Somerset County, NJ (US) (1979)
  • West Millington, NJ (US) (1979)
  • W. Millington, NJ (US) (1986)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 4,227 
 
Exxon Research and Engineering Company
 patents

Years Active: 1976-1986

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 4565683 - Production of carbon filaments (1986-01-21),
2. 4172817 - Process for reactivating an iridium-containing catalyst (1979-10-30),
3. 4160745 - Method of preparing highly active nickel catalysts and catalysts (1979-07-10),
4. 4142962 - Hydrogenation and hydrocracking with highly dispersed supported nickel (1979-03-06),
5. 4073750 - Method for preparing a highly dispersed supported nickel catalyst (1978-02-14),
6. 3981823 - Regeneration of iridium-containing catalysts (1976-09-21),
7. 3980589 - Method for preparing a catalyst comprising ruthenium supported on a (1976-09-14),
8. 3943052 - Regeneration procedure (1976-03-09),
9. 3941682 - Regeneration procedure (1976-03-02),
10. 3937660 - Regeneration procedure for iridium-containing catalyst (1976-02-10),

Title: The Innovations of David J. Yates

Introduction

David J. Yates is a notable inventor based in Westfield, NJ, with a remarkable portfolio of 10 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in chemical processes and materials science, contributing significantly to the field.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Yates has developed a method for producing carbon filaments. This method involves dissociating a carbon-containing gas at approximately 800°C in the presence of iron monoxide, which can be generated by treating pure iron with steam at around 540°C. Another significant invention is a process for reactivating an iridium-containing catalyst. This process enhances the treatment of catalysts comprised of iridium and other metals, particularly in hydroconversion reactions. The innovation allows for a more efficient reactivation of the catalyst by achieving high agglomeration of iridium prior to reduction and halogenation treatments.

Career Highlights

David J. Yates is currently associated with Exxon Research and Engineering Company, where he continues to push the boundaries of innovation in chemical engineering. His contributions have been instrumental in developing new technologies that improve efficiency and effectiveness in various industrial applications.

Collaborations

Yates has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Walter S. Kmak and Lawrence L. Murrell, further enhancing the impact of his work through teamwork and shared expertise.

Conclusion

David J. Yates exemplifies the spirit of innovation through his significant contributions to the field of chemical engineering. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology and improving industrial processes.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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