This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Saudi Arabian Oil Company. Active years: 2023-2024.
Location History:
- Cambridge, MA (US) (2023)
- Gardner, MA (US) (2024)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2023-2024
Title: Innovations by Douglas P. Theberge
Introduction
Douglas P. Theberge is an accomplished inventor based in Cambridge, MA. He holds 2 patents that contribute significantly to the field of chemical processing. His work primarily focuses on methods for processing polyolefins and whole crude oils.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Methods for processing polyolefins." This method involves contacting solid polyolefins with a solid catalyst to create a reaction mixture. The solid catalyst can be selected from zeolites, microporous aluminosilicates, alumina, or combinations thereof. The solid polyolefins may include polyethylene, polypropylene, or their combinations. The method also entails mechanically agitating the reaction mixture to produce olefin-containing hydrocarbon polymers, which are then separated from the solid catalyst. These polymers contain a carbon-carbon double bond in their hydrocarbon backbone.
Another significant patent is "Methods of processing whole crude oils that include sulfur." This method describes processing a whole crude oil feed stream by passing it into a fluid catalytic cracking unit. The feed stream is contacted with an adsorbent material and a cracking catalyst. The adsorbent material is designed to adsorb a portion of the sulfur from the crude oil feed stream. Additionally, a portion of the crude oil is catalytically cracked to produce coke on the cracking catalyst. The method further includes passing the adsorbent material and cracking catalyst to a regenerator, where they contact an oxygen-containing gas to remove sulfur and combust the coke.
Career Highlights
Douglas P. Theberge is currently employed at the Saudi Arabian Oil Company, where he applies his expertise in chemical processing. His innovative approaches have made a notable impact in the industry.
Collaborations
He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Seth A. Sharber and Sufeng Cao, contributing to advancements in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Douglas P. Theberge's contributions to the field of chemical processing through his patents demonstrate his innovative spirit and commitment to advancing technology. His work continues to influence the industry positively.