Chesterfield, MO, United States of America

Ernesto Vera-Castaneda

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents and 6 EPO patents. Top assignees: Mecs, Inc., E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company. Active years: 2013-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ernesto Vera-Castaneda. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ernesto-vera-castaneda

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


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Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.0

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Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2013-2021

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Ernesto Vera-Castaneda

Introduction

Ernesto Vera-Castaneda is a notable inventor based in Chesterfield, MO (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of environmental technology, particularly in the recovery and removal of sulfur dioxide from effluent gases. With a total of seven patents to his name, his work has implications for both industrial processes and environmental sustainability.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents focuses on the regenerative recovery of sulfur dioxide from effluent gases. This invention involves processes for the selective removal of contaminants from these gases. The sulfur dioxide absorption/desorption process utilizes a buffered aqueous absorption solution, which comprises weak inorganic or organic acids or salts. This solution selectively absorbs sulfur dioxide from the effluent gas. The absorbed sulfur dioxide is then stripped to regenerate the absorption solution, producing a sulfur dioxide-enriched gas. Another innovative process he developed allows for the simultaneous removal of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides (NO) from effluent gases. This process also employs a buffered aqueous absorption solution that includes a metal chelate to absorb both sulfur dioxide and NO, subsequently reducing the absorbed NO to form nitrogen. Additionally, he has created a method to control sulfate salt contaminant concentration in the absorption solution through partial crystallization and removal of sulfate salt crystals. His work also includes the removal of sulfate from solvent solutions using an anion exchange resin, which selectively removes divalent sulfur oxyanions from an aqueous solvent.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Ernesto has worked with several prominent companies, including Mecs, Inc. and E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in environmental technologies and innovative processes.

Collaborations

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Conclusion

Ernesto Vera-Castaneda's contributions to the field of environmental technology through his innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to improving industrial processes and promoting sustainability. His work continues to influence the way industries manage effluent gases and recover valuable resources.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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