Franklin J Zambrano

Title: Franklin J. Zambrano: Inventor of Lightweight Tissue Paper

Introduction

Franklin J. Zambrano is an inventor based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is associated with North Carolina State University. His patent work addresses ways to make tissue paper lighter while preserving the softness, bulk, and strength needed for manufacturing and everyday use.

Latest Patents

Zambrano is associated with 1 patent, titled “Tissue Paper with Reduced Fiber and Methods of Manufacture.” The invention describes lightweight tissue paper with a fiber core containing up to 60% mechanically fibrillated fibers. A retention or drainage aid, such as cationic polyacrylamide polymer, helps facilitate drainage while supporting softness and bulk.

The approach aims to reduce the amount of fiber used in tissue products while maintaining adequate strength for machine runability and consumer use. The patent presents a method for producing tissue with a basis weight below that of many commercially available products without sacrificing important performance characteristics.

Career Highlights

Zambrano’s listed patent highlights his work on tissue-paper composition and manufacturing. By combining mechanically fibrillated fibers with a suitable retention or drainage aid, the invention seeks to balance reduced material use with the properties expected of a practical tissue product.

Collaborations

The patent lists Ronalds W. Gonzalez and Richard A. Venditti among Zambrano’s coworkers. The work is associated with North Carolina State University.

Conclusion

Franklin J. Zambrano’s patent focuses on reducing fiber content in tissue paper while retaining softness, bulk, and usable strength.