This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignees: Sasol Technology Proprietary Limited, Sasol Technology (Pty) Limited. Active years: 2005-2017.
Location History:
- Vanderbijlpark, ZA (2005 - 2010)
- Parys, ZA (2017)
Company Filing History:
3 out of 118 
1 out of 61 
Years Active: 2005-2017
Title: Frederick Gideon Botes: Innovator in Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis
Introduction
Frederick Gideon Botes is a notable inventor based in Vanderbijlpark, South Africa. He has made significant contributions to the field of chemical engineering, particularly in the area of Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. With a total of 4 patents to his name, Botes has developed innovative processes that enhance hydrocarbon synthesis.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents involves a Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process that includes feeding gaseous reactants, such as carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrogen (H), into a reactor containing an iron-based catalyst. The process is characterized by a specific H:CO molar ratio of at least 2:1 and a CO:CO molar ratio of at least 0.5:1. The reactor operates at temperatures ranging from about 260°C to about 300°C, producing both liquid and gaseous products, including hydrocarbons, CO, H, water, and CO.
Another significant patent by Botes relates to a high-temperature Fischer-Tropsch (HTFT) hydrocarbon synthesis process. This process converts a feed of hydrogen and at least one carbon oxide into hydrocarbons, with at least 30% of the mass being hydrocarbons containing five or more carbon atoms. The conversion occurs in the presence of an alkali-promoted iron hydrocarbon synthesis catalyst, ensuring that the reaction mixture contains less than 0.02 mol of alkali per 100 g of iron, with a H:carbon oxide molar ratio of at least 2.
Career Highlights
Botes has worked with prominent companies in the industry, including Sasol Technology Proprietary Limited and Sasol Technology (Pty) Limited. His work has significantly impacted the development of efficient hydrocarbon synthesis processes.
Collaborations
Some of his notable coworkers include Tracy Carolyn Bromfield and Philip Gibson. Their collaborative efforts have contributed to advancements in the field of chemical engineering.
Conclusion
Frederick Gideon Botes is a distinguished inventor whose work in Fischer-Tropsch synthesis has led to innovative processes that enhance hydrocarbon production. His contributions continue to influence the field and demonstrate the importance of innovation in chemical engineering.