This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Commissariat a L'energie Atomique Et Aux Energies Alternatives. Active years: 1985-1986.
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Years Active: 1985-1986
Title: The Innovative Contributions of Jean Leloup
Introduction
Jean Leloup is a notable inventor based in Gif sur Yvette, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly through his innovative patents. With a total of 2 patents, Leloup's work focuses on the development of advanced materials and processes.
Latest Patents
Leloup's latest patents include a material containing microaggregates of metals, inorganic compounds, or organometallic compounds. This invention describes a membrane that can be constituted by at least one monomolecular layer of amphiphilic molecules or by amphiphilic molecules adsorbed on a substrate. The microaggregates of the metal or inorganic compound are retained on or in the membrane, which is prepared from a membrane containing a metal ion or a precursor compound. The process involves reacting the ion or precursor compound fixed in the membrane with a reagent to form the desired compound in situ. For instance, the membrane can be made of monomolecular layers of behenic acid, which can be converted into silver behenate through a reaction with silver nitrate. Subsequently, silver microaggregates are formed by reducing the silver behenate using hydrazine.
Another significant patent by Leloup is a process and apparatus for producing alternate monomolecular layers. This invention involves a substrate being passed through the surface of a liquid in a vessel, where a monomolecular layer of a given substance has been spread. The vessel is divided into two compartments, allowing for the deposition of monomolecular layers on the surface of the liquid in each compartment without contact between them. The substrate is then alternately moved between these compartments to achieve the desired layering.
Career Highlights
Jean Leloup is associated with the Commissariat à l'Énergie Atomique et aux Énergies Alternatives, where he has contributed to various research projects. His work has been instrumental in advancing the understanding and application of materials in scientific and industrial contexts.
Collaborations
Leloup has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Andre Barraud and Annie Ruaudel, enhancing the impact of his research through teamwork and shared expertise.
Conclusion
Jean Leloup's innovative patents and contributions to materials science highlight his role as a significant inventor in his field. His work continues to influence advancements in technology and materials development.