This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Chevron U.s.a. Inc.. Active years: 2010-2014.
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Location History:
- Alameda, CA (US) (2012)
- Oakland, CA (US) (2010 - 2014)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2010-2014
Title: John S. Hartono and His Patents in LNG Transport
Introduction
John S. Hartono is an inventor based in Alameda, California. His patent work includes technologies for liquefied natural gas (LNG) transport, storage, and fluid transfer. He is associated with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and holds 5 patents.
Latest Patents
Hartono’s listed patents address systems for managing LNG and transferring fluids between vessels.
“LNG Transport Vessel and Method for Storing and Managing Excess Boil Off Gas Thereon” describes a vessel designed to store excess boil-off gas (BOG) from LNG tanks until it is needed as fuel. The system uses a first-stage receiver and a high-pressure storage tank to collect and hold the gas. A pressure regulator enables passive delivery to the vessel’s combustion equipment when tank pressure is sufficient. If pressure is too low, a compressor can raise it; auxiliary fuel may be used if the stored BOG cannot meet demand.
“Process, Apparatus and Vessel for Transferring Fluids Between Two Structures” concerns transferring fluids, including LNG, between structures such as floating storage and transport vessels. A controllable deployment system positions and supports a fluid conduit for connection to the receiving vessel’s manifold. It operates actively while positioning the conduit and passively during transfer, supporting controlled fluid transfer in open-sea conditions.
Career Highlights
Hartono’s disclosed inventions focus on practical challenges in LNG operations, including managing boil-off gas as a potential fuel and safely connecting vessels for fluid transfer. These technologies address storage, pressure control, equipment coordination, and offshore transfer procedures.
Collaborations
Hartono is associated with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. His listed coworkers include Kenneth W. Sheets Jr. and Paul Martella.
Conclusion
John S. Hartono’s patent portfolio reflects work on LNG vessel systems, with an emphasis on managing boil-off gas and enabling controlled fluid transfers between structures.
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