Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2000-2001
Title: Kari Kaariainen: Innovator in Polymer and Hydrocarbon Technologies
Introduction
Kari Kaariainen is a notable inventor based in Vantaa, Finland. She has made significant contributions to the fields of polymer science and hydrocarbon processing. With a total of 2 patents, her work focuses on innovative methods that enhance the efficiency of material recovery and conversion processes.
Latest Patents
Kari's latest patents include a method for the removal and recovery of lactide from polylactide. This invention relates to a process that efficiently extracts lactide from polylactide and recovers it from a lactide-containing gas. The method involves cooling the hot lactide-containing gas, allowing the polymer melt to form thin threads. This increases the surface area, enabling rapid evaporation of lactide into a hot carrier-gas flow. The lactide crystallizes from the gas when cooled below 100°C, resulting in the formation of lactide crystals that can be separated from the gas.
Another significant patent is a method based on a fluidized-bed reactor for converting hydrocarbons. This invention describes a process where gaseous or liquid hydrocarbon feed is introduced into a circulating fluidized-bed reactor. The feed is converted at high temperatures with the help of particulate matter in a fluidized state. The resulting hydrocarbon products are then removed from the reactor in a gaseous phase. The design of the reactor includes an axially annular cross-section and a multiport cyclone for effective separation of particulate matter from the gas-phase reaction products.
Career Highlights
Throughout her career, Kari has worked with prominent companies such as Neste Oy and Fortum Oil & Gas Oy. Her experience in these organizations has allowed her to develop and refine her innovative approaches to polymer and hydrocarbon technologies.
Collaborations
Kari has collaborated with notable professionals in her field, including Seppo Kalervo Ruottu and Jyrki Hiltunen. These collaborations have contributed to her success and the advancement of her inventions.
Conclusion
Kari Kaariainen is a pioneering inventor whose work in polymer and hydrocarbon technologies has led to significant advancements in material recovery and conversion processes. Her innovative patents reflect her commitment to enhancing efficiency in these critical areas.