Center Valley, PA, United States of America

Michael B Carroll

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 12 EPO patents, primarily in Lubricant Production. Top assignees: Exxonmobil Research and Engineering Company, Mobil Oil Corporation. Active years: 1981-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael B Carroll. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-b-carroll

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

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USPTO Granted Patents = 22 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 7)

EPO Patents = 12 (Patent Applications = 17)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.8

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 172(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Baton Rouge, LA (US) (2003)
Micco, FL (US) (2011)
Mantua, NJ (US) (1981 - 2016)
Center Valley, PA (US) (2009 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

17 out of 1,780

Exxonmobil Research and Engineering Company

patents

4 out of 5,942

Mobil Oil Corporation

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1981-2021

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Areas of Expertise:

Lubricant Compositions

Base Stocks

Deasphalting

Hydroprocessing

Distillate Fuels

Viscosity Index

Polarity Gradient Extraction

Integrated Upgrading

Diesel Fuel Production

Gutter Relief Valve

Extraction Process

Catalytic Production

22 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11060040 - Base stocks and lubricant compositions containing same (2021-07-13),

2. 10947464 - Integrated resid deasphalting and gasification (2021-03-16),

3. 10808185 - Bright stock production from low severity resid deasphalting (2020-10-20),

4. 10590360 - Bright stock production from deasphalted oil (2020-03-17),

5. 10550341 - Sequential deasphalting for base stock production (2020-02-04),

6. 10400185 - Base stocks and lubricant compositions containing same (2019-09-03),

7. 10287516 - Block processing configurations for base stock production from deasphalted oil (2019-05-14),

8. 9902913 - Basestock production from feeds containing solvent extracts (2018-02-27),

9. 9719034 - Co-production of lubricants and distillate fuels (2017-08-01),

10. 9587184 - Lubricant base oil hydroprocessing and blending (2017-03-07),

11. 9394494 - Production of lubricating oil basestocks (2016-07-19),

12. 9212325 - Diesel fuel production during lubricant base oil hydroprocessing (2015-12-15),

13. 8524069 - Production of high viscosity index lube base oils (2013-09-03),

14. D630299 - Gutter relief valve (2011-01-04),

15. 7594991 - All catalytic medicinal white oil production (2009-09-29),

Title: Michael B. Carroll: A Leader in Lubricant Innovations

Introduction

Michael B. Carroll, based in Center Valley, PA, is a distinguished inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 21 patents. His contributions have significantly advanced the field of lubricants and fuels, underpinned by innovative systems and methods that enhance production processes.

Latest Patents

Two of his most recent patents include "Base stocks and lubricant compositions containing same" and "Integrated resid deasphalting and gasification." The first patent outlines a method for 'block' operation during the production of lubricants and fuels from deasphalted oil. This innovative approach enables the splitting of deasphalted oil into multiple fractions, leading to the development of unexpected base stock compositions suitable for various feed fractions.

The second patent focuses on the integration of deasphalted resid as a feedstock for producing fuels and lubricant base stocks, leveraging gasification to generate hydrogen and other fuels. This synergy not only optimizes heat sources during solvent processing but also enhances the hydroprocessing of deasphalted oil, showcasing the efficiency of resource integration.

Career Highlights

Michael B. Carroll has held significant roles at notable companies in the industry, including ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company and Mobil Oil Corporation. His work in these organizations has been pivotal in shaping new technologies that address the challenges of lubricant production.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Carroll has collaborated with prominent colleagues, including Timothy Lee Hilbert and Stuart S. Shih. These partnerships have facilitated the exchange of ideas and innovation, helping drive advancements in their shared field of expertise.

Conclusion

Michael B. Carroll is a prominent figure in the development of innovative lubricant technologies. His extensive patent portfolio and collaborations with industry leaders reflect a commitment to advancing the field, ensuring the continued evolution of effective and efficient lubricant production processes.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.