This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: L'air Liquide,societe Anonyme Pour L'etude Et L'exploitation Des Procedes Georges Claude. Active years: 2001-2002.
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Years Active: 2001-2002
Title: Michel Viardot: Innovator in Combustion Processes
Introduction
Michel Viardot is a notable inventor based in Paris, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of combustion processes, particularly in applications related to cement manufacturing and metallurgy. With a total of 2 patents, Viardot's work has implications across various industries.
Latest Patents
Viardot's latest patents include a combustion process applicable to the manufacture of cement. This innovative process is designed to utilize fuels that are difficult to ignite. It involves creating a flame with a primary zone and a secondary zone. The hot primary zone is generated using an oxy-fuel flame, which preheats the challenging fuel to the appropriate temperature in the secondary zone, where it burns with air to create the main flame. This method has applications in cement, metallurgy, and glass production.
Another significant patent is the process for calcining an ore-based material. In this process, the material is passed through a precalcination device equipped with at least one fuel injector. A fuel injection zone is formed at the outlet, and the at least partially calcined material is then directed into a rotary kiln. This kiln is equipped with a primary combustion unit at its downstream end. An oxygen-rich fluid is injected near the injection zone to supply a portion of the stoichiometric amount of oxygen needed for combustion.
Career Highlights
Viardot has been associated with L'air Liquide Société Anonyme Pour L'étude Et L'exploitation Des Procédés Georges Claude, where he has applied his expertise in combustion processes. His work has been instrumental in advancing technologies that enhance efficiency and effectiveness in industrial applications.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Viardot has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Jacques Dugue and Thierry Borissoff. These collaborations have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the field of combustion.
Conclusion
Michel Viardot's contributions to combustion processes have made a significant impact on various industries, particularly in cement manufacturing and metallurgy. His innovative patents reflect his commitment to advancing technology and improving industrial processes.