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La Reina, Chile

Ricardo Badilla Ohlbaum

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Biosigma S.a.. Active years: 2009-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ricardo Badilla Ohlbaum. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ricardo-badilla-ohlbaum

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 6 

% Patents Active = 50.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 8(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Colina, CL (2009)
  • La Reina, CL (2010 - 2013)
  • Santiago, CL (2014)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 14 
 
Biosigma S.a.
 patents

Years Active: 2009-2014

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8728785 - Additive for bioleaching that is substantially made up of the Licanantase lipoprotein, and bioleaching process to which this additive is added to increase the recovery of copper (2014-05-20),
2. 8470569 - Hydrometallurgical procedure for the production of ferric-sulfate from fayalite slag (2013-06-25),
3. 8207324 - Array of nucleotidic sequences for the detection and identification of genes that codify proteins with activities relevant in biotechnology present in a microbiological sample, and method for using this array (2012-06-26),
4. 7915031 - DNA fragments array from biomining microorganisms and method for detection of them (2011-03-29),
5. 7837760 - Process to increase the bioleaching speed of ores or concentrates of sulfide metal species, by means of continuous inoculation with leaching solution that contains isolated microorganisms, with or without presence of native microorganisms (2010-11-23),
6. 7601530 - Bacteria strain wenelen DSM 16786, use of said bacteria for leaching of ores or concentrates containing metallic sulfide mineral species and leaching processes based on the use of said bacteria or mixtures that contain said bacteria (2009-10-13),

Title: Innovations of Ricardo Badilla Ohlbaum

Introduction

Ricardo Badilla Ohlbaum is a notable inventor based in La Reina, Chile. He has made significant contributions to the field of bioleaching and hydrometallurgy, holding a total of six patents. His work focuses on improving the recovery of copper from sulfide ores and the production of ferric sulfate from fayalite slag.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is an additive for bioleaching that is primarily composed of the Licanantase lipoprotein. This innovative additive enhances the recovery of copper from sulfide ores when combined with a sulfuric acid solution with a pH of 0.8 to 3. The invention allows for increased copper recoveries ranging from 5 to 20%. Another significant patent involves a hydrometallurgical procedure for producing ferric sulfate from fayalite slag. This process utilizes smelter slags generated in copper smelting plants, establishing a method for industrial application that has not been previously documented.

Career Highlights

Ricardo works at Biosigma S.A., where he applies his expertise in bioleaching and hydrometallurgical processes. His innovative approaches have the potential to revolutionize the mining industry by improving efficiency and sustainability in metal recovery.

Collaborations

He collaborates with notable colleagues such as Pilar A Parada Valdecantos and Pedro Antonio Morales Cerda, contributing to advancements in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Ricardo Badilla Ohlbaum's contributions to bioleaching and hydrometallurgy highlight his role as a leading inventor in the mining sector. His innovative patents demonstrate a commitment to enhancing metal recovery processes, which could have lasting impacts on the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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