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Chicago, IL, United States of America

Robert L Bunting, Jr

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Uop Lcc. Active years: 1998-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Robert L Bunting, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/robert-l-bunting-jr

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 8 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 38(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Des Plaines, IL (US) (2014)
  • Chicago, IL (US) (1998 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 5,591 
 
Uop Lcc
 patents

Years Active: 1998-2022

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11298669 - Scale collection device for downflow reactors (2022-04-12),
2. 10556212 - Scale collection device for downflow reactors (2020-02-11),
3. 10549249 - Scale collection device for downflow reactors (2020-02-04),
4. 10537866 - Scale collection device for downflow reactors (2020-01-21),
5. 8921627 - Production of diesel fuel from biorenewable feedstocks using non-flashing quench liquid (2014-12-30),
6. 8900443 - Method for multi-staged hydroprocessing using quench liquid (2014-12-02),
7. 8323591 - Method of fabricating a mixing chamber and a reactor relating thereto (2012-12-04),
8. 5837208 - Hydroprocessing reactor mixer/distributor (1998-11-17),

Title: Innovations of Robert L Bunting, Jr.

Introduction

Robert L Bunting, Jr. is a notable inventor based in Chicago, IL, with a significant contribution to the field of engineering. He holds a total of 8 patents, showcasing his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a scale collection device for downflow reactors. This invention involves a device located within the downflow reactor head, designed to remove solids from feed streams. The goal is to increase reactor operating cycle time without impacting the effective reactor space for catalyst loading. More specifically, the device features a filtering zone situated in the upper portion of a reactor vessel, positioned above a rough liquid distribution tray and a vapor-liquid distribution tray.

Career Highlights

Robert L Bunting, Jr. is currently associated with UOP LLC, where he continues to innovate and contribute to the field. His work has been instrumental in enhancing reactor efficiency and performance.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Zhanping Xu and Steven J Lesniak, further enriching his professional experience and contributions to the industry.

Conclusion

Robert L Bunting, Jr. exemplifies the spirit of innovation through his patents and contributions to engineering. His work continues to impact the field positively, demonstrating the importance of creativity and problem-solving in technology.

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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