Shi-Ming Wu

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Lubricant Additives. Top assignees: Mobil Oil Corporation, Mobile Oil Corporation. Active years: 1990-1996.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shi-Ming Wu. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shi-ming-wu

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 20

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 79(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

19 out of 5,942

Mobil Oil Corporation

patents

1 out of 35

Mobile Oil Corporation

patents

Years Active: 1990-1996

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Areas of Expertise:

Antiwear Additives

Antioxidant Formulations

Multifunctional Additives

Lubricant Compositions

Carboxylic Acid Products

Aryl Sulfonic Acids

Heterocyclic Derivatives

Dispersant Additives

Phosphite Adducts

Thiadiazole Compounds

Diacyl Halides

Olefins

20 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 5574184 - Antiwear and antioxidant additives (1996-11-12),

2. 5512189 - Antiwear and antioxidant additives (1996-04-30),

3. 5503758 - Antiwear and antioxidant additives (1996-04-02),

4. 5496382 - Amide/ester heterocyclic derivatives of hydrocarbylsuccinic anhydrides (1996-03-05),

5. 5456731 - Carboxylic acid/ester products as multifunctional additives for fuels (1995-10-10),

6. 5405545 - Antiwear and antioxidant additives (1995-04-11),

7. 5399276 - Lubricant composition containing the reaction product of an olefinic (1995-03-21),

8. 5362411 - Antirust/dispersant additive for lubricants (1994-11-08),

9. 5352377 - Carboxylic acid/ester products as multifunctional additives for (1994-10-04),

10. 5348674 - Amide/ester heterocyclic derivatives of hydrocarbylsuccinic anhydrides (1994-09-20),

11. 5348671 - Lubricant compositions containing arylsulfonic acids, and organo (1994-09-20),

12. 5346637 - Antiwear additives (1994-09-13),

13. 5279751 - Reaction products of sulfur-containing diacyl halides with (1994-01-18),

14. 5254276 - Diol phosphite adducts of olefins as multifunctional lubricants and (1993-10-19),

15. 5171861 - Thiadiazole-aryl sulfonate reaction products as multifunctional (1992-12-15),

Title: Shi-Ming Wu: Innovator in Lubricant Additives

Introduction: Shi-Ming Wu, based in Newtown, Pennsylvania, is a prominent inventor with a remarkable portfolio that includes 20 patents. His contributions to the field of lubricant additives showcase his expertise and dedication to innovation.

Latest Patents: Wu's latest inventions focus on antiwear and antioxidant additives. He developed a lubricant additive characterized by its antiwear and antioxidant properties, which is the reaction product of a sulfur-containing carboxylic acid and an etheramine. Notably, he utilized 3,3'-thiodipropionic acid and N-isoeicosyloxypropyl-1,3-diaminopropane, which are then post-reacted with aliphatic alcohols. These innovative formulations contain various functional groups, such as esters, amides, and phosphonates. Another significant patent involves a reaction product useful as an antiwear or antioxidant additive in lubricants, made by reacting 3,3'-thiodipropionic acid with a phosphorodithioate.

Career Highlights: Wu's career includes significant experience with notable companies, particularly Mobil Oil Corporation and Mobile Oil Corporation. His work in these organizations has allowed him to contribute to advancements in lubricant technology.

Collaborations: During his professional journey, Wu has worked alongside talented individuals such as Andrew G. Horodysky and Derek A. Law. Their collaborative efforts have strengthened the innovations in lubricant additives and have enriched the field with their combined expertise.

Conclusion: Shi-Ming Wu's contributions to the field of lubricant additives, characterized by his impressive patent portfolio, highlight his status as a leading inventor. His ongoing innovations continue to enhance the effectiveness and performance of lubricants in various applications.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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