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Continuous process for copolymerizing styrene and isobutylene
Assignee: Standard Oil Development Co
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Filing: 1949-09-13
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Granted: 1953-06-30
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Expires: 1969-09-13
Abstract
No abstract record available.
Inventors
- 👤 Bruce R Tegge
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-26 10:00
CPC Classifications
C; C08; C08F; C08F210/00; C08F210/16; C08F10/00; C08F2/00; C08F2/001; C08F2/04; C08F2/06; C08F212/00; C08F212/02; C08F212/04; C08F212/06; C08F212/08; C08F2500/00; C08F2500/03
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
127 words
IN THE PROCESS OF COPOLYMERIZING STYRENE AND ISOBUTYLENE AT A TEMPERATURE OF ABOUT -100* F. TO -140* F. IN THE PRESENCE OF ABOUT 1 TO 5 VOLUMES OF METHYL CHLORIDE PER VOLUME OF REACTANS, AND IN THE PRESNECE OF A FRIEDEL-CRAFTS CATALYST, USING PROPORTION OF REACTANTS TO PRODUCE COPOLYMERS HAVING A COMBINED STYRENE CONTENT OF ABOUT 40 TO 70% BY WRIGHT, THE IMPROVEMENT COMPRISING EFFECTING THE POLYMERIZATION CONTINUOUSLY IN THREE STAGES, IN THE FIRST ONE OF WHICH THE POLYMERIZATION IS CARRIER OUT TO A CONVERSION OF ABOUT 30 TO 70%, IN THE SECOND STAGE TO A TOTAL OF ABOUT 60 TO 90%, AND IN THE THIRD STAGE TO SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION, THE AMOUNT OF SAID CONVERSION BEING CONTROLLED BY ADDING INCREASING AMOUNTS OF CATALYST IN THE SUCCESSIVE STAGES.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
127 words
IN THE PROCESS OF COPOLYMERIZING STYRENE AND ISOBUTYLENE AT A TEMPERATURE OF ABOUT -100* F. TO -140* F. IN THE PRESENCE OF ABOUT 1 TO 5 VOLUMES OF METHYL CHLORIDE PER VOLUME OF REACTANS, AND IN THE PRESNECE OF A FRIEDEL-CRAFTS CATALYST, USING PROPORTION OF REACTANTS TO PRODUCE COPOLYMERS HAVING A COMBINED STYRENE CONTENT OF ABOUT 40 TO 70% BY WRIGHT, THE IMPROVEMENT COMPRISING EFFECTING THE POLYMERIZATION CONTINUOUSLY IN THREE STAGES, IN THE FIRST ONE OF WHICH THE POLYMERIZATION IS CARRIER OUT TO A CONVERSION OF ABOUT 30 TO 70%, IN THE SECOND STAGE TO A TOTAL OF ABOUT 60 TO 90%, AND IN THE THIRD STAGE TO SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION, THE AMOUNT OF SAID CONVERSION BEING CONTROLLED BY ADDING INCREASING AMOUNTS OF CATALYST IN THE SUCCESSIVE STAGES.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1956-06-29 | 1956-12-29 | 1957-06-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1960-06-29 | 1960-12-29 | 1961-06-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1964-06-29 | 1964-12-29 | 1965-06-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |