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Multi-lobed porous ceramic body and process for making the same

US8871677B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 12, 2011
Grant dateOct 28, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 12, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01J35/56
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A carrier having at least three lobes, a first end, a second end, a wall between the ends and a non-uniform radius of transition at the intersection of an end and the wall is disclosed. A catalyst comprising the carrier, silver and promoters deposited on the carrier and useful for the epoxidation of olefins is also disclosed. A method for making the carrier, a method for making the catalyst and a process for epoxidation of an olefin with the catalyst are also disclosed.

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