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10-03-2011 дата публикации

АМПУЛА С ВОДНЫМ ГЕЛЕМ "ФЛОРАТОНИК" (ВАРИАНТЫ)

Номер: RU0000102616U1
Автор: Курилович Вячеслав Геннадьевич, Нефёдов Олег Николаевич
Принадлежит: Общество с ограниченной ответственностью "Флоратоник"

1. Ампула с водным гелем на основе 55%-ного раствора аммиачной селитры, воды и гелирующего комплекса, горлышко пластиковой ампулы имеет герметичный колпачок, а гелирующий комплекс взят в количестве 0,5±0,2 мас.% или 1±0,2 мас.% сверх 100 мас.% указанных ниже компонентов: - раствор аммиачной селитры - 50±0,5 - вода - 50±1. 2. Ампула по п.1, в которой в качестве гелирующего комплекса используется загуститель, полученный путем размола семян природного растения циамопсис с последующим смешением с 5%-ным гидратированным пироантимонатом калия. 3. Ампула с водным гелем на основе 55%-ного раствора аммиачной селитры, 40%-ного раствора натриевой селитры, воды и гелирующего комплекса, горлышко пластиковой ампулы имеет герметичный колпачок, а гелирующий комплекс взят в количестве 0,5±0,2 мас.% или 1±0,2 мас.% сверх 100 мас.% указанных ниже компонентов: - раствор аммиачной селитры - 3,5-8,5 - раствор натриевой селитры - 0,5-2,5 - вода - 96-89. 4. Ампула по п.3 в которой в качестве гелирующего комплекса используется загуститель, полученный путем размола семян природного растения циамопсис с последующим смешением с 5%-ным гидратированным пироантимонатом калия. 5. Ампула с водным гелем на основе 55%-ного раствора аммиачной селитры, 12%-ного раствора калиевой селитры, воды и гелирующего комплекса, горлышко пластиковой ампулы имеет герметичный колпачок, а гелирующий комплекс взят в количестве 0,5±0,2 мас.% или 1±0,2 мас.% сверх 100 мас.% указанных ниже компонентов: - раствор аммиачной селитры - 40±0,5 - раствор калиевой селитры - 10±0,5 - вода - 50±1. 6. Ампула по п.5, в которой в качестве гелирующего комплекса используется загуститель, полученный путем размола семян природного растения циамопсис с последующим смешением с 5%-ным гидратированным пироантимонатом калия. 7. Ампула с водным гелем на основе 55%-ного раствора аммиачной селитры, 27%-ного раствора карбамида и гелирующего комплекса, горлышко пластиковой ампулы имеет герметичный колпачок, а гелирующий комплекс взят в количестве ...

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Номер записи: 1
25-10-2012 дата публикации

Road and soil treatment applications

Номер: US20120267565A1
Автор: Robert Gregory Kerr
Принадлежит: Robert Gregory Kerr

A composition and method for stabilising an unsealed surface, the composition comprising hygroscopic material and one or more cationic or non-ionic emulsions.

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Номер записи: 2
06-12-2012 дата публикации

Method for enhancing soil growth using bio-char

Номер: US20120304719A1
Автор: Mark L. Jarand, Michael Cheiky, Ronald A. Sills
Принадлежит: Cool Planet Energy Systems Inc

A method is described for rendering char from a biomass fractionator apparatus (BMF char) suitable for addition to soil in high concentrations, the method relying on multiple processes comprising removing detrimental hydrocarbons from BMF char, removing adsorbed gases from BMF char, introducing microorganisms to the BMF char, and adjusting sail pH.

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Номер записи: 3
25-04-2013 дата публикации

HYDRATION MAINTENACE APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20130097924A1
Автор: Thrash Tommy K.
Принадлежит: AQUASMART ENTERPRISES, LLC

A material for maintaining hydration in plants, whether potted or in natural soils may include a substrate treated with a binder, securing a layer of hydrating particles thereto. Typical binders may include lignicite, or other naturally occurring materials such as sugars, molasses, corn syrup, gelatin, water, a combination, or the like. Substrates may include natural organic materials or inorganic materials. Various materials can serve as a hydrating, particulate coating. Polyacrylamide has been found to serve well in holding water near plants in a soil. 1. A method of soil amendment , the method comprising:providing a substrate of a first material as granules;coating the granules individually with a binder;providing a second material as a powder, solid and hydrophilic;adhering to the granules individually, with the binder, the powder; anddistributing the granules as an amendment to a soil.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein distributing the granules further comprises distributing the granules proximate a root location corresponding to a plant.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein distributing further comprises distributing the granules in a layer placed in a location selected from under the soil claim 2 , within the soil claim 2 , and on the soil.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the layer is disposed on a surface and the method further comprises covering the layer.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein covering further comprises adding a soil on top of the layer.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first and second materials is selected from a naturally occurring material claim 1 , and the second material is selected from the remaining type thereof.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the first material is selected from an organic material and a non-organic material claim 6 , and the second material is selected from the remaining type thereof.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the binder is selected from a naturally occurring polymer, a synthetic polymer, ...

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Номер записи: 4
06-06-2013 дата публикации

CHEMICAL METHOD AND COMPOSITION FOR SOIL IMPROVEMENT

Номер: US20130140486A1
Автор: BRANGAN C. DAVID, HAWKINS TODD R., VITALE ROBERT W.
Принадлежит: MIDWEST INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY, INC.

A composition for chemical soil improvement includes a synthetic fluid or base oil, a pour point depressant, polyisobutylene, and synthetic fibers, and various combinations thereof. 1about 80% to about 95% by weight synthetic isoalkane;polyisobutylene;synthetic fibers, wherein the synthetic fibers are polypropylene, are about one-quarter inch to about three inches in length; and,polyalkylmethacrylate.. A composition for chemical soil improvement, the composition comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 13/185,821, filed on Jul. 19, 2011, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,313,668, which is a continuation of U.S. Ser. No. 12/696,550, filed Jan. 29, 2010, now U.S. Pat. No. 8,048,333, which claims priority to a provisional patent application filed Jan. 29, 2009, entitled CHEMICAL METHOD FOR SOIL IMPROVEMENT IN COLD REGIONS, having Ser. No. 61/148,216, and to a provisional patent application filed Jan. 25, 2010, entitled A CHEMICAL METHOD FOR SOIL IMPROVEMENT, having Ser. No. 61/297,843, both of which of hereby incorporated by reference.1. Technical FieldThis invention relates to a method of soil improvement and dust control utilizing synthetic fluids and other non-synthetic base oils and various combinations of polyisobutylene, carboxylic acids, pour point depressants, esters, soil/ash, biodegradable fibers, wood chips, and/or synthetic fibers.2. BackgroundMany methods of chemical dust and erosion control, and soil stabilization have been utilized over the years, with various detrimental effects on environment, health, and safety and varying degrees of success. Traditional products used for dust control and soil stabilization consist of used or recycled oil, virgin oils, chlorides, lignins, and emulsifications made with low-grade petroleum resins, asphalt, oil, and pitch.The use of used or recycled petroleum oils has long been employed as a dust control agent. In recent years legislation by most states has curtailed the use of these oils for dust control ...

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Номер записи: 5
13-06-2013 дата публикации

Soil Additives For Promoting Seed Germination, For Prevention of Evaporation and Methods for Use

Номер: US20130145687A1
Автор: CASTAING Jean-Christophe, CHEN Zhiyun, CRISTOBAL Galder, Ji Pengfei, Métivier Pascal
Принадлежит: RHODIA (CHINA) CO LTD

The present invention relates to methods of improving germination rates of plants or crops, and of preventing or arresting water evaporation loss from targeted soil areas by use of soil additives, which allow for improved water utilization by crops, plants, grasses, vegetation, etc. 1. A method of decreasing water evaporation from soil , the method comprising:introducing a bulk additive to a target soil area; andcontacting a top layer of the target soil area with a surface additive.2. The method of wherein the step of introducing the bulk additive to a target soil area comprises applying the bulk additive to the surface of target soil area then mixing the bulk additive into the target soil area at a predetermined depth.3. The method of wherein the step of introducing the bulk additive to a target soil area comprises:preparing a mixture comprising the bulk additive and a pre-mix soil and thereafter contacting the mixture with the target soil area.4. The method of wherein the soil is selected from the group consisting of clay soil claim 1 , sandy soil claim 1 , silty soil claim 1 , peaty soil claim 1 , loamy soil claim 1 , chalky soil and any combination thereof.5. The method of wherein the soil is clay soil.6. The method of wherein the soil is soil characterized by a mean particle diameter (D) of less than or equal to about 50 μm or 25 μm or 5 μm.7. The method of wherein contacting the top layer of soil comprises spraying an aqueous mixture comprising the surface additive onto the soil.8. The method of wherein the aqueous mixture further comprises an adjuvant claim 7 , surfactant claim 7 , fertilizer claim 7 , pesticide claim 7 , or a combination of any of the foregoing.9. The method of wherein the bulk additive is in a semi-dry form.10. The method of wherein the bulk additive is selected from the group consisting of unwashed guar gum claim 1 , washed guar gum claim 1 , polyacrylamide claim 1 , poly(methacrylic acid) claim 1 , poly(acrylic acid) claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 6
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Decomposer containing iron particles for organohalogen compound and method for producing the same

Номер: US20130175468A1
Автор: Taishi Uehara
Принадлежит: Dowa Eco Systems Co Ltd

A decomposer for an organohalogen compound, containing iron particles comprising iron and iron oxide, wherein the iron particles have a metallic iron content of 15% or more by mass, wherein the metallic iron content is a content of metallic iron in the outermost surface layer of the iron particles to which the ion beam etching has been applied twice under the following etching conditions: degree of vacuum in a chamber: 2.0×10 −2 Pa accelerating voltage of an ion gun: 10 kV emission current: 10 mA etching time: 14 seconds. The decomposer need not contain copper and has the ability to satisfactorily decompose an organohalogen compound. A method for producing the decomposer is also provided.

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Номер записи: 7
25-07-2013 дата публикации

Hydrocarbon Decomposition For Soil And Water Remediation

Номер: US20130187081A1
Автор: Pedro Murillo Gutierrez
Принадлежит: Individual

Presented herein are compositions including a linear tenso-active surfactant which, upon contact and mechanical stirring of a hydrocarbon body, induces emulsification, resulting in oxidation of fatty acid aliphatic bodies. The compositions solve the problem of hydrocarbon pollution. The hydrocarbon decomposer and its by-products dissolve hydrocarbons present in polluted bodies such as clays, soils, water and sand. Methods of the invention create a residue that is a fertilizer, at room temperature and with no need for high pressure.

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Номер записи: 8
15-08-2013 дата публикации

MIXTURE TO BE APPLIED ONTO A DUMP OF RESIDUE SALT

Номер: US20130209176A1
Автор: Kind Hans-Joachim, Palm Albrecht, Westphal Martin
Принадлежит: K+S KALI GMBH

The invention relates to a mixture to be applied onto a dump of residue salt as an infiltration-inhibiting layer for reducing the occurrence of pile water caused by precipitation, wherein the mixture comprises residue salt and a mineral additive which is poorly soluble to insoluble and has hydraulically and/or pozzolanically setting properties. 1. A mixture to be applied onto a dump of residue salt for reducing the occurrence of pile waste water caused by precipitation , whereinthe mixture comprises residue salt and a mineral additive, which is poorly soluble to insoluble and has hydraulically and/or pozzolanically setting properties.2. The mixture according to claim 1 , whereinthe additive is predominantly available in a silty to clayey form.3. The mixture according to claim 1 , whereinash from the combustion of fossil fuels is used as an additive.4. The mixture according to claim 1 , whereinprocesses are used as an additive.5. The mixture according to claim 1 , whereinclay and/or gypsum is used as an additive.6. The mixture according to claim 1 , whereinthe proportion of the additive as a second solid fraction in addition to the residue salt relative to the entire solid content of the mixture amounts to 1 to 10 mass %.7. The mixture according to claim 1 , whereinthe friction angle of the mixture of the additive and the residue salt corresponds approximately to the friction angle of the residue salt.8. A method for covering dumps of residue salt or parts of dumps of residue salt claim 1 , wherein{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'a mixture according to is used.'}9. The method according to claim 8 , whereinthe residue salt is mixed with the additive before the deposition process of the mixture onto the dump.10. The method according to claim 8 , whereinthe mixing of the residue salt with the additive occurs during the deposition process onto the dump.11. A dump of residue salt claim 8 ,characterized by{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, ...

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Номер записи: 9
29-08-2013 дата публикации

SOIL IMPROVEMENT AGENT COMPOSITION

Номер: US20130221270A1
Автор: Izumoto Hiroyuki, Kano Takaaki, Matoba Minako, Oba Rieko, YAMADA Ken
Принадлежит: LION CORPORATION

The invention provides a soil improvement agent composition which contains (A) a fatty acid polyoxyalkylene alkyl ether represented by formula (1): RCO (EO)m (PO)n OR(1) wherein Ris a straight-chain or branched hydrocarbon group having 13 to 21 carbon atoms, EO represents ethylene oxide, m is a number of 2 to 10, PO represents propylene oxide, n is a number of 1 to 4, and Ris a hydrocarbon group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms; and (B) a polyoxyalkylene alkyl ether represented by formula (2): RO (EO)x (PO)y H (2) wherein Ris a straight-chain or branched hydrocarbon group having 8 to 14 carbon atoms, EO represents ethylene oxide, x is a number of 7 to 12, PO represents propylene oxide, and y is a number of 0 to 3. 2. The soil improvement agent composition of claim 1 , wherein the ratio by mass of the component (A) to the component (B) claim 1 , expressed as (A)/(B) is from 1.2/1 to 3.6/1.3. The soil improvement agent composition of claim 1 , wherein the component (A) and the component (B) are totally contained in an amount of 50 to 95 mass % based on the total mass of the composition.4. The soil improvement agent composition of claim 1 , wherein the compound of formula (1) is CHCO(EO)(PO)OCHor CHCO(EO)(PO)OCH.5. The soil improvement agent composition of claim 1 , wherein the compound of formula (2) is CHO(EO)H or CHO(EO)H.6. The soil improvement agent composition of claim 1 , wherein the ratio by mass of the component (A) to the component (B) claim 1 , expressed as (A)/(B) is within a range of 1.5/1 to 2.7/1 claim 1 , and the component (A) and the component (B) are totally contained in an amount of 70 to 95 mass % based on the total mass of the composition.7. The soil improvement agent composition of claim 1 , further comprising water in an amount of 5 to 25% based on the total mass of the composition. The present invention relates to a soil improvement agent composition. In particular, the invention relates to a soil improvement agent composition that can be used for ...

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Номер записи: 10
29-08-2013 дата публикации

GEL COMPRISING REACTIVE OXIDANT RELEASE AGENT

Номер: US20130224308A1
Автор: De Windt Wim, Dick Jan, Lakaye Frederic
Принадлежит: BIOREM ENGINEERING SARL

Gel comprising reactive oxidant release agent The invention provides a gel composition comprising 5% to 75% w/w of an inorganic gelling agent other than silica based gelling agents, 0.5-60% w/w, preferably 0.5 to 30% w/w, of an inorganic oxidant release agent and at least 20% w/w of water, and possibly a stabilizer. It further provides a process for making same, comprising preparing a first solution of a dibasic phosphate salt in water comprising dissolved oxidant release agent, preparing a second and solution of a alkaline earth metal salt in water comprising dissolved oxidant release agent, and mixing both, first and second solutions, in a ratio of 1 to 1 to 10 to 1, followed by a concentration step. The gel composition of the invention is suitable for soil, sediment groundwater or water remediation purposes and disinfection or wound healing purposes. 1. A gel composition comprising5% to 75% w/w of an inorganic gelling agent other than silica based gelling agents,0.5-60% w/w, , of an inorganic oxidant release agent andat least 20% w/w of water the inorganic gelling agent being selected such that its oxidation stage is not substantially increased by the inorganic oxidant release agent.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the inorganic gelling agent is selected from alkaline earth metal salts of phosphate claim 1 , including calcium phosphate or magnesium phosphate.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the inorganic oxidant release agent is present in an amount of 0.5 to 45% w/w.4. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the oxidant release agent is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen peroxide claim 1 , sodium persulfate claim 1 , potassium persulfate claim 1 , sodium permanganate claim 1 , potassium permanganate claim 1 , calcium peroxide claim 1 , carbamide peroxide claim 1 , magnesium peroxide claim 1 , sodium percarbonate claim 1 , peracetate and sodium perborate claim 1 , or combinations thereof.5. The composition according to claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 11
03-10-2013 дата публикации

SOIL ADHERENT PELLET AND ACTIVE AGENT DELIVERY WITH SAME

Номер: US20130259582A1
Автор: Birthisel Timothy D., Schalk Joseph, Schanski Joseph
Принадлежит: The Andersons, Inc.

A soil adherent pellet is detailed that includes a soluble calcium ion source, a magnesium ion source, or both present in an amount ranging from 15% to 99.9% by weight of a total dry weight of the pellet and a binder present in an amount ranging from 85% to 0.1% by weight of the total dry weight of the pellet. The pellet having a mean pellet domain size and a pellet surface. The soil adherent pellet is well suited for flocculating clay within the soil and delivery of an active ingredient with reduced runoff compared to prior art broadcast particles. A soil adherent pellet is also provided having a soluble calcium and/or magnesium ion source that is polycrystalline and carries therewith an active ingredient. 1. A soil adherent pellet comprising:a soluble calcium ion source or a soluble magnesium ion source present in an amount of 15% to 99.9% by weight of the total dry weight of the pellet; anda binder present in an amount from 85% to 0.1% by weight of the total dry weight of the pellet, and defining a pellet core.2. The pellet of further comprising a first active ingredient.3. The pellet of wherein said active ingredient is a fertilizer.4. The pellet of wherein said active ingredient is a phosphate containing fertilizer.5. The pellet of wherein said active ingredient is at least one of an herbicide claim 2 , a fungicide claim 2 , a grubicide or an insecticide.6. The pellet of wherein said first active ingredient is present from 0.05 to 95 total dry weight percent of the pellet.7. The pellet of wherein said calcium ion source is present and is gypsum.8. The pellet of wherein said calcium ion source is present and is calcium chloride.9. The pellet of further comprising a surface coating on the pellet surface.10. The pellet of wherein said surface coating has said first active ingredient or a second active ingredient embedded therein.11. The pellet of wherein said soluble calcium ion source or said magnesium ion source or a combination thereof forms a polycrystalline ...

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Номер записи: 12
31-10-2013 дата публикации

Method for producing bioactive agent, bioactive agent produced thereby, cosmetic, freshness-maintaining agent, growth promotion agent, soil conditioning agent, and pharmaceutical stock solution

Номер: US20130287864A1
Автор: Shinji Makino
Принадлежит: I B E Co Ltd

The object of the invention is to provide a bioactive agent in which the bioactive effectiveness of ferric iron salt and/or ferric ferrous iron salt contained therein is stabilized, making long term preservation possible, so that the bioactive agent can be useful as an original solution for medical use, as a soil conditioner, or the like. An iron-magnesium mixture solution is provided in the invention, wherein the iron-magnesium mixture solution is produced by mixing an aqueous solution containing a ferric iron salt and/or a ferric ferrous iron salt in a concentration of not less than 0.5 mol/L as iron in the ferric iron salt and/or the ferric ferrous iron salt, and an aqueous solution containing a magnesium salt in a concentration of not less than 0.2 mol/L as magnesium in the magnesium salt.

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Номер записи: 13
28-11-2013 дата публикации

Utilization of lignin-rich biomass

Номер: US20130312472A1
Автор: Benjamin Brehmer, Jens Busse
Принадлежит: EVONIK DEGUSSA GmbH

The invention relates to a method for utilizing biomass, in which the biomass is pyrolyzed during a heat treatment process to obtain driven-out gas and remaining carbon-rich solids. It is an object of the invention to specify a method for utilizing biomass, which is based on comparatively expensive feedstocks, but in return gives products of value with unusually good properties, the proceeds of which make the process economically viable. This object is achieved firstly by using a biomass having a lignin content of 10 to 30% by weight and a water content of 5 to 25% by weight, and by virtue of a heat treatment process comprising three residence times each on a respective level of temperature, wherein the first residence time lasts between 10 and 40 minutes, particularly of 30 minutes at a temperature level between 130 and 280° C., particularly of 250° C.; the second residence time lasts between 5 and 30 minutes, particularly of 10 minutes at a temperature level between 300 and 500° C., particularly of 400° C.; the third residence time lasts between 10 and 60 minutes, particularly of 20 minutes at a temperature level between 650 and 900° C., preferred between 700 and 900° C., particularly of 750° C.

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Номер записи: 14
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Gas delivery system to provide induced partial saturation through solute transport and reactivity for liquefaction mitigation

Номер: US20130333451A1
Автор: Akram ALSHAWABKEH, Michac YEGIAN
Принадлежит: Northeastern University Boston

A system and method for providing a partial level of saturation to a mass of sand, through generation of gas bubbles, as a way to prevent liquefaction during earthquakes. The system includes a solution that is operable to generate gas bubbles and a solution generator that prepares the solution. A conduit delivers the solution to the sand, so that the solution generates the gas bubbles during and after being delivered to the sand. A probe may be used to determine whether the sand is susceptible to liquefaction before the solution is delivered and to assess a change in degree of partial saturation after the solution has been delivered.

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Номер записи: 15
19-12-2013 дата публикации

Solvent-free oil dispersant

Номер: US20130338054A1
Автор: Terrence J. Mcguire
Принадлежит: Green On Industries Inc.

The present invention is directed toward an oil dispersant composition useful in treating oil spills, and for cleanup of the shoreline, animals, plants, and equipment. The oil dispersant product is a non-toxic, solvent-free composition which efficiently breaks down grease, grime and crude oil at the molecular level, by breaking down the hydrocarbon chains and preventing the oil molecules from ever reforming again.

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Номер записи: 16
26-12-2013 дата публикации

Product intended to be added to crop irrigation water

Номер: US20130340333A1
Автор: Bernard Sabatier, Loic Vialatte
Принадлежит: SPCM SA

The present invention relates to a product intended to be added to crop or plantation irrigation water, comprising a composition containing one or more water-soluble polymers and an effervescent system, wherein the composition is in the form of a powder, and in particular a powder of individualized particles, said composition being confined in a water-soluble film.

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Номер записи: 17
26-12-2013 дата публикации

METHOD OF PROCESSING ORGANIC WASTE

Номер: US20130344558A1
Автор: Green Lawrence R.
Принадлежит: BOKASHICYCLE NVC LLC

Wheat bran culture mix is used to inoculate organic waste and produce an inoculated waste material, where the wheat bran culture mix includes soil derived microbes. The inoculated waste material is shredded to produce shredded inoculated waste material which is fermented the shredded inoculated waste material for at least 7 days. Contents from the fermenter are then transferred into a dewatering device to produce dewatered contents which are then separated into soluble and suspended products. 1. A method of rapidly converting organic waste into products for treating and improving soil comprising:collecting waste in a container;excluding non-organic debris by removing non organic materials including plastics and metals to generate an organic waste;introducing wheat bran culture mix to inoculate the organic waste and produce an inoculated waste material, where the wheat bran culture mix includes soil derived microbes;shredding the inoculated waste material to produce shredded inoculated waste material;filling a fermenter with the shredded inoculated waste material;sealing the fermenter to substantially exclude oxygen during fermentation;fermenting the shredded inoculated waste material for at least 7 days;transferring contents from the fermenter into a dewatering device;separating the contents into soluble and suspended products at the end of fermentation; andcollecting the soluble and suspended products as liquid tea and solid bio-cake respectively while limiting exposure of the collected soluble and suspended products to oxygen.2. The method of further comprising the step of packaging liquid and solid bio-cake after dewatering.3. The method of wherein packaging is done to substantially exclude oxygen.4. The method of wherein fermenting is done in a fermenting device comprising a contained enclosure made substantially of either plastic or steel coated with a plastic liner of polypropylene claim 1 , polyethylene or equivalents that can be sealed after filling to ...

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Номер записи: 18
30-01-2014 дата публикации

METHOD OF PRODUCING IRON POWDER FOR TREATING HALOGENATED ORGANIC COMPOUND AND METHOD OF CLEANING CONTAMINATED SOIL OR GROUNDWATER

Номер: US20140030431A1
Автор: Uehara Taishi
Принадлежит: DOWA ECO SYSTEM CO., LTD.

There is provided iron powder having a halogenated organic compound treating performance equivalent to or higher than that of a material for treating halogenated organic compounds, although an environmental load substance such as copper is not contained, and a method of producing iron powder for treating halogenated organic compounds including: immersing the iron powder in one or more kinds of solvents selected from water and organic solvents which have lower vapor pressure than water and contain oxygen; performing solid-liquid separation for the iron powder immersed in the solvent, to thereby obtain the iron powder wet by this solvent; and applying drying treatment to the iron powder wet in the solvent, while keeping a temperature at less than 40° C. 1. A method of producing iron powder for treating halogenated organic compounds , comprising:immersing iron powder in one or more kinds of solvents selected from water and organic solvents which have lower vapor pressure than water and contain oxygen;performing solid-liquid separation for the iron powder immersed in the solvent, to thereby obtain the iron powder wet by this solvent; andapplying drying treatment to the iron powder wet in the solvent, while keeping a temperature at less than 40° C.2. The method of producing iron powder for treating halogenated organic compounds according to claim 1 , wherein the drying treatment is performed while keeping the temperature at 0° C. or more and 10° C. or less.3. The method of producing iron powder for treating halogenated organic compounds according to claim 1 , wherein immersing the iron powder in one or more kinds of solvents selected from the water claim 1 , and the organic solvents which have lower vapor pressure than water and contain oxygen claim 1 , is performed after applying oxygen treatment to the iron powder.4. The method of producing iron powder for treating halogenated organic compounds according to claim 1 , wherein the drying treatment is performed for 0.1 ...

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Номер записи: 19
13-02-2014 дата публикации

System for producing a gypsum slurry for irrigation

Номер: US20140044485A1
Автор: Paul Steven Wallace
Принадлежит: Enviro Water Minerals Company Inc

A system includes a conveyor providing an agricultural grade gypsum, a pump providing a fluid, a mixing device configured to mix the agricultural grade gypsum provided by the conveyor with the fluid provided by the pump to produce a gypsum slurry, and a slurry pump configured to pump the gypsum slurry from the mixing device to a storage tank.

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Номер записи: 20
20-02-2014 дата публикации

HYDRATION MAINTENANCE APPARATUS AND METHOD

Номер: US20140050530A1
Автор: Thrash Tommy K.
Принадлежит: AQUASMART ENTERPRISES, LLC

A material may include a substrate, such as sand, treated with a binder, for securing a layer of hydrating particles thereto. Typical binders may include lignicite, or other naturally occurring materials such as sugars, molasses, corn syrup, gelatin, water, a combination, or the like. Substrates may include natural organic materials or inorganic materials. Various materials can serve as a powdered, polymeric coating. Commonly called acrylamides or polyacrylamides by industrial suppliers, certain polymers have been found to serve well by being comminuted to powder and adhered to the substrate granules. 1. A method comprising:providing a substrate of a first material as granules;coating the granules individually with a binder;providing a powder formed from a second material, being solid and hydrophilic;adhering to the granules individually, with the binder, the powder; andintroducing the granules below the surface of the ground.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein distributing the granules further comprises distributing the granules during a period of time.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising covering the granules.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein covering further comprises adding a material after the granules.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the first and second materials is selected from a naturally occurring material claim 1 , and the second material is selected from the remaining type thereof.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the first material is selected from a chemically non-organic material.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the binder is selected from a naturally occurring polymer, a synthetic polymer, and water; and distributing the granules, and', 'exposing the granules to water., 'the method further comprises'}8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is selected from sand claim 1 , gravel claim 1 , vermiculite claim 1 , pearlite claim 1 , and a naturally occurring organic substrate.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein:the ...

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Номер записи: 21
06-03-2014 дата публикации

METHOD OF INCREASING ABIOTIC STRESS RESISTANCE OF A PLANT

Номер: US20140066302A1
Автор: GUILHABERT-GOYA Magalie, Zhu Hong
Принадлежит: BAYER CROPSCIENCE LP

The invention relates to a method of increasing abiotic stress resistance enhancing soil nutrition of a plant, the method comprising applying a composition comprising or or a mutant thereof, to the plant, to a part of the plant and/or to an area around the plant or plant part. The invention also is directed to a method of enhancing soil nutrition comprising applying a composition comprising or a mutant thereof to the soil. 1Bacillus pumilusBacillus subtilis. A method of increasing abiotic stress resistance of a plant , the method comprising applying a composition comprising or to the plant , to a part of the plant and/or to an area around the plant or plant part.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the abiotic stress resistance is salt stress resistance or resistance to nutrient deficiency.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the salt stress resistance is one of salt tolerance or drought resistance.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein resistance to nutrient deficiency is increased by nutrient solubilization or by stimulation of siderophore production of the plant in soil in an area around the plant or the plant part.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the nutrient solubilization improves bioavailability of nutrients by at least about 5%.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the nutrient solubilization is selected from the group consisting of potassium solubilization claim 4 , phosphate solubilization or claim 4 , iron solubilization caused by siderophore binding claim 4 , and combinations thereof.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the applying is preceded by identifying that the soil has low concentrations of one or more soil nutrients selected from the group consisting of potassium claim 6 , phosphate claim 6 , and iron.8Bacillus pumilusBacillus pumilusB. subtilisB. subtilisB. subtilisBacillus pumilusB. subtilisB. subtilisB. subtilis. The method of any one of to claim 6 , wherein the is QST 2808 or subtilis is selected from the group consisting of QST713 claim 6 , QST30002 ...

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Номер записи: 22
03-04-2014 дата публикации

METHOD OF MANUFACTURING COMPOSITIONS FOR REMOVING HALOGENATED HYDROCARBONS FROM CONTAMINATED ENVIRONMENTS

Номер: US20140091254A1
Автор: Elliott Bob, NOLAND SCOTT
Принадлежит: REMEDIATION PRODUCTS, INC.

The present invention provides a supported reactant for in situ remediation of soil and/or groundwater contaminated with a halogenated hydrocarbon consisting essentially of an adsorbent impregnated with elemental iron, wherein the adsorbent is capable of adsorbing the halogenated hydrocarbon. In one embodiment, the adsorbent is activated carbon. 1. A method of preparing a supported reactant for remediation of soil , wastewater , or groundwater , comprising:providing a quantity of an adsorbent material comprising activated carbon;treating the adsorbent material with a solution of water soluble iron salt to produce an intermediate product with iron salt impregnated into pores of the adsorbent material; andsubjecting the intermediate product to reducing conditions including heating the intermediate product to a reducing temperature,wherein the reducing temperature is between 550 and 800° C., andwherein the supported reactant performs reductive dehalogenation of halogenated hydrocarbon contaminants when used for in situ remediation of soil or groundwater contaminated with hydrocarbons.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the treating step comprises spraying the solution of water soluble iron salt onto the adsorbent material.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the step of subjecting the intermediate product to reducing conditions includes introducing a reducing gas into a reaction chamber containing the intermediate product.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising claim 3 , prior to the step of subjecting the intermediate product to reducing conditions:loading the intermediate product into the reaction chamber; anddrying the intermediate product at an intermediate temperature of at least about 150° C.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising claim 4 , after the drying of the intermediate product claim 4 , heating the dried intermediate product to a temperature greater than the intermediate temperature to decompose the water soluble iron salt into an oxide.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 23
10-04-2014 дата публикации

ENHANCED CHEMICAL OXIDATION

Номер: US20140097381A1
Автор: GRAVITT JOY M., Mork Benjamin V.
Принадлежит: REGENESIS BIOREMEDIATION PRODUCTS

Compositions and methods for oxidizing contaminants present in environmental media. The compositions include a mixture of persulfate salts and borate salts to activate the persulfate's oxidation of contaminants. 1. A chemical oxidation composition , said composition comprising an aqueous solution of a persulfate salt and a borate salt.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the persulfate salt is present in the amount of about 0.01% to about 70% claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , and the borate salt is present in the amount of about 0.001% to about 70% claim 1 , by weight.3. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the persulfate salt is present in the amount of about 0.5% to about 50% claim 2 , by weight claim 2 , and the borate salt is present in the amount of about 0.01% to about 50% claim 2 , by weight.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the persulfate salt is selected from the group consisting of sodium persulfate claim 1 , potassium persulfate claim 1 , ammonium persulfate claim 1 , and peroxymonosulfates.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the borate salt is borax.6. A system for oxidizing contaminants in soil and groundwater claim 1 , said system comprising a mixture of solid persulfate salt and a borate salt.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the persulfate salt is present in an amount of about 1% to about 99.95% and the borate salt is present in an amount of about 0.05% to about 99%.8. The system of claim 6 , wherein the persulfate salt is selected from the group consisting of sodium persulfate claim 6 , potassium persulfate claim 6 , ammonium persulfate claim 6 , and peroxymonosulfates.9. The system of claim 6 , wherein the borate salt is borax.10. A method of oxidizing contaminants present in environmental media claim 6 , said method comprising injecting an aqueous solution of a persulfate salt and a borate salt into the environmental media.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein the environmental media is soil.12. The method of claim 10 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 24
10-04-2014 дата публикации

BONDING OR BINDING AGENTS FOR SOIL STABILIZATION OR MODIFICATION AND METHODS OF THEIR PREPARATION

Номер: US20140100319A1
Автор: Wantling Steven J.
Принадлежит: Momentive Specialty Chemicals Inc.

Disclosed are bonding or binding compositions useful in stabilizing or modifying soil as a sub-base. Specifically, bonding or binding agent compositions of the invention include a first emulsion containing a wax, and a second emulsion containing a film forming polymer. 1. A bonding or binding composition for stabilizing or modifying soil as a sub-base comprising:a first emulsion comprising a wax;a second emulsion comprising a film forming polymer; andwater.2. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the first emulsion comprises one or more petroleum waxes claim 1 , Montan waxes claim 1 , synthetic waxes claim 1 , animal waxes or vegetable waxes.3. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the first emulsion comprises a wax comprising one or more CnH2n+2 hydrocarbons claim 1 , where n is an integer between 18 and 42.4. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the first emulsion comprises a straight chain hydrocarbon wax having an average chain length of 20 to 30 carbon atoms.5. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the first emulsion comprises a wax having an average chain length of 32 carbon atoms or greater.6. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the first emulsion comprises a wax having an average chain length of 22 to 45 carbon atoms.7. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the first emulsion comprises a wax derived from lubricating oil distillates.8. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the second emulsion comprises a monomer selected from the group consisting of vinyl acetate claim 1 , vinyl proponate claim 1 , vinyl butyrate claim 1 , vinyl isobutyrate claim 1 , vinyl 2-thylhexoanoate claim 1 , vinyl laurate.9. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the second emulsion comprises a copolymer comprising a vinyl acetate monomer and a vinyl ester of a carboxylic acid monomer.10. The bonding or binding composition of wherein the vinyl ester of a carboxylic acid monomer may be one or more of a vinyl ester of a ...

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Номер записи: 25
07-01-2021 дата публикации

RHIZOBIUM AND USE AND BACTERIAL PREPARATION THEREOF, AND METHOD FOR RESTORING RARE-EARTH TAILING SOIL OR SILICA ORE TAILING WASTE

Номер: US20210000122A1
Автор: WANG Suihua, XIE Staehelin Zhiping, ZHOU Shaozhan
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Provided is a type of rhizobium with the classified nomenclature of sp. KTMS 0001 or sp. KTMS 0002, and the deposit number of CCTCC No. M2017580 or CCTCC No. M2017581. Also provided are a bacterial preparation containing the rhizobium, a method for restoring rare-earth tailings soil and a use of the rhizobium. 1BradyrhizobiumBradyrhizobium. A rhizobium , wherein , the rhizobium has the classified nomenclature of sp. KTMS 0001 or sp. KTMS 0002 , and has deposit number of CCTCC No. M2017580 or CCTCC No. M2017581.2. A rhizobium bacterial preparation claim 1 , wherein the rhizobium bacterial preparation comprises a culture medium and the rhizobium according to .3. The rhizobium bacterial preparation according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , in the rhizobium bacterial preparation claim 2 , the amount of the rhizobium is (2-20)×10CFU per gram of the bacterial preparation.4. The rhizobium bacterial preparation according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , the culture medium comprises a YMB culture medium and/or a MAG culture medium.5. The rhizobium bacterial preparation according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , the rhizobium bacterial preparation further comprises an auxiliary agent claim 2 , which comprises a surfactant and claim 2 , optionally claim 2 , a solid carrier;the surfactant comprises at least one of sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate, sodium ligninsulfonate and polycondensate of sodium alkylnaphthalene sulfonate; andthe solid carrier comprises at least one of peat, vermiculite, rice bran flour, wheat bran, kaolin, diatomite, white carbon black, talc and fine sand.6. A method for restoring rare-earth tailings soil or silicon ore tailings waste claim 2 , comprising:seeding legumes on the rare-earth tailings soil or silicon ore tailings waste; and{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'inoculating the rhizobium according to ;'}{'sup': '9', 'wherein, the inoculation amount of the rhizobium is (1-10)×10CFU per square meter of bare surface of the rare-earth ...

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Номер записи: 26
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Environmental Bioremediation Substrate from Animal By-Products and Use and Formation Thereof

Номер: US20200001337A1
Автор: Kevin FINNERAN
Принадлежит: Clemson University

Disclosed are bioremediation substrates that include animal-based proteins and animal-based lipids that can function as electron donors in microbial respiration. The bioremediation substrates have been developed from animal by-products, such as rendered animal co-products. The bioremediation substrates can be utilized in restoration of subsurface environments, such as soil, sediment, and water, that have been impacted by one or more environmental contaminants, such as chlorinated solvents and metals such as chromium.

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Номер записи: 27
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Hydro-mulch and organic fertilizer composition and process

Номер: US20160002120A1
Автор: Grider James A., Nichols James, Parker Robert, Riggle Kevin
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A combination of mulch and sterilized organic fertilizer is provided for hydro seeding and hydro-mulching for seed establishment and erosion control. The composition includes hammer milled straw, horse manure and urine, sterilized with heat and processed to provide an optimal particle size. The incorporation of horse manure utilizes a dispersible natural fertilizer collected and processed within a certain time frame which provides an efficient method of recycling “green” horse manure” and liquid waste having a higher acidity than decomposed animal waste. Tackifiers and flocculants such as ground paper aid pumpability and help tack the straw fibers to the ground. The equipment includes a gas heat source, a dryer vessel and a processing unit. The dryer vessel receives the bedding composed of straw and manure for contact with the heated gases to convert the same to a sterilized dry material. 1an effective amount of wheat straw;an effective amount of animal manure;an effective amount of animal urine;a Tackifiers;an effective amount of water to form a pumpable slurry.. A hydro-mulch and fertilizer composition, comprising: This application claims priority from U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/995,738 filed on Apr. 18, 2014 and is incorporated by reference in its entirety.The present invention relates to the field of erosion control and seed establishment with hydro seeding and hydromulching.The intensive use of agricultural and horticultural areas requires fertilisers to be added for optimal production of grasses or crops. Mineral fertilisers added can compensate for the used up nutrients; however, the product is expensive and is applied in powder or more typically applied in pellet form by drill, broadcase, or liquid application means directly to the field where at least a portion is susceptible to dissolving in rain and running into ponds, streams, rivers, lakes and other areas of the drainage ecosystem resulting in undesirable algae bloom and contamination. ...

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Номер записи: 28
02-01-2020 дата публикации

Soil-Based Flow-Through Rhizosphere System For Treatment Of Contaminated Water And Soil

Номер: US20200002203A1
Автор: Gill Lucian Stephen
Принадлежит:

A process for constructing a soil-based rhizosphere flow-through system to break down contaminants in contaminated water. The process includes the steps of: providing plants planted in soil in a test bioreactor, the plants providing a rhizosphere; exposing the rhizosphere to the contaminated water; extracting microorganisms from the rhizosphere following their exposure to the contaminated water; preparing a microbial suspension from the extract; subjecting the microbial suspension to growth conditions to increase the concentration of the microorganisms, thereby preparing a soil conditioner; adding the soil conditioner to soil in a contained area having a water flow inlet and outlet; and planting a plurality of plants in the soil, the plants being of the same species as the plants of the test bioreactor. 1. A process for preparing a soil conditioner to increase the rate of decontamination of contaminated water or contaminated soil , the process comprising:a) providing a rhizosphere;b) exposing the rhizosphere to the contaminated water;c) extracting microorganisms from the rhizosphere after step b);d) preparing a microbial suspension from the extract; ande) subjecting the microbial suspension to growth conditions to increase the concentration of the microorganisms, thereby preparing the soil conditioner.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein step b) comprises generating a flow of the contaminated water across the rhizosphere claim 1 , the flow entering at an inlet and exiting at an outlet.3. The process of claim 2 , wherein the flow of the contaminated water is conducted for a period of about 4 to about 8 weeks.4. The process of claim 2 , further comprising testing of outflow from the outlet to identify one or more metabolic products of one or more contaminants present in the contaminated water.5. The process of claim 1 , further comprising measuring the amount of microorganisms present in the extract in the microbial suspension.6. The process of claim 1 , further ...

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Номер записи: 29
02-01-2020 дата публикации

POLYMER COMPOSITION FOR HIGHLY DISINTEGRATABLE FILM

Номер: US20200002487A1
Автор: GESTI GARCIA Sebastia, TETTONI Giovanni
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This invention relates to a polymer composition which is particularly suitable for use in the manufacture of films having a great ability to disintegrate, preferably at low temperatures, which can be used in the mulch film sector. 1. A film comprising a composition comprising: [ a1) 70-100% by moles of units deriving from succinic acid, and', 'a2) 0-30% by moles of units deriving from at least one saturated dicarboxylic acid different from succinic acid, and, 'a) a dicarboxylic component comprising with respect to the total dicarboxylic component, b1) 95-100% by moles of units deriving from 1,4-butanediol, and', 'b2) 0-5% by moles of units deriving from at least one saturated aliphatic diol different from 1,4-butanediol;, 'b) a diol component comprising with respect to the total diol component], 'i) 55-80% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the composition, of at least one aliphatic polyester (i) comprising [ a1) 30-70% by moles of units deriving from at least one aromatic dicarboxylic acid, and', 'a2) 70-30% by moles of units deriving from at least one saturated aliphatic dicarboxylic acid,, 'a) a dicarboxylic component comprising with respect to the total dicarboxylic component, b1) 95-100% by moles of units deriving from at least one saturated aliphatic diol, and', 'b2) 0-5% by moles of units deriving from at least one unsaturated aliphatic diol; and, 'b) a diol component comprising with respect to the total diol component], 'ii) 5-40% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the composition, of at least one aliphatic-aromatic polyester (ii) comprisingiii) 1-25% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the composition, of at least one polyhydroxyalkanoate,{'sup': '2', 'said film having an impact strength index of at least 2 mJ/(g/m), measured according to standard ASTM D3420-08a.'}2. The film according to claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises:i)60-80% by weight, with respect to the total weight of the composition, of at least one ...

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Номер записи: 30
02-01-2020 дата публикации

METHODS TO ENHANCE SOIL WATER INFILTRATION AND TO REDUCE SOIL WATER REPELLENCY USING A SURFACTANT COMPOSITION

Номер: US20200002609A1
Автор: Davies Rohan, KLINGELHOEFER Paul, Mainwaring David Edward, Murugaraj Pandiyan, Wissemeier Alexander
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A method of enhancing soil water infiltration (SWI) and/or reducing soil water repellency (SWR) comprising: 116-. (canceled)17. A method of enhancing soil water infiltration (SWI) and/or reducing soil water repellency (SWR) comprising:treating an area of groundcover with a composition (composition A) comprisingA1) a block polymer (P) comprising at least one polyethyleneoxide moiety and at least one polypropyleneoxide moiety, andA2) an alcohol alkoxylate (E),wherein the SWI of the area of groundcover is enhanced and/or the SWR of the area of groundcover is reduced after treatment with the composition A.18. A method according to claim 17 , wherein the block polymer (P) is preferably a di- claim 17 , tri- claim 17 , tetra- and/or pentablock polymer.19. A method according to claim 17 , wherein the block polymer (P) is a triblock polymer comprising one polyethyleneoxide moiety and two polypropyleneoxide moieties claim 17 , or two polyethyleneoxide moieties and one polypropyleneoxide moiety.20. A method according to claim 17 , wherein the block polymer (P) is a pentablock polymer comprising two polyethyleneoxide moieties and three polypropyleneoxide moieties claim 17 , or three polyethyleneoxide moieties and two polypropyleneoxide moieties.21. A method according to claim 17 , wherein the block polymer (P) comprises {'br': None, 'sub': 2', '2', 'f', '3', '2', 'g', '2', '2', 'h, 'HO(CH—CHO)—[CH(CH)—CHO]—(CH—CHO)—H \u2003\u2003(Q1)'}, 'A1.1) a (EO-PO-EO) triblock polymer of the general formula (Q1)wherein f, g and h may denote the degree of polymerization and thus determine the molecular weight,and/or {'br': None, 'sub': 2', '2', 'a', '3', '2', 'b', '2', '2', 'c', '3', '2', 'd', '2', '2', 'e, 'HO(CH—CHO)—[CH(CH)—CHO]—(CH—CHO)—[CH(CH)—CHO]—(CH—CHO)—H \u2003\u2003(Q2)'}, 'A1.2) a (EO-PO-EO-PO-EO) pentablock polymer of the general formula (Q2)'}wherein a, b, c, d and e may denote the degree of polymerization and thus determine the molecular weight.22. A method according to ...

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Номер записи: 31
02-01-2020 дата публикации

SOIL CONDITIONER FOR REDUCING THE SODICITY AND DISPERSION TO IMPROVE THE WATER MOBILITY IN VARIOUS SOILS

Номер: US20200002610A1
Автор: BRÜCKMANN Ralf, SAAD John, SUNDEEP Bhatt, Will Peter
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The present invention relates to a soil conditioner based on organomodified siloxanes and uses thereof as well as methods for conditioning soil, particularly farmland, which reduce the sodicity and dispersion to improve the mobility of water through the soil. 2. The soil conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the polyether modified siloxane A corresponds to formula I claim 1 , wherein m is an integer from 1 to 50.3. The soil-conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the polyether modified siloxane A corresponds to formula II claim 1 , wherein n is an integer from 1 to 25.4. The soil-conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the cationic modified siloxane B corresponds to formula I claim 1 , wherein o is an integer from 1 to 25.5. The soil-conditioner according to . wherein the cationic modified siloxane B corresponds to formula II.6. The soil-conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the soil-conditioner comprises a solvent.7. The soil-conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the soil-conditioner comprises an emulsion comprising 30 vol % of the siloxane components A and B claim 1 , an emulsifier and water.8. The soil-conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the soil-conditioner comprises from 0.5 to 1 vol % of the siloxane components A and B.9. The soil-conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the polyether modified siloxane component A and the cationic modified siloxane B are different and the molar ratio of the cationic modified siloxane component B to the polyether modified siloxane component A is 0.5 or less.11. The method for treatment of soil according to claim 10 , wherein the soil is successively or simultaneously treated with both polyether modified siloxane A and cationic modified siloxane B claim 10 , wherein in the case of successive treatment the polyether modified siloxane A and the cationic modified siloxane B are different.12. The method for the treatment of soil according to claim 10 , wherein the soil treated is farmland.13. The method ...

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Номер записи: 32
07-01-2021 дата публикации

SOIL TREATMENT USING PEROXIDE

Номер: US20210002552A1
Автор: Becker Christian Guy
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A method of incorporating a peroxide source that produces reactive oxygen species and optionally also incorporating steam with the peroxide source (or other source of heat), into soil as a method of soil remediation, i.e., to destroy or remove chemical contaminants that pose a threat to plant or animal life. The invention also relates to the use of the peroxide source along with optional steam (or other heat source) or hot vaporized peroxide solution to treat soils, in particular those intended for agriculture, as a pesticide for controlling nematodes, pathogenic fungi, insect pests and bacteria. The peroxide source may be applied to the soil using soil cultivation equipment to increase contact between the peroxide source and the soil to be treated. The peroxide source and/or steam or other source of heat or hot vaporized peroxide solution can also be applied with injection wells or infiltration galleries, for instance, for the pesticide use and soil remediation. 1. A method to treat soil , the method comprising a step of:a) applying a peroxide-based treatment and, optionally, a source of heat, to the soil, wherein the peroxide-based treatment comprises a source of peroxide and wherein the soil has an initial temperature;wherein the application results in either or both of i) the peroxide-based treatment being mixed into the soil and ii) the temperature of the soil being raised above the initial temperature.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the method comprises a second step b) concurrently with or within a time period of application of the peroxide-based treatment claim 1 , of cultivating the soil claim 1 , wherein the soil that is cultivated is at least 15 cm deep.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the peroxide-based treatment comprises an aqueous treatment solution and the aqueous treatment solution comprises the source of peroxide dissolved in water.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein a source of heat is applied to the soil.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 33
07-01-2021 дата публикации

Soil-Stabilising Composition Comprising Azobacter Vinelandii, Acidithiobacillus Ferrooxidans, Alginase, and Calcium Chloride; Method for Stabilising Soils; Method for Preparing Stabilised Paths; Use of the Soil-Stabilising Composition

Номер: US20210002553A1
Автор: Henriquez Peralta Jonathan Pedro
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A formulation for stabilizing soils is described comprising bacteria, enzymes and cations, wherein the bacteria preferably correspond to and the enzyme preferably corresponds to an alginase and the cations are preferably provided in the form of calcium chloride. A method for stabilizing soils; a method for preparing stabilized paths; and use of the soil-stabilizing composition are also described. 1. A soil-stabilizing composition , comprising bacteria , enzymes and cations.2. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 1 , comprising at least two different species of bacteria.3Azotobacter vinelandiiAcidithiobacillus ferrooxidans.. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the at least two different species of bacteria are and4. The soil-stabilizing composition according to claim 1 , wherein the enzyme is an alginase.5Pseudomonas Aeruginosa.. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 4 , wherein the alginase is an alginase from6. The stabilizing composition in accordance with wherein the enzyme is selected from the group consisting of a native recombinant enzyme and a recombinant enzyme.7. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with wherein the enzyme is selected from the group consisting of an unpurified extract and a purified enzyme.8. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the cations are supplied in the form of calcium chloride.9. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the composition is a bi-component formulation consisting of a solution A and a solution B.10. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 9 , wherein{'i': 'Azotobacter vinelandii, Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans', '(i) solution A comprises and an alginase; and'}(ii) solution B comprises calcium chloride.11. The soil-stabilizing composition in accordance with claim 10 , wherein{'i': Azotobacter vinelandii', 'Acidithiobacillus ferrooxidans, '(i) solution A ...

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Номер записи: 34
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Building Foundation and Soil Stabilization method and System

Номер: US20190003145A1
Автор: Hakim Omar Besim, Marawi Bassam
Принадлежит: Aquadation LLC

System and means soil stabilization and moisture control for building foundations including methods and systems for stabilization moisture in a site for building foundation by applying soil moisture stabilization material in various forms, a preferred stabilization material being a mixture of aluminosilicate Pozzolan mineral and granular material such as sand. 120.-. (canceled)21. A moisture reservoir system , the system comprising:one or more volumetric spaces located under a foundation site location for a foundation, wherein the one or more volumetric spaces comprise a granular material located in the one or more volumetric spaces under the site location for the foundation, the one or more volumetric spaces configured to provide a reservoir for moisture for soil proximate to the volumetric space; and 'one or more conduits located between one or more supply ends and one or more of the volumetric spaces, the one or more conduits configured to direct a fluid from the supply ends to the one or more volumetric spaces.', 'a fluid delivery system configured to deliver a fluid to the one or more volumetric spaces, wherein the fluid delivery system comprises22. The system of claim 21 , further comprising:a plurality of zones, wherein each zone comprises a network of conduit to direct fluid from a source to the zone, each zone comprising one or more slugs located beneath the site location for the foundation for the site, the slugs comprising the granular material; a capped and perforated end,', 'an uncapped and perforated end, or', 'an uncapped and non-perforated end., 'wherein each network of conduit comprises pvc pipe terminating above or within a slug, the pvc pipe terminating with at least one of23. The system of claim 21 ,wherein the volumetric spaces comprise vertical holes; andwherein the fluid delivery system further comprises one or more vertical tubes coupled to the conduits and configured to deliver the fluid to respective ones of the vertical holes.24. The ...

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Номер записи: 35
13-01-2022 дата публикации

Biochar Coated Seeds

Номер: US20220009848A1
Автор: Buege Brian, Jarand Mark L., KIM Han Suk, MALYALA RAJASHEKHARAM, Thompson Timothy Alan, Traxler Vern S.
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The present invention provides for biochar coated particles and a method for coating the particles with biochar. 1. A method for coating particles , the method comprising the steps of (i) preparing a binding solution by mixing a binder with water; (ii) heating the binding solution to dissolve the binder in the water; (iii) placing particles in a rotary tumbler; (iv) dispensing the binding solution into the tumbler with the particles; (v) tumbling the particles until the particles are evenly coated with the binding solution; (vi) dispensing biochar in the tumbler to coat the particles with biochar; and (vi) drying the particles while tumbling.2. The method of where the biochar is reduced in size to an average particle size of <1 mm before dispensing in the tumbler.3. The method of further including the step of dispensing a fertilizer in the tumbler to coat the particle.4. The method of further including the step of combining a fertilizer with the biochar prior to dispensing the biochar into the tumbler to coat the particles claim 1 , whereby a combined mixture of biochar and fertilizer in dispensed into the tumbler to coat the particles.5. The method of where the fertilizer is reduced in size to an average particle size of <1 mm before dispensing in the tumbler.6. The method of where the step of dispensing the binding solution claim 1 , tumbling the particles and dispensing the biochar in the tumbler is repeated until the coat substantially surrounding the particles is between 0.01 and 100 times the diameter of the particles.721. The method of claim where the biochar claim 1 , prior to being dispensed in the tumbler claim 1 , has been treated by the infusion of one or more liquids into pores of the biochar.8. The method of where the infusion of one or more liquids into pores of the biochar is accomplished at least in part by a vacuum processing treatment.9. The method of where the infusion of one or more liquid into pores of the biochar is accomplished at least in ...

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Номер записи: 36
20-01-2022 дата публикации

SOIL STABILIZING COMPOSITIONS

Номер: US20220017823A1
Автор: Ranka Mikhil, Ranka Moulik
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Compositions are provided that include at least one water soluble non-ionic organosilane. The compositions may further include at least one ionic organosilicon compound. The compositions may be provided in a liquid form. For instance, the compositions may comprise a aqueous dispersion or aqueous solution. Also provided are compositions including soil, at least one water soluble non-ionic organosilane, and/or at least one ionic organosilicon compound. Methods of stabilizing soil are also provided that include applying at least one water soluble non-ionic organosilane alone or in combination with at least one ionic organosilicon compound. 1. A composition for soil stabilization , comprising:(a) at least one ionic organosilicon compound; and(b) at least one water soluble non-ionic organosilane, wherein the at least one water soluble non-ionic organosilane comprises a transesterified alkoxy silane, an amino-functional silane, or a combination thereof;wherein the composition comprises a liquid.3. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the first hydroxy-containing alkoxy radical claim 2 , the second hydroxy-containing alkoxy radical claim 2 , and the third hydroxy-containing alkoxy radical are the same.4. The composition of claim 2 , wherein the first hydroxy-containing alkoxy radical is different than at least the second hydroxy-containing alkoxy radical.5. The composition of claim 2 , wherein Rcomprises an alkyl radical.6. The composition of claim 5 , wherein the alkyl radical comprises a linear alkyl radical claim 5 , a branched alkyl radical claim 5 , or a cycloalkyl radical including from one to thirty carbon atoms.7. The composition of claim 2 , wherein Rcomprises a substituted hydrocarbon radical having one or more of a halide atom claim 2 , a nitrogen atom claim 2 , or an oxygen atom.8. The composition of claim 2 , wherein at least the first hydroxy-containing alkoxy radical comprises —[OCHCH]OH where ‘a’ has a value of 1 through 10 claim 2 , —[OCH]OH where ‘b’ has ...

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Номер записи: 37
20-01-2022 дата публикации

Potassium Humate Sulfur Compound Granule

Номер: US20220017824A1
Автор: Merritt Kevin
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Disclosed is a potassium humate sulfur compound granule and process for making the same granule. The potassium humate sulfur compound granule including a potassium humate component and an elemental sulfur component at a ratio of about 1:20; where the potassium humate component of the granule fully solubilizes upon application to a desired site and enhances conversion of the sulfur component into sulfate by at least about 15% as compared to elemental sulfur alone. 1. A potassium humate sulfur compound granule , the granule comprising:a potassium humate component and an elemental sulfur component at a ratio of about 1:20;wherein the potassium humate sulfur compound granule is semi-soluble,wherein the potassium humate component of the granule fully solubilizes upon application to a desired site and enhances conversion of the sulfur component into sulfate by at least about 15% as compared to elemental sulfur alone; andwherein the potassium humate sulfur compound granule has a pH of 7.5 to about 12.2. The compound granule of claim 1 , wherein the potassium humate sulfur compound granule enhances conversion of the sulfur component into sulfate by at least 50% as compared to elemental sulfur alone.3. The compound granule of further comprising a bentonite clay component as a binder. A process such as is described in various embodiments herein relates to making a humic acid sulfur compound granule. Such a compound granule is useful as an organic aid to crop growth as well as useful for overcoming a plethora of soil problems.Extraction of humic acid and related materials from carbonaceous raw materials such as humalite, leonardite, sub-bituminous coal, menefee, peat, and the like has been practiced for years and is accordingly known in the art. Process steps vary, but the process output is generally a particulate material with suboptimal solubility in water.It is known that humic substances (HS) include fulvic acid, humic acid, and/or humin. Of these, fulvic acid has the ...

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Номер записи: 38
08-01-2015 дата публикации

COMPOSITION FOR CHEMICAL IMPROVEMENT OF SOIL AND ROAD BASE MATERIALS

Номер: US20150008362A1
Автор: Guilbault Lawrence James, Rider Christopher
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A treatment for soils and road base materials including applying to the soil or road base materials an organosilicon waterproofing agent, and applying to the soil or road base material a soil stabilizer binder including an acrylate ester polymer emulsion. 1. A composition for chemical improvement of soil and road base materials comprising:an organosilicon waterproofing agent; anda soil stabilizer binder including an acrylate ester polymer emulsion.2. The composition of in which said organosilicon waterproofing agent includes a trialkoxysilane.3. The composition of in which said organosilicon waterproofing agent includes an organosiliconate.4. The composition of in which said organosiliconate includes an alkyl siliconate.5. The composition of in which said soil stabilizer binder includes a styrene/acrylate ester polymer emulsion.6. The composition of where said waterproofing agent is added to the substrate at concentrations in the range of 0.1 to 5.0 percent by weight.7. The composition of where said polymer emulsion is added to the substrate in the concentration range of 0.5 to 5.0 percent polymer solids by weight.8. The composition of further including aluminosilicate added to the soil or road base material in the concentration range 1.0 to 10.0 percent by weight.9. The composition of where the soil or road base materials include clayey soil claim 1 , where the clay content ranges from 1% to 100%. This application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/931,838 filed Feb. 11, 2011 which hereby claims the benefit of and priority thereto under 35 U.S.C. §§119, 120, 363, 365, and 37 C.F.R. §1.55 and §1.78, which application is incorporated herein by this reference.This invention relates to an improved composition for chemical improvement of soil and road base materials.Conventional road construction is costly and typically requires replacement of unsuitable sub-soil with suitable aggregate and availability of a source of asphalt or concrete, which ...

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Номер записи: 39
12-01-2017 дата публикации

MODIFIED SUPERABSORBENT POLYMER CONTAINING A FERTILIZER

Номер: US20170008818A1
Автор: HERMITTE Laurence, Vinchon Cyrille
Принадлежит: LILIZ

A modified superabsorbent polymer (SAP) comprises a SAP matrix and urea in the form of crystals that is integrated into the SAP matrix. The SAP matrix and the urea are interpenetrated. A method for producing the modified SAP may comprise a) preparing a mixture comprising at least one urea solution and at least one SAP, b) swelling the SAP in the mixture, c) crystallizing the urea in the mixture obtained upon completion of step b), d) recovering the modified SAP in the mixture, and e) optionally, forming the modified SAP recovered at step d). 1. A modified superabsorbent polymer (SAP) comprising a SAP matrix and urea in the form of crystals that is integrated into the SAP matrix , the SAP matrix and the urea being interpenetrated.2. The modified SAP according to claim 1 , obtained by a method that comprises:a) preparing a mixture comprising at least one urea solution and at least one SAP;b) swelling the SAP in the mixture;c) crystallizing the urea in the mixture obtained upon completion of step b);d) recovering the modified SAP in the mixture; ande) optionally, forming the modified SAP recovered at step d).3. The modified SAP according to claim 1 , wherein the SAP is obtained from at least one compound selected from the group consisting of cellulose derivatives claim 1 , alginate and glycosaminoglycans.4. The modified SAP according to claim 1 , wherein the SAP is obtained from at least one compound from the group consisting of acrylic polymers claim 1 , methacrylic polymers claim 1 , vinyl polymers claim 1 , polyacrylamides and salts thereof claim 1 , acrylamide/acrylic acid copolymers and salts thereof claim 1 , and polyacrylonitriles.57-. (canceled)8. The modified SAP according to claim 2 , wherein the crystallization step c) is carried out by a cooling claim 2 , drying claim 2 , evaporation or lyophilization technique.9. A method of using the modified SAP according to claim 1 , comprising retaining water with the modified SAP and restituting the water to plants in ...

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Номер записи: 40
27-01-2022 дата публикации

POLYMERIC COMPOSITION FOR USE AS SOIL CONDITIONER WITH IMPROVED WATER ABSORBENCY DURING WATERING OF THE AGRICULTURAL CROPS

Номер: US20220025263A1
Автор: BUCEVSCHI Mircea Dan, MEIRI Zwika, SHAHAL Shai
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The present invention relates to polymeric soil conditioner as a new water absorbing polymeric material and a process for the production of water absorbing materials consisting of a combination of synthetic polymers and biopolymers, with an improved high water absorbency at repeated watering, capable to reduce the effect of accumulation of salts in polymeric matrix as of multiple cycles of swelling-deswelling that occurs during all period of living of vegetable culture, by decreasing of crosslinking density of three dimensional network of the material caused by biochemical processes that developed in polymeric gels. 1. Polymeric soil conditioner for use in conjunction with soil irrigation , comprising superabsorbent polymer (SAP) mixture and protein degrading enzyme , said SAP mixture having a high stability absorbency after each watering cycle used for irrigations.2. Polymeric soil conditioner according to claim 1 , said SAP being in the form of solid granular particles with diameter in the range from 0.2 mm to 3.0 mm.3. Polymeric soil conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the SAP comprises a mixture of three polymers A claim 1 , B and C claim 1 , with a mixture ratio A:B:C from 85:13:2 percent by dry weight of SAP to 95:4.5:0.5 percent by dry weight claim 1 , preferable from 86:13:1 percent by dry weight to 92:6.5:1.5 percent by dry weight.4. Polymeric soil conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein polymer A is a synthetic copolymer having a chemical skeleton consisting of carbon atoms; and free carboxylic groups.5. Polymeric soil conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein the synthetic polymer A is a copolymer made of two types of monomers M1 and M2 claim 1 , having the co-monomeric ratio M1:M2 of 50:50 by mol percent and a neutralization degree between 45-80% claim 1 , whereinM1 is a co-monomer having free anhydride chemical groups,M2 is any monomer capable to copolymerize with monomer M1.6. Polymeric soil conditioner according to claim 1 , wherein said ...

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Номер записи: 41
14-01-2016 дата публикации

SOIL HEAVY METAL CURING AGENT FOR CONTROLLING ACCUMULATION OF HEAVY METALS OF CROPS AND PREPARATION METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20160009994A1
Автор: Cao Liyong, Shao Guosheng, Shen Xihong, Wang Jing
Принадлежит: China National Rice Research Institute

The present invention provides a soil heavy metal curing agent for controlling accumulation of heavy metals of crops and its preparation method. The curing agent is made from the following parts of raw materials by weight: 60˜140 parts of substance containing carbon-carbon double bond; 1˜400 parts of sulfo-compound by sulfur; 50˜500 parts of organic matter by 10% water content; 0˜400 parts of water; 0˜100 parts of an initiator; 0˜200 parts of a reducer; and 0˜200 parts of a strong base. The curing agent for heavy metals in the soil according to the present invention can reduce the cadmium, lead and mercury content in the soil and further greatly reduce the roots absorption of these heavy metals. 1. A soil heavy metal curing agent for controlling accumulation of heavy metals of crops , being made from the following parts of raw materials by weight:60˜140 parts of substance containing carbon-carbon double bond, 1˜400 parts of sulfo-compound by sulfur 50˜500 parts of organic matter by 10% water content, 0˜400 parts of water, 0˜100 parts of initiator, 0˜200 parts of a reducer, and 0˜200 parts of a strong base.2. The soil heavy metal curing agent according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 ,the soil heavy metal curing agent is made from the following parts of raw materials by Weight;80˜120 parts of substance containing carbon-carbon double bond, 50˜300 parts of sulfo-compound by sulfur, 100˜400 parts of organic matter by 10% water content, 50˜300 parts of water, 10˜80 parts of an initiator, 50˜150 parts of a reducer, and 50˜150 parts of a strong base.3. The soil heavy metal curing agent according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 ,the soil heavy metal curing agent is made from the following parts of raw materials by Weight;90˜110 parts of substance containing carbon-carbon double bond, 80˜150 parts of sulfo-compound by sulfur, 200˜300 parts of organic matter by 10% water content 100˜200 parts of water, 40˜60 parts of an initiator, 80˜110 parts of a reducer, and 80˜110 parts of a ...

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Номер записи: 42
11-01-2018 дата публикации

GRAPHENE BASED GROWING MEDIUM AND METHOD

Номер: US20180009722A1
Автор: Chiu Gordon
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The present invention provides for a growing medium having a mix of soil, graphene, and/or graphene oxide. In at least one example, soil is combined with single or few layer graphene. In another example, the soil is combined with single or few layer graphene, including graphene sheets, and graphene oxide. The growing medium has been shown to increase plant growth while providing for growing medium aeration, increased water retention, and increased nutrient loading and release. 1. A growing medium comprising:a base material; andan additive comprising graphene or graphene oxide or a combination thereof.2. The medium of wherein the graphene oxide is present in a range of about 1% to about 10%.3. The medium of wherein the graphene oxide is present in an amount of about 2%.4. The medium of wherein the base material is soil.5. The medium of wherein the graphene is saturated with at least one nutrient.6. The medium of wherein the at least one nutrient is nitrogen claim 5 , potassium claim 5 , phosphorous claim 5 , sulfur claim 5 , copper sulfate claim 5 , or any combination thereof.7. The medium of wherein the at least one nutrient is configured to be released gradually over a first time period.8. The medium of wherein the medium promotes pronounced root growth.9. The medium of wherein the medium enhances plant growth.10. A growing medium to render vegetation growth with an increased insect and disease resistance claim 1 , the growing medium comprising:a base material; andan additive comprising graphene or graphene oxide or a combination thereof, wherein the graphene is loaded with at least one of sulfur or copper.11. A method of growing plants comprising:loading graphene with at least one of sulfur or copper;providing a base material;integrating the graphene into the base material forming a growing medium.12. The method of further comprising the steps of:providing a growth location;placing the growing medium into the growth location; andplacing seeds or plants into the ...

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Номер записи: 43
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Mobile charcoal/biochar production and pelletizer system and method thereof

Номер: US20180010043A1
Автор: Deborah Page-Dumroese, James Geronimo Archuleta, JR.
Принадлежит: US Department of Agriculture USDA

Embodiments of the invention provide a portable charcoal system and method of operating thereof, wherein the portable charcoal system comprises a first compartment adapted to burn a material, a second compartment connected to the first compartment and adapted to receive the material from the first compartment, and a third compartment adapted to receive the material from the second compartment, the third compartment comprising an auger adapted to move the material from a back end to a front end, and out of the third compartment. The portable charcoal system further includes a source of air.

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Номер записи: 44
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Enhancement of soil characteristics with lactobionate compounds

Номер: US20190010399A1
Автор: Richard K. Merrill
Принадлежит: Leprino Foods Co

Methods of increasing soil water content are described. The methods may include applying a soil enhancement agent to the soil, where the soil enhancement agent includes one or both of (i) lactobionic acid and (ii) at least one salt of lactobionic acid. Treated soils with increased soil water content are also described. The treated soils may include a soil enhancement agent absorbed into the soil. The soil enhancement agent may include at least one salt of a lactobionic acid. Cations from the at least one salt of a lactobionic acid may aggregate at least a portion of the particles in the soil.

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Номер записи: 45
09-01-2020 дата публикации

METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF BIOCHAR IN TURF GRASS AND LANDSCAPING ENVIRONMENTS

Номер: US20200010377A1
Автор: Bontchev Ranko Panayotov, Buege Brian, Jarand Mark L., KIM Han Suk, Thompson Timothy Alan, Traxler Vern S, Wahlgren Neil Christopher, Wilson Richard W.
Принадлежит: Cool Planet Energy Systems, Inc.

The present invention relates to a method for applying biochar to turf and landscape to allow the turf and landscape to be effectively maintained under reduced water and/or reduced fertilizer applications. 1. A method for applying biochar to an area of soil prior to transplanting a plant , the method comprises the steps of:removing soil to create a hole for the plant;mixing the removed soil with biochar to a final concentration of 1 to 30% by volume of carbonaceous particles to soil;placing the plant in the hole; andbackfilling the hole with said mixture of soil and biochar.2. The method of where the mixture includes other additives beneficial to plants.3. A method for applying porous carbonaceous particles to a container or bed prior to planting a seed or plant claim 1 , the method comprises the steps of:mixing soil with the porous carbonaceous particles to a final concentration of 1 to 30% by volume of carbonaceous particles to soil;placing said mixture of soil and carbonaceous particles in the container or bed; andplanting the seed or plant in said mixture. This application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/184,763, filed Jun. 16, 2016, titled METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF BIOCHAR IN A TURF GRASS AND LANDSCAPING ENVIRONMENTS, which application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/186,876 filed Jun. 30, 2015 titled BIOCHAR COATED SEEDS and to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/180,525 filed Jun. 16, 2015 titled METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF BIOCHAR IN TURF GRASS ENVIRONMENT and U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/290,026 filed Feb. 2, 2016 titled BIOCHAR AGGREGATE PARTICLES, which application Ser. No. 15/184,763 is also is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/385,986 filed on May 29, 2012 (now U.S. Pat. No. 9,493,380), titled Method for Enhancing Soil Growth Using Bio-Char which is a 371 of PCT/US12/39862 filed on May 29, 2012, which application is a continuation-in-part ...

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Номер записи: 46
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Reducing water evaporation and enhancing plant growth using a hydrophbic capillary layer formed with hydrophobic soil

Номер: US20180014476A1
Автор: Dinesh O. Shah
Принадлежит: Individual

Techniques for reducing water evaporation from soil and other fresh water mediums, such as open bodies of water are provided that include forming a hydrophobic capillary layer thereon. The hydrophobic capillary layer includes a plurality of hydrophobic capillaries configured to push or otherwise direct water provided in the soil or the fresh water medium downward or back into the soil or the fresh water medium while allowing water vapor, oxygen and other gases to pass. This increases the diffusion resistance for the water molecules to pass through the hydrophobic capillary layer and thereby reduces the rate of evaporation of water from the underlying soil or fresh water medium. In an aspect, the hydrophobic capillary layer is formed via soil particles respectively coated with a hydrophobic coating. The reduction to water evaporation from a soil layer covered with the hydrophobic capillary layer results in an increased amount of water retention in the soil layer, which in turn enhances plant growth while conserving water.

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Номер записи: 47
19-01-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF BIOCHAR IN TURF GRASS AND LANDSCAPING ENVIRONMENTS

Номер: US20170015601A1
Автор: Bontchev Ranko Panayotov, Buege Brian, Jarand Mark L., KIM Han Suk, Thompson Timothy Alan, Traxler Vern, Wahlgren Neil Christopher, Wilson Richard W.
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to a method for applying biochar to turf and landscape to allow the turf and landscape to be effectively maintained under reduced water and/or reduced fertilizer applications. 1. A method for applying biochar to an area of soil prior to new turf installation from sod , where at least 75% of the particles of the biochar , measured by weight and volume , have a particle size less than or equal to 10 mm and where the method comprises the steps of: (i) applying the biochar over the area of soil in an amount ranging from 1 to 15 cubic yards per acre; and (ii) installing the sod on the surface of the area of soil.2. The method of where after applying the biochar claim 1 , the biochar is incorporated into the area of soil by tilling prior to the sod installation.3. A method for applying biochar to an area of soil prior to new turf installation or to existing turf claim 1 , where at least 75% of the particles of the biochar claim 1 , measured by weight and volume claim 1 , have a particle size less than or equal to 10 mm and where the method comprises the step of placing the biochar under the surface of the area of soil in an amount ranging from 1 to 15 cubic yards per acre.4. The method of further comprises the step of blending the biochar into the top 1-4 inches of the surface of the area of soil.5. The method of where biochar is placed in the area of soil using a device that injects the biochar into the soil.6. The method of where biochar is placed in the area of soil at a depth of approximately 1-12 inches under the soil surface.7. The method of where the biochar is placed in the area of soil in a manner such that the biochar is evenly spread over the area of soil.8. The method of where the biochar is mixed with other additives prior to application and where the mixture of biochar and additive is placed under the soil surface.9. The method of where the biochar is derived from wood.10. The method of where the biochar is derived from coconut ...

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Номер записи: 48
19-01-2017 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING BIO-PRODUCTS FROM BIOMASS USING ROTARY COMPRESSION UNIT

Номер: US20170015909A1
Автор: Heimann Nancy, Heimann Robert L., Talley Allison
Принадлежит: Enginuity Worldwide, LLC

A bio-product such as biochar, bio-coal, bio-oil, coke, and/or activated carbon material is formed by processing a starting biomass material comprising water-laden material. The starting biomass material is heated to below or above an autoignition temperature through a rotary compression unit (RCU) by generating steam through releasing unbound and bound waters in the biomass thus forming a bio-product. The biomass material being processed may be, without limitation, a woody or non-woody biomass material, such as cellulosic material and/or grain. The process can also form bio-oil from pyrolysis vapors which can be processed to other bio-products. 1. A method of producing bio-products from starting biomass materials , the method comprising the steps of: (a) providing a rotary compression unit (RCU) having a compression screw, a barrel, and optionally one or more flow disrupters mounted on an interior surface of the barrel, the screw operable to rotate at a speed to produce friction and compression to generate a desired elevated temperature within the barrel and steam from bound and unbound water within the biomass, wherein passing the biomass through the RCU forms a bio-product;', '(b) feeding the biomass material to the RCU; and', '(c) allowing the biomass material to be mixed and heated resulting from steam that is formed within the RCU from increased friction and pressure formed by rotating the compression screw;', '(d) removing the bio-product from the RCU;', '(e) cooling the bio-product; and', '(f) collecting the bio-product., 'providing a starting biomass material comprising a moisture-containing or water-laden material;'}2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the starting biomass material is either woody or non-woody biomass.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the biomass is heated to a temperature below autoignition.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein steam explosion and hydro-flaking occurs by causing cell explosion within the RCU and wherein the bio-product is ...

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Номер записи: 49
21-01-2016 дата публикации

NUTRIENT RICH COMPOSITIONS

Номер: US20160017225A1
Автор: LeJeune Mark, Morash Daniel M.
Принадлежит:

This invention relates to processes and systems for converting fresh food waste into nutrient rich hydrolysates and particulate compositions. The invention also relates to the hydrolysates and compositions useful, for example, as fertilizers, feedstock or other nutrient supplements. 1. A process for producing a nutrient rich composition from fresh food waste comprising the steps of:(a) providing fresh food waste using a highly efficient and effective collection system;(b) grinding the fresh food waste using a first grinder and optionally a second grinder to produce a fresh food waste particle slurry;(c) incubating the fresh food waste particle slurry under constant agitation by adding to said fresh food waste particle slurry a combination of enzymes comprising at least one enzyme to digest proteins, at least one enzyme to digest fats and lipids, at least one enzyme to digest cellulosic material and at least one enzyme to digest other carbohydrates and incubating the mixture at two or more temperatures ranging between about 100° F. and 130° F., to match the temperature performance curves of the enzymes wherein a third grinder, comprising a high shear mixer, is used to create shear during at least part of the incubating, whereby a hydrolysate comprising incubated fresh food waste particles is produced;(d) pasteurizing the hydrolysate to kill pathogens; and(e) separating the hydrolysate into a liquid hydrolysate and incubated fresh food particles using a coarse screen and a fine screen.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the combination of enzymes comprises at least one protease claim 1 , at least one cellulase claim 1 , at least one pectinase claim 1 , at least one lipase claim 1 , and α-amylase.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein step (d) further comprises adding a first enzyme combination comprising at least one cellulase claim 1 , and at least one lipase to the particulate fresh food waste to form an incubating mixture and increasing the temperature to a first ...

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Номер записи: 50
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for preparing coir

Номер: US20180016498A1
Автор: David Shoup
Принадлежит: Genus Industries dba Icoir Products Group LLC, Genus Industries dba Icor Products Group LLC

A method for processing coir comprising processing dry coir by shredding, hydrating the coir up to a specified moisture content, and pelletizing the coir. An apparatus for pelletizing coir comprising a metal disk having flat, cylindrical openings. A soil additive composition comprising coir, seed, basalt, root stimulant, lime, worm castings, fish meal, molasses, and polymer.

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Номер записи: 51
21-01-2021 дата публикации

BIOCHAR AS A MICROBIAL CARRIER

Номер: US20210017095A1
Автор: Belcher Richard Wilson, Buege Brian, Cheiky Michael C., Jarand Mark L., KIM Han Suk, Sills Ronald A.
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The invention relates to a microbial delivery where biochar acts as a carrier for microbes. 1. A microbial delivery system comprising:a treated biochar comprising a pore; anda microbe, wherein the microbe is retained on a surface or in a pore of the treated biochar;and wherein the treated biochar was formed by treating a biochar so as to improve or maintain the viability of the microbe retained on the surface or in the pore of the treated biochar.2. The delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the microbe is inoculated into the pore of the treated biochar.3. The delivery system of claim 2 , wherein the microbe is inoculated into the pore of the treated biochar using mechanical claim 2 , chemical claim 2 , or biological assistance to move the microbe either into the pore of the biochar or onto the surface of the biochar.4. The delivery system of claim 3 , wherein the microbe is inoculated into the pore of the biochar using the application of positive or negative pressure.5. The delivery system of claim 3 , wherein the microbe is inoculated into the pore of the biochar or on the surface of the treated biochar through integrated growth.6. The delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the microbe is retained by the treated biochar through mixing the biochar and microbe together.7. The delivery system of claim 6 , wherein the microbe is retained on the treated biochar by suspending the microbe in liquid and depositing the microbe on the biochar.8Bacillus, Pseudomonas, Rhizobium, Burkholderia, Achromobacter, Agrobacterium, Microccocus, Aereobacter, Flavobacterium, Erwinia, KlebsiellaEnterobacterBacillus mucilaginosus, Bacillus edaphicus, Bacillus circulans, PaenibacillusAcidothiobacillus ferrooxidans, Pseudomonas cepacia, Burkholderia cepacia, Klebsiella variicola, Pantoea agglomeransGlomus mosseae, Glomus intraradices, Aspergillus terreusAspergillus niger.. The delivery system of claim 1 , wherein the microbe retained by the biochar is selected from the group consisting of: claim ...

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Номер записи: 52
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Building Foundation and Soil Stabilization method and System

Номер: US20210017732A1
Автор: Hakim Omar Besim, Marawi Bassam
Принадлежит: Aquadation LLC

System and means soil stabilization and moisture control for building foundations including methods and systems for stabilization moisture in a site for building foundation by applying soil moisture stabilization material in various forms, a preferred stabilization material being a mixture of aluninosilicate Pozzolan mineral and granular material such as sand. 120-. (canceled)21. A system , comprising: 'one or more conduits located between one or more supply ends and the one or more volumetric areas located at the one or more bases of the one or more beams of the building slab, the one or more conduits configured to direct a fluid from one or more supply ends to the one or more volumetric areas located at the one or more bases of the one or more beams of the building slab.', 'a liquid distribution system configured to deliver a fluid to one or more volumetric areas located at a one or more bases of one or more beams of a building slab, wherein the liquid distribution system comprises22. The system of claim 21 , wherein:at least some portion of the volumetric areas comprises trenches formed prior to pouring or placing the building slab;the system further comprises fill material, located in the trenches under at least some of the beams of the building slab; andat least some of the conduits are arranged to deliver liquid to the fill material located in the trenches.23. The system of claim 22 , wherein the fill material comprises a soil moisture stabilization material that exhibits a moisture retention property that reduces expansion and contraction of the volumetric areas under the beams when incorporated into a soil in the volumetric areas under the beams.24. The system of claim 22 , wherein the fill material comprises a granular material to aid in dispersal of the liquid.25. The system of claim 22 , further comprising:a moisture barrier placed around at least some of the fill material in at least some of the trenches.26. The system of claim 22 , further comprising:a ...

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Номер записи: 53
26-01-2017 дата публикации

Biochar Coated Seeds

Номер: US20170022117A1
Автор: Buege Brian, Jarand Mark L., KIM Han Suk, MALYALA RAJASHEKHARAM, Thompson Timothy Alan, Traxler Vern
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The present invention provides for biochar coated particles and a method for coating the particles with biochar. 1. A coated seed , the coated seed comprising a seed substantially surrounded by one or more layers of biochar.2. The coated seed of claim 1 , where the average thickness of one or more biochar layers substantially surrounding the seed is between 0.01 and 100 times the diameter of the seed.3. The coated seed of where the biochar has been treated by the infusion of one or more liquids into pores of the biochar.4. The coated seed of where the infusion of one or more liquids into pores of the biochar is accomplished at least in part by a vacuum processing treatment.5. The coated seed of where the infusion of one or more liquids into pores of the biochar is accomplished at least in part by a surfactant infusion treatment.6. The coated seed of where the one or more layers of biochar surrounding the seed further includes a binding substance that assists with the adhesion of the one or more layers of biochar to the seed.7. The coated seed of where the binding substance is one or more substances selected from the group comprising: a starch claim 6 , sugar claim 6 , gum arabic claim 6 , cellulose claim 6 , clay claim 6 , and polymer.8. The coated seed of where the binding substance is corn starch.9. The coated seed of where the seed is one of the following seed types: grass claim 1 , corn claim 1 , wheat claim 1 , barley claim 1 , soybean claim 1 , rice claim 1 , sugar beet claim 1 , ornamental plant or vegetable.10. The coated seed of where the binding substance is either infused into pores of the biochar claim 6 , mixed with the seed and biochar claim 6 , or both.11. The coated seed of claim 1 , where the one or more layers of biochar further includes a fertilizer.12. The coated seed of where the one or more liquids infused into pores of the biochar is present in the one or more layers of the biochar coating the seed.13. A method for coating seeds with biochar ...

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Номер записи: 54
26-01-2017 дата публикации

SOIL CONDITIONER COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING LIGNOCELLULOSIC BIOMASS FERMENTATION PROCESS SYRUP

Номер: US20170022118A1
Автор: OGLE STEVEN W., Vrakas Stephanie C., WOOD DAVID WILLIAM
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Syrup produced in a lignocellulosic biomass fermentation process is used as a binder for soil conditioning materials to make an agricultural composition that is easily handled and applied. The syrup binds powdery soil conditioning materials such as lime and gypsum to form pellets or granules. 1. An agricultural composition comprising:a) a lignocellulosic syrup; andb) at least one soil conditioning material.2. The agricultural composition of wherein the syrup is a co-product of a process for the production of alcohol from a lignocellulosic biomass.3. The agricultural composition of wherein the syrup comprises:a) from about 40% to about 70% solids;b) from about 10 g/l to about 30 g/l of acetamide; andc) at least about 40 g/l of sugars;wherein the cellulosic syrup has a density of about 1 to about 2 g/cm3 and a viscosity of less than 500 SSU at 100° F. (38° C.).4. The agricultural composition of wherein the process for the production of alcohol from a cellulosic biomass uses ammonia for the pretreatment of the lignocellulosic biomass claim 2 , and the syrup contains at least about 5 g/l of ammonia.5. The agricultural composition of wherein the lignocellulosic biomass is selected from the group consisting of corn cobs claim 2 , corn stover claim 2 , grasses claim 2 , wheat straw claim 2 , barley straw claim 2 , hay claim 2 , rice straw claim 2 , switchgrass claim 2 , waste paper claim 2 , sugar cane bagasse claim 2 , sorghum plant material claim 2 , soybean plant material claim 2 , woody plants claim 2 , vegetables claim 2 , fruits claim 2 , flowers claim 2 , empty palm fruit bunch claim 2 , and energy cane.6. The agricultural composition of wherein the at least one soil conditioning material is selected from the group consisting of lime claim 1 , gypsum claim 1 , and combinations thereof.7. The agricultural composition of wherein the at least one soil conditioning material is in the form of a powder.8. The agricultural composition of wherein the syrup is between about ...

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Номер записи: 55
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Composition Comprising Calcium Magnesium Compound(s) as Compacts

Номер: US20180021980A1
Автор: Chopin Thierry, CRINIERE Guillaume
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Composition comprising at least one calcium-magnesium compound and a second compound chosen in the group consisting of BO, NaO, calcium aluminate, calcium silicate, calcium ferrite such as CaFeOor CaFeO, Al, Mg, Fe, Mn, Mo, Zn, Cu, Si, CaF, C, CaC, CaSi, CaMg, CaFe, FeMn, FeSi, FeSiMn, FeMo; TiO, an oxide or a hydroxide of molybdenum, copper, zinc, and their mixture, in the form of compacts formed with compacted and shaped particles of calcium-magnesium compounds, having a Shatter Test Index of less than 20% and the manufacturing process thereof. 1. A composition comprising at least one calcium-magnesium compound fitting the formula aCaCO.bMgCO.xCaO.yMgO.zCa(OH).tMg(OH).ul , wherein I is impurities; a , b , z , t and u each being mass fractions ≧0 and ≦50% , x and y each being mass fractions ≧0 and ≦100% , with x+y≧50% by weight , based on the total weight of said at least one calcium-magnesium compound , characterized in thatsaid at least one calcium-magnesium compound is in the form of particles, said composition has a cumulative calcium and magnesium content in the form of oxides, greater than or equal to 20% by weight based on the total weight of the composition,{'sub': 2', '3', '2', '2', '5', '2', '4', '2', '2', '2, 'said composition further comprises at least one second compound selected from the group consisting of BO, NaO, calcium aluminate, calcium silicate, calcium ferrite selected from the group consisting of CaFeOand CaFeO, metal Al, metal Mg, metal Fe, metal Mn, metal Mo, metal Zn, metal Cu, elemental Si, CaFCaC, alloys selected from the group consisting of CaSi, CaMg, CaFe, FeMn, FeSi, FeSiMn, FeMo; TiO, an oxide based on molybdenum, an oxide based on copper, an oxide based on zinc, a hydroxide based on molybdenum, a hydroxide based on copper, a hydroxide based on zinc and their mixture,'}said composition is in the form of compacts, each compact being formed with compacted and shaped particles of calcium-magnesium compounds, said compacts having a ...

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Номер записи: 56
25-01-2018 дата публикации

LOCALIZED IRRIGATION METHOD

Номер: US20180022995A1
Автор: Lecointe Charles
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The invention relates to a method for the localized irrigation of crops or planted areas whereby at least one water-soluble polymer having a molecular weight between 10,000 and 500,000 Da and containing at least one acrylamide or methacrylamide monomer is injected into the irrigation water intended for supplying a stationary localized irrigation device. 111-. (canceled)12. A method for the localized irrigation of crops or planted areas wherein at least one water-soluble polymer having a molecular weight between 10 ,000 and 500 ,000 Da and containing at least one acrylamide or methacrylamide monomer is injected into irrigation water intended for supplying a stationary localized irrigation device.13. The method according to claim 12 , wherein the at least one water-soluble polymer has a molecular weight between 25 claim 12 ,000 and 300 claim 12 ,000 Da.14. The method according to claim 12 , wherein the at least one water-soluble polymer is added to the irrigation water under conditions such that the weight concentration of the at least one water-soluble polymer in the irrigation water is between 0.1 ppm and 500 ppm.15. The method according to claim 12 , wherein the at least one water-soluble polymer is injected into the irrigation water in the form of an aqueous solution claim 12 , wherein the at least one water-soluble polymer is present in the aqueous solution at a concentration between 10 and 60% by weight.16. The method according to claim 12 , wherein the at least one water-soluble polymer contains at least 50 mol % of the acrylamide monomer or methacrylamide.17. The method according to claim 16 , wherein the at least one water-soluble polymer further contains from 1 to 50 mol % of at least one anionic monomer.18. The method according to claim 17 , wherein the at least one anionic monomer of the at least one water-soluble polymer comprises acrylic acid claim 17 , methacrylic acid claim 17 , itaconic acid claim 17 , crotonic acid claim 17 , maleic acid claim 17 , ...

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Номер записи: 57
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Method Of Supporting The Growth Of An Agricultural Crop

Номер: US20200022321A1
Автор: Jorden Vagner
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A method is disclosed of in-situ retention and buffering of an amount of water in soil to support the growth of an agricultural crop. The method comprises the step of adding an effective amount of a hydrogel material as a water retention agent during planting of seed in the soil. The hydrogel material including an insoluble, cross-linked carboxymethyl cellulose. Once penetration of water into the soil is allowed after the planting of seed, a proportion of the water which penetrates the soil is absorbed by the hydrogel material and, over time, the absorbed water is released by diffusion into the soil to support the growth of the agricultural crop. Also disclosed is the hydrogel material which comprises said carboxymethyl cellulose which has been cross-linked with a cross-linking polymer from the group consisting of: an amine monomer; an amide monomer; and an amine-amide co-polymer. 1. A method of in-situ retention and buffering of an amount of water in soil to support the growth of an agricultural crop , the method comprising the steps of:adding an effective amount of a hydrogel material as a water retention agent during planting of seed in the soil,said hydrogel material including a cross-linked carboxymethyl cellulose which, with an increasingly high degree of cross-linking becomes less soluble until reaching a point where it is insoluble, the hydrogel having a water retention capacity dependent on the extent of said cross-linking achieved; andcausing or allowing penetration of water into the soil after the planting of seed;wherein a proportion of the water which penetrates the soil is absorbed by the hydrogel material and, over time, the absorbed water is released by diffusion into the soil to support the growth of the agricultural crop.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the hydrogel material comprises said carboxymethyl cellulose which has been cross-linked with a cross-linking polymer from the group consisting of: an amine monomer; an amide monomer; ...

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Номер записи: 58
24-01-2019 дата публикации

COMPOSITE MATERIAL FOR ENRICHING NATURAL SPORTS PLAYING FIELDS

Номер: US20190023622A1
Автор: MAYES DERRICK ROBERT
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The invention herein provides a composite material suitable for the absorption of moisture in natural outside areas. More particularly, the composite material can be applied to both grassy and non-grassy natural areas to both absorb any excessive, apparent moisture therein and to also enrich the underlying earth of both grassy and non-grassy natural areas. 1. A composite material for use on a sports field , comprising:a. A nitrogen filled material; andb. A moisture absorbent material, said moisture absorbent material being bound to said nitrogen filled material.2. The composite material of wherein said nitrogen material comprises an attachment surface.3. The composite material of wherein said absorbent material is substantially attached to said attachment surface of said nitrogen material without the use of a binder.4. The composite material of wherein said nitrogen material comprises spent coffee grounds.5. The composite material of wherein said nitrogen material are spent coffee grounds.6. The composite material of wherein said nitrogen material comprises at least 1% by volume of nitrogen.7. The composite material of wherein said nitrogen material comprises at least 2% by volume of nitrogen.8. The composite material of wherein said nitrogen material comprises at least 3% by volume of nitrogen.9. The composite material of wherein said nitrogen material comprises at least 4% by volume of nitrogen.10. The composite material of wherein said absorbent material is biodegradable.11. The composite material of wherein said absorbent material is sodium polyacrylate.12. The composite material of wherein said absorbent material is potassium polyacrylate.13. The composite material of wherein said absorbent material comprises polysaccharide starch.14. The composite material of wherein said absorbent material is attached to said nitrogen material in a ratio of five to one.15. The composite material of wherein said absorbent material is attached to said nitrogen material in a ...

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Номер записи: 59
24-01-2019 дата публикации

Method for improving soil

Номер: US20190023985A1
Автор: Akihiro Tanoue, Yasuhiro Ishihara
Принадлежит: Kao Corp

The present invention is a method for improving soil, wherein a lignin decomposition product having an aldehyde yield by alkaline nitrobenzene oxidation of 5% by mass or more, a weight average molecular weight of 300 or more and 100,000 or less, and a contact angle with water is 15° or more is supplied to soil.

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Номер записи: 60
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Method for the elimination of adverse swelling of sulfate bearing soils

Номер: US20200024817A1
Автор: Huege Fred Robert
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A method is shown for reducing the adverse swelling action of sulfates in clay bearing soils during lime stabilization by treating soils having high sulfate content with a soluble aluminum compound that can react with the sulfate ions in the soil to form ettringite or other swelling species during the initial reaction with lime stabilization prior to compaction and paving of the lime treated soil. The amount of soluble aluminum ions added to the soil is determined by the concentration of sulfate in the soil and the other soil parameters such as the soils PI, clay type, etc. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. An improved method for reducing the adverse delayed swelling action of soluble sulfates present in clay bearing soils comprising the steps of: first , the addition of a soluble aluminum ion compound into the soils in an amount effective to rapidly react with soluble sulfates present in the soils with the further addition of calcium hydroxide ions added to the soil by the process of lime stabilization which with this addition of soluble aluminum ions and soluble calcium ions to the sulfate containing soil will immediately start the formation of ettringite and/or other swelling calcium alumina sulfate hydrate species prior to the compaction and pavement of the soil and thus eliminated the adverse delayed sulfate swelling of the compacted soil.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the soluble aluminum ion compound is selected from the group consisting of but not limited to aluminum chloride claim 7 , aluminum nitrate claim 7 , sodium aluminate claim 7 , and other soluble aluminum compounds.9. The method of claim 7 , where the improved method for eliminating the adverse swell potential of stabilized sulfate soils is based on the rapid formation of the swelling ettringite before the calcium hydroxide can solubilize the aluminum ions from the clay aluminosilicate minerals in the soil which is a long term process that can take ...

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Номер записи: 61
28-01-2021 дата публикации

BARK AND WOOD FIBER GROWING MEDIUM

Номер: US20210024825A1
Автор: BOWERS Gary Lane, SPITTLE Kevin Scott
Принадлежит: PROFILE PRODUCTS L.L.C.

A method for making a growing medium includes a step of combining tree bark and/or wood components together to form an initial composition; heating the initial composition to a temperature greater than about 149° C. under steam in a pressurized vessel; processing the initial composition through a refiner with a plurality of opposing disks to obtain the fibrous growing medium, the refiner separating fibers from each other; wherein the growing medium has total porosity of 88 volume % or more. 1. A growing medium comprising:about 20 to about 70 weight % fibrous tree bark, based on the total weight of the growing medium; andabout 30 to about 80 weight % fibrous wood components, based on the total weight of the growing medium,{'sup': 3', '3, 'wherein the growing medium has a dry bulk density of about 48 kg/mor lower and wet bulk density of about 120 kg/mor lower.'}2. The growing medium of claim 1 , wherein the growing medium has a total porosity of 88 volume % or more.3. The growing medium of claim 1 , wherein the growing medium has a total porosity of 95 volume % or more.4. The growing medium of claim 2 , wherein water holding capacity of the growing medium according to ASTM D7367-14 is about 400 to 1000 weight % claim 2 , based on the total weight of the growing medium.5. The growing medium of claim 1 , wherein 62.3-79.5% of the fibrous tree bark and the fibrous wood components have a particle size less than 2380 μm and greater than 150 μm.6. The growing medium of claim 4 , wherein the growing medium comprises about 10.1-25.0 weight % fibrous tree bark and fibrous wood components claim 4 , based on the total weight of the growing medium claim 4 , having a particle size greater than 710 μm and less than 1180 μm.7. The growing medium of claim 4 , further comprising at least one of fertilizer(s) claim 4 , macronutrient(s) claim 4 , micronutrient(s) claim 4 , mineral(s) claim 4 , chemical binder(s) claim 4 , natural gum(s) claim 4 , interlocking manmade fiber(s) claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 62
02-02-2017 дата публикации

STABILIZING COMPOSITION TO STABILIZE CLAY LAND AND CLAY SOILS, ITS METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND STABILIZATION OF CLAY LAND AND CLAY SOILS

Номер: US20170030031A1
Автор: STRZELECKI Stanislaw, SZAFERT Slawomir, VOGT Andrzej
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The composition for stabilizing clay-loam soils in the form of a liquid solution includes at least one multifunctional organic compound in the form of derivatives of aromatic or heterocyclic, or alicyclic, or aliphatic compounds, in an amount of 20-40% by weight of the total composition. There is at least one acidic surfactant in an amount of 2-10% by weight of the total composition. There is at least one trivalent metal compound in an amount of 1.0-2.5% by weight of the total composition. There is also sulphuric acid, in an amount of up to 100% by weight of the total composition. The method of preparation and the method of stabilizing clay-loam soils involve the composition. 1. A composition for stabilizing clay-loam soils in the form of a liquid solution , comprising:at least one multifunctional organic compound comprised of derivatives of one of group consisting of aromatic compounds, heterocyclic compounds, and alicyclic compounds, in an amount of 20-40% by weight;at least one acidic surfactant in an amount of 2-10% by weight;at least one trivalent metal compound in an amount of 1.0-2.5% by weight; andsulphuric acid, in an amount of up to 100% by weight.2. A The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said multifunctional organic compounds comprises at least two acidic and donor functional groups or functional groups having the capability of reacting with the soil colloids with at least van der Waals forces claim 1 , and preferably forming hydrogen bonds.3. The composition according to claim 2 , wherein said multifunctional organic compounds comprises at least one sulphonic group and at least one group selected from: phenolic groups claim 2 , thiolic groups claim 2 , carboxylic groups claim 2 , thiocarboxylic groups claim 2 , ester (—COOR) amides and/or alcohol (—OH) amides claim 2 , a primary (—CONH2) amide claim 2 , secondary (—CONHR) amides claim 2 , nitrosilic (—NO) groups claim 2 , nitric (—NO2) groups claim 2 , ketone (C═O) groups claim 2 , quinone (—CO ...

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Номер записи: 63
04-02-2016 дата публикации

METHOD AND SYSTEM TO MANUFACTURE NATIVE SOIL FLOWABLE FILL

Номер: US20160032549A1
Автор: Buckner Don M.
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A method to manufacture native soil flowable fill includes hydro excavating native soil to form a hole at a first excavation, and transferring the native soil from the first excavation to a mixing tank. The method also includes adding a pozzolan component, cement and water to the mixing tank, mixing the native soil in the mixing tank with the added pozzolan component, cement and water to form the native soil flowable fill, and transferring the native soil flowable fill back to the first excavation and into the hole. 1. A method to manufacture a native soil flowable fill , the method comprising:hydro excavating native soil to form a hole at a first excavation;transferring the native soil from the first excavation to a mixing tank;adding a pozzolan component, cement and water to the mixing tank;mixing the native soil in the mixing tank with the added pozzolan component, cement and water to form the native soil flowable fill; andtransferring the native soil flowable fill back to the first excavation into the hole.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the native soil flowable fill comprises 30-90% by weight of native soil claim 1 , 0-50% by weight of the added pozzolan component claim 1 , 0-50% by weight of the cement claim 1 , and 10-45% by weight of the water.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein an amount claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , of the added pozzolan component added to the native soil flowable fill comprises a function of an amount claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , of siliceous material present in the native soil when transferred to the mixing tank.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein an amount claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , of the water added to the native soil flowable fill is a function of an amount claim 1 , by weight claim 1 , of water present with the native soil when transferred to the mixing tank.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:using pressurized water to dislodge the native soil; andusing a vacuum hose with suction to excavate the native soil and the ...

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Номер записи: 64
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Method for application of biochar in turf grass and landscaping environments

Номер: US20220048831A1
Автор: Brian Buege, Han Suk Kim, Mark L. Jarand, Neil Christopher Wahlgren, Ranko Bontchev, Richard W. Wilson, Timothy Alan THOMPSON, Vern S. Traxler
Принадлежит: Carbon Technology Holdings LLC

The present invention relates to a method for applying biochar to turf and landscape to allow the turf and landscape to be effectively maintained under reduced water and/or reduced fertilizer applications.

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Номер записи: 65
31-01-2019 дата публикации

WATER-ABSORBING AND WATER-RETAINING MULTI-NUTRIENT BIODEGRADABLE POLYMERIC SLOW/CONTROLLED RELEASE FERTILIZER HAVING A SEMI-INTERPENETRATING NETWORK STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190031574A1
Автор: Liu Yaqing, Xiang Yang, Zhao Guizhe
Принадлежит: NORTH UNIVERSITY OF CHINA

This disclosure relates to water-absorbing and slow/controlled release fertilizer, in particular to a water-absorbing and water-retaining multi-nutrient biodegradable polymeric slow/controlled release fertilizer having a semi-interpenetrating network structure, and preparation methods thereof. The method can comprises the steps of: reacting formaldehyde with urea to obtain a hydroxymethyl urea solution; adding acrylic acid and acrylamide monomers into another reactor, and adding a KOH solution to adjust the neutralization degree of acrylic acid, then adding one of inorganic clay, pretreated crop straw or cellulose, then adding initiator, monopotassium phosphate and the prepared hydroxymethyl urea solution sequentially; allowing to react at temperature after being mixed uniformly to obtain a viscous product; and granulating the viscous product and oven drying the same to obtain the fertilizer. The fertilizer prepared according to the present invention has strong water-absorbing and water-retaining capacity, and an excellent slow release performance for nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium contained as nutrients. 1. A water-absorbing and water-retaining multi-nutrient biodegradable polymeric slow/controlled release fertilizer having a semi-interpenetrating network structure , wherein the fertilizer comprises a high polymer having a semi-interpenetrating network structure , said semi-interpenetrating network structure of the high polymer being such that a polymeric slow/controlled release fertilizer (PRF) molecular chain is interposed in a composite water-absorbing resin network;wherein said composite water-absorbing resin is of a three-dimensional spatial network structure formed by graft copolymerization of acrylic acid and acrylamide with inorganic clay or pretreated crop straw or cellulose under the action of an initiator and a crosslinking agent.2. The water-absorbing and water-retaining multi-nutrient biodegradable polymeric slow/controlled release fertilizer ...

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Номер записи: 66
30-01-2020 дата публикации

BARK AND WOOD FIBER GROWING MEDIUM

Номер: US20200032141A1
Автор: BOWERS Gary Lane, SPITTLE Kevin Scott
Принадлежит: PROFILE PRODUCTS L.L.C.

A method for making a growing medium includes a step of combining tree bark and/or wood components together to form an initial composition; heating the initial composition to a temperature greater than about 149° C. under steam in a pressurized vessel; processing the initial composition through a refiner with a plurality of opposing disks to obtain the fibrous growing medium, the refiner separating fibers from each other; wherein the growing medium has total porosity of 88 volume % or more. 1. A growing medium comprising:about 20 to about 70 weight % fibrous tree bark, based on the total weight of the growing medium; andabout 30 to about 80 weight % fibrous wood components, based on the total weight of the growing medium,{'sup': 3', '3, 'wherein the growing medium has a dry bulk density of about 48 kg/mor lower and wet bulk density of about 120 kg/mor lower.'}2. The growing medium of claim 1 , wherein the growing medium has a total porosity of 88 volume % or more.3. The growing medium of claim 1 , wherein the growing medium has a total porosity of 95 volume % or more.4. The growing medium of claim 2 , wherein water holding capacity of the growing medium according to ASTM D7367-14 is about 400 to 1000 weight % claim 2 , based on the total weight of the growing medium.5. The growing medium of claim 1 , wherein 62.3-79.5% of the fibrous tree bark and the fibrous wood components have a particle size less than 2380 μm and greater than 150 μm.6. The growing medium of claim 4 , wherein the growing medium comprises about 10.1-25.0 weight % fibrous tree bark and fibrous wood components claim 4 , based on the total weight of the growing medium claim 4 , having a particle size greater than 710 μm and less than 1180 μm.7. The growing medium of claim 4 , further comprising at least one of fertilizer(s) claim 4 , macronutrient(s) claim 4 , micronutrient(s) claim 4 , mineral(s) claim 4 , chemical binder(s) claim 4 , natural gum(s) claim 4 , interlocking manmade fiber(s) claim 4 , ...

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Номер записи: 67
04-02-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR IMPROVING TOBACCO-PLANTING SOIL BY USING BIOCHAR

Номер: US20210032538A1
Автор: CHEN Yi, Cheng Jianzhong, Gao Weichang, Lee Xinqing, Pan Wenjie, Tang Yuan
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The present invention provides a method for improving tobacco-planting soil by using biochar, and belongs to the technical field of soil improvement. The method includes the following steps: (1) carbonizing agricultural and forestry waste to obtain biochar; (2) pulverizing the biochar to obtain a biochar particle; and (3) mixing the biochar particle with a plow layer of the tobacco-planting soil to obtain biochar-improved soil. Compared with tobacco-planting soil that is not added with the biochar (control), the method provided by the present invention greatly increases carbon and nitrogen contents of the tobacco-planting soil, and significantly increases moisture and available potassium contents of the tobacco-planting soil, which is beneficial to ensure the sorption of soil moisture and nutrients by the tobacco plant. The biochar prepared by the present invention has strong stability and can interact with the soil for a long time, and also has good effects on ameliorating soil compaction and improving the aeration performance or the like, thus helping to eliminate or reduce an environmental factor that is not conducive to the growth of tobacco caused by an obstacle of continuous cropping and significantly increase the biomass of the tobacco plant. 1. A method for improving tobacco-planting soil by using biochar , comprising the following steps:(1) carbonizing agricultural and forestry waste to obtain biochar;(2) pulverizing the biochar to obtain a biochar particle; and(3) mixing the biochar particle with a plow layer of the tobacco-planting soil to obtain biochar-improved soil.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein in the step (1) claim 1 , the agricultural and forestry waste comprises one or more of tobacco straw claim 1 , corn straw claim 1 , rape straw claim 1 , rice straw claim 1 , peanut shell claim 1 , wood chip and Chinese medicine residue.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein in the step (1) claim 1 , the carbonization method comprises: ...

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Номер записи: 68
09-02-2017 дата публикации

METHOD FOR COMPREHENSIVELY PROCESSING BROWN COAL AND LEONARDITE INTO HUMIC FERTILIZERS AND PREPARATIONS AND INTO FUEL BRIQUETTES, AND MECHANOCHEMICAL REACTOR FOR PROCESSING HIGHLY-VISCOUS MEDIA

Номер: US20170036967A1
Автор: "SEVASTYANOV Vladimir Petrovich", "VARYGIN Vitalij Nikolaevich", PETROV Aleksej Ivanovich, RABENKO Lev Iosifovich, TOROP Konstantin Nikolaevich
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A method for comprehensively processing coal-type caustobiolites, predominantly brown coal and leonardite, into humic organic and organomineral fertilizers and intor preparations producing fuel briquettes, including carrying out main processes in a continuous flow; carrying out leaching processes based on aqueous solutions with hydromodules of close to 2, carrying out acidification processes with the formation of humic acid released from a liquid phase into a heavy phase of a coagulated pulp, carrying out mechanical phase separation processes in a centrifugal field, carrying out liquid-phase mechanoactivation and the dispersion of reaction compositions via grinding, using residual “water” in recycling, and including the production of water-soluble humic acids and fuel briquettes and allowing for the production of a wide range of products; preliminarily grinding raw materials to a 03 mm class, and cleaning and electrochemically softening water in preparing reaction aqueous solutions; using a liquid-phase raw material oxidation process, and using liquid-phase mechanoactivation and/or mechanochemical activation, with the dispersion of reaction compositions by means of grinding and by means of dynamically shifting layers having statistical shift rate components, of a medium to be processed, which range from single-digit meters per second to tens of meters per second; accompanying said mechanoactivation with the dosed input into said medium of 1040 MJ of mechanical energy per cubic meter, with the stabilization of said dosing regardless of the drift of all other parameters in said medium to be processed; wherein, said grinding and shifting processes are formed by means of statistical and dynamic characteristics; in this way, a dynamic hydro-pulse effect on a medium to be processed is carried out within a range of frequencies floating between infrasound and frequencies bordering on ultrasound, wherein the processing is carried out beginning with higher frequencies; in ...

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Номер записи: 69
09-02-2017 дата публикации

Ozonized biochar compositions and methods of making and using the same

Номер: US20170036983A1
Автор: James Weifu Lee
Принадлежит: Individual

Ozonized biochar compositions and methods for creating advanced hydrophilic biochar materials are provided with higher cation exchange capacity, optimized pH, improved wettability, and free of potential toxic components. These ozonized biochar compositions are used as filtration materials, as biochar soil additives and as carbon sequestration agents to help control climate change for energy and environmental sustainability on Earth.

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Номер записи: 70
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Soil Additives for Promoting Seed Germination, for Prevention of Evaporation and Methods for Use

Номер: US20180037816A1
Автор: Galder Cristobal, Jean-Christophe Castaing, Pascal Metivier, PengFei JI, Zhiyun Chen
Принадлежит: Rhodia Operations SAS

Disclosed are methods of improving germination rates of plants/crops, as well as preventing or arresting water evaporation loss from targeted soil areas, which allows for improved water usage efficiency by crops, plants, grasses, vegetation, etc.

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Номер записи: 71
12-02-2015 дата публикации

MINERAL COMPLEX, COMPOSITIONS THEREOF, AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Номер: US20150043973A1
Автор: Cannock Justin
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The invention provides inter alia a mineral complex comprising about 40 wt. % to about 60 wt. % SiO, about 6 wt. % to about 16 wt. % FeO, about 4 wt. % to about 12 wt. %. CaO, about 2 wt. % to about 8 wt. % MgO, wherein at least 85% of the mineral complex has a particle size of about 10 to about 6000 mesh, related compositions and methods for their use, including for growth medium augmentation and remediation. 143-. (canceled)45. The process of claim 44 , wherein the composition is applied onto the soil in an amount sufficient to provide for application of mineral complex thereto in an amount ranging from about 200 lbs per acre to about 3 claim 44 ,000 lbs per acre.46. The process of claim 44 , wherein the composition further comprises a binder.47. The process of claim 44 , wherein the composition further comprises a fertilizing agent.48. The process of claim 44 , wherein the composition further comprises mulch.49. The process of claim 44 , wherein the composition further comprises water.50. The process of claim 44 , wherein at least about 85% of the mineral complex has an average particle size from about 10 to about 6000 mesh.51. The process of claim 44 , wherein the soil is sand claim 44 , silt claim 44 , clay claim 44 , or a combination thereof.52. The process of claim 44 , wherein the composition is applied onto the soil by spraying.53. The process of claim 49 , wherein the composition is applied onto the soil by spraying.54. The process of claim 50 , wherein at least about 85% of the mineral complex has an average particle size from about 200 to about 400 mesh. This patent application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/323,139, filed Apr. 12, 2010, and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/352,464, filed on Jun. 8, 2010, which are incorporated by reference.Growth media, which includes soil and water, are essential for nutrient-dense production of a variety of cultivars, such as those suitable for human and livestock feed. In ...

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Номер записи: 72
07-02-2019 дата публикации

Novel Modified Acid Compositions as Alternatives to Conventional Acids in the Oil and Gas Industry

Номер: US20190040298A1
Автор: PURDY Clay, WEISSENBERGER Markus
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An aqueous modified acid composition for industrial activities, said composition comprising: an alkanolamine and strong acid in a molar ratio of not less than 1:15, preferably not less than 1:10; it can also further comprise a metal iodide or iodate. Said composition demonstrates advantages over known conventional acids and modified acids. 1. An aqueous modified acid composition comprising:a mineral acid and an alkanolamine in a molar ratio of not more than 15:1.2. A aqueous modified acid composition comprising:hydrochloric acid and an alkanolamine in a molar ratio of not more than 15:1.3. The aqueous modified acid composition according to claim 2 , wherein the hydrochloric acid and alkanolamine are present in a molar ratio of not more than 10:1.4. The aqueous modified acid composition according to claim 2 , wherein the hydrochloric acid and alkanolamine are present in a molar ratio of not more than 7.0:1.5. The aqueous modified acid composition according to claim 2 , wherein the hydrochloric acid and alkanolamine are present in a molar ratio of not more than 4.1:1.6. The aqueous modified acid composition according to claim 2 , wherein the hydrochloric acid and alkanolamine are present in a molar ratio of not less than 3:1.7. The aqueous modified acid composition according to any one of to claim 2 , wherein the alkanolamine is selected from the group consisting of: monoethanolamine; diethanolamine; triethanolamine and combinations thereof.8. The aqueous modified acid composition according to any one of to claim 2 , wherein the alkanolamine is monoethanolamine.9. The aqueous modified acid composition according to any one of to claim 2 , wherein the alkanolamine is diethanolamine.10. The aqueous modified acid composition according to any one of to claim 2 , further comprising a metal iodide or iodate.11. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the mineral acid is selected from the group consisting of: HCl claim 1 , nitric acid claim 1 , sulfuric acid claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 73
18-02-2021 дата публикации

COMPOSITION FOR A SPORTS SURFACE, IN PARTICULAR FOR AN EQUESTRIAN SPORT, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH A COMPOSITION

Номер: US20210047565A1
Автор: BELLIARD Patrick
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The present invention relates to a composition for the production of a sports surface, especially for equestrian sports, advantageously comprising at least 50% by mass of sand, optionally at least one filler, and at most 10% by mass of an organic coating comprising at least one flexible polymer A having a tensile modulus less than or equal to 1 MPa at room temperature, as well as a process for manufacturing such a composition. 116-. (canceled)17. A composition , comprising:at least 50% by mass of sand;at most 10% by mass of an organic coating comprising at least one flexible polymer A having a tensile modulus less than or equal to 1 MPa at room temperature, andwherein the composition does not comprise waxes and oils.18. The composition according to claim 17 , comprising at least one filler.19. The composition according to claim 17 , wherein the polymer A has a glass transition temperature of less than or equal to 10° C.20. The composition according to claim 17 , wherein the polymer A has an elongation at break of greater than or equal to 300%.21. The composition according to claim 17 , wherein the polymer A has a degradation temperature greater than or equal to 180° C.22. The composition according to claim 17 , wherein the polymer A comprises repeat units resulting from the polymerization of at least one monomer comprising (meth)acrylate and/or (meth)acrylic functions.23. The composition according to claim 17 , wherein the polymer A is selected from the list consisting of: a (meth)acrylic acid (co)polymer claim 17 , (co)polymer of a (meth)acrylic acid and of a repeat unit comprising one or more aromatic ring(s) claim 17 , an alkyl (meth)acrylate (co)polymer; a styrene-(meth)acrylic acid-alkyl (meth)acrylate copolymer claim 17 , a copolymer of (meth)acrylic acid and styrene claim 17 , a (co)polymer of (meth)acrylate and fatty alcohol claim 17 , a (co)polymer of (meth)acrylate and of poly-terpene derivatives claim 17 , or a mixture thereof.24. The composition ...

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Номер записи: 74
18-02-2021 дата публикации

NATURALLY DYED MULCH AND GROWING MEDIA

Номер: US20210047566A1
Автор: BOWERS Gary Lane, SPITTLE Kevin Scott
Принадлежит: PROFILE PRODUCTS, L.L.C.

A method for making a dyed mulch composition or a dyed growing medium, the method comprising combining tree bark including one or more pigments and/or pigment precursors and wood components together to form an initial composition; heating the initial composition at a temperature greater than about 149° C. under steam in a pressurized vessel; processing the initial composition through a refiner with a plurality of opposing disks, the refiner separating the tree bark and wood components into fibers and separating the fibers from each other; and dyeing the wood components by the one or more pigments and/or pigment precursors while the tree bark and the wood components are being separated into fibers in the refiner to obtain dyed fibers. 1. The naturally-dyed mulch or growing medium according claim 7 , wherein moisture of the tree bark is about 30% to 60% measured according to ASTM D4442-07.2. The naturally-dyed mulch or growing medium according to claim 7 , wherein the wood components include wood fibers and/or wood chips.3. The naturally-dyed mulch or growing medium according to claim 11 , wherein the mulch composition or the growing medium has a color with a dominant wavelength from about 620 nm to about 750 nm relative to a white illuminate.4. The method according to claim 7 , wherein the naturally-dyed mulch or growing medium further comprises tree bark from at least one of a tree selected from the group consisting of oak claim 7 , walnut claim 7 , mahogany claim 7 , hemlock claim 7 , Douglas fir claim 7 , Colorado fir claim 7 , alder claim 7 , elm claim 7 , birch claim 7 , Sitka spruce claim 7 , eucalyptus claim 7 , sycamore claim 7 , maple claim 7 , cedar claim 7 , sweetgum claim 7 , crab apple claim 7 , ash claim 7 , weeping willow claim 7 , sassafras claim 7 , mulberry claim 7 , and combinations thereof.5. The naturally-dyed mulch or growing medium according to claim 7 , wherein the dyed wood fiber has a light-fastness of up to three months measured according ...

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Номер записи: 75
15-02-2018 дата публикации

PORTABLE HYDROSEEDER SEED, MULCH AND FERTILIZER WATER DISSOLVABLE PACKET

Номер: US20180044253A1
Автор: Crivello Anthony Michael
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A self-contained hydroseeding packet that can be quickly loaded into a portable hydroseeder having seed, mulch and fertilizer in a predetermined ratio bound by a tacifier. The seed, mulch and fertilizer dissolve into a slurry when combined with water. Optionally, the packet can have a color to identify areas previously seeded. The seed, fertilizer, and mulch are bound by a water soluble binding agent and is biodegradable. 1. A self-contained hydroseeding packet comprising of seed , mulch , fertilizer , optional color , and tacifier or binding agent , that when combined with water dissolves into a slurry for use in a portable hydroseeding system , the packet comprising:a) a water dissolvable membrane selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl alcohol, gelatin, soap, glue, water dissolvable paper, wax and a binder;b) a seed containing a plant contained in the water dissolvable membrane;c) a mulch containing a fiber contained in the water dissolvable membrane;d) a fertilizer contained in the water dissolvable membrane,where the seed, mulch and fertilizer dissolve into a slurry when combined with water,and where the seed, fertilizer, and mulch are bound by a binding agent;e) a color to identify areas previously seeded contained in the water dissolvable membrane;f.) a tacifier contained in the water dissolvable membrane; andg) a water soluble and biodegradable binder contained in the water dissolvable membrane.2. The hydroseeding packet of claim 1 , where the packet comprises mixture of seed claim 1 , fertilizer and mulch so that the packet can be quickly loaded into a portable hydroseeder.3. The hydroseeding packet of claim 1 , where the binding agent can be selected from the group consisting of water-soluble paper claim 1 , polyvinyl alcohol claim 1 , quick-dissolving gelatin claim 1 , and starch.4. The hydroseeding packet of claim 3 , where an amount of seed claim 3 , mulch and fertilizer are combined in the hydroseeding packet in a predetermined ratio.5. The ...

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Номер записи: 76
16-02-2017 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR MAKING PELLET PRODUCT FOR USE IN SOIL NEUTRALIZATION AND OTHER APPLICATIONS

Номер: US20170044346A1
Автор: Waters John Hinton
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Recycled carpet mineral filler material is processed to form pellets that can be used in a variety of applications, such as an agricultural lime product, an asphalt paving additive, a loss control material, or cat litter. Used carpet undergoes a shredding process separating valuable resin fibers from the mineral filler and the residual glue. The mineral filler/residual glue undergoes a screening process and then a pelletizing process to produce an agricultural lime product. A liquid or dry adhesive binder can be added to facilitate compaction of the mineral filler in such a manner as to form a pellet, which reduces dust and increases the ease of handling. 1. A cat litter pellet made by a process comprising:(a) providing a used carpet material comprising reusable carpet fibers and an adhesive material comprising an adhesive and a mineral filler;(b) shredding the used carpet material and separating the reusable carpet fibers from the adhesive material;(c) compressing the adhesive material into a dense piece; and(d) forming the dense piece into a pellet adapted for use as cat litter.2. The cat litter pellet according to claim 1 , wherein the cat litter pellet has a size of +1 millimeter to −6 millimeter mesh.3. The cat litter pellet according to claim 1 , wherein the step of forming the dense piece into a pellet adapted for use as cat litter comprises:(a) granulating the dense piece into smaller pieces; and(b) screening the smaller pieces to produce a pellet having a size of +1 millimeter to −6 millimeter mesh.4. The cat litter pellet according to claim 1 , wherein the mineral filler comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate.5. The cat litter pellet according to claim 1 , wherein the step of compressing the adhesive material into a dense piece comprises mixing the adhesive material with a binding agent adapted for facilitating compression of the adhesive material.6. The cat litter pellet according to claim 5 ...

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Номер записи: 77
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Surfactant Concentrates For Promoting Soil Humidification And Plant Growth

Номер: US20170044434A1
Автор: Baur Peter, Klug Peter
Принадлежит: CLARIANT INTERNATIONAL LTD.

An aqueous composition which contains (a) one or more alkyl glucamides of the formula (I), wherein R1 represents a linear or branched alkyl group having 5 to 9 carbon atoms, R2 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, and (b) water, is suitable for improving soil humidification. 2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein Ris a linear or branched alkyl group having 7 to 9 carbon atoms and Ris a methyl group.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the at least one alkyl glucamide of the formula (I) is a mixture of octyl-N-methylglucamide claim 1 , R=C-alkyl claim 1 , and decyl-N-methylglucamide claim 1 , R=C-alkyl claim 1 , where the fraction of octyl-N-methylglucamide is 10 to 90% by weight claim 1 , and the fraction of decyl-N-methylglucamide is 10 to 90% by weight claim 1 , based on the total amount of the alkylglucamides present in this mixture.4. The method claimed in claim 1 , wherein the fraction of the at least one alkylglucamide of the formula (I) is a) 1 to 80% by weight claim 1 , based on the total weight of the composition.5. The method as claimed in claim 1 , where the aqueous composition is a concentrate and comprisesa) 10 to 70% by weight of the at least one N alkylglucamide of the formula (I),b) 10 to 60% by weight of water,c) 0 to 10% by weight of polyol,d) 0 to 20% by weight, of one or more viscosity regulators,e) 0 to 10% by weight of one or more antifoams,f) 0 to 30% by weight, of one or more further surfactants andg) 0 to 10% by weight, of one or more auxiliaries.6. The method as claimed in claim 1 , where the aqueous composition claim 1 , further comprises at least one surfactant claim 1 , selected from the group consisting of alkyl (poly)glycoside compounds claim 1 , ethylene oxide/propylene oxide block copolymers claim 1 , modified polyglycerol esters claim 1 , comprising one or more structural units derived froma) glycerol,b) at least one dicarboxylic acid and {'br': None, 'sup': '1', 'RCOOH\u2003\u2003(1)'}, 'c) at least ...

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Номер записи: 78
08-05-2014 дата публикации

SOIL FIXATION, DUST SUPPRESSION AND WATER RETENTION

Номер: US20140126966A1
Автор: Carlson William Brenden, Phelan Gregory D.
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A method for at least temporarily retaining moisture in a soil-based substrate includes applying an acrylamide pyranose polymer to the soil-based substrate. 2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the acrylamide pyranose polymer comprises one or more of beads claim 1 , pellets claim 1 , chunks and particles.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the applying comprises one or more of spraying claim 1 , dusting claim 1 , atomizing and sprinkling the acrylamide pyranose polymer as a solid claim 1 , solution claim 1 , or suspension onto the soil-based substrate.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the applying comprises mixing the acrylamide pyranose polymer into the soil-based substrate.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the acrylamide pyranose polymer comprises a solution claim 1 , a suspension claim 1 , or a gel of the acrylamide pyranose polymer.68-. (canceled)9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the soil-based substrate comprises one or more of a soil substrate claim 1 , a topsoil substrate claim 1 , a subsoil substrate claim 1 , a potting soil substrate claim 1 , a mud substrate claim 1 , a clay substrate claim 1 , a sand substrate claim 1 , a gravel substrate claim 1 , a rock substrate claim 1 , a stone substrate claim 1 , a concrete substrate claim 1 , a cement substrate claim 1 , and an asphalt substrate.1011-. (canceled)12. The method of claim 1 , wherein each R is individually H or methyl.13. The method of claim 1 , wherein the acrylamide-pyranose polymer further comprises a repeat unit that includes a cross-linking moiety.1516-. (canceled)18. The kit of claim 17 , wherein the acrylamide pyranose polymer comprises one or more of beads claim 17 , pellets claim 17 , chunks and particles.19. The kit of claim 17 , wherein the container is configured for spraying claim 17 , dusting claim 17 , atomizing or sprinkling of the acrylamide pyranose polymer as a solid claim 17 , solution claim 17 , or suspension onto the soil-based substrate.20. The kit of claim 17 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 79
22-02-2018 дата публикации

AMERICAN HIGH-TECH EARTH SOIL RECOVERY METHOD

Номер: US20180049373A1
Автор: TSAY ERVIN HEN, WU YU TUNG
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An American high-tech earth soil recovery method, characterized in that, the earth soil contains 108 soil trace elements, comprising the following steps: preparing a powder of nano-particles for the soil trace elements; and spraying the powder into soil infertile, acidified, or contaminated by heavy metals, and through an antagonistic (exchange) effect of the soil trace elements incurred by the powder (electrolyte) potential, the earth soil is recovered, so that in growing a crop, even if the earth soil is contaminated by heavy metals, the heavy metals are not absorbed, and the crop grows by absorbing the added soil trace elements in the soil. Through the inter-molecular antagonism/coordination/absorption/penetration, the earth soil structure is restored, to recover the earth soil for repeated usages, hereby strengthening constitution of a crop, and raising its quality and yield. 1. An American high-tech earth soil recovery method , characterized in that , earth soil contains 108 soil trace elements , comprising the following steps:preparing a powder of nanoparticles for the soil trace elements; andspraying the powder onto the earth soil infertile, acidified, or contaminated by heavy metals, and through an antagonistic (exchange) effect of the soil trace elements incurred by the powder (electrolyte) potential, the earth soil is recovered, so that in growing a crop, even if the earth soil is contaminated by heavy metals, the heavy metals are not absorbed, and the crop grows by absorbing the added soil trace elements in the earth soil.2. The American high-tech earth soil recovery method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the powder contains 26 active soil trace elements that are quantified claim 1 , and that include: iron (Fe) claim 1 , nickel (Ni) claim 1 , manganese (Mn) claim 1 , copper (Cu) claim 1 , zinc (Zn) claim 1 , boron (B) claim 1 , molybdenum (Mo) claim 1 , chlorine (Cl) claim 1 , oxygen (O) claim 1 , sodium (Na) claim 1 , magnesium (Mg) claim 1 , aluminum ( ...

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Номер записи: 80
13-02-2020 дата публикации

Method for manufacturing of a growing medium

Номер: US20200047228A1
Автор: Martti Kivioja
Принадлежит: Suomen Biokiertotuote Oy

A method for manufacturing a growing medium, the method including feeding biomass and biochar to a crusher and feeding a probiotic solution and a mixture obtained from the crusher, having a particle size of less than 25 mm, to a conveyor. The particle size of the biochar is 0.01-2.5 mm and the biochar is used in an amount of 0.05-7 vol-% of the biomass. The probiotic solution includes lactic bacteria, photosynthetic bacteria and at least one yeast, and the probiotic solution is used in an amount of 0.1-2 vol-% of the biomass. Additionally, a distillate obtained from a manufacture of the biochar is fed to the crusher and/or the conveyor.

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Номер записи: 81
25-02-2021 дата публикации

METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF BIOCHAR IN TURF GRASS AND LANDSCAPING ENVIRONMENTS

Номер: US20210053886A9
Автор: Bontchev Ranko Panayotov, Buege Brian, Jarand Mark L., KIM Han Suk, Thompson Timothy Alan, Traxler Vern S, Wahlgren Neil Christopher, Wilson Richard W.
Принадлежит: Cool Planet Energy Systems, Inc.

The present invention relates to a method for applying biochar to turf and landscape to allow the turf and landscape to be effectively maintained under reduced water and/or reduced fertilizer applications. 1. A method for applying biochar to an area of soil prior to transplanting a plant , the method comprises the steps of:removing soil to create a hole for the plant;mixing the removed soil with biochar to a final concentration of 1 to 30% by volume of carbonaceous particles to soil;placing the plant in the hole; andbackfilling the hole with said mixture of soil and biochar.2. The method of where the mixture includes other additives beneficial to plants.3. A method for applying porous carbonaceous particles to a container or bed prior to planting a seed or plant claim 1 , the method comprises the steps of:mixing soil with the porous carbonaceous particles to a final concentration of 1 to 30% by volume of carbonaceous particles to soil;placing said mixture of soil and carbonaceous particles in the container or bed; andplanting the seed or plant in said mixture. This application is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/184,763, filed Jun. 16, 2016, titled METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF BIOCHAR IN A TURF GRASS AND LANDSCAPING ENVIRONMENTS, which application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/186,876 filed Jun. 30, 2015 titled BIOCHAR COATED SEEDS and to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/180,525 filed Jun. 16, 2015 titled METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF BIOCHAR IN TURF GRASS ENVIRONMENT and U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/290,026 filed Feb. 2, 2016 titled BIOCHAR AGGREGATE PARTICLES, which application Ser. No. 15/184,763 is also is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/385,986 filed on May 29, 2012 (now U.S. Pat. No. 9,493,380), titled Method for Enhancing Soil Growth Using Bio-Char which is a 371 of PCT/US12/39862 filed on May 29, 2012, which application is a continuation-in-part ...

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Номер записи: 82
13-02-2020 дата публикации

MICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS

Номер: US20200048552A1
Автор: Bywater-Ekegard Margaret, Fitzsimmons Ananda
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The present invention comprises compositions and methods for enhancing biological processes, such as plant growth or bioremediation. For example, the present invention comprises compositions and methods for effectively remediating chemical and organic wastes and reducing the environmental risk from manure, septic, sewage, oil pollution, and other contaminants. 1117.-. (canceled)118. A microbial culture , obtained by the method of(a) inoculating a culture medium comprising water, a molasses, a mineral powder, a sea salt, and a wheat bran with an isolated mixed microbial composition comprising isolated microorganisms of IN-M1, ATCC Patent Deposit Designation No. PTA-12383;(b) incubating the inoculated medium, thereby obtaining the microbial culture.119. The microbial culture of claim 118 , wherein the isolated mixed microbial composition further comprises at least one isolated mycorrhizal fungus.120. The microbial culture of claim 118 , wherein the molasses is a non-sulphur agricultural molasses (50-200/1000 L) claim 118 , the wheat bran is 0.02-0.05% by volume claim 118 , and the culture medium further comprising a kelp (0.02-0.05% by volume) claim 118 , a bentonite clay (0.02-0.05% by volume) claim 118 , a fish emulsion (1.25 L/10000 L) claim 118 , and a soy flour (0.005-0.03% by volume).121. The microbial culture of claim 118 , wherein the inoculated medium is incubated for 6 weeks at 37 degrees Celsius.122. The microbial culture of claim 120 , wherein the inoculated medium is incubated for 6 weeks at 37 degrees Celsius.123. The microbial culture of claim 118 , comprising 10{circumflex over ( )}6 cells per mL.124. The microbial culture of claim 120 , comprising 10{circumflex over ( )}6 cells per mL.125. The microbial culture of claim 121 , comprising 10{circumflex over ( )}6 cells per mL.126. The microbial culture of claim 122 , comprising 10{circumflex over ( )}6 cells per mL.127. A method to control and reduce pond sludge in a pond comprising applying the ...

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Номер записи: 83
23-02-2017 дата публикации

GELATIN SOLUTION

Номер: US20170051463A1
Автор: Ford Nicholas, Garland Gavin, Garland Randy, Kim Albert, Lindberg Ian, Lindberg John, Mirabito Michael, Nogaj Michael, Rafferty Thomas, Rangarajan Rahul, Shepherd Michael
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A method of preventing soil erosion in, among areas, seaside locations, includes drilling holes in the ground and filling the holes with a mixture of the soil and gelatin, and then curing the mixture in situ to form a barrier against soil erosion. 1. A method of controlling soil erosion comprising:creating a mixture of soil and liquid gelatin;forming a hole in the soil;injecting the mixture of soil and gelatin into the hole; and;allowing the mixture of soil and gelatin to cure, thereby forming a stabilization wall within the hole.2. The method of wherein the soil is sand.3. The method of wherein the mixture of soil and gelatin is made by mixing sand and gelatin to the extent that the porosity in the soil is substantially filled with gelatin.4. The method of wherein the hole is formed using slurry drilling techniques.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein a plurality of stabilization walls are formed and placed seaside to a structure to be protected from erosion.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the hole formed is in the shape of a circular cylinder.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the mixture of soil and gelatin is injected through a perforated pipe that is placed into the soil claim 1 , the mixture exiting the pipe through the perforations to form a structure within the soil.8. A substance to prevent soil erosion comprising a mixture of soil and gelatin claim 1 , wherein the gelatin claim 1 , when mixed with the soil claim 1 , occupies substantially all the porosity of the soil.9. The substance of wherein the soil is sand.10. A system to prevent soil erosion claim 8 , comprising:one or more holes formed in the soil, the one or more holes being substantially filled with a mixture of the soil and gelatin;the one or substantially filled holes situated on the seaside of a structure to be protected against erosion. This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/541,080, filed Nov. 13, 2014, which is related to and claims priority to ...

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Номер записи: 84
03-03-2016 дата публикации

CARBONIZED CARBON AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM

Номер: US20160060114A1
Автор: BEHRENS SCOTT, MILLER LANDON C.G., Rayles Brian
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A composition is provided that includes: a carbonized carbon having an iodine number of at least 60 mg/g and a domain size of between 1.0 and 2.3 nm. An article or fuel is provided that includes the composition in a polymer forming a matrix or water suspension, respectively. A composition of so provided and derived from wood has been assigned a new CAS number (CAS No. 1362167-53-0). 1. A composition comprising:an carbonized carbon having an iodine number of at least 60 mg/g or a positive or negative charge and a domain size of between 1.0 and 2.3 nm.2. The composition of wherein said carbonized carbon has a particle size of more than 90 weight percent being less than 100 mesh.3. The composition of wherein said carbonized carbon has a particle size of more than 90 weight percent being less than 200 mesh.4. The composition of wherein said carbonized carbon has a particle size of more than 90 weight percent being less than 325 mesh.5. The composition of wherein said carbonized carbon has the iodine number of at least 75 mg/g and the domain size of between 1.0 and 1.6 nm.6. The composition of wherein the composition has a neutral pH.7. The composition of wherein said carbonized carbon is formed from a variety of base materials comprising cellulosic sources.8. The composition of wherein said cellulosic sources comprise wood claim 7 , coconut shells claim 7 , wheat chaff claim 7 , corn stover claim 7 , nut shell and hulls claim 7 , and grasses.9. The composition of wherein said base materials further comprise bone meal claim 7 , carpet waste claim 7 , auto shredder waste claim 7 , coal claim 7 , bitumen claim 7 , petroleum claim 7 , sewage claim 7 , medical waste claim 7 , and fecal waste.10. An article comprising:a polymer forming a matrix; and{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'the composition of with the matrix.'}11. The article of wherein said polymer is one of a polyalkylenes claim 10 , polycarbonates claim 10 , polylactones claim 10 , polycarboxylic ...

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Номер записи: 85
21-02-2019 дата публикации

HYDROPHOBIC-HYDROPHILIC SWITCHABLE POLYMERS FOR USE IN AGRICULTURE

Номер: US20190055470A1
Автор: Adhikari Raju, BRISTOW Keith L., JOHNSTON Priscilla
Принадлежит: Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation

A process for regulating the water retention of soil materials used in agriculture involving providing a composition comprising a polymer selected from the group consisting of a urethane, a urethaneurea, a thiocarbamate and mixtures thereof, said polymer comprising hydrophobic and hydrophilic segments; and applying the composition onto soil materials used in agriculture to form a polymer film thereon, wherein the hydrophobic and hydrophilic segments together provide reversible hydrophobic-hydrophilic switching in response to water, such that the film surface switches from a relatively hydrophobic state in dry conditions to a relatively hydrophilic state in response to the presence of water in contact with the film surface. 1. A process for regulating the water retention of soil materials used in agriculture comprising(a) providing a composition comprising a polymer selected from the group consisting of a urethane, a urethaneurea, a thiocarbamate and mixtures thereof, said polymer comprising hydrophobic and hydrophilic segments; and(b) applying the composition onto soil materials used in agriculture to form a polymer film thereon, wherein the hydrophobic and hydrophilic segments together provide reversible hydrophobic-hydrophilic switching in response to water, such that the film surface switches from a relatively hydrophobic state in dry conditions to a relatively hydrophilic state in response to the presence of water in contact with the film surface.2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the film surface undergoes a reversible change in water contact angle of at least 10° claim 1 , when switching from a relatively hydrophobic state to a relatively hydrophilic state and has a water contact angle of >90° in the relatively hydrophobic state.3. (canceled)4. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the polymer is a polymer of a diisocyanate claim 1 , ester claim 1 , carbonate or amide linker; a hydrophobic macromonomer having at least two active hydrogen groups ...

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Номер записи: 86
02-03-2017 дата публикации

PERSISTENT, TARGETED, OPTIMIZED, SOIL AMENDMENT COMPOSITION AND METHOD

Номер: US20170057882A1
Автор: Hendrickson Calder, Naff Todd
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A material for optimizing and maintaining at least one of water, nutrients, biocides, and other protectant or growth supporting chemicals in natural soils by decreasing leaching, evaporation, and volatility through application of agglomerated granules (prills) formed of engineered hydrating particles, a binder, nutrients, and protectants to the soil. Typical application is by applying prills simultaneously with seeds when drilled, broadcast, or otherwise distributed. 1. A method for amending soils and promoting plant growth , the method comprising:assessing a portion of soil that is to be amended; a first nutrient selected based upon the assessment,', 'a first protectant selected based upon the assessment, and', 'a polymer selected to retain water;, 'providing a custom blended prill that comprises a first constituent containing at least one component selected from the group consisting ofselecting a first binder effective for coating the first constituent;agglomerating the first binder and the first constituent into prills; a second nutrient selected based upon the assessment,', 'a second protectant based upon the assessment, and', 'a polymer selected to retain water;, 'providing a second constituent containing at least one component selected from the group consisting ofselecting a second binder effective for coating the second constituent;agglomerating the second binder and the second constituent into a second layer on the prills;the first constituent and the second constituent include different components; andproviding the prills for application to the portion of soil.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:coating the prills with an excipient selected to urge the prills to feed properly through machinery designed to do at least one of spreading fertilizer, sowing fertilizer, spreading seed, and sowing seed.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:inserting at least a portion of the prills into the portion of soil to be amended.4. The method of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 87
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Methods for Application of Biochar

Номер: US20210061723A1
Автор: Dolinar Kevin Daniel, Jarand Mark L., KIM Han Suk, MALYALA RAJASHEKHARAM, Thompson Timothy Alan, Traxler Vern
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A method is provided for applying porous carbonaceous particles to soil for purpose of cultivating plants having roots, where at least 95% of the porous carbonaceous particles have a particle size less than or equal to 10 mm. The method incorporates the porous carbonaceous particles into the soil surrounding the plant roots at a depth of between 0-24 inches from the soil surface, where the porous carbonaceous particles are positioned in the area surrounding the roots of the plants at a ratio of between 1:999 to 1:1 porous carbonaceous particles to soil. 145-. (canceled)46. A method for applying porous carbonaceous particles to soil for purpose of cultivating plants having roots , the method comprising incorporating the porous carbonaceous particles into the soil surrounding the plant roots at a depth of between 0-24 inches from the soil surface , where the volumetric percentage of the porous carbonaceous particles in the soil surrounding the root zone is between 0.1% to 10%.47. The method of where the porous carbonaceous particles have one or more of the following properties: (i) an Anion Exchange Capacity (“AEC”) greater than 5 meq/l; (ii) a Cation Exchange Capacity (“CEC”) greater than 5 meq/l; (iii) an ash content less than 15% (mass basis); (iv) a hydrophobicity index of below 12; or (v) a pH between 4 and 9.48. The method of where the porous carbonaceous particles are applied by laying down multiple bands of porous carbonaceous material on the soil surface.49. The method of where the porous carbonaceous particles are incorporated into the soil surrounding an irrigation system within a 24″ radius of where the distribution of water is deposited.50. The method of where the porous carbonaceous particles have a dynamic repose of 45 degrees or less.51. The method of where the porous carbonaceous particles have a compressibility index of 25 or less.52. The method of where the porous carbonaceous particles have a moisture level on a weight basis of between 5 to 30 ...

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Номер записи: 88
04-03-2021 дата публикации

Paper sheet mulches and methods of making the same

Номер: US20210062090A1
Автор: Cary Q. PETERSON, Jeffrey J. FAUST, Paul J. Ruthven
Принадлежит: GPCP IP Holdings LLC

The present disclosure provides novel paper sheet mulch products having benefits over prior sheet mulches, which may include brown or recycled fibers, as well as additives, such as opacity, water-resistant, and strength additives, resulting in mulch products with an improved combination of basis weight, stretch, strength, opacity, and/or water-resistance characteristics.

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Номер записи: 89
22-05-2014 дата публикации

Chemical Method and Composition for Soil Improvement

Номер: US20140138573A1
Автор: Detloff Cheryl L., VITALE ROBERT W.
Принадлежит: MIDWEST INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY, INC.

A composition for chemical soil improvement includes a uniform molecular structure synthetic fluid with a substantially uniform molecular structure, a pour point depressant, polyisobutylene, and synthetic fibers, and various combinations thereof. 1. A composition for chemical soil improvement , the composition including a binder , and synthetic fibers , the composition comprising:a synthetic fluid combined with the binder and the synthetic fibers, wherein the synthetic fluid has a uniform molecular structure.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fluid is devoid of double bonds claim 1 , oxygen molecules claim 1 , and sulfur molecules.322. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fluid has an average carbon chain length of less than .4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fluid has substantially no carbon chains above C29.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fluid has 0.03% or less by weight of carbon chains above C29.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fluid has between about 0.03% by weight and about 2.11% by weight of carbon chains above C29.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fluid is synthetic isoalkane claim 1 , and the synthetic isoalkane is about 50% to about 95% by weight.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the binder is chosen from the group comprising a carboxylic acid claim 1 , an ester claim 1 , and a thermoplastic polyolefin.9. The composition of claim 8 , wherein the thermoplastic polyolefin is chosen from the group comprising: polyethylene claim 8 , polypropylene claim 8 , polybutene claim 8 , polyisobutylene claim 8 , polyisoprene claim 8 , and their copolymers.10. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the synthetic fibers are polypropylene claim 1 , are about one-quarter inch to about three inches in length claim 1 , and are chosen from the group comprising standard tape fibers claim 1 , fibrillated fibers claim 1 , and decomposing fibers.11. The ...

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Номер записи: 90
22-05-2014 дата публикации

Lighweight Concrete Composition for Soil Stabilization, Especially in Shoreline and Waterbottom Areas

Номер: US20140140769A1
Автор: Knezek Erick Benjamin, Marcy Matthew Allen
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A lightweight concrete composition is mixed from cement, sand, water, and organic material, and placed on an area of soil, proximal a body of water, to protect the soil from erosion and the like due to water action. Preferably, the organic material comes from the area in which the soil is being stabilized, and may include soil, leafy matter, and ground up wood, forming a particulate organic material. Preferably, the final density of the resulting lightweight concrete composition is greater than the density of the water in the body of water, and less than the density of the soil being stabilized. A representative density range is between 62.43 pounds per cubic foot and 100.00 pounds per cubic foot. 1. A lightweight concrete composition , for placement on the surface of an area of soil for stabilization of said soil , said soil proximal a body of water , comprising:cement;sand;water; andorganic material,said cement, sand, water and organic material blended to yield a lightweight concrete composition having a final density greater than the density of said water in said body of water, but less than the density of said soil.2. The concrete composition of claim 1 , wherein said organic material comprises bits of wood.3. The concrete composition of claim 1 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 pounds per cubic foot to 100.00 pounds per cubic foot.4. The concrete composition of claim 3 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 pounds per cubic foot to 80.00 pounds per cubic foot.5. The concrete composition of claim 1 , wherein said organic material is obtained from said soil.6. The concrete composition of claim 5 , wherein said organic material comprises bits of wood.7. The concrete composition of claim 6 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 pounds per cubic foot to 100.00 pounds per cubic foot.8. The concrete composition of claim 7 , wherein said final density is within the range of about 62.43 ...

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Номер записи: 91
22-05-2014 дата публикации

Chemical Method and Composition for Soil Improvement

Номер: US20140140775A1
Автор: Cheryl L. Detloff, Robert W. Vitale
Принадлежит: Midwest Industrial Supply Inc

A composition for chemical soil improvement includes a uniform molecular structure synthetic fluid with a substantially uniform molecular structure, a pour point depressant, polyisobutylene, and synthetic fibers, and various combinations thereof, wherein the compotion creates an impermeable layer.

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Номер записи: 92
08-03-2018 дата публикации

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING HYDRO-MULCH COMPOSITION FROM MUCK

Номер: US20180065897A1
Автор: Grider James A., Nichols James, Parker Robert, Riggle Kevin
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A combination of mulch and sterilized organic fertilizer is provided for hydro seeding and hydro-mulching for seed establishment and erosion control. The composition includes hammer milled straw, horse manure and urine, sterilized with heat and processed to provide an optimal particle size. The incorporation of horse manure utilizes a dispersible natural fertilizer collected and processed within a certain time frame which provides an efficient method of recycling “green” horse manure” and liquid waste having a higher acidity than decomposed animal waste. Tackifiers and flocculants such as ground paper aid pumpability and help tack the straw fibers to the ground. The equipment includes a gas heat source, a dryer vessel and a processing unit. The dryer vessel receives the bedding composed of straw and manure for contact with the heated gases to convert the same to a sterilized dry material. 1. A method of treating a hydro-mulch and fertilizer composition of claim 1 , comprising the steps of:sucking a muck comprising a selected amount of used horse bedding comprising a wheat straw, a damp green horse manure, and a horse urine into a pneumatic conveyor from a live floor feed including a break-up mechanism having a plurality of beaters into a pneumatic conveyor screening debris from the muck;blowing hot air from a hot box into an air stream from said pneumatic conveyor conveying said muck;conveying said muck with a conveyor belt to a hot box where said muck is mixed with hot air from a hot box;pneumatically blowing said muck and hot air through a rotary air lock to control the feed rate;pneumatically conveying said muck to a cyclone with a blower and conveying said green mulch composition in a cyclone at speeds between 3500-4500 feet per second at a temperature of from 250 to 450° F. drying said muck in a hot air stream breaking down lignins and decontaminating said muck;processing said muck in a hammer mill vertically fracturing and reducing the size of said muck to a ...

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Номер записи: 93
27-02-2020 дата публикации

BIOINSPIRED MINERALIZATION FOR GEOTECHNICAL SUBSTRUCTURES

Номер: US20200063392A1
Автор: Gower Laurie A., Rodriguez Douglas, Wasman Scott Joseph
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Various examples are provided for in situ growth of subsurface structures using bioinspired mineralization. In one example, among others, a method for growth of a subsurface structure includes introducing a first aqueous mineral salt reactant and a second aqueous mineral salt reactant comprising a polymeric additive into a soil substrate. The first and second aqueous mineral salt reactants can combine to form a polymer-induced liquid-precursor (PILP) phase that initiates in situ mineralization in the soil substrate. Solidifying the mineralization can form a subsurface structure in the soil substrate. Multiple applications of aqueous mineral salt reactants can be introduced to adjust the thickness of the mineralization or for layers of coatings. 1. A method for growth of a subsurface structure , comprising:introducing a first aqueous mineral salt reactant into a soil substrate;introducing a second aqueous mineral salt reactant comprising a polymeric additive into the soil substrate, where the first and second aqueous mineral salt reactants combine to form a polymer-induced liquid-precursor (PILP) phase that initiates in situ mineralization in the soil substrate; andsolidifying the mineralization to form the subsurface structure in the soil substrate.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the polymeric additive is acrylic acid.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first aqueous mineral salt reactant comprises sodium carbonate (NaCO) and the second aqueous mineral salt reactant comprises calcium chloride (CaCl).4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the mineralization comprises calcium carbonate (CaCO) coating particles of the soil substrate.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the soil substrate comprises sand claim 4 , silt claim 4 , day claim 4 , or a combination thereof.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein the mineralization infiltrates void spaces between the particles of the soil substrate during the PILP phase.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the mineralization ...

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Номер записи: 94
17-03-2016 дата публикации

Process for Producing High-Swellability Polymer Composites

Номер: US20160075612A1
Автор: Glaser Alban, Lopez Villanueva Francisco Javier, Mark Tina, SANZ-GOMEZ Jorge, SEUFERT Michael, WIEDEMANN Alexandra, Wissemeier Alexander
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The present invention relates to a process for producing polymer composites suitable for absorbing and storing aqueous liquids and to the polymer composites obtainable by this process. The invention further relates to the use of these polymer composites. The process comprises free-radical polymerization of a monomer composition M which a) 50 to 100% by weight, based on the total amount of monomers A and B, of at least one monomer A having one ethylenic double bond and at least one neutralizable acid group, b) 0 to 50% by weight of optionally one or more comonomers B which are different than the monomers A and have one ethylenic double bond, and c) 1 to 10% by weight, based on the total amount of monomers A and B, of at least one crosslinker C, wherein the polymerization of the monomer composition is performed in an aqueous suspension of a water-insoluble particulate substance S comprising cellulose or lignocellulose, the weight ratio of the monomer composition M to the substance S being in the range from 9:1 to 1:9; and wherein the monomers A used for polymerization are present in the aqueous suspension in neutralized, i.e. anionic, form to an extent of at least 10 mol %, frequently to an extent of at least 20 mol %, particularly to an extent of at least 30 mol % and especially to an extent of at least 35 mol %. 117-. (canceled)18. A process for producing polymer composites suitable for absorbing and storing aqueous liquids , comprising:a free-radical polymerization of a monomer composition M which comprisesa) 50 to 100% by weight, based on the total amount of monomers A and B, of at least one monomer A having one ethylenic double bond and at least one neutralizable acid group,b) 0 to 50% by weight of optionally one or more comonomers B which are different than the monomers A and have one ethylenic double bond, andc) 0 to 10% by weight, based on the total amount of monomers A and B, of at least one crosslinker C,in an aqueous suspension of a water-insoluble ...

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Номер записи: 95
17-03-2016 дата публикации

SOIL TREATMENT

Номер: US20160075944A1
Автор: Barnes Alun, Blease Trevor Graham
Принадлежит: Croda International PLC

A method for wetting and/or conditioning soil comprises applying a soil treatment composition containing hydrolyzed protein to the soil. The soil treatment composition preferably contains a surfactant selected from ethylene oxide-propylene oxide (EO/PO) block copolymer and/or an alkyl polyglycoside. The soil treatment composition may also contain an additional alkoxylate surfactant. 1. A method of wetting and/or conditioning soil comprising applying a soil treatment composition comprising a hydrolyzed protein to the soil.2. A soil treatment composition for wetting and/or conditioning soil comprising a hydrolyzed protein , at least one surfactant and water.3. The composition according to wherein the soil treatment composition comprises an ethylene oxide-propylene oxide (EO/PO) block copolymer and/or an alkyl polyglycoside.4. The composition according to wherein the soil treatment composition comprises at least one alkoxylate surfactant.5. The composition according to wherein said ethylene oxide-propylene oxide (EO/PO) block copolymer has the formula (EO)-(PO)-(EO)wherein x and z are each independently 1 to 10; and y is 10 to 50.6. The composition according to wherein x and z are 5.5 and y is 33.7. The composition according to wherein said at least one alkoxylate surfactant is a fatty acid alkoxylate and/or an alkoxylated glyceride.8. The composition according to wherein said alkoxylated glyceride is PEG-60 triglyceride and/or PEG-6 capric/caprylic glyceride.9. The composition according to wherein said fatty acid alkoxylate is PEG-9 laurate.10. The composition according to wherein said soil treatment composition comprises 1 claim 2 ,000 to 30 claim 2 ,000 ppm of hydrolyzed protein.11. The composition according to wherein said soil treatment composition comprises 3 claim 2 ,000 to 30 claim 2 ,000 ppm of polyalkylene oxide block copolymer or alkyl polyglycoside.12. The composition according to wherein said soil treatment composition comprises 3 claim 2 ,000 to 30 claim ...

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Номер записи: 96
07-03-2019 дата публикации

BIOCHAR SUSPENDED SOLUTION

Номер: US20190071371A1
Автор: Daugaard Daren Einar, Jarand Mark Lahman, KIM Han Suk, Metier Michael William, Thompson Timothy Alan
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A method is provided for producing a biochar solution. The method comprises the steps of collecting biochar particles, dispersing the biochar particles in a liquid solution and adding a stabilizing agent to keep the biochar in flowable suspension. The stabilizing agent may be added to the liquid solution or to the biochar prior to placing the biochar in solution. 1. A method for producing a biochar solution the method comprises the steps of (i) collecting biochar particles; (ii) dispersing the biochar particles in a liquid solution; and (iii) adding a stabilizing agent to keep the biochar in flowable suspension.2. The method of where the step of collecting the biochar micro particles includes collecting biochar from a centrifuge effluent and passing the biochar to equipment for de-sizing.3. The method of where the step of collecting the biochar particles includes collecting biochar from biochar granular product and passing the biochar to equipment for de-sizing.4. The method of where the step of collecting the biochar particles includes collecting biochar from both centrifuge effluent and granulated product and passing the biochar to equipment for de-sizing.5. The method of where the de-sizing equipment is a media mill.6. The method of where the de-sizing equipment is a media mill.7. The method of where the step of collecting the biochar particles includes adding a flocculant to the biochar.8. The method of where the liquid solution includes water.9. The method of where the liquid solution includes both water and an additive.10. The method of where the additive is a fertilizer.11. The method of further including the step of removing larger biochar particles from the liquid solution by filtering the solution.12. The method of where the liquid solution is filtered using a mesh screen ranging from 0.2 mm-7.0 mm in size.13. The method of where the stabilizing agent is xanthan gum.14. The method of where step of adding a stabilizing agent further includes adding a ...

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Номер записи: 97
16-03-2017 дата публикации

FACILITY SECONDARY NO3- SALINIZED SOIL MODIFIER, PREPARATION METHOD AND MODIFICATION METHOD

Номер: US20170073279A1
Автор: Chang Tingting, Chen Lihua, Mao Xinyu, Shao Xiaohou, Wang Chunfang, Wang Weina, Xu Huilian
Принадлежит: HOHAI UNIVERSITY

A facility secondary NOsalinized soil modifier and a modification method are disclosed. The present invention involves the preparation processes of two biological soil modifiers A and B and application methods thereof, which are specifically described as follows: (1) soil modifier A.: solid, obtained by microbial fermentation with straw powder and rice bran and the like as raw materials. C/N between 30-50, applied by uniformly mixing at 1-1.4% by mass with facility ploughing soil, co-culturing at 35-50° C. for 5-7 days, and then returning to fields; and (2) soil modifier B: liquid, subjected to salt tolerance acclimation to have effective microbial populations, and used in the crop growth period. Based on the microbial techniques, the present invention can improve soil structureness, enhance microbial activity and promote biological immobilization on inorganic nitrogen in soils, significantly increasing the facility cultivation crop yield, and improving the product quality. 1. A facility secondary NOsalinized soil modifier , comprising a soil modifier A and a soil modifier B , wherein the soil modifier A comprises the following components by weight: 30-50 parts of straw powder , 10-40 parts of rice bran , 5-20 parts of rapeseed cake , and also an EM stock solution and red sugar , and the weights of the EM stock solution and the red sugar both are 1.2-4.5% of the total weight of the straw powder , the rice bran and the rapeseed cake; and the biological soil modifier B is obtained by acclimation of the EM stock solution by gradually increasing the salt solution concentration , with more than 10cfu/ml of seeds being obtained.2. The facility secondary NOsanitized soil modifier according to claim 1 , wherein the C/N ratio of the straw powder is 65-85:1 claim 1 , the C/N ratio of the rice bran is 18-22:1 claim 1 , and the C/N ratio of the rapeseed cake is 9-13:1.3. A method of preparing the soil modifier A and the soil modifier B of the facility secondary NOsanitized soil ...

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Номер записи: 98
16-03-2017 дата публикации

PROCESS AND PRODUCTS USING A ROTARY COMPRESSION UNIT

Номер: US20170073598A1
Автор: Heimann Robert, Talley Allison
Принадлежит: Enginuity Worldwide, LLC

A fertilizer/soil conditioner or a fuel source material is formed by processing animal waste by-products through the use of a rotary biomass dryer system. The animal waste by-product includes without limitation manure obtained from cattle or swine; feed lot bedding, poultry litter, a digestate of animal waste by-products obtained from an anaerobic digester, municipal waste, waste meat renderings, waste meat, or a mixture thereof. The processed material may comprise a higher amount of ash and a lower amount of volatile material than the animal waste by-product. The processed material may be stored as a powder or processed into pellets, logs, pucks, briquettes or another convenient shape form. 1. A method of converting an animal waste by-product into a fertilizer/soil conditioner or a fuel source material , the method comprising:providing an animal waste by-product having a moisture content between about 2 wt. % and about 90 wt. %; a feeding mechanism;', 'a rapid compression unit (RCU) having a screw and a barrel, and optionally, one or more flow disruptors;', 'at least one of a reflux condenser and a gas management manifold;', 'an aftercooler stage; and', 'an exit mechanism;, 'providing a rotary biomass dryer system comprisingfeeding the animal waste by-product through the feeding mechanism;mixing and heating the animal waste by-product in the RCU;separating the animal waste by-product into steam and a fertilizer/soil conditioner or fuel source material;removing the steam from the rotary biomass dryer system;cooling the fertilizer/soil conditioner or fuel source material in the aftercooler stage; andcollecting the fertilizer/soil conditioner or fuel source material after the fertilizer/soil conditioner or fuel source exits through the exit mechanism.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the animal waste by-product is manure obtained from a member of the group consisting of cattle claim 1 , swine claim 1 , feed lot bedding claim 1 , poultry litter claim 1 , a ...

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Номер записи: 99
18-03-2021 дата публикации

Method for producing a component free of toe pressure

Номер: US20210079618A1
Автор: Michal Bubenicek
Принадлежит: Keller Holding GmbH

The invention relates to a method for producing a component, such as a structural member, free of toe pressure, including the steps of: introducing a soluble material into soil and introducing a component into the soil on the soluble material.

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Номер записи: 100