Charles M. Hix Jr.
Engineering at Carter Crk Pkwy, Bryan, TX
License number
Louisiana PLS.0001908
Issued Date
Feb 16, 1965
Expiration Date
Mar 31, 2015
Category
Civil Engineer
Address
Address
3903 Carter Creek Pkwy, Bryan, TX 77802
Professional information
System For Recovering Petroleum Fluids From Underwater Fissures
US Patent:
3981154, Sep 21, 1976
Filed:
Mar 27, 1970
Appl. No.:
5/023343
Inventors:
Charles M. Hix - Bryan TX
Assignee:
Arcadia Refining Company - Tyler TX
International Classification:
E02B 1504
US Classification:
61101
Abstract:
A system for recovering petroleum fluids from underwater fissures, wherein a tank formed of a cylindrical wall having a top closure and an open bottom is adapted to be positioned over the fissure on or near the bed of water without any rigid restraints. The spilled fluids from the fissure will enter the open bottom and pass upwardly toward the top closure where they are stored for later withdrawal. A method for recovering petroleum fluids from underwater fissures.