Cyclonic reactor vessel having a low residence time plenum
US10016736B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 22, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01J2208/00557
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A cyclonic reactor vessel comprising: a primary cyclonic separation device disposed within the shell and having an outlet; a plurality of secondary cyclones, said secondary cyclones being disposed within the shell, and each of said secondary cyclones having a body, an inlet and an outlet; wherein the outlet of the primary cyclonic separation device is connected to the inlet of at least one secondary cyclone; a first plenum having a skirt and a floor forming a sealed annular chamber within the shell; a second plenum having a smaller volume than a volume of the first plenum; and a secondary cyclone support system minimizing or eliminating mechanical thermal stresses; and wherein the outlets of the plurality of secondary cyclones are fluidly connected to the second plenum is provided.
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