Entry mixing elements and related static mixers and methods of mixing
US10363526B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 10, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 26, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F2101/2305
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An entry mixing element is provided for mixing an incoming fluid flow having first and second unmixed components arranged so as to define a transverse flow cross-section perpendicular to a flow direction. The entry mixing element includes a central axis configured to be aligned with the flow direction of the incoming fluid flow, and an entry dividing wall extending parallel to the central axis and positioned to divide the incoming fluid flow into first and second fluid flow portions, each portion containing an amount of the first component and an amount of the second component. The entry dividing wall is configured to divide the incoming fluid flow into the first and second fluid flow portions in any rotational orientation of the entry mixing element about its central axis relative to the transverse flow cross-section of the incoming fluid flow. Related static mixers and methods of mixing are also provided.
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