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System, method and apparatus for controlling the flow distribution of solid particles

US10363564B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 29, 2016
Grant dateJul 30, 2019
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Expiry dateMar 6, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB02C2015/002
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A turret includes a generally frusto-conical shaped body and a plurality of static vanes arranged interior to the body and extending inwardly from an interior sidewall of the body. The vanes are configured to guide a swirling flow of solid particles as they enter the body, and to divide the swirling flow into a plurality of controlled flows that are communicated to a plurality of coal outlet pipes.

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