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Method and apparatus for processing of fecal waste

US10653280B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 16, 2018
Grant dateMay 19, 2020
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Expiry dateMar 4, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02A50/30
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of treating fecal waste according to an example of the present disclosure includes bringing a reactor containing fecal matter to a first temperature and a first pressure, exposing the reactor to an environment with a second temperature and a second pressure such that the water in the fecal waste undergoes flash evaporation, and pyrolizing the fecal waste. A fecal waste processing unit is also disclosed.

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