Method and apparatus for rapid mixing of highly viscous fluids
US10843147B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 29, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F2215/0495
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and apparatus are provided for mixing highly viscous fluids to form a mixture. The mixture is created rapidly and has a high level of uniformity. The mixture is created by utilizing induced viscous fluid folding under the influence of an electric field. The electric field is introduced by connecting a nozzle dispensing the fluids in parallel to a voltage supply and grounding a collection plate located below the nozzle. When a certain voltage is applied the co-flow viscous fluids start to fold because the electric field exerts stress on the surface of the fluids, which results in changes of the geometry and dynamics of the viscous fluids. Control of the electric field provides great control over the mixture.
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