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Freeze point suppression cycle control systems, devices, and methods

US11460226B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 23, 2020
Grant dateOct 4, 2022
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Expiry dateAug 23, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01F21/30
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods, systems, and devices for freeze point suppression cycle control are provided in accordance with various embodiments. For example, some embodiments include a method of freeze point suppression cycle control. The method may include flowing a liquid to a first sensor; the liquid may include a mixture of a melted solid and a freeze point suppressant. The method may include determining an indicator value of a freeze point suppressant property of the liquid utilizing the first sensor. The method may include controlling a flow of the liquid to a separator utilizing a flow controller based on at least the determined indicator value of the freeze point suppressant property of the liquid; the separator may form a concentrated freeze point suppressant from the liquid. Freeze point suppression cycle control systems are also provided.

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