System and method for cryogenic vaporization with parallel vaporizer arrangements
US11953159B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF17C2270/0136
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A cryogenic vaporization system and a method for controlling the system are provided. The system includes a first vaporizer arrangement and a second vaporizer arrangement configured for receiving a liquid cryogen and outputting a superheated vapor. The second vaporizer arrangement is connected in parallel with the first vaporizer arrangement, and includes one or more banks of ambient air vaporizer (AAV) units or loose fill media with a high heat capacity. The second vaporizer arrangement has a different configuration than that of the first vaporizer arrangement. The system further includes at least one control valve controlling provision of the liquid cryogen to at least one of the first vaporizer arrangement and the second vaporizer arrangement.
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