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US11971216B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 2021
Grant dateApr 30, 2024
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF27D5/0006
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In some examples, a multilevel retort assembly. The assembly includes a base defining a base perimeter; and a plurality of shells. Each shell has a diffuser plate support and a perimeter with a substantially similar shape as the base perimeter. The plurality of shells are stacked on each other, mechanically supported by the base, and surround an inner retort volume. The at least one shell of the plurality of shells defines a removable window. The assembly also includes a plurality of diffuser plates, each diffuser plate supported by a corresponding diffuser plate support of the plurality of diffuser plate supports.

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