Fluid flow stabilizer and phase separator
US4190403A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 6, 1978 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/3118
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A stabilizer is disclosed, as for use at the intake to a fluid pump, comprising a tank for containing a reservoir of liquid for supplying the pump. Extending from and above the tank, a tube provides a dome to confine a volume of gas to dampen pulsations created by the pump. The gaseous phase (vapor) in the dome is maintained in the tank by a heater mounted on the dome in such a manner as to provide heat somewhat related to the need for increasing the volume of the gaseous phase. Increased heat transfer within the tank vaporizes liquid to increase the pressure of the gaseous phase resulting in an increase in volume.
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