Clarifier bubble generation and distribution nozzle
US4338192A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 1980 |
| Grant date | Jul 6, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02W10/10
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The nozzle is used with a system for removing contaminants from a liquid including a source of dissolved air in water under pressure and includes a first member with a hole through which the dissolved air and water flows. A floating member is also provided. The shapes of the first member and the floating member are such that the hydraulic forces resulting from the flow of water outwardly between the two members causes the floating member to float a predetermined distance from the first member. The shortest distance separating the first member and the floating member is such that most bubbles exiting from between the two members have a diameter less than 100 microns.
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