Use of microwave radiation in separating emulsions and dispersions of hydrocarbons and water
US4582629A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 1983 |
| Grant date | Apr 15, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2003 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D17/04
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Oil and water emulsions can be more rapidly separated when exposed to electromagnetic radiation in the range of from 1 to 300 millimeters, commonly called microwaves. The microwave treatment can be in conjunction with other separating and heating devices such as skimmers, gun barrel treaters, heater treaters, and the like.
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