Multiphase process mixing and measuring system
US5135684A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 19, 1991 |
| Grant date | Aug 4, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S261/75
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A liquid is supplied to a vessel (10) to form a pool (21) from which it discharges through a venturi. A supply pipe or pipes (12, 30) convey other liquids and/or gases from separate sources or from above the liquid pool into the venturi for mixing with the liquid. The supply pipes can extend through the pool and be perforated (22) to tend to maintain the level of the pool. Associated with the venturi are pressure sensors (40, 41) for measuring flow and a densiometer (52) permitting mass flow rate measurement of gas and liquid phases. The apparatus can be incorporated in a cartridge (60) for reception in a receptacle (61) at a subsea installation.
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