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Method and apparatus for photothermal destruction of toxic organic compounds contained in a gas stream

US5650549A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 5, 1995
Grant dateJul 22, 1997
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2259/808
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and apparatus for photothermal detoxification of toxic organic compounds are provided. The apparatus comprises a means for maintaining the gas stream from the targeted source at a temperature of greater than 200.degree. C., an optional air pollution control device, a radiation source which emits radiation at a wavelength of less than 320 nm and an outlet for releasing the nontoxic reaction products to the atmosphere.

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