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System for alleviating DNAPL contamination in groundwater

US6274048A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 22, 2000
Grant dateAug 14, 2001
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Expiry dateMar 22, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB09C1/002
  • WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Lenses of DNAPL suspended on clay strata in a sandy aquifer are treated with potassium permanganate. The solution is injected out into the aquifer from a port, and forms a horizontal disc of treatment liquid. The (heavy) liquid then gradually percolates down onto the DNAPL lens.

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