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High performance filters based on inorganic fibers and inorganic fiber whiskers

US6321915A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 4, 2000
Grant dateNov 27, 2001
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Expiry dateFeb 4, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/60
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A filter media structure, which is capable of operating in the micro- and nanofiltration regime, offers: low cost, durability, high temperature and chemical resistance, high permeability, high flow rate, low pressure drop across the filter media, high mechanical strength, separation efficiency, and biocompatibility. The filter media structure is comprised of blend of carbon or ceramic fibers and inorganic fiber whiskers generally having a diameter of from about 0.03 to about 5 microns. In one embodiment, filter media structure is comprised of blend of activated carbon-containing inorganic fibers and inorganic fiber whiskers generally having a diameter of from about 0.03 to about 5 microns.

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