Vibratory separation systems and membrane separation units
US6322698A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 4, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D63/16
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A vibratory separation system having a drive mechanism for imparting a vibratory motion to a membrane module to enhance filtration. The membrane module comprises one or more filter elements secured to one another, each having a permeable membrane. The vibratory motion imparted to the membrane module generates a dynamic flow boundary layer at the permeable membranes. This fluid shear boundary layer, in turn, generates lift, thereby inhibiting fouling of the membranes.
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