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Aeration apparatus and method

US6896246B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 12, 2002
Grant dateMay 24, 2005
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Expiry dateDec 12, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01F2101/305
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides an improved surface aeration impeller for use in a mixing assembly. The improved surface aeration impeller includes a hub and a first blade that is connected to the hub. The blade has a substantially straight first portion and a substantially curved second portion. The impeller also has a second blade connected to the hub that has a substantially straight first portion and a substantially curved second portion.

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