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Method for mixing fluid streams

US7448794B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 2005
Grant dateNov 11, 2008
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/87652
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for the mixing of fluid streams in a duct comprising positioning at least one mixing device having a front side and a back side within said duct through which a first major stream travels, the at least one mixing device determining a total cross-sectional area which is significantly lower than that of the duct so as to allow for the passage of said first major stream, whereby the at least one mixing device is a solid plate provided with one or more protrusions extending outward from the main solid plate body.

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