Controlled release of additives in fluid systems
US7591279B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 16, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 22, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/4891
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A container (1) for releasing a chemical additive (7) in a fluid material selected from a lubricant or hydraulic fluid composition comprises a fluid material-impermeable casing (3) having a hollow interior and an additive composition (7) comprising at least one fluid material-soluble additive. The additive (7) is held within the container (1) by a least one fluid material-permeable element (11) provided at or near an opening (13) in the casing (1) and is effective to provide for release of additive(s) (7) into the fluid material. Methods of releasing additives (7) into fluid material are also provided.
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