Methods and apparatus for sensing characteristics of the contents of a process abatement reactor
US7700049B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 31, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 20, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF23D2900/00016
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
In certain embodiments, an apparatus is provided for use in removing pollutants from a gas stream. The apparatus includes a thermal reaction unit formed from a plurality of stacked porous ceramic rings. At least one of the stacked ceramic sections may be adapted to allow sensing of a characteristic of contents of the central chamber. In some embodiments, waste gas inlets to the thermal reaction unit may be angled to create a helical vortex within the thermal reaction unit. Other aspects are provided.
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