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Adsorbent bed pressure balancing for a gas concentrator

US7857894B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 9, 2007
Grant dateDec 28, 2010
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Expiry dateMay 21, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2259/4541
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A system and a method are described for monitoring pressure imbalances in the adsorbent beds of a portable gas concentrator. Using the programmability features found in modern portable concentrators, various mitigative procedures to adjust for pressure imbalances and to predict the need for service are disclosed.

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