Algae production
US7905049B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 1, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 10, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A40/80
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems for algae production are provided, the methods and systems generally comprising providing at least one body of water having an algae population in suspension, growing algae, heating the body of water with a heat source, heating the algae process with a heat source, drying the algae with a heat source, and covering the body of water with a cover. Heat recovery systems, algae processing, and covers are also provided.
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