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Reverse osmosis system

US7947181B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 7, 2008
Grant dateMay 24, 2011
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Expiry dateNov 7, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC02F2209/03
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An apparatus for purifying water according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a feed line fluidically connected to a reverse osmosis module containing a semipermeable membrane. The semipermeable membrane produces purified water and a concentrate. A drain line is also connected to the reverse osmosis module configured to transport concentrate. A product line is connected to the reverse osmosis module for transporting purified water. Operatively associated with the product line and drain line is a shut-off mechanism containing a pressure sensor operatively associated with an appliance configured to activate the shut-off mechanism.

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