Fluid expansion device and method with noise attenuation
US8061961B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF05D2260/96
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A device or system through which fluid is adapted to flow, such as, for example, a fluid-carrying conduit, flow control valve, or fluid expansion device including, for example, a steam turbine or fluid expander, according to which acoustic energy is generated by, or present within, the device or system and the acoustic energy is attenuated.
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