Apparatus and method for rapid separation and detection of hydrocarbon fractions in a fluid stream
US8357234B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 21, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 11, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC10G25/00
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus and method for rapid fractionation of hydrocarbon phases in a sample fluid stream are disclosed. Examples of the disclosed apparatus and method include an assembly of elements in fluid communication with one another including one or more valves and at least one sorbent chamber for removing certain classifications of hydrocarbons and detecting the remaining fractions using a detector. The respective ratios of hydrocarbons are determined by comparison with a non separated fluid stream.
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