Vortex reactor and method of using it
US8361401B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 8, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22F2998/00
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A vortex reactor is provided. The vortex reactor includes a substantially cylindrical shaped portion forming a reaction chamber therein, wherein said substantially cylindrical shaped portion forms a first charged electrode; a circumferential flow apparatus fluidly connected to the reaction chamber for creating a circumferential fluid flow; a second charged electrode; and an outlet for releasing said circumferential fluid flow. Also provided are methods of processing particulate solids using the vortex reactor of the invention.
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