Deaerator outlet diffuser
US8529668B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/8593
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A deaerator includes a case defining a vortex chamber and a fluid inlet for allowing a mixture of lubricating liquid and air to pass through the case into the vortex chamber. An air outlet allows air flow out of the deaerator, and a liquid outlet allows lubricating liquid flow out of the deaerator. A porous diffuser is positioned proximate the liquid outlet for slowing the flow of lubricating liquid.
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