Fluid trap and method of separating fluids
US8632624B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 13, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 24, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2206/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fluid trap apparatus includes an inlet configured to receive a flow of composite fluid into the apparatus. The composite fluid contains at least a first fluid and a second fluid. An outer wall defines an interior chamber. A flow diffuser is interposed within the interior chamber. The flow diffuser directs the flow of the composite fluid to circulate through the interior chamber. The first fluid and the second fluid separate as the composite fluid circulates through the interior chamber. A method of separating a first fluid from a second fluid includes introducing a flow of composite fluid into a separate chamber. A pressure gradient is created within the separation chamber. A flow diffuser is interposed in a flow path between an inlet and an outlet. The flow diffuser directs the flow of the composite fluid within the separation chamber. The first fluid and the second fluid are separated.
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