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Vortex premixer for combustion apparatus

US8689561B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 30, 2009
Grant dateApr 8, 2014
Priority date
Expiry dateDec 17, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E20/18
  • WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

In one embodiment, a premixer is provided for use, e.g., with trapped vortex (TVC) combustors, that injects premixed fuel and air directly into the recirculating vortex, in a manner compatible with natural vortex flow in the cavity.

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