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Systems and methods for heat recovery

US8728189B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 10, 2010
Grant dateMay 20, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 11, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D45/16
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An embodiment of filter unit heat exchanger according to the present invention provides improved operability and manufacturability. Such device may include a housing substantially surrounding a heat exchange assembly. Provided through the housing are one or more tortuous fluid flow paths used to direct airflow therethrough around portions of the heat exchange assembly for efficient operation. The tortuous path(s) may be provided by one or more nozzle apertures on an input side of the housing and one or more diffuser apertures on an output side of the housing, where the nozzle apertures and diffuser apertures are offset to cause desired airflow deflection. The filter unit may include desired symmetries so as to improve manufacturability and/or installation.

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