Optimization of circulation of fluid in an algae cultivation pond
US8752329B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A40/80
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Provided herein are exemplary algae cultivation ponds having the circulation of fluid optimized for such factors as decreased energy consumption, decreased predators/competitors, decreased or eliminated flow dead zones (i.e., stagnant regions), and increased algae biomass production, such as for the production of biofuels and other algae-based products.
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