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Method and manifold for carrying reduced moment due to dimensional change in pressure vessel; removable insert with valve seat; pressure assisted valve arrangement and method

US8753428B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 25, 2010
Grant dateJun 17, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 27, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/0491
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A pressure swing adsorption system includes a pressure vessel, a nozzle plate coupled to the vessel and sealed with respect to the pressure vessel, a backing plate that supports the nozzle plate, and a manifold including a plenum cavity and coupled to the nozzle plate via a neck such that the plenum cavity is in fluid communication with an interior of the pressure vessel. The neck is sealed with respect to the nozzle plate via a movable sealing surface. A method is provided in which pressure from the plenum cavity assists in closing valve coupled to the manifold. A removable insert is provided to the manifold to provide a removable sealing surface against which the valve closes.

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