Systems, methods, and media for circulating fluid in an algae cultivation pond
US8769867B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 16, 2009 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 16, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF04F5/54
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems, methods and media for generating fluid flow in an algae cultivation pond are disclosed. Circulation of fluid in the algae cultivation pond is initiated via at least one jet. The circulation of fluid generates a velocity of fluid flow of at least ten centimeters per second in the algae cultivation pond. A head is provided to the at least one jet that overcomes a head loss associated with the velocity of fluid flow of at least ten centimeters per second in the algae cultivation pond.
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