Multi-stage trim
US8863776B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 21, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 18, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87917
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems, methods, and devices are disclosed, including a system that has a trim with a plurality of flow paths. In certain embodiments, each flow path includes a series of stages and an expansion zone disposed in series between each of the stages. The expansion zones are configured to flow a fluid in a direction that is generally perpendicular to directions of flow in both an adjacent-upstream stage and an adjacent-downstream stage.
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