Steam generator
US8881690B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E30/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A steam generator having a heat transfer tube group formed of a plurality of U-shaped heat transfer tubes; an annular channel formed to cover the circumference of the heat transfer tube group; the annular channel having an opening that communicates with the heat transfer tube group; a water supply unit disposed at an upper portion of the annular channel and supplies water to a descending-side portion; a steam/water separator disposed above the heat transfer tube group; and an air bubble removing member for removing air bubbles provided in the annular channel.
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