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Method of treating sludge using solar energy

US8920608B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 23, 2013
Grant dateDec 30, 2014
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 5, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S203/01
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of treating sludge using solar energy is provided. The present invention utilizes a Fresnel panel frame that includes at least one Fresnel panel. The Fresnel panel may cover at least a portion of a bed cavity. An amount of waste may be placed within the bed cavity. When placed in sunlight, the heat enhanced by the Fresnel panels may heat the waste sufficiently for safe easy disposal, recycling, or for the creation of fertilizer.

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