Steam generator dual system sludge and loose parts collector
US8953735B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 22, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E30/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A U-tube steam generator having a dual system for collecting loose parts and sludge. A loose parts collector having a water overflow edge is disposed between a feedwater inlet and a tube bundle of the steam generator. A sludge collector having a water outlet that is disposed downstream of the overflow edge of the loose parts collector and maintains a pressure differential between a water inlet of the sludge collector and the water outlet.
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