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Waterless degumming system

US9011639B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 21, 2011
Grant dateApr 21, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 18, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD01C1/02
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and system for cleaning lignin and other gums from lignocellulosic fiber is disclosed. Lignocellulosic fiber is rapidly depressurized to a pressure lower than atmospheric pressure. The fiber is exposed to ionized air during the rapid depressurization. The fiber is then repressurized to a pressure equal to or greater than atmospheric pressure.

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