Apparatus for distributing flow
US9034084B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 27, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D53/047
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Embodiments herein relate generally to distribution of flow into vessels containing packed beds of media. An example application of such beds is to pressure swing or temperature swing adsorption systems. Systems herein may include a vessel and a distributor for distributing flow into a lower portion of the vessel. The system may include: a vessel comprising a top head and a bottom head; and a bottom head feed/effluent nozzle. A lower distributor having at least one flow permitting surface is disposed within the vessel and encompasses an inlet of the bottom head feed/effluent nozzle. A flow gap is formed between a bottom portion of the lower distributor and the bottom head feed/effluent nozzle.
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