Separator for separating a multiphase mixture
US9126207B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 25, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 8, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 26, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB04B2013/006
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A separator for separating a multiphase mixture comprising a pressure vessel supported for rotation within a casing containing a gas which may be held at an elevated temperature or pressure. A plurality of vanes is disposed within the pressure vessel. The pressure vessel has an inlet, a first phase outlet and a plurality of second phase outlets disposed radially outwardly of the first phase outlet with respect to a separator axis. A regulator is provided in the form of pressure-activated nozzles to regulate flow through the second phase outlets. In use, a mixture of solids and liquid is fed into the pressure vessel and the pressure vessel is spun within the gas causing solids to accumulate in the vicinity of the second phase outlets. The pressure-activated nozzles are repeatedly opened and closed to expel the accumulated solids.
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