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Gas prepurification process

US9221008B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 2, 2010
Grant dateDec 29, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 8, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D2257/7022
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for removing impurities from a feed air gas stream prior to the stream being fed to a cryogenic distillation unit. The feed air gas stream contacts an ionic liquid which adsorbs the impurities from the air. The method can use one or more beds such as in pressure swing adsorption processes.

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