Membrane contactor for dehumidification systems
US9273876B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 1, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2319/06
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A contactor configured for use in a dehumidification system is provided including a plurality of contact modules. Each contact module has a porous membrane that defines an internal space through which a hygroscopic material flows. A membrane property of the porous membrane of at least one contact module is substantially different than the other membranes of the plurality of contact modules.
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