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Membrane contactor for dehumidification systems

US9273876B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 17, 2014
Grant dateMar 1, 2016
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Expiry dateJan 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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