Fluid distribution device and method for multibed reactors
US9295959B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/0318
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A fluid distribution device and method is presented for the collection and distribution of fluid between reactor beds. According to various aspects, the method includes a collection tray, a mixing chamber in fluid communication with the collection tray, a rough distribution tray in fluid communication with the mixing chamber, and a fine distribution tray in fluid communication with the rough distribution tray. The rough distribution tray includes a vapor chimney.
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