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Fluid exchanger devices, pressure exchangers, and related methods

US9435354B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 16, 2012
Grant dateSep 6, 2016
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Expiry dateNov 11, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/86638
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Exchanger devices include a plurality of fixed exchange ducts and a rotating valve assembly for directing flow to and from the plurality of exchange ducts. Methods of exchanging pressure between fluid streams may include directing fluids through an exchange device and pressurizing a fluid in the plurality of exchange ducts of the exchanger device.

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