Laminated, leak-resistant chemical processors; methods of making, and methods of operating
US9527057B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 18, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 16, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24802
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention provides methods of making laminated devices (especially microchannel devices) in which plates are assembled and welded together. Unlike conventional microchannel devices, the inventive laminated devices can be made without brazing or diffusion bonding; thus providing significant advantages for manufacturing. Features such as expansion joints and external welded supports are also described. Laminated devices and methods of conducting unit operations in laminated devices are also described.
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